The MACON MANOR is celebrating its 103rd year (1907-2010) on this quiet, safe, tree-lined, neighborly block, just steps away from the best the Neighborhood has to offer. It still retains most of its original details, and it has undergone painstaking renovations to preserve its charm and architectural integrity (see pictures). LOCATION: 424 Macon Street (between Lewis & Stuyvesant Avenues), Stuyvesant Heights, Brooklyn, New York 11233. View Larger Map Apartment 1 (2nd Floor): Sleeps 8 Apartment 2 (3rd Floor): Sleeps 7 Apartment 3 (4th Floor): Sleeps 8 . . .

Apartment 1 (2nd Floor) RATES: Our “Normal Rates” for 2010 - 2011 are as follows: $179 / night Monday - Thursday; $199 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 3-night stay. These rates are in effect year-round, except for the following periods: “Holiday Rates” (November 19 - 28, 2010; December 17, 2010 - January 9, 2011): $199 / night Monday - Thursday; $219 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 6-night stay. “Early Winter Rates” (January 10, 2011 - March 31, 2011): $149 / night Monday - Thursday; $159 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 3-night stay. Discounts available for longer stays. Cleaning charge of $75 + tax added per weekly bookings (7 days / 6 nights) (click here to convert into your currency). DEPOSIT: Reservation Deposit of 50% of the total rent, fees, and taxes is required via PayPal or bank transfer to book space (once you’ve decided upon which payment method you prefer, you will receive specific instructions on how to make payment), the balance is due in full upon arrival in cash. Deposit is 100% refundable if cancellation is made prior to 30 days, 50% refundable if cancellation made 14-30 days prior to scheduled stay, non-refundable if under 14 days. SIZE: 1 extra-large Bedroom, 1 Bathroom. SLEEPS: Up to 8. Beds: (2) queen-size beds with King Koil mattresses (each sleeps 2) and (1) full-size sofabed (sleeps 2) in Bedroom; (1) full-size sofabed (sleeps 2) in Living Room. The maximum number of guests is 8, including children. All guests older than infancy are counted as chargeable guests. We feel that this is a generous accommodation – particularly when compared to other hotel / motel options. We suggest that you consider renting more than one Apartment if your party is larger than 8. FEATURES & AMENITIES: This Parlor Floor Apartment is our most deluxe; it is newly-renovated with all-new everything. Most of the furnishings are those that you know and love from IKEA. All rooms have high ceilings, original hardwood parquet or tiled floors, accent lighting, and most of their original architectural details. It gets loads of sunlight from the front and rear through 5 oversized windows. The Apartment is air-conditioned in the summer and well heated in the winter – plus, there is a working fireplace to curl up in front of. Also included are a 32" flatscreen HDTV with cable, DVD player and DVD library with films for kids and adults, books for kids and adults, toys and games for kids and adults, a steam iron and board, blow dryer, foreign-to-U.S. plug adapter, and high-speed wireless broadband connection. Full Kitchen features a gas stove, microwave, refrigerator / freezer, as well as dishware, silverware, coffee maker, and other cooking utensils. Complimentary teas, coffee, and bottled water will await you upon your arrival. All linens are provided, including sheets, towels, blankets, etc. Feel free to request any amenity you don’t see listed. SUITABILITY: Families with children are more than welcome. This is a 2nd floor walk-up and is not wheelchair-accessible, so it may not be suitable for the infirm, physically challenged, or anyone else who might have trouble navigating 1 flight of stairs. PLEASE NOTE: The pictures below were the first pictures we took immediately after renovation; we are still in the process of beautifying the space with original art and other final touches that will be reflected in subsequent images. ~ back to top ~ . . .

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Apartment 2 (3rd Floor) RATES: Our “Normal Rates” for 2010 - 2011 are as follows: $169 / night Monday - Thursday; $189 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 3-night stay. These rates are in effect year-round, except for the following periods: “Holiday Rates” (November 19 - 28, 2010; December 17, 2010 - January 9, 2011): $199 / night Monday - Thursday; $219 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 6-night stay. “Early Winter Rates” (January 10, 2011 - March 31, 2011): $149 / night Monday - Thursday; $159 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 3-night stay. Discounts available for longer stays. Cleaning charge of $75 + tax added per weekly bookings (7 days / 6 nights) (click here to convert into your currency). DEPOSIT: Reservation Deposit of 50% of the total rent, fees, and taxes is required via PayPal or bank transfer to book space (once you’ve decided upon which payment method you prefer, you will receive specific instructions on how to make payment), the balance is due in full upon arrival in cash. Deposit is 100% refundable if cancellation is made prior to 30 days, 50% refundable if cancellation made 14-30 days prior to scheduled stay, non-refundable if under 14 days. SIZE: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom. SLEEPS: Up to 7. Beds: (1) queen-size mattress (sleeps 2); (1) full-size futon sofabed (sleeps 2); (1) bunk bed with twin-size mattress above (sleeps 1), and an extra-plush full-size futon sofabed below (sleeps 2). The maximum number of guests is 7, including children. All guests older than infancy are counted as chargeable guests. We feel that this is a generous accommodation – particularly when compared to other hotel / motel options. We suggest that you consider renting more than one Apartment if your party is larger than 7. FEATURES & AMENITIES: All rooms have high ceilings, hardwood or tiled floors, and most of their original architectural details. The Apartment is air-conditioned from the front and rear. Also included are a color TV with cable, DVD player and DVD library with films for kids and adults, books for kids and adults, toys and games for kids and adults, a steam iron and board, blow dryer, foreign-to-U.S. plug adapter, and high-speed wireless broadband connection. Full Eat-In Kitchen features a gas stove, microwave, full-size refrigerator / freezer, 2 stools and foldaway table, as well as dishware, silverware, French Press coffee pot, and other cooking utensils. Complimentary teas, coffee, and bottled water will await you upon your arrival. All linens are provided, including sheets, towels, blankets, etc. Additional throw blankets are in the Living Room closet. Feel free to request any amenity you don’t see listed. SUITABILITY: Families with children are more than welcome. This is a 3rd floor walk-up, so it may not be suitable for the infirm, physically challenged, or anyone else who might have trouble navigating 2 flights of stairs. ~ back to top ~ . . .

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Apartment 3 (4th Floor) PLEASE NOTE: This Apartment is currently being rented as a long-term space. It will convert back into a newly-furnished short-term rental no later than early 2011. RATES: Our “Normal Rates” for 2010 - 2011 are as follows: $169 / night Monday - Thursday; $189 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 3-night stay. These rates are in effect year-round, except for the following periods: “Holiday Rates” (November 19 - 28, 2010; December 17, 2010 - January 9, 2011): $199 / night Monday - Thursday; $219 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 6-night stay. “Early Winter Rates” (January 10, 2011 - March 31, 2011): $149 / night Monday - Thursday; $159 / night Friday - Sunday + 8.375% NY State sales tax. Minimum 3-night stay. Discounts available for longer stays. Cleaning charge of $75 + tax added per weekly bookings (7 days / 6 nights) (click here to convert into your currency). DEPOSIT: 50% Reservation Deposit required to book space, the balance is due upon arrival in cash (preferred) or traveler’s check (no personal checks). Deposit is 100% refundable if cancellation is made prior to 30 days, 50% refundable if cancellation made 14-30 days prior to scheduled stay, non-refundable if under 14 days. $250 Security Deposit required in advance, to be refunded in full if there is no damage to the Apartment. All fees payable through wire transfer (preferred) or PayPal. Once you’ve decided upon which payment method you prefer, you will receive specific instructions on how to make payment. SIZE: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom. SLEEPS: Up to 8. Beds: (2) Queen-size mattresses (each sleeps 2); (1) full-size futon sofabed (sleeps 2); (1) twin-size futon sofabed (sleeps 1). The maximum number of guests is 7, including children. All guests older than infancy are counted as chargeable guests. We feel that this is a generous accommodation – particularly when compared to other hotel / motel options. We suggest that you consider renting both Apartments if your party is larger than 7. FEATURES & AMENITIES: All rooms have high ceilings, hardwood or tiled floors, and most of their original architectural details. The Apartment is air-conditioned from the front and rear, and has ceiling fans in the Bedroom & Kitchen. Also included are a color TV with cable, DVD player and DVD library, stereo, books for adults & kids, toys & games for kids, a steam iron and board, and high-speed wireless broadband connection. Full Kitchen features a gas stove, microwave, full-size refrigerator / freezer, as well as dishware, silverware, French Press coffee pot, and other cooking utensils. Complimentary teas, coffee, and bottled water are provided. All linens are provided, including sheets, towels, blankets, etc. Additional throw blankets are in the Bedroom closet. Feel free to request any amenity you don’t see listed. SUITABILITY: Families with children are more than welcome. This is a 4th floor walk-up, so it may not be suitable for the infirm, physically challenged, or anyone else who might have trouble navigating 3 flights of stairs. ~ back to top ~ . . .

The large Living Room features a full-size futon sofabed (sleeps 2), a twin-size futon sofabed (sleeps 1), as well as an exposed brick fireplace with decorative mantel, original tin ceiling and hardwood parquet floors, a color TV with cable, a DVD player and DVD library, new A/C, floor lamp, a sizable collection of books for kids & adults, and original art. The two south-facing windows bathe the room in morning light, and overlook beautiful Gardens with a 50' “Tree of Heaven,” Cherry & Pear Blossom trees; wild Grape, Pumpkin & aromatic Honeysuckle vines, a waterfall pond and lawns. Also, the Home is in the migratory paths of many songbirds, and they will often sit upon the branches just outside this window to sing. It is the quietest room in the Home, good for silent contemplation and peaceful meditation.

The Bedroom features (2) queen-size mattresses (each sleeps 2), a chair, exposed brick fireplace with decorative mantel, two north-facing windows that get much of the day’s ambient light, and new A/C and ceiling fan.

The Full Kitchen features a gas stove, microwave, full-size refrigerator / freezer, ceiling fan, as well as dishware, silverware, French Press coffee pot, and other cooking utensils. Complimentary teas, coffee, and bottled water will await you upon your arrival.

The unusually large Bathroom features pedestal sink, south-facing window, as well as a clothes hamper, medicine cabinet and towel shelf with extra towels.

The Apartment is furnished, decorated, and lit modestly and tastefully, with many custom touches and original pieces of art.

The Hall is bathed in stained-glass light for the better part of the day.

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