Our stay at Mike's apartment was outstanding. Great communication from the outset (including directions from the seaport which is where we arrived). The check-in was so simple. We were met by Vasily (a colleague of Mike's) who met us on the street and escorted us up to the apartment on the fourth floor. There is a lift so it is easy with bags etc. Vasily showed us around the apartment and then took us on a tour around the immediate neighbourhood (about 20mins in total). In such a small amount of time, he showed us so much and the advice of a local is priceless! We all of a sudden were in the know regarding the best spots for Felafels, lukamades (dessert - amazing little doughnut balls with your choice of filling and toppings), restaurants, bars, supermarkets, shopping, public squares etc. He even gave us advice on how best to get to the Acropolis from the apartment (which is a simple 20 min walk to the top if you go the most direct way). The apartment itself is large and fully renovated. Bed is very comfortable, kitchenette has everything you need and Mike even left some goodies in the fridge for us (breakfast, juice, milk etc). Nespresso machine was an awesome way to start the day and very welcome from our point of view.
The bathroom is small but functional and very clean. Water pressure was excellent and no problem with hot water. Wifi was strong and fast.
Checkout was simple and Mike even helped arrange a taxi for us from the apartment to the airport via a taxi-driver friend (Christos) who was super friendly. Trip to a/p was about 40 Euro and took about 45-50mins. In our opinion, it was far preferable to the train...
All in all, Athens is a fantastic place to visit and the apartment is in the absolute BEST neighbourhood. So much to do and genuinely spoilt for choice when it comes to good food, drinks and quaint streets. We would absolutely stay here again!