The appartment has a nice layout. When you come in, you see on the left a staircase up to the toilet, in front a staircase down to the kitchen/shower and right is the spacious livingroom on the same floor. We cooked a meal once, but the kitchen is small but a simple meal can be prepared. The shower is in the kitchen, as well as the sink and the washingmachine. It worked all fine. The neighbourhood is quiet and safe. Alex charges no cleaningcosts, he asked us to clean it a bit up, just as we found it. The appartment is clean-ish, but not spotless. The location was perfect for us, everything we wanted to see in walking distance. Public transport is also nearby. Our contact with Alex was very good, he answers very quickly and friendly. We've had a great time in Berlin, thanks Alex!