Mike was an amazing host!

He was able to accommodate us earlier than planned due to a change in our flights - he was there at the apartment ready to receive us after a 11h flight.

He was thoughtful enough to leave milk, orange juice and a bottle of wine in the refrigerator. A small gesture, but that shows that he's worried his guests.

Furthermore, when we had some issues with one of the sliding doors of the apartment, Mike promptly apologized and sent someone over to have a look at it - exactly what you'd want in case an issue came up at a place you were staying. Last, I emailed Mike the day before we left to ask him how to book a cab to the airport and he promptly offered to do it for us. Again, simple gesture that helped us so much (I had no idea how I was going to book a large cab early in the morning!).

Now the apartment... the place is great! You can still smell the fresh paint on the wall as everything in there is brand new (the place was recently renovated). Its amazing what was done with the apartment, very well decorated (my architect girlfriend adored it!).

The apartment has two large rooms, each with its own bathroom. In the middle of the apartment, you have a large and well equipped kitchen - perfect for breakfast and for late night snacks.

The neighbourhood is very good - a few blocks away from the subway, a bakery right across the street and several small markets just around the corner. No need to wonder around the city for grocery or things for breakfast.

All and all, I'd definitely recommend this apartment and would vouch for other places Mike has listed here.