I couldn't have asked for a better stay in Sydney.

After having had my own flat in the city for nearly 2 years, it was a bit of a change to go the Airbnb route again. However, Mark made the process so incredibly easy (and friendly), so much that it felt like I was simply returning home.

The flat is in a super convenient (and quickly gentrifying) part of the cool Surry Hills neighborhood. It's close to heaps of cafés (go see my friends at Paddock on Crown) and tasty restaurants. Not to mention, it's a short walk from Central Station and right alongside all the action on Crown Street. Honestly, perfect spot!

It's a simple studio. Great for one person, but probably not idea for more than two. It's got everything you need to make you feel like a local. And if there's anything missing (which there's not), Mark's always there to help make everything right! And if you're traveling in the summer months, just be ready to celebrate the fact that this flat has great air con (seriously, it was my savior during this hot, hot and relatively humid summer!).

I started my trip with a lovely lunch at a local Waterloo cafe with Mark. I ended my trip with a quick coffee with Mark (at Paddock on Crown, obviously). I only say this because one of the joys of Airbnb is the friendships you can create through it. I'm so glad to have had the opportunity to get to know Mark - and I can sincerely say that I look forward to seeing him again, whether it be in Sydney or elsewhere around the world. That's really what the Airbnb community is all about.

I can't say enough good things about my stay. I only wish Mark's flat wasn't booked up so much (so I could actually re-book for my next trip!). Would definitely stay there again, no questions asked.

Thank you, Mark...for everything! Fabulous trip to Sydney - and 6 weeks that went by way too quickly!