Vlad and Kristina’s apartment is probably the nicest Airbnb I’ve stayed in (and my friends agreed). Really lovely - super spacious (there were three of us but would have been more than enough room with more), seems newly renovated and well decorated, homely and very warm, which was important as we were visiting in February! Beds are big and comfy and we didn’t cook but the kitchen is well-equipped.
It’s right next to the U-Bahn station so very very easy to get around and the area itself is cool, lots of good bars and restaurants a short walk away, right by the river and the East Side Gallery is just on the other side of the bridge.
All communication was good. The only thing I’d note is to make sure you read through the check in info in advance and check on a map where the key pick up place is, as we hadn’t realised it was a bit of a walk from the apartment and we ended up walking back and forth with heavy bags. But no complaints, we had a fab trip and this was the perfect base. Thanks both!