Ronald was a very responsive host and answered email questions quickly. The apartment is located on a picturesque corner of a charming street, just a (very) short walk to the canal. We enjoyed being in a "real neighborhood" rather than a tourist area full of hotels. Although guests share an entry hall with the host, we never crossed paths and found we had as much privacy as if the space was a separate apartment. Having an elevator available was very helpful, especially when checking in with heavy bags. A great first visit to Amsterdam!