At first, I simply did not "get it" that I was going to have the place to myself ... that the Hosts would not be staying in the flat (the apartment) while I was there.
On one level, it would have been nice to spend more time with them, and on the other hand, the privacy was a bonus.
These two are just great folks. They even went so far as to meet me at the bus station.
It is an easy commute to Old Town on the tram (#6 or #11). I walked it a couple of times - no big deal.
There is a supermarket about 1 1/2 blocks away, and a pharmacy nearby.
There is a very good Latvian cuisine, 24 hr. restaurant next door. I gained weight eating in that place.
The apartment itself is large, clean, and comfortable, with a wonderful bathtub, full kitchen, and a very comfy double bed.
You absolutely cannot go wrong here.
HEADS UP: You must climb 72 steps to get to the apartment (no elevator).