The Gold Alley apartment was exactly as described - small but comfortable, quaint and quiet. It is in a perfect location for seeing most of the city. Y and Mimi were very welcoming and helpful both before our arrival and when we finally made it to the apartment. The apartment has everything you need to cook meals, including complimentary coffee. Grocery stores (large and specialty, such as a vegan market) are close by. Restaurants, cafes, coffee houses and bars are plentiful in the area. The bedroom is on the top floor, and is quiet considering the apartment is in the heart of the city. The apartment is also convenient to the central train station (10 minutes walk) and most of the tram and bus lines. It is lovely to have a meal at the dining table and view the activity of the street below. Access to and through the apartment is via a small spiral stair, so it is best if you have smaller luggage. The wi-fi, heat, television and water worked perfectly. Communication with Y via message and SMS was seamless during our stay. We would definitely recommend the Gold Alley Apartment and will try to stay there again if we return to Amsterdam.