Dirk is a perfect host and delightful person. He's charming, easy-going and upbeat. He goes out of his way to make sure you're comfortable and have everything you need. Dirk's penthouse is a very special place to stay in while in Berlin. The apartment is spacious, totally remodeled in a contemporary, chic style. There's a patio off a wall of window-doors, which is ideal for relaxation. It's full of plants that make you forget you're in the middle of the city. Your room is large & sunny, furnished with a duvet-covered bed, a cushion chair, closets, and a stream-lined desk---a perfect work space. The private bath with its big bathtub, 2 sinks, and washer-dryer is an added luxury. Everything is super clean. You can't get better than this. The U-Bahn and trolley are less than a block away, so its easy to move around Berlin. An added treasure is the family-owned bakery down the street, which has a wide selection of superb and inexpensive pastries, sandwiches and high quality coffees. I would readily stay here again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend this one-of-a-kind treasure to friends.