The Borough Hall Residence
Perks for the Parents
This fun and family-friendly garden-level apartment with a private backyard is in the heart of Brooklyn Heights and sleeps up to 5 + 2. This home has everything you need for a stay with kids of all ages – there’s a crib set up for a baby and it’s all on 1 level. For parents, there’s a Peloton bike in the study and a dedicated work area. The garden is the perfect spot to hang out with a drink while the little ones have fun.
Why Kids Love it
The space is equipped with highchairs, a Pack n Play, bunk beds and a crib. The kids’ room has an Oeuf bunk bed with a pull-out trundle that comfortably sleeps 3 plus a couch to lounge on. There are art supplies, books, board games and many toys for younger kids in bins and baskets. The private garden has an outdoor table for al fresco dining or arts and crafts and there’s a basketball goal and playhouse.
Things to Know
Minimum stay: 2 nights. Safety notes: There are 4 stairs to the apartment and 3 steps up to the garden where toddlers need supervision. The apartment has security bars on windows and a keyless entry padlock on front door. A baby crib is set up and an additional travel crib is available on request. Fly into John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK).
About the Location
This NYC apartment is in Brooklyn Heights, just a 5-minute walk to Borough Hall and Court Street train stations and 1 stop from downtown Manhattan. The historic neighborhood is known for its family-friendly vibe with tree-lined streets, playgrounds and parks including Brooklyn Bridge Park (within walking distance) with its waterfront promenade, stunning views of Manhattan skyline, sports fields and picnic areas. Shops and restaurants are a few blocks away on Atlantic Avenue.
Accommodation Details
This apartment has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, all on 1 level. The open-plan main living space has a sectional sofa and armchairs, a dining room seating 4 adults and 2 children on adjustable Stokke Tripp Trapp chairs, and a fully equipped galley kitchen. There are 2 bedrooms – 1 kingsize for the parents and 1 kids’ room with a bunkbed and trundle, sleeping 3. An air bed is available for an extra guest if required. The bedrooms share a family bathroom with a shower over tub and a washer / dryer. A study has a dedicated workspace and Peloton bike. Steps from the kitchen lead out to the private backyard.
Style Notes
City chic. This lovingly decorated apartment is whimsical and fun with art prints and an eclectic mix of vintage and contemporary furniture. White wood floors are adorned with colorful patterned rugs. The living room is cozy with an exposed brick fireplace and huge sofa for the entire family to relax on. The master bedroom is peaceful and serene with neutral colors and textured cushions, while the large kids’ room has a leather sofa to hang out and a reading nook with skateboards on the wall. We love the tropical wallpaper in the bathroom, the private backyard and the family-friendly location.
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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
Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
America's first suburb
Historical Brownstone Brooklyn starts here, where Brooklyn Bridge connects to Manhattan. It's a quiet, peaceful area - you might even wake up to birdsong - and is populated by families. Explore parks, kids shops and family-friendly eateries, then cycle or walk across the bridge to the big city. Don't miss the views from Brooklyn promenade over the water to the skyscrapers.