We had a really brilliant time in Berlin, and Tom's flat is excellent - immaculately clean, spacious and well-equipped - and amazing value too. We didn't meet Tom as he was away, but he gave very helpful recommendations for good local restaurants, shops and travel links.

The only reason I'd leave off a star is that the flat is a good 15-20 minutes' walk from the more exciting end of Prenzlauer Berg (and Schonhauser Allee station). This does mean it's lovely and quiet, though, and if you rented a bicycle you'd have no problem.

The best local experience I'd recommend was the Mauerpark fleamarket on Sunday, which is easily walkable from the flat. As well as the enormous market there's the karaoke at 3pm, which was hilarious viewing and perfect for a sunny afternoon (closed over winter, though).

Overall a fantastic stay - highly recommended.