My boyfriend and I very much enjoyed our stay in Alan and Kasia's apartment and would recommend it to those looking for a good base from which to explore Berlin. The apartment is located very close to efficient public transport links, in a residential and quiet neighbourhood with a safe feel. The apartment actually looks better than it is photographed in the pictures online and is well equipped for a comfortable stay. Alan checked us in and was very helpful in providing us plenty of recommendations for discovering Berlin. We found that there were plenty of good quality and reasonable places to eat nearby, particularly in the Prenzlauer Berg area- we especially enjoyed Alan's recommendation of Umami, a gorgeous indochinese restaurant that serves good value food in a beautiful setting on long tables lit by paper lanterns. Overall, it was a great stay and so many thanks to Alan and Kasia.