Emilia's Retreat


  • The front porch of Emilia's Retreat offers a comfortable place to rest after a busy day of sight seeing.

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    Emilia's Retreat is set in beautiful Victorian Brooklyn. Turn of the century homes, tree-lined streets and comfortable front porches are a real "retreat" from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan (which is 25 minutes away by subway). There are 2 bedroom suites; one with a private entrance,living room and breakfast nook. Emilia's Retreat has cable tv, ac and wireless internet. Guests are encouraged to relax with breakfast in the garden or a cool drink on the front porch. Emilia's Retreat is perfect for families or small groups.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Donna is a social worker specializing in work with adolescents. Living at home are Donna's 2 teens--Ben age 17 and Emilia age 19. The family enjoys meeting people from around the world, particularly families where they can learn about each other's "worlds". They are available to help plan your sightseeing trips.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish


    Number of Dogs: 1


    Features

    Type:

    • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

    Property Noted For:

    • Economical rates

    • Family Travel


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Board games

    • Coffee/Tea facilities

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Microwave

    • Private entrance

    On Site:

    • Air conditioning

    • BBQ grill

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV Video games

    • Washer/dryer

    • Wi-Fi

    Other Amenities:

    • rocking chairs & wicker couch on porch

    • basketball hoop

    • glider & dining area in garden

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  • Nightly Rate

    $125 - $150

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: by arrangement    Check out: 11 am

    • Minimum stay: 2 nights

    • Deposit amount required: 1 night stay

    • Cancellations: within 14 days for full refund 13-7 days 20% refund less than 7 days, refunds may not be honored

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: Limited

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinks available: N

    • Children allowed: family rate available

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: Limited : hosts teenager's are available to babysit for a fee

  • Breakfast

    • Type: suite is stocked with variety of breakfast fare

    • Time Served: at the leisure of guests

    • Serving location: guests may use outdoor space, suite has dining area and table, Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit

    • Non-alcoholic Beverages


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • light snacks

  • Location Type

    • 25 minutes to manhattan


    City

    • new york city

    • Directions to property:


    Airport

    • New York, NY (JFK-Kennedy)

    • Directions to property:
      taxi from JFK or Laguardia approximately 30 minutes approximate cost:$40 MTA Airtrain: approximately 1.5 hr, cost:$7.00


    Area Attractions

    • Amusement Park

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Brooklyn Cyclones or Mets

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Zoo

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Golfing

    • Horseback riding

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Tennis courts

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    Emilia's Retreat

    About the reviewer

    • 55+ years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    We really enjoyed our stay here. Donna the owner is the perfect hostess and looked after us really well!


    A Jewel in the heart of Brooklyn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    My wife and I have a 7 months old daughter and we stayed at Emilia's retreat in July for a family reunion. It is in a quaint neighborhood which has still kept its Victorian charm & beauty. It is a safe area where families can still leave their doors unlocked during the day. It's a family friendly inn and the inn keeper made us feel at home. We enjoyed the peace & quiet away from the hustle & bustle and we look forward to staying there again!


    Great for families with teenagers

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    Having been to New York many times before this was my first experience with a bed and breakfast, and with Brooklyn. It turned out well. This place is a really good place for families with teenagers and Donna is very friendly and is obviously working hard to try and provide a good place to stay. We rode the subway into town every day.


    Brooklyn's Best-Kept Secret

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs once a year

    • Typically stays in budget lodging

    • Was travelling to visit family


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    Donna and Wilson were both wonderful hosts, and made my mom and I feel quite at home. The thoughtful touches, including fresh bagels and an array of snacks, made our trip even more enjoyable.


    Great Family Retreat

    About the reviewer

    • Between 36-45 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on business


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    Our family recently stayed in the downstairs suite and Donna, the innkeeper, was amazing! We found the B&B to be very convenient and comfortable for our needs, which included working, real estate and school "shopping," and site-seeing. It was a great alternative to staying in Manhattan, which we have found to be difficult with our 2 small children. The kids especially loved all the toys. You won't meet nicer folks or have a better experience.


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