Lara's apartment is amazing. I've spent several weeks there.
There's a bus station in close walking distance with a direct connection to Zurich main station. Despite this convenience, I recommend going there by car, just for the sake of using the car elevator to the underground carpark. How cool is that?
Even the lake is in walking distance.
Lara provided me with very useful tips on how to get to her place most conveniently, don't hesitate to contact her.
The room is generously sized with a bed for two, table, chair and open wardrobe.
If you are a working professional, you will appreciate the second sink in the bathroom, allowing for a collision free morning routine. The toilet is accessible separately from the shower, so no collisions there either. The modern kitchen is well equipped. There's a washing machine and tumbler available in the basement.
While this is all fine and dandy, it's quite meaningless compared to the real star of the show: the view. The big windows in the kitchen/living room and the terrace allow for an amazing view over the lake, which is even better at night. Speaking of which: when you sit outside in one of the comfy chairs in the evening, you can watch bats fly over your head.
If you're sitting there, enjoying your stay, wondering what could possibly improve your situation, the answer is: Lara. She's a very sociable host, sharing fun stories from work or elsewhere. If you need any tips about Zurich or Switzerland in general, she will help you if she can. In my time there, I haven't regretted starting any of the conversation with her.
seven stars
Oh dear.
You've read through this entire review up until the end.
Kinda like in the movies, waiting for some spoiler, huh?
Still not convinced?
As if this place needs anything...
*drumroll*
Duuuude! There's a solar powered shower in the garden!
When you come home from jogging in the nearby forest you can take a shower right in the garden, while enjoining the Zurich panorama view.
I kid you not.
The water is even warm on sunny days.
Omg! So amazing.