Cool & Cozy Apt in Great Neighborhd

Joshua is a great host and the apartment is comfortable and near the subway. It was clean as Joshua was cleaning when we arrived. The area has cool restaurants. The only bad thing would be that it is loud at night but nothing too bad.

This a stylish and artsy apartment right in the center of a local shopping and dining paradise. Very clean, great atmosphere. Only three blocks from the Q subway train to Manhattan. The owner, Josh, is a very friendly guy who'll do everything he can to make you feel welcome and comfortable. If you have some free time - do make use of the fun and eclectic book collection in the apartment. Things not to miss: The weekend brunch a the Farm on Adderley (two houses down) is awesome. And so is the pizza at Di Fara (Ave J station on the Q train). In Josh's building is a bar with a cute little beer garden in the back yard. Great for balmy summer evenings. The beer garden closes at 11 pm on weekdays, Friday and Saturday nights might be a bit noisy until 1 am or so, if the weather is nice. Just close the windows or join the fun.

We stay two weeks in this apt as a family with three people and had a great time there. The area is quite nice with some nice restaurants, cafe bars and supermarkets. The subway to Manhatten is three minutes away from the apt and in a 25 minutes ride you are in downtown or at the beach. Thx for the great time at NYC

We stayed for 5 days in this apartment ans we were delighted. It is very spacious, clean, well decorated and well lit. Like another comment says, you quickly feel at home. The only drawback was the "ocsillating" temperature of the shower mentioned below, but it's not a big deal when the weather is warm as it was. The neighbourhood is really cool (and safe), and the Q line station, only a few minutes away, is practical (frequent trains to Manhattan, good connections). We especially loved Prospect Park, it's large, beautiful and pretty close to the apartment. Josh and Drew are very nice, ready to answer any question about the apartment, the neighbourhood or more generally about things to see and do in NYC. We definitely will try to return to their place next time we plan a trip to New York.

I stayed at Joshua's apartment with my family - 3 adults and 2 kids - and we really enjoyed our stay. The apartment is really cool and cozy just like it looks on the pictures. If you like good brunches, there are plenty of opportunities on the street and we had an amazing diner at The Farm located right next door. There is also a good grocery store if you feel like cooking at home. Joshua was really helpful and brought everything we needed when we found that it was missing like extra forks, knives, sauce pan, etc. The apartment is located 2-3 blocks away from the Q station. It takes you to Manhattan in 30 mn. It runs quite often, less on week-ends and late at night though and we sometimes had to wait 10-15 mn for the next train but it was never a real problem. Also you have to be aware that there is a bar right under the apartment and it can be loud on Fridays and Saturdays nights. Personally I slept like a baby. In general, I will definitely recommend this place.

The bar behind the flower shop downstairs was not mentioned and that was a bit of a oversight as it was quite noisy at night until 3 am. Also the shower proved to be quite a challenge, trying to regulate the temperature. Lots of conveniences close by including the subway, coffee shops & restos. Any questions to the host are handled efficiently! Narrow staircase to the 3rd floor, so if you're a senior or overweight, better off to find somewhere else. Geraldine - Dorval, Qc

We were staying at Josh and Drew's apartment in Brooklyn for four days when we visited NYC. The apartment was very nice. It was a good size (3 people) and was very well decorated. The location was conveniently located near the Q train which runs directly towards Manhattan. *** We did have one issue that future renters should be aware of. The top lock is broken on their front door and when locked from the inside it is very difficult to get open. Please get the directions from Josh and Drew on how to open the lock before you get there. We ended up in a hotel that night because we were locked out. Josh did compensate a portion of the hotel cost due to the broken lock. Otherwise a great place for a great price. View host response

This was my first airbnb stay and it was absolutely great. Josh was really helpful and friendly, he arranged for keys to be picked up from the flower shop/bar underneath the apartment with no problem at all. The apartment is really nice, it's only two blocks away from the subway so really easy to get to Manhattan, it was quite a bit slower on the way home though with delayed trains running later at night. I really enjoyed staying in Brooklyn because it gives you the opportunity to experience an area you might not get chance to see if you stayed in Manhattan. Overall, I'd definitely recommend Josh's apartment and if you stay, make sure you pop in for a drink in the downstairs bar too :-)

Very cute apartment, full of fun lamps, nicknacks, paintings, etc. It was about a block and a half to the train, which made getting around pretty easy. Josh was very accommodating to our request for an early check in. Our plane arrived at 5:30 a.m., and we were able to get into the apartment by 8:00 a.m., when the little store downstairs opened, where we picked up the keys. HUGE help. The only downside was that the free wifi in the apartment is actually the bar downstairs' internet, and it barely worked. Bummer for me because I had to work on this trip, but probably isn't an issue for too many people. :) Also, there weren't any pots or pans, except for two cast iron skillets (which we couldn't use because they were treated with vegetable oil and the person staying with me is allergic to vegetable oil), so she had to go buy a small skillet and pot at the drugstore. Otherwise, the apartment was really nice, the restaurants in the area were great, and we had a really nice time! Thanks Josh and Drew!

We had 22 fantastic days in NYC which would not have been possible without staying at Josh and Drew's apartment -a hotel was out of the question It also meant that my partner's son could join us and we got to share time together The apartment has lots of room and is warm and comfortable (loved the central heating) My partner was sick for a few days so it was great to be able to buy groceries and cook a couple of nights Its a great neighborhood and very easy to get to Manhattan Love the Q train We also ate out locally a couple of times - it made a difference to have nice cafes and restaurants (and laundry + shops )handy And we felt very safe Josh is an excellent host and made sure we had everything we needed All in all staying here gave us the base for an amazing holiday

The room was clean, filled with light and very spacious. The neighborhood was really cool with a lot of restaurants and bars.

What i love about airbnb is that i find the majority of members tend to be likeminded and well traveled so Joshua and I automatically had lots to discuss and similar interests. His tips for places to go and things to check out were very helpful and the location was perfect, so much so that i immediately started scouting apartments so i could move there! Clean, comfy, safe, the city was a mere train ride away, commerce at your doorstep, families in 3 story new england victorianesque homes with gardens and barbecues and swingsets (i didnt even know that happened in NY) in the neighborhood, probably my best airbnb experience to date

The space was immaculately clean, and only a few blocks from the subway and some real restaurant gems. Would highly recommend a stay here.

We had a fantastic stay in Josh's place. It's in a lovely area of Brooklyn with great cafe's, restaurants and bars around. The closest subway stop is just a couple of blocks away and it has a direct train that gets you to and from manhattan in around half an hour. The apartment itself is really cool, and Josh was really helpful and friendly before and during our stay.

We loved Joshua and Drew's aparrtment. It has a soul , with art and books, and is located nearby a street full of nice little cafés and restaurants. The neighborhood is great and it's easy to get to Manhattan. The subway station is just nerby. Gret place to be. Lynda from Montreal

Josh and Drew were fantastic hosts during our stay at their place in Brooklyn. Whether sharing stories, tipping us off on what to see or how to get there, they were cool, welcoming, interested and never too-much. Josh was also really helpful in the lead up to our stay, giving perfect directions and checking in before we got there. And in terms of the room, it was a welcome adjustment to be in such a spacious, well-appointed bedroom with interesting books and a comfortable bed. It's certainly one of the perks to being out of Manhattan for a vacation. There are also shops nearby where we could get cheap organic breakfasts and an unreal Sunday Farmer's Market. The subway was right nearby too, with a relaxed and interesting ride into Manhattan that took about 35 minutes. Overall, we were super happy with the stay, and would recommend this to anyone.

My first Airbnb experience and it was perfect. The room was clean and spacious and the bed was very comfortable. As for Joshua and Drew as hosts I couldn't have chosen a better place to stay for my first NYC visit. They were super helpful when coming to give tips on "the" latest restaurants and shops to visit. They truly embodied a true Superhost.

when I arrived in NY, Josh was travelling in Europe, but he was so great, organised where I can pick up the key and was incredibly helpful.... the area is really lovely with cafes and good food and a farmer markets on Sunday - just perfect for people who enjoy good healthy food and love to cook.... The apartment is clean, great bed and bathroom :) and a nice private room to stay at....

Josh and Drew were wonderful hosts! Everything was so well organised for us, and their apartment is in the perfect location: three blocks from the Q Train DIRECT to NYC. Plus organic supermarket just around the corner, and a great wine bar too. Highly recommend.

It was my first visit to New York and it couldn't have been better. Josh and Drew's place is really cozy and cool. It has everything close to it: a mexican restaurant, a very nice place where you can have breakfast, lots of options for organic food enthusiasts, even a barber shop. It is very close to a subway station, so it was very convenient. The room is bigger than it looks in the pictures. The bed is great and it has a spacious closet. Josh and Drew were very courteous and tried to make me feel comfortable. I didn't get to spend much time with them (which I kind of regret now, they are really nice people) because I was out most of the time, but they really made me feel "at home". You can get to Manhattan in 20/30 minutes from the Q train station. It is very easy to get around New York using the MTA system, so the (very) close station was a great plus. I loved it. I loved NYC and I loved staying at Josh and Drew's place. I give it an A+ :-)

Josh and Drew are exemplary people and hosts! I've known them for more than ten years, and Drew and I also worked together. I have stayed at their place and they have stayed in mine, they are an example of why it's the people that make New York great! Their taste and attention to detail make their apartment totally personal and comfortable- it's a real gem, both unique and super homey. On top of that, immediately outside their door is a stellar neighborhood with delicious food, friendly bars, and zero tourists. You are in good hands, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone!

Josh (and his wife Drew) are great people! I've known them for several years and see them frequently in and around NYC. Their apartment is such a great space, and they know how to host in there as well! Very outgoing, warm personalities, and are super fun to be around... what more could you ask for?

Trustworthy and generous are words that come to mind when thinking of describing Josh. On many occasions he has offered his time and help to me and has always been reliable. WIth a warm, comfortable New York CIty apartment with artistic character, you will be close enough to the centre yet far enough to retreat from the chaos. I highly recommend it. Josh is a great guy with a great apartment, Im pretty sure it will be at Josh's place where you will be satisified when looking for that authentic NYC stay.

As one host to another, I've gotten to know Josh pretty well and there aren't enough good things that I can say about him. He's a great, nice guy and an amazing and seasoned host. It's not by luck that he's a SuperHost! He's got an amazing eye for design which is why his spaces are so cool and anyone would be super lucky to be hosted by him. His wife is also a really love lady--sweet as pie!

Josh is a great guy and their apartment is a lot of fun. I'd take advantage of this rental if I were you.

Josh and Drew know cozy, quirky, cool and sophisticated like few people do. The atmosphere they've created is human in the creative sense, warm, luxurious, inventive, light-filled, clean, and (dare I mention) filled with love. Yes, you can feel the love. It's tangible. The type of tangible that makes me want to move to New York. Tell anyone in the neighborhood you know Josh and Drew, and you'll likely get drinks for free.