Although we never got to meet Valeska in person, she was very responsive and accommodating from the word "go".
Her friend welcomed us and showed us around, making sure that we knew the ins and outs of the flat.

Valeska was always eager to respond via email or text to any question we had.

During our stay there, we had a little accident with one of her lovely decorative vases placed on the floor, which happened at the last minute so we didn't have time to replace it but we instead compensated her for the loss.

The flat is as per the description, it's spacious, moderately clean, well equipped and easily accessible from means of transport- although all parts of Brussels are accessible on foot.

The quirky mezzanine level offers an additional "bedroom" - though there are no walls as such to black out noise or light from the main space- for those who require a completely dark and quiet room to sleep in.

There is a lift to the block- it wouldn't open on the first floor where the apartment is situated- this may be a temporary issue though.

The area is quite mixed and generally gentrified, with lots of amenities and shops nearby.

The only real issue was the constant noise coming from the extremely busy road that the flat is situated on. Although the flat benefits from lovely full height double glazing, the road is so noisy and busy 24/7 with motorbikes blasting, sirens, ambulances etc that it is definitely not acceptable for those looking for a very quiet and calm haven at the end of their day.
Again, this is not a deal breaker in any way (we ourselves live in busy East London) however it is definitely worth noting for those looking for a quiet spot.

Thank you for the hospitality Valeska.