I stayed in this flat last minute when I took on a three month working placement in Berlin. The flat is in a brilliant location, safe and homely it was perfect: I had no problems travelling back late at night and it's well lit too which is something a young woman may feel assured with. The amenities are as described, the kitchen is sufficient and complete with a great range of herbs and spices too! The living space is open and the stairs within the flat lead to an open plan, large sleeping quarter, second wash room, large writing desk area and even a hammock corner. Despite the flat listed as unsuitable for children, my 11 year old sister had no problems enjoying the hammock or gazing through the large windows. There is a lot of light in this home and the views are littered with beautiful trees. The residency is quiet. Rest assured it is not a location to have parties in as there are families. However the flat is accommodating and I was able to have a few dinner guests over from work and also a simple drinks celebration too - be wary of space in the living room! As a petite 5'1" the microwave was very high: the kitchen includes a combo oven and grill and shelved above is the microwave. A step-stool was provided (thank you!!) however it was still a little tricky at times. (Do not use the kitchen's wooden stools for standing... You will wobble off!) If needed, you are provided with a laundry machine. Small yet powerful I found myself dedicating whole afternoons to washing clothes so keep on top of it if you need a long term stay! There is a washing line provided which is a little tricky to hook but is stable and once you do. Having extra visitors over was not a problem for the host, which was a relief during my stay when I missed home. The sofa is a use and easy to use double bed and also, there is a single lounger upstairs which is fine as a bed too. Having a mobile standing partition was useful in separating the upstairs more or, keeping more privacy at night. The flat comes with a wide range of books and even CDs! From game of thrones to The Help and then language and architecture material... There is something to find. The tv is programmed with German satellite - fine for me as I enjoy Tatort. I'm sure it is possible to have a hdmi for connection for personal programmes and movies if asked though! In saying this the area is tremendous so you won't need tv! Down dieffenbachstrasse is the kotbusserdamm and grafekiez communities and left down GRIMMSTRASSE is the infamous Kottbusser Tor, prime hotspot for the historical side of Berlin's progressive culture. Right on G'strasse is urbanstrasse; left will take you to Sonnenallee and Hermannplatz - easy start for exploring neukölln and right will take you toward...