This is the second time we stayed at Dessy's apartment while in Vienna on a research trip. Dessy is a great host: everything is prepared and easy when you arrive. She responds quickly to all messages, knows the area very well and can give advice and suggestions for whatever you might need. The apartment is ready to go. It is light and airy, with huge ceilings, plenty of space to sleep, and has all the appliances one might need - from the washing machine and a good hairdryer in the bathroom to a toaster oven and a microwave in the kitchen. It even has a dishwasher although we never needed to use it. The apartment is clean and large and I love that it has enough furniture but not too much of extra stuff. It does have plenty of travel guides for Vienna and surrounding area as well as books in various languages on the hallway shelves. We love the neighborhood! I travel with two children so proximity to everything is my number one priority. There are several wonderful playgrounds within walking distance to the apartment and more if you are willing to hop on the underground for a couple of stops. There are plenty of groceries stores, a huge market down the street, and Vienna's biggest shopping street that runs parallel to the apartment's street making it a wonderful space for an evening stroll to some amazing ice-cream. The apartment is close to 3 different underground lines which, whether you are in Vienna for work or sightseeing, is extremely useful. You can walk to the museum quarter but also to the city center (although you can also take a bus that stops right in front of the apartment building and can take you even closer). There was a heat wave when we were in Vienna so it was also convenient to be able to take the kids to one of several pools via a very easy trip on public transport. We love Vienna and we love both working in and enjoying Vienna from Dessy's apartment.