Derek's place is all he describes and more. He clearly has gone out of the way to make his space a cut above. It was spotlessly clean, comfortable, and safe. Having a combo locked door on the courtyard entrance gave an extra feeling of safety. Having said that, the neighborhood is wonderful and we walked miles and miles without ever feeling unsafe. The special touches were appreciated: a Britta pitcher in the fridge, a Keurig AND a Nescafe with pods, cream and sugar, all the toiletries you might have forgotten, beautiful fluffy towels, a full kitchen with all the utensils, and a wonderful location within walking distance of great food, music and culture makes this a great place to stay! Derek communicated quickly and was there to greet us when we checked in, but checking in without him there is a breeze if needed. Thanks again, Derek!