Melina's apartment is perfect as a base to explore Athens. Some factors that I really like are:
Location - it is just across the road from the suburban rail station and very near the metro. There is also a bus stop near the entrance of the apartment. All in all a very convenient location.
Neighbourhood - the little neighbourhood include a Greek church, restaurants, pharmacies and two supermarkets. It is very convenient for us to get the basic necessities.
Home amenities - A fully stocked kitchen with pots, pan, utensils and cutlery made it easy to prepare some meals ourselves. Two balconies give lovely views of the cities and are convenient for drying clothes in the sun that we washed in the washing machine. The apartment is really huge and there is just the sense of spaciousness.
Home decoration - the colour scheme of the walls, the white linen curtains, the balcony view, seashell decorations and whimsical gadgets add to the charm and really gives one a feeling of being on a Greek vacation with sunshine and breeze.
Hospitality - Melina responded really quickly to messages. Melina's father was waiting for us at the apartment, and he was very helpful in highlighting the attractions such as the Acropolis, museums, restaurants, etc and how to get there. Melina even compiled a folder with all the information on places that touritsts would want to go!
I am throughly impressed by Melina's commendable efforts. To other users considering a place to stay in Athens, I highly recommend Melina's place.