Machteld was great at answering questions and giving clear directions to finding her home. She welcomed us warmly, despite our lateness in arriving. The apartment is spectacular; despite the photos, the room is even lovelier than it appears-high ceilings, light with a view of the back garden and access to a small private terrace, spacious and beautiful. The shower room is huge, and the shower, double sink, long bench beautiful. In the suite are lovely delft patterned dishes, everything one could need for cooking (and more), and even a beautiful little tea pot. The beds are electric-and so comfortable we slept deeply. The apartment's location is lovely-within easy walking distance of both the Central station and the Markethall, the Erasmus bridge and Museums, and much more that makes Rotterdam such a beautful city. Machteld has magazines, a tv, advice and listings for many of the attractions to explore, and gives help with recommended restaurants and city attractions. Her breakfasts are just scrumptious, plentiful and varied. She accomodated my husband's avoidance of red meats graciously. She loves her city, and is a great host with a beautifully decorated mansion. I wish we could have stayed a week, and we hope to return.