This was our second visit in Kika's apartment and was just as great as the first. The place was all ready for us when we arrived and her caretaker was there to meet us and give us the keys even though we arrived about 15 minutes late. This time we had a car with us and we were able to use her gated parking space under the building to ensure the safety of our rental car. This was a real benefit.

The apartment worked great for two couples and was in an excellent location on the west end of the Gazi district. It is a short walk to the Karameikos metro stop which can get you easily to all of the important stops in Athens.

The apartment itself is very spacious with great views of Athens and the Acropolis (which is really cool lit up at night) which you can see from her balcony. The AC is new but worked great. We didn't need it for our first visit at the beginning of June but it certainly was appreciated at the end of June when the temperatures and humidity were much higher.

Within walking distance is a very nice Gregory's bakery and a market that will satisfy all your needs. Also, there is a great proprietor at the market, Anna, who speaks excellent English, having been born and lived her first 6 years on Long Island, New York. Ask for her, she is extremely helpful, friendly and speaks great English.

All in all, if you are looking for a great place in a great location, off the typical tourist track, this is it. It can easily accommodate three couples or two couples with an extra bedroom for children.