Simone was a great host and very flexible. The flat was clean and in a relatively convenient location. Upon entering the first flat that I had booked I noticed a faint smell of either old cigarette smoke (although this is unlikely, as smoking is prohibited in the flat), maybe mold, or perhaps the smell of the bleach with which the bed sheets may have been washed. I ignored it at first, but after two nights it became too much, especially since the flat’s main window opened up directly towards train tracks and it was not possible to keep the windows open all night because of the noise. As a result, I asked Simone if I could switch to another apartment, which he kindly made happen. However I did have to pay an extra €40 cleaning fee.
The second apartment was on the first floor with the window facing the courtyard, which was much nicer. However, I had somehow made the mistake of booking only until Saturday and I needed the flat until Sunday. Simone again kindly agreed for me to stay in the flat an extra night, but for €40 instead of the original price. Apparently it was not possible to do the transaction online, so I had to get €80 in cash, which was a bit difficult with not many cash machines around. But all in all it was a good trip and I am very grateful to Simone for his flexibility, assistance and hospitality.