The East 8th Street Residence
Perks for the Parents
This beautifully designed and decorated first floor apartment in a charming 3-story home is a short walk from Prospect Park in the heart of Brooklyn and includes plenty to entertain and amuse children. The house has been thoughtfully designed for families and is full of kids books, toys, chalkboards and plenty of fun things to keep them busy. There is a beautiful new kitchen and large dining room for family dinners, with and a high chair for little ones. There is a mini Bloom Alba Crib that can be placed in any room as well as a Lotus rocking bassinet by Guava.
Why Kids Love it
Children will love the playful design throughout the home and all the books and toys. The owner runs her own children's decor company so creating playful design and beautiful spaces for families is what she loves most! There are hardwood floors throughout, perfect for pull toys or taking a little ride on the mini bike. The kids will love the chalkboard wall in the dining room. The apartment is a 10-15 minute walk to Prospect Park and 2 great playgrounds, and only a couple blocks from 2 highly recommend family-friendly cafes, including one that has daily singalongs.
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 2 days. There is a private entrance with keyless entry. The hosts can stock the fridge ready for your arrival on request. There is street parking in the neighborhood. Note that this property does not have a bathtub (there is a baby bath available) and there is no washer-dryer on the premises. There are several Laundromats 2-3 blocks away. The shower has a second pull down shower head so filling the baby bath is easy.
About the Location
The residence is on a tree-lined street in Kensington, Brooklyn, steps away from restaurants, cafés and Prospect Park. There are parks and playgrounds great for families nearby - it is a very family-friendly area. It is a 30-45 minute taxi ride to/from LGA or JFK airports. Car rental is not essential; the property is a 10-15 minute walk to several subway stations.
Accommodation Details
This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment is set over 1 floor. It includes a large, fully-stocked family kitchen, a separate dining room and a full bathroom with walk-in shower and extra amenities. There is a large living room filled with books and perfect for relaxing. The first bedroom has a queensize bed; the second has a fullsize bed and the third has a twin bed with options for a crib or toddler bed depending on your family's needs.
Style Notes
New York Style. “Smile, eat, love, laugh, repeat” says the text on the kitchen wall, and that’s about the size of it: this beautiful, playful and art-filled home is a great space for families to relax and enjoy themselves in the heart of Brooklyn. Owned by a Swedish-American family, there are definite notes of Scandinavian design throughout with a touch of farmhouse and a little bit of whimsy. We love the playful design touches, the sunny yellow sofa and the kitschy and fun art throughout.
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Air Conditioning
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Baby Bath
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Baby Monitor
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Babysitter / Nanny
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Backyard / Garden
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Balcony
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Bathtub
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Bed Rails
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Bicycles
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Cabinet Locks
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Changing Table
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Chef / Catering
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Children's Dinnerware
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Corner Guards
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DVD Library
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DVD Player
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Dishwasher
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Elevator
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Fireplace Guards
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Game Console
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High Chair
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Housekeeper
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Outlet Plugs
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Parking
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Pet-friendly
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Pool
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Pool Gate
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Stair Gates
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Television
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Toys / Children's Books
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Washer / Dryer
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Wifi
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Window Guards
Kensington, Brooklyn
In the center of Brooklyn
Quiet, unpretentious and popular with families, Kensington is just south of Prospect Park and under half an hour from Manhattan by train. Wood frame houses mingle with Brownstones along the leafy streets and families play in Ablemarle Playground. With multicultural food stores, a riding stables and great commuter links, it’s an easy place to base yourself in Brooklyn.
