I really much enjoyed staying at Natasha's place. Talking through the organizational details was very easy since Natasha and her family (her sister and brother live next door and look after Natasha's place) are very laid back and easygoing. I only met Shaimaa, Natasha's sister, who is very friendly and helpul. Shame, that I had only little time and was all and about...I would have loved to have a coffee and more time for talks.
The room itself is nice and the flat (kitchen, bathroom) is definitely sufficient for a tourist stay in the city. The neighborhood is safe and the subway station Sterling is in close walking distance. From there there is easy access into the city. Brooklyn itself is an interesting area and it is definitely worth staying there instead of the typical tourist areas.