The booking process was flawless and checking in was a breeze.
We arrived at the airport and fumbled our way around to find the train station. You need to buy a Zone A&B single ticket for 3.80 Euro - and then validate the ticket by sticking it in the little red machines.
Natalia will give you the trains and directions. We just stayed cool and got there in the end.
On arrival you will meet the stairs for the first time. I'm 6'1" and a fairly big lad - but took my time and it was fine. We were greeted at the top and Natalia gave us a swift introduction.
The apartment is simply brilliant. Have a look what has been left by others before you buy lots. The place was so clean and really was a relaxing atmosphere. The green plants really make a difference. Shower & bathroom spotless too. Wifi too - but that drops out fairly frequently interrupting the TV - but that about the only flaw.
Just a short walk is an excellent supermarket. They have everything you need and really reasonable prices. Every morning i went there and got a fresh loaf and occasional cake treat.
Take time to understand the Trams and trains. Just over 7 Euro a day for a ticket. Don't by the Tourist tickets - they don't work out cheaper. Out of the apartment, turn right, then right again is a tram stop. See where that takes you as we used it loads.
First day we booked a FREE walking tour. Went to all the places you can expect. This then informed what we were going to do with our remaining days.
Little tip - book the Reichstag Building early so you can go up the dome. We missed out on this. Just search for it on a popular search site and go on their website.
Other than that - we did all the tourist things we could fit in. Great pub was The Castle Berlin Mitte. TripAdvisor has it on there. For food we did the Schnitzel restaurant not far from the apartment- this was brilliant too - dare you to go extra large!!
Utterly brilliant time and the apartment made for very relaxing evenings.