Loved staying here. The flat is newly renovated, airy and spacious. It's on Teutoburger Platz in a lovely residential neighborhood just a few minutes' walk from the more lively Schönhauser Allee and Torstraße. Plenty of restaurants, cafes, and cute shops, and an architecture museum right next door to Stefan's flat. Easy access to public transportation nearby at Senefelderplatz, Rosenthaler Platz, and Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz.

Stefan was a gracious host, very responsive to questions even though he was halfway around the world. He also kindly sent a detailed list of restaurant recommendations, places to visit, etc. to help me make the most of my trip, which I really appreciated.

The common areas of the building were in the midst of renovation and the elevator wasn't operational when I stayed here, but I assume that's a temporary thing. The flat is on the fourth floor, though, so if stairs are a problem for you, you might check with Stefan about it before booking.