At first it felt like I was pretty far from central Berlin, but then I realised the apartment is a 5 minute walk to a tram stop and it takes less than 10 minutes to be in the heart of the tourist attractions within Berlin. It's also surrounded by cafes and restaurants to eat at all pretty reasonably priced. The apartment itself is just as described a very cosy space that was immaculate. One of the best apartments I've stayed in across Europe. Although I never met Barbara she was an amazing communicator and even researched what train I was arriving in on and which stop to get off at and which connection to make. She's a great host and went out of her way to let me back in the apartment after I left my passport behind on check out day. Thank you Barbara I'm sure I will be back