Carsten's apartment was beautiful, spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Both bedrooms are spacious, relaxing and have the benefit of ceiling fans. This made a huge impact on our stay as the temperature in Prague was 30 degrees every day and it was wonderful to come back late afternoon after walking the city, take a cold shower and rest beneath them on the bed. Our bed linens were ample, comfy and very clean. The bathroom was well stocked with fresh towels, hand soap and shower gel to wash with. The kitchen had everything you would need whether you want to cook full meals or simply have a quick breakfast and again, was spotlessly clean.
We felt very safe and secure during our stay. The locks on the door were impressive and the apartment also has an alarm fitted, which we used each time we left (though frankly I never felt like it was a building where one would need to). The building itself is lovely, secure and despite the mention of dogs barking etc, we heard nothing of the sort while there and it was peaceful throughout. The location is all that you could wish for - a quiet residential neighbourhood a very short and cheap tram ride away from the city centre. Don't let the fact there is no elevator put you off considering this apartment. The stairs are not bad at all, and you can rest for a moment on the wide stairwell should you need to.
Carsten and his wife were incredibly welcoming, accommodating and helpful. Carsten kindly arranged transfers to and from the apartment for us, and was always on hand to answer the few questions I had. Both were very helpful with suggestions of places to go and how to best get around the city.
All this made our short stay in Prague comfortable and stress-free, and I will definitely try to stay at this apartment again when I return to Prague.