We loved staying at V's spacious apartment. V was very welcoming, orientating us and kindly offering us the use of her pram and toys for the kids for the duration of our stay.
The apartment is even better than the pictures- very bright, clean, warm, spacious, great outdoor area for the kids, comfortable beds and block out blinds a well appreciated feature. Kitchen equipped with necessary basics.
Location great for the area- along the canal, 2 min walk to supermarket, 5-10 min walk to train station, and near plenty of parks.
Unfortunately there was no washing machine available (previous one broken). This was a real inconvenience for a family with 3 children and I was disappointed V was not able to supply us with one within the 10 days of our stay.
I agree with other reviews- lighting is a little poor, although the dishwasher worked fine for me.
There is also exposed power cords and open power points which is a safety concern for young children.
Apart from these, we would definitely choose to stay at V's apartment if we returned to Berlin and highly recommend it for people wishing to stay in the area.