I chose this flat because it is actually a home that is owner occupied and so has everything a normal home had--a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator and stove/oven with all the needed pots, pans, knives, flatware, glasses, mugs, plates, bowls, etc.; a full-sized bathroom; a washing machine; a living room and a dining room; a generously sized bedroom; excellent internet and an elevator to take me up after a long day at school.
All of these qualities were important to me because I lived there for one month while taking an intensive study course about a ten minute walk toward the city center. I wanted to be comfortable in the flat while I spent my spare time studying on evenings and weekends. As compared with a recent stay in Seattle where the kitchen was equipped only for eating take-out food, this flat had everything I needed for an extended stay.
The location of this flat is centrally located in the Exarchia neighborhood. This neighborhood has a vitality to it that may not suit those who are looking for a quiet place to stay. On the other hand, it has all of the local amenities needed and then some--restaurants, bars, cafes, sandwich shops, bakeries, pharmacies, grocery and specialty food stores, printing shops and other retail shops. And lots of young people (with a few older residents) taking advantage of it all!
I felt very at home there and I took advantage of the various neighborhood amenities listed above, including the printing shop. The people working the shops and restaurants are friendly and happy to see you return.
I highly recommend this flat and Nikos is a great, responsive host.