Pulse-of-the-City Brooklyn Studio w/ Rhythmic White Noise and Transit Access
Hosted by Patrice Wollner
SuperHost · 7 years hosting
Continuous vibration · Noise every 4–7 min · MTA structural easement
Patrice says living next to the subway line gives this Brooklyn studio a real pulse — you literally feel the city breathing through the walls every few minutes and she means that literally in the physical sense. The rumble is so rhythmic she's had guests tell her it works better than a white noise machine, which is high praise because white noise machines cost money. She's added soundproofing foam to three of the four walls and considers that basically done, project-wise. The location cannot be beaten for transit access, for obvious reasons.
What this place offers
House rules
- · Last train at 2am; first train at 4:50am — plan sleep accordingly
- · Do not lean on the tiled tunnel wall (it vibrates)
- · MTA has easement access through utility door — do not block
- · Earplugs on the nightstand are complementary and recommended
Hosted by Patrice Wollner
SuperHost · 7 years hosting
Response rate
100%
Response time
within 2 minutes
Languages
English, Sign language (improvised)
Patrice says living next to the subway line gives her Brooklyn studio a real pulse — you feel the city breathing through the walls every few minutes. The rumble is so rhythmic she's had guests tell her it works like a white noise machine. She's added soundproofing foam to three of the four walls and considers that basically done.
4.73 · 9 reviews
Kenji T.
San Francisco, CA
The rumble through the walls is rhythmic and I genuinely found it soothing. Patrice is right — city white noise. Brooklyn dream.
Britta O.
Minneapolis, MN
Patrice's Brooklyn studio has the city pulse you can't fake. The soundproofing on three walls is effective. The fourth wall communicates in subway rumble.
Todd & Wendy H.
Grand Rapids, MI
We went for the Brooklyn vibe and found the Brooklyn vibe. The studio is thoughtfully decorated and Patrice left great neighborhood tips.
Fiona
Brisbane, AU
The pulse of the city through the walls is very real. Only note: the 2 a.m. train is also very real. Travel with earplugs and you'll love it.
Marcus Q.
Brooklyn, NY
Lived in Brooklyn my whole life and somehow never stayed in a spot where I could feel the subway through the floor. Essential experience.
Sterling C.
Chattanooga, TN
Patrice's foam soundproofing goes up to the ceiling on three sides and it makes a real difference. The fourth wall is the adventure. Great value for Brooklyn.
Derek A.
Phoenix, AZ
Fell asleep to the D train. Woke up to the D train. Felt like a local. Patrice is warm and quick to reply. Highly recommend.
Denise W.
Sacramento, CA
The vibration knocked a glass off the shelf at 2 a.m. and woke me so abruptly I briefly did not know my own name. Studio is very cute though. Patrice was responsive and offered a shelf bumper kit.
Response from host
The vibration intensity varies by track maintenance schedule — I've added rubberized shelf pads to the kitchen now! So sorry about the sleep disruption. The studio is worth another try.
Celeste R.
New Orleans, LA
The most New York stay I've ever had. The rumble, the walls, the neighborhood, Patrice's local map pinned by the door. Perfect.