Lars’ place is exactly as described - a really beautiful apartment with lots of light and lovely things. The area is really great - very close to Friedrichshain with lots of cafes, shops and restaurants, but far away enough that the immediate area is pretty quiet especially at night. It is very close to lots of public transport options and it was very easy to get into Berlin Mitte. Lars was extremely accommodating and communicative, letting me arrive and begin using the flat a little early and also to leave my luggage on the last day until I needed to leave in the evening. The room was also great for working - Lars kindly let me use the large screen with my laptop which was very useful. All in all a great stay :)