Great location to the train station with local supermarkets for food and cafe's and the walk along the rail bridge is cool. About 6-7 stops on the train for the main tourist destinations, and because 4 train lines run on this section of rail the trains run frequently. If you are only getting to the main locations like Station Hackescher Markt and then walking you are better buying a single trip or family pass not the tourist pass which is much more expensive. Something to be aware of if you are travelling on Sundays the main shops may be closed and the supermarket was closed by 6:30 (not sure if it was open earlier). The home is on the second floor so only two flights of steps. We travelled by car, we easily double parked to unload and load the car as the street is wide but quiet. Jean is absolutely lovely, this is the family's home between Airbnb rentals and he is very respectful of the guests (he had to pop in and pick up his daughters school bag) so it is not awkward. This home is fantastic value for money.