Our arrival was dependent on those who drove us to Zurich, and we are grateful to Chris and Mairie (not sure how to spell her name) for being flexible to receive us on arrival. Texting and calls were needed and Chris responded very promptly. We were greeted by Mairie, who spotted us easily out front, and handed off the keys with all needed instructions. Up we jetted on the speediest elevator ever, to our room, while Marie ran up the 5 floors at the same time! Hosts at the ready! The view is slightly altered by a very big crane perched in the river, I guess temporarily, but it was fine. The views night were delightful, with the reflections on the water, and the lights on the beautiful buildings. We could still see the enormous clock of St. Peter's. Better, we loved hearing the pealing bells from its tower on the hour, 7 am to 7pm. The other sounds we loved were of happy people on the promenade and at cafes on the evenings, and the swish of the water as the bateau turned in the river to make its stop very near our building, every hour or so. We could tell without looking at a clock what time it was by the bells or the boats. WE LOVED THE LOCATION!!!! Handy refrigerator for our yogurt and fruit, speedy electric water pot for tea, good water pressure for showers and hand laundry. It was perfect as a pied a terre, just what we wanted and needed and were glad to have for our three nights in Zurich. Oh, the eateries around the corner couldn't have been handier or more plentiful. Thanks, Chris! Oh, yes, thanks for coming by on your Vespa to say so long! Delightful last impression!