I'm actually from Berlin but did rent the flat cause I had a friend staying over which I only see very rarely. Hence wanted to make it a bit special. So I actually know the area around (it's nice!). Still I got recommended two new places close by which I did not know before and really liked. The flat itself is splendid. It's everything you could wish from a typical Berliner Altbau and then some. It's also exceptionally quiet. Which is nice if you care for this (I happen to do). Did I mention that my favorite drink happened to be in the fridge when I arrived. I mentioned it during chit chat before arrival in another context. (It's a bit hard to come by). Now, I would not assume that's going to happen to you nor would I ever ask for this. But still. This was such a sweet surprise. Thanks a lot!