Vacation Rentals by Owner

The BEST vacation home I've EVER stayed!!!!

Guest: Jessica (Mountain View)
Date of Stay: 09/06/11 Review Submitted: 09/26/11

This place was just so BEYOND our expectations it blew our minds. My husband and I stayed in one of their condos in the same complex - I've never seen such a clean and beautiful vacation home. Grace gave us a warm welcome and explained everything when we first walked in. This is after we came from traveling in Copenhagen and Stockholm. We were starting to get tired of staying in small European hotel rooms and when we walked into this place, we were like,, now THIS is a vacation. We actually liked staying in this place better than going out. :-) We were so well-rested in Berlin, I feel like out of the seven places we visited during our trip, I love this place the most. Grace and Stefan are amazing hosts. I recommend this place to anyone with big TEN stars. Thank you for making our honeymoon so memorable!!!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Amazing play to stay in Berlin

Guest: KristyJ (Military stationed in Italy)
Date of Stay: 06/16/11 Review Submitted: 06/25/11

My husband and I stayed in the Capri studio for a week. It was perfect for us. It's really close to the supermarket and plenty of bars and places to eat. The balcony overlooking the park was quite relaxing. The huge window view inside the apartment made for relaxing meals in.The public transportation is 5 min walking distance from the apartment. Stefan and his wife Grace were amazingly helpful. He was there when we got in (very late at night) and since our flight our didn't leave until later in the day his wife offered to watch our bags in her home while we finished sightseeing. If we ever get the chance to return to Berlin we will definitely stay in one of Stefan's apartments.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great place to stay (grande suite with 1 bedroom)

Guest: KK (United States)
Date of Stay: 10/26/10 Review Submitted: 11/11/10

This was a fantastic location. Easy access via transportation or walking to many sites. Grocery and laundry close by as well as several small resturants, a pharmacy and other small retailers. The pictures/photos were very accurate. The apartment was spotless and well appointed. The balcony overlooked a nice park and we enjoyed the sound of the children at the pre-school next door. (Only when the windows were open). We really felt like we were a part of the neighborhood. Stefen was very helpful and was accessible as needed. We would reccomend this apartment to friends and family with no reservations. Tom and Katherine

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Parkview Sepia

Guest: Pam (Scottsdale, Arizona, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/15/10 Review Submitted: 10/13/10

Parkview Sepia was a great fit for my first visit to Berlin. The property was spotless, the view of the park relaxing, and proximity to Rosenthaler Platz U Bahn, grocery store, ATM, and laundromat - all just a few minutes walk down the hill- were ideal. Stefan was very accessible and helpful. The description and photos were accurate. Without hesitation I would recommend this property for one or two individuals - the area is safe and the flat very quiet except when the children are enjoying the playground in the park. A week in Berlin at Parkview Sepia was the perfect start to my month in Germany.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing.

Wonderful stay

Guest: H Charles (Portland, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 05/18/10 Review Submitted: 06/12/10

We three adult family members stayed in the Grand Suite. It was great, with the living room usable as the bedroom for the third member. A small balcony overlooking the park is great on nice evenings. The kitchen and bathroom were both very nice. Stefan was very helpful and attentive. The location is very good for the "eastern" hub of the city. It is within a comfortable walk of Museum Insel or Alexanderplatz, for a walker. Also the Rosenthalerplatz U-Bahn station is very close and a streetcar runs just next to the building. The building is in a nice neighborhood with the park and restaurants close by.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

This is the Place to Stay

Guest: Bumblebee23 (Pasadena, CA USA)
Date of Stay: 03/19/10 Review Submitted: 04/05/10

I wanted to try to stay in an apartment rather than a hotel for our 8 days in Berlin and this was a Great Choice! It is a nice neighborhood and the studio was quiet, no neighbor, park or street noise. Just the sound of chirping birds and church bells ringing. The park view is great and you can also see the TV tower off in the distance from the balcony. The Heating unit in the apartment worked fine and Wifi was Great! The kitchen is fully equipped and came in handy some days. Stefan was really accommodating and helpful before our arrival and during our stay. I really loved having more room and privacy in this studio apartment than stay in a stuffy hotel for a week. My boyfriend was not sure about staying in the apartment at first, but at the end of our stay, he admitted it was a Great idea. If you like to walk, walking to the center of Berlin is pretty easy. But the Ubhan is easy to figure out and ride on. The Berlin Welcome card is a really great value. Also, try renting Bikes! It's a very bike friendly city. In summary, I will stay at these apartments again, and recommend them for anyone. I felt safe and welcome in Berlin.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Property

Guest: Janice (Indiana)
Date of Stay: 12/22/09 Review Submitted: 12/02/10

We spent a week in the one bedroom apartment and enjoyed every minute. It was quiet, well equipped, and clean. The property is located near all major public transportation and there are two large grocery stores within walking distance - one uphill and one downhill. Stefan is a very accommodating host; he even arranged for our taxi back to Tegel at the end of our stay. I highly recommend this property to anyone visiting Berlin; it is a great value for the money!

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: carol mcilroy (kansas city, mo)
Date of Stay: 12/02/09 Review Submitted: 12/02/09

The studio was perfect in every way. The view was great and the location was just right. There were several grocery stores near by and had all we needed to prepare meals. Nola's in the park had excellent meals. Our host was very helpful at the apartment and saw to all our needs-we would stay there again.

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Guest: Yvonne9 (Ottawa, Ont. Canada)
Date of Stay: 11/07/09 Review Submitted: 11/06/09

My husband and I spent a fabulous week in Berlin during Oct. 2009. What an incredible City so much to do and see. One week not enough we plan to return in the not too distant future. When we do go back to Berlin we will stay at the Parkview Apartments again. Location is perfect. Not too far from the airport and main train station and the underground. Just around the corner grocery stores restaurants, everything that you require. Thank you Stephan for your prompt reply to our e-mails, your welcome when we arrived and the loan of the travel guides and all the info you provided, it was so helpful for getting us started with our visit to Berlin. The apartment was great, so quiet and the most comfortable bed we have slept in for a long time. We would recommend Berlin and the Parkview Apartment to anyone. Keep up the good work Stephan hope to meet again soon.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/31/09 Review Submitted: 10/31/09

We stayed in this very comfortable apartment for two weeks in July of 2009. The owner, Stefan, is fluent in English and helped us settle in comfortably. The apartment is very roomy with good sized kitchen and bathroom. There are two large grocery stores near by (closed on Sundays) and many cozy restaurants in the immediate neighborhood. The access to transportation was great with buses, trams, and the U-Bahn all within a few hundred yards (meters). We found that we could easily walk to Museum Island and the shops along the way were a delight (be sure stop in "Who Killed Bambi"). The apartment's bedroom is facing a large inner courtyard so street noise was never a problem. This is where we will stay the next time we go to Berlin.

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Guest: Laurie B. (Winnipeg, Manitoba)
Date of Stay: 08/28/09 Review Submitted: 08/28/09

Great studio apartment - really enjoyed the amenities of having a kitchen and balcony overlooking the beautiful park. Even though Berlin was in the middle of a heat wave, the apartment was pleasantly cool at night - no need for air conditioning. Stefan was very helpful, and we loved Berlin. Definitely would recommend this condo.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/23/09 Review Submitted: 08/23/09

Mornings and evenings on a balcony overlooking beautiful, peaceful Weinsbergspark used by all ages. The energy and ambiance of the Kastien-allee neighborhood of outdoor cafés (open to 24:00), shops and businesses serving the needs young families and travelers. The atmosphere of historic buildings in renovation. The convenience of trams and U-bahn directly to Museum Island, Friedrichstrasse, Alexanderplatz and beyond. A very comfortable apartment with a completely furnished kitchen for meal preparation and enjoyment after a full day of sightseeing. And a very accessible apartment owner/manager in Stefan Hiller. We’ll be back.

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Guest: SharonSmith (Altanta, Georgia, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/13/09 Review Submitted: 07/13/09

I had a wonderful experience in the Sepia Suite Studio. I stayed for 4 nights in July 2009. The location was great -- close to the metro and a walk up the hill to Prenzlauer Berg. Stefan was wonderful -- he pointed me in the direction of the closest internet cafe (I don't travel with a laptop), helped my buy the correct Welcome Card, and arranged for my taxi to the airport upon departure. Nola's (in the park next to the apartment) was great for dinner.

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Guest: nelly rowland (toronto ontario)
Date of Stay: 07/03/09 Review Submitted: 07/03/09

Condo was bright,very comfortable, stores close, walking distance to many different restaurants the area was exciting we walked everywhere people very friendly and helpful. we recommend this property to all. Owner was very accommodating. loved the city... great time

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Guest: Scott & Carolyn (Edmonton, Canada) (Edmonton, Alberta, Canada)
Date of Stay: 04/11/09 Review Submitted: 04/11/09

This apartment is perfectly situated in close walking distance to all the major sites. We found the apartment well stocked, the host helpful, and most of all we found that we could walk to all of the major sites and the grocery market was just a few blocks away. Would recommend this studio apartment to other couples.

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Guest: TeresaM (Houston, TX, USA)
Date of Stay: 03/22/09 Review Submitted: 03/22/09

Our week-long stay in Berlin was comfortable and affordable due to this fantastic studio apartment. The owner was most hospitable, making himself available for all of our needs, including arranging a taxi for the early morning of our departure! The kitchen had everything required for our breakfast and dinner meals, which saved us a bunch! The grocery store was a few blocks away, a bakery on the corner, a drug store across the street, the U-Bahn Rosenthal Platz right around the corner! The location is in Mitte and within minutes of most of the sights. We found we could get just about anywhere in the city in 10-20 minutes easily. There was plenty of hot water, the apartment was clean, and we would have really enjoyed the balcony in warmer weather. If you have a child, there is a fantastic playground just outside the building, but we never had issues with noise in the morning or evening. I recommend this place to anyone who is going to Berlin - for days or weeks! Thank you, Stefan!

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Guest: Jill30 (NYC)
Date of Stay: 01/25/09 Review Submitted: 01/25/09

This was my first trip to Berlin. I was part of a study abroad program. I wanted to live like a Berliner to enjoy the true culture of the local residents versus a hotel-trapped tourist. Stefan welcomed me with a pre-warmed apartment to make sure I was warm upon my arrival. I spent my first afternoon in this lovely loft looking out my window watching children in festive winter clothes sleighing down a snow-white hill on wooden sleighs, in a park, with Alexanderplatz's famous radio tower in the background...a few minutes walk away. It gets better from there for the next ten days. Come and discover it for yourself. I took Stefan's suggestion and ate at Nola's...yum and I discovered Hans and Crystel at Weinwirtschaft 28 for a romantic delicious home-cooked meal and Marrakech for made to order falafels or doners (gyros)...all a few steps from your front door. I look forward to many returns to Berlin and join Berliners to enjoy the park, outside my window, in the spring, summer and fall. Stefan was a most considerate host that truly set the mood for my wonderful Berlin visit.

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Guest: Karen and Kerry (Severna Park, Maryland USA)
Date of Stay: 11/16/08 Review Submitted: 11/16/08

We stayed here for one week in November and could not have been happier. The owner was extremely accessible via e-mail when I made the reservation and/or had any questions. All information regarding our stay was given to us prior (i.e.local transportation, grocery shopping etc) and was spot on. Grocery stores, wine shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants all within very close walking distances. The wifi in the apt. was great! The apartment was clean, comfortable and best of all VERY QUIET! We loved our stay and are looking towards a future visit in this flat or one of the owner's others. Also - this was our first time staying in an apt. rather than a hotel. I never want to travel any other way in the future.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/14/08 Review Submitted: 11/14/08

Stayed for a week in late Oct. 08. Great rental, very convenient, Easy access to U Bahn (U8), Tram out front. 3 good grocery stores nearby. Quiet, off main street. Good Family, neighborhood. Would go again.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/11/08 Review Submitted: 11/11/08

My wife and I recently had the pleasure of staying here. The apartment was bright, clean, safe and very comfortable. The apartment was fully stocked with absolutely everything necessary living up to and surpassing the description and images shown in the listing. Upon arrival, we were met by a friendly representative that walked us through all features and amenities of the apartment, the building and the immediate neighbourhood. The apartment is very well situated in the east of Berlin close to major subway stations, streetcar and bus routes. Excellent cafés and grocery stores (including a 24 hr Kaiser) are all just minutes away (seconds in some cases!). The proprietor promptly responded to questions and provided a wealth of information during the inquiry period of our booking. We highly recommend this apartment for singles or couples. Families should inquire about the proprietor's larger, 1 bedroom apartment located in the same building.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/11/08 Review Submitted: 10/11/08

We stayed for a week in early September and thoroughly enjoyed it. The apartment is new, light and airy with tasteful and minimal decor. It is very convenient, close to the fantastic Berlin transportation system and other amenities. As you normally go to the u Bahn left of the building, be sure to walk in the other direction and you will find a delightful neighborhood with interesting restaurants, shops etc. Unfortunately, for us, we discovered this area only on our last day. We loved Berlin. It is easy to get around and is a lively, vibrant city full of history, beautiful architecture and culture. When we return we are planning to rent from Stefan again.

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Guest: ivan and jana (nova scotia, canada)
Date of Stay: 10/09/08 Review Submitted: 10/09/08

The studio is in a very advantageous location - close to city center and opening on a park, away from street. It is very nicely furnished and well maintained. Highly recommended.

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Guest: Haley2 (Newark, NJ)
Date of Stay: 07/16/08 Review Submitted: 07/16/08

We had a wonderful stay at this centrally located apartment. It was very convenient to eating, shopping, public transportation and lots of parks! The bed was very comfortable and the apartment had great views of the park and lots of people watching.

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Guest: Veruschka (Rego Park, NY)
Date of Stay: 02/26/08 Review Submitted: 02/26/08

My husband Kevin and I stayed in this apartment for a week when we were Berlin this January (2008), and we had a fantastic stay here. This apartment is in a great location--right around the corner from the subway, and minutes from Alexanderplatz, Museum Island, and many other sites. It is also walking distance from a couple of supermarkets (Kaiser is fantastic!), the laundrymat, and right across the street from a nice park with a good restaurant. The cafe downstairs, Cafe Melz has great food, and the staff there is very friendly. The only down side was that there was no WI-FI, so we had to check our email at an internet cafe, but even that was not a big deal. And I see from the new description of the apartment that WI-FI is now available--so this is not an issue anymore. I would highly recommend this apartment, and when I return to Berlin, I intend to once again stay at this fabulous apartment!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/08/07 Review Submitted: 08/08/07

I spent a month at this apartment and highly recommend it for short or long stays in Berlin. It is within easy walking or public transit distance Hackescher Markt, Nordbahnhof,and Alexanderplatz, so it is easy to get everywhere. The apartment is pretty and comfortable, with a great view. "Extra" on Invalidenstrasse provides the best goceries; there are lots of cafes and restauants in the area, including a very friendly one that is part of the complex (Cafe Malz). Can't wait to stay there again!

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Guest: Stephen3 (Munich)
Date of Stay: 06/05/07 Review Submitted: 06/05/07

Great apartment in the centre of Berlin (Mitte) Ideal for a couple. A few minutes walk to the U8 (Rosenthaler Platz) and a short bus ride to Berlin Hauptbahnhof (main train station). There are some decent bars, restaurants and cafes in walking distance of the apartment. I would highly recommend it as an alternative to a hotel if staying for a few days in Berlin

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