My girlfriend and I were staying in Brooklyn for a week and we found this place online. We found a…read morefew reviews and decided to give it a try. We stayed 3 nights, Sunday to Wednesday. Josie was great. She showed us around our floor (when you rent a room you get the entire floor) and talked about locking up and things like that. The Breakfast portion is on the lighter side. Cereal and juice are available. Josie offered to get pastries in the morning but we said we didn't need it, there are too many great places for brunch in the neighborhood. The rooms were clean, the main bathroom seemed brand new (the second bathroom in the bedroom was nice to have as well) and the location was fantastic. I'd much rather pay a little more to stay here as opposed to getting a hotel on the other side of Park Slope. If you need a place to stay in Park Slope I recommend considering this place.

This is a charming 1840s three story Victorian home with parking right outside the front door. The…read moreproperty is gated which was nice. Art and Libby are lovely hosts. We had a nice room with bathroom ensuite. My friend and I were not able to stay for breakfast but they had a nicely appointed kitchen and island seating area, and other rooms where you could dine. Despite all rooms being filled with antiques, the house had a comfy feel to it. I really appreciated the ability to get into NYC easily and cheaply from this property . The NJ Transit station is about five minutes away (Maplewood Station). You can buy your tickets at a kiosk right at the station. In June of 2024, a round trip ticket into NYC was $15 and it's a 40 minute ride each way. Look at njtransit.com for train schedules - -generally a train every hour. You are dropped off right at Penn Station. When you are leaving NYC and going back to NJ , enter Penn Station from the corner of 7th Ave and 31st Street -- there is a NJ Transit entrance and you will see stairs or escalators and can get downstairs to access fare Kiosks as well as the tracks. (If you enter from other entrances at Penn Stations, it's a bit challenging to figure out how to get downstairs for the NJ Transit tracks)

We spent a long weekend at Les Saisons and really enjoyed our stay. The property was eclectic and…read moreextremely charming. We stayed in the Spring Room which was large and inviting. The attached bathroom was huge and had everything we needed. Erika took great care of us and cooked an amazing breakfast. Very friendly, relaxed and welcoming. We definitely will be back and have already recommended it our relatives who live in the area.

The location is great, at the very top of Hylan Blvd., across the street from the Alice Austen…read moreHouse. The room I was in, The Verrazano Room, had great views of both the bridge and of the downtown Manhattan skyline, which you could see best from the small sitting room just off the bedroom. The Verrazano Room also has its own bathroom (not all rooms do). I read in some reviews that the hotel lacks air-conditioning but this room had a window A/C unit that kept the room cool on an 87 degree day. The WiFi was fast and dependable, and the breakfast and coffee basic but good. Other reviews have noted that only bar soap is provided, and that is the case, so be sure to bring your own shampoo/conditioner, etc. Finally, Moe, the proprietor, was friendly and accommodating, and provided a key to the front door so I could come and go at my leisure, which I appreciated. Nothing about the hotel is luxurious but it is great value for the money.

Stayed here with my three children about ten years ago. It fit our needs well and the kids loved…read morewatching the container ships go by in the harbor.

We attended the murder mystery dinner and had a pleasant evening overall, but there were several…read moreaspects that kept it from meeting our expectations. The highlights were definitely the food and tea. Everything was delicious, and I appreciated that my dietary restrictions were accommodated without any issues. There was also ample parking, and our server was pleasant. Unfortunately, the biggest disappointment was the murder mystery itself. We've attended several murder mystery dinners over the years, and this was the least engaging cast we've experienced. The acting lacked the energy and immersion we were expecting, especially considering the cost of the event. Since the performance is the main attraction, we had hoped for a much stronger production. While our server was kind, the service could have been more attentive. We had to ask for water refills and for our tea to be replenished with hot water. Those are small touches that guests should be offered rather than having to request, especially during a tea service. I was also disappointed that wine was only available by the bottle instead of by the glass. Lastly, my companion and I spent a great deal of time creating our costumes for the event. We stepped away briefly to explore one of the beautifully decorated rooms, and during that time the costume contest was held. We either didn't hear or weren't given a clear announcement before it began, so we completely missed the opportunity to participate. Better communication would have made a big difference. Overall, the venue, food, and tea were excellent, but the quality of the performance and some aspects of the service and event organization left us disappointed. With improvements in those areas, this could be a truly memorable experience.

Leaving a review for the Mathis House is past due for me. I found this place doing a Google search…read morefor "hot tea" in Toms River. I called them and expected them to say that they had no vegan or gluten-free options. But the owner, Vicki, answered the phone and told me they had vegan and gluten-free tea service, including scones, sandwiches, desserts, and more. I was shocked! My mom and I went there for lunch about a week later. Our waitress was so knowledgeable about the house and the food options and she answered all of our questions. That was the beginning of a long history of coming to the Mathis House. I have since brought groups of friends ranging from five to twenty. We have attended a few Afternoon Teas, including the holiday sessions; Cinco de Mayo, and a Masquerade Murder Mystery. I recently celebrated my birthday there. My favorite thing about the house is how we can view the lovely decorations. The house is decorated to reflect every season. Plus, I love how vintage and classy the atmosphere feels. A visit to the Mathis House is always an enjoyable time!

My friends were visiting me in Bay Shore and I set up a stay for them here last year and they…read moreabsolutely loved it! Liz the general manager was incredibly kind, attentive, and accommodating. The property itself is gorgeous and super cute (great Gilmore Girls/New England B&B vibes!!). The room was clean. My friends thought everything was super comfortable. Check-in was seamless. Breakfast was super tasty and fresh! Highly recommend!!

The property is professionally maintained and the room accommodations are wonderful; all nicely…read moreappointed. We have had three opportunities to stay at the Bay House and have never been disappointed by the service and hospitality. The morning breakfasts were absolutely scrumptious. They also are eager to accommodate any special food requests. Recently they hosted my sisters 70th Birthday party and it was perfectly managed and they made all her guests feel special. Eddie & Cindy

We have been coming here for 18 summers with the exception obviously of 2020. The owners are…read moreamazing even though they are on the older side. Everything is made for each guest perfectly ( the rooms, breakfasts, beach passes, etc). Most people there have been going for years because it's so nice. I do have to say though that if you are allergic to cats you may need to consider another place. Pets are allowed there and they have a lot of cats. There are 4 beautiful rooms with 3 of them having excellent views and 2 with balconies and 1 with a little porch. Sunrises are Amazing too.

As someone that has stayed here since my wedding night, with many times there after, I can safely…read moresay that this establishment has gone from a five star bed and breakfast to one that is coasting by. With our last stay (my weekend birthday gift to my husband) started out with seeing water stains above the staircase and the ever present smell of cat urine which apparently came from the many (eight we were told) cats that roam around. The room was very comfortable and romantic as always but chilly as the doors leading out to the balcony are old and in need of updating with newer weatherproof ones. The toilet dripping constantly was annoying but nothing to complain about but the breakfast area was cold and crammed with the door being left open so that the cats could come and go and stepping in their poop on the floor wasn't the start of how breakfast that was always our shining start of the day should be. All in all, much has decreased with the Seascape much to our regret.

I have always operated with a policy of preferring to support small and family-owned or independent…read morebusinesses as often as possible. They almost always tend to show more empathy and respect than chains or corporate conglomerates. Unfortunately this business also has a policy and it's to show zero respect for its customers. When the event you are traveling for is canceled due to 60 mph wind and the coastal flooding and torrential rain that accompanies a serious tropical storm, they're not even apologetic about taking your money for a service they don't render to you. It's one thing to have a policy, it's another to hide behind it to exploit someone else. I've never anywhere else seen a deposit required for a one-night stay (note to owners, a deposit is by definition something you get back). Had I booked a room at HGI Express like I was initially planning to, I wouldn't have had to discover that yet another "small business" turns out to be just as greedy as anyone else. I hope other customers are wary that you will be charged whether or not you actually stay in this hotel no matter what extenuating circumstances prevent you from doing so.

Called yesterday, was interested in having accommodations for a few weeks. The proprietor, after me…read moreinforming her that I was disabled, told me she didn't want me there because I could fall and sue her. I assured her I have stairs on my home, and would be fine. Once again, she refused, and at one point even called me a "liar". Horrific experience over the phone. Of you're disable, ask questions and think twice...

The Tower cottage bed and breakfast was immaculate. The breakfasts were best ever. The location was…read moreperfect. Close to board walk and provided both beach passes, chairs and umbrellas.

Tony and his wife are wonderful hosts. The premises are immaculate, the location is amazing (near…read morethe beach) and the breakfasts and baked goods (made daily!) are something special. From the moment my son and I arrived, we felt at home. Tony and his wife were heavily vested in making the guest experience a special one. My son and I appreciated the genuineness of their hospitality. We will definitely return!

We had a wonderful stay in Brooklyn at this spot. It had everything we needed. The garden in the…read moreback is delightful. Laura (the owner) was so gracious. It's clean. Great art work. We loved it. And it's in a great location: tons of great take-out in the area, Prospect Park is perfect for running, a stroll, biking, and lounging. The Brooklyn Botanic Gardens are close by. Easy to get on the subway to get to Manhattan. It's really just very nice.

From the owner: New York City's Garden Green is housed in a four-story red-brick row house, built in 1865 and…read morelocated in the culturally-diverse, historic Prospect Heights/Park Slope district, an integral part of "Brownstone Brooklyn". It is filled with antique furnishings. All lodging accommodations are air-conditioned. Choose from one of two guest rooms, one with a double bed and one with two single beds, on the third floor. On the ground floor is a one-bedroom apartment rental fully furnished with a small kitchen, access to the rear garden, a private entry, telephone, television, and WiFi. Breakfast is not provided, but there is a variety of eateries in the local area. Notice: "We do not require a deposit, but we will be here when you arrive as we have been doing since 1992."