Karsten's directions were very precise and we easily located the apartment which is in a surprisingly quiet area considering how central it is. Karsten was waiting at the apartment to welcome us and show us around. He took the time to sit with us and give us as many recommendations as he could for the type of things we wanted to do while in Berlin. He told of us of some great restaurants and areas that we would not have found on our own, this was an invaluable part of our experience. The apartment is just as impressive as in the photos. The high ceilings and large windows means that it feels light and airy. The raised and walled bed gives the dimension of a separate room within the studio apartment giving both privacy and cosiness. The apartment is dressed impeccably and is spotlessly clean. The kitchen and bathroom are well equipped with everything required for a comfortable stay. The neighbourhood is 2 stops on the U bahn from the main area of Mitte which is bustling with restaurants and bars. It is also walking distance to Prenzlaur Berg which has lovely cafes, parks and the famous flea markets. Berlin is a very accessible city and thanks to regular and late running U & S Bahn it would rarely ever take more than 20 minutes to reach any destination. Karsten's apartment is a beautiful haven to return to after a long day of exploring. We settled in quickly as both the apartment and our host were very welcoming and it was a shame to leave. When it did come to checking out Karsten said that we could leave later as his bookings allowed this, this meant we could spend another day enjoying the city. We would definitely stay with Karsten again and would be eager to see the design features of his other properties too.