Martin was at the flat with a big smile and a genuine warm handshake to greet me. From the minute we walked in, I fell in love with his flat. It was without exception as he had described it and more. It staged the beginning of a wonderful extended stay away from home in Prague.

The location was exceptional...a neighborhood (Vinohrady) to which I had ventured and explored several times on previous visits. The flat is only a couple of blocks from Flora--a great shopping center with the premium grocery chain, my favorite coffee and gourmet sweets cafe, as well as others, various retailers from the drug store to clothing outlets, a cineplex with some English films, and most of all...the Metro station leading everywhere. Martin's well equipped kitchen destined me to shop every day at the supermarket. The most amazing experience in the flat for me was the little details to which Martin has paid attention. Even though he does not live there, you had the feeling you are living in someone's nicely furnished home, not a commercial rental that has been thrown together for a high return on investment.

When I arrived, Martin carefully explained all of the workings within the flat. His explanation is supplemented by a very detailed booklet he has put together which demonstrate and explains how to turn on the stove, how to use the washing machine, controlling the heat, etc. These are all of the things you need to live in the space comfortably and enjoy it rather than wasting time with the struggle of figuring out how things work. And of course, there were the usual maps, tour guides, and tools which are helpful to tourist. You even get to pretend you are at home by watering the plants. .:))

Martin, himself, is an extraordinary host. He went out of his way to ensure that I was comfortable and that all of my needs were met. Of particular mention was the incident of which he had no control but responded with complete concern and care. The City posted a notice without warning that the water in the entire neighborhood would be shut off for a few days. Without any delay, Martin was in contact with me, advised me of the situation, and provided me with a wonderful alternative accommodation in Old Town Square, in the heart of the center of the City. A situation which could have been a traveler's nightmare turned out to be another great and unexpected adventure, thanks to Martin. If I could rate Martin's flat with stars, I would rate my experience as 6+ out of 5.