We visited Athens from Edinburgh on a professional trip. Since I come from Athens I was the one who got to organise the accommodation for my three colleagues. We were participating in Athens Science Festival, so Rich's flat was a great option for us since it was so close to Technopolis-the venue of ASF.
My colleagues stayed in the flat for a week!
Rich was very friendly and easy to communicate before, during and after their stay.
Before the arrival he provided us with useful information and tips.
He was so kind that he left in his flat a welcome gift of drinks, fruit and breakfast, that made my colleagues' stay very pleasant.
Although we didn't meet him in person (he was away on a professional trip,too) he was helpful and always available to reach by phone or email and.
Our arrival time was at a quite unsocial hour, around midnight, and our departure time quite late in the evening. Rich was happy to help and accommodate our needs. Not only he was happy with my colleagues leaving his flat late on their last day, but he also went the extra mile by passing the keys of his flat to my father, who we were going to meet once we arrived in Athens. This was super helpful, because it meant that we wouldn't have to worry about locating the keys in the middle of the night whilst tired. Rich also showed my father around the flat!
So, extra credit given to him for being so kind and willing to make my colleagues' stay so pleasant!
My father, who had the chance to meet the host in person said that he's a very cool, friendly and kind guy.
I accompanied my colleagues to the flat, so I can testify that it's as described and looks even nicer than the photos. It was spacious, clean and tidy and the kitchen was well equipped.
The neighbourhood is quite and calm, although only a couple of minutes, on foot, away from fuzz and buzz of Gazi's nightlife.
Within just 3min you are on the main square of Gazi where you can find lots of nice cafes,bars and restaurants and one of the most central metro stations (keramikos).
Within about 15min you can find yourself through Ermou's south pedestrian walk in Thisio, the historical centre of Athens.
My colleagues were quite happy with their stay. They enjoyed both the flat and the city.
We all highly recommend Rich's apartment to other travellers that want to meet with Athens!
Thanks Rich!