Thanks Daniel,
our host met us at 22:30 to hand over keys and escort us to the property. He also kindly got in some coffee, milk and a few breakfast nibbles which were very welcome.

The apartment was nice and clean and in a great spot for getting around the sights on foot or by S-Bahn, also handy for the Tiergarten and river pathway which were great for my morning runs.

One slight negative is the reception we had from a permanent resident of the apartment block, who rushed to meet us as we arrived and proceeded to lecture us about being quiet and respecting those who live in the block. This was not a great initial reception (and I didn't take this personally as it no doubt reflects rowdy parties that have stayed previously, not a small family group like ourselves, but a bit off-putting non the less!).