Lena is a friendly, welcoming host. The apartment is in a great area, near to the underground station and loads of nice cafes, restaurants, markets, parks to explore. I recommend walking along the Landwehr Canal, Victoriapark, Markthalle Neun (Thursdays), restaurants Cocolo Ramen, Umami, Peter Schlemihl, Chicha (Peruvian), Kaffeebar, Restaurant Bastard and Hallesches Haus for great breakfasts... almost every one in walking distance!