Monika's place was exactly as stated: a fourth-floor open-plan apartment accessed via a secure lift and with not one but two outdoor terraces, the second one shared with the owners. It was spotlessly clean, has a great walk-in shower and a fully-fitted kitchen. While outside Vienna's 'inner circle' it is a few minutes walk from a metro/underground station that gives easy access to all of Vienna's major sites while you enjoy the benefits of staying in a 'real' Viennese residential area rather than the bubble of a tourist zone. You can reach the city centre in minutes without changing lines. There's also the wonderful Meiselmarkt on your doorstep bursting with fresh produce as well as supermarkets and a selection of bars, cafes and restaurants offering everything from authentic Viennese to Turkish cuisine. We didn't see much of our hosts during our stay because we didn't need to: we had everything we needed for a wonderful stay in Vienna and would happily recommend it to other visitors.