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  • 1 bedroom

  • 1 bathroom

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Your host, Kitty, is an illustrator and this beautiful, luminescent apartment is her studio. We love how she’s transformed it into an elegant living space with more character than you can shake a paintbrush at. From her original art above the bed to her easels and paints sitting alongside an extraordinary collection of books and ornaments, this space is an art lover’s haven and a truly unique way in which to experience the city. The light here, too, is dazzling, pouring in through the floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that lead out onto a private balcony. Sit here with your morning coffee and one of the many books, and relish the tranquillity of your inner courtyard setting. With a luxurious green-tiled tub (and the bathroom's underfloor heating) to retreat to after a day of exploring Berlin by foot, this home truly offers a canvas for a blissfully relaxing time. Outside of your home, you’ve got the Prenzlauer Berg neighbourhood on your doorstep packed with independent eateries, design boutiques, bike rentals, supermarkets, public parks and cosy coffee shops. Visit Mauerpark’s Sunday flea market (a twenty-five-minute walk), check out the KulturBrauerei for hip shops and music clubs (a fifteen-minute walk) or indulge...


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What to expect


Highlights

Take a stroll through Park am Wasserturm, a five-minute walk away

Take a stroll through Park am Wasserturm, a five-minute walk away

Visit Museum Island – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – a thirty-minute stroll from your door

Visit Museum Island – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – a thirty-minute stroll from your door

Sip your morning coffee on the private balcony overlooking a peaceful courtyard

Sip your morning coffee on the private balcony overlooking a peaceful courtyard

Catch up on work at the sunny artist's desk

Catch up on work at the sunny artist's desk

Fall asleep amid a rainbow of colourful illustrations, feeling rested and ready for another day of Berlin sightseeing

Fall asleep amid a rainbow of colourful illustrations, feeling rested and ready for another day of Berlin sightseeing

Peruse the many books on the shelves

Peruse the many books on the shelves

Treat yourself to a soak in the green tiled tub after a day of exploring the city on foot

Treat yourself to a soak in the green tiled tub after a day of exploring the city on foot

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Home truths

    As this is a studio apartment, there's no separation between the living and sleeping areas

    Although there’s a lift to the first floor, you'll still need to climb a couple of steps to reach the apartment's front door

    Unfortunately, this home isn't suitable for children or infants

    The kitchen has been refurbished since the photos were taken and now offers a bit more counter space and additional drawers

    If you’re staying for a longer period, your host may ask you to water her plants

    Smoking is only allowed on the balcony

    There's an electric vehicle charging point although there's only paid street parking – we recommend skipping the car and using Berlin's public transport instead with Senefelderplatz a fourteen-minute walk away

About this stay


Amenities

Desk / workplace

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Air conditioning

Parking available

Washing machine

Bedrooms & bathrooms

1 bedroom, 1 bed

1 bathroom

Extras


VIP services

Cab booking

Daily cleaning

Luggage storage

Restaurant reservations

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Prenzlauer Berg

As Berlin’s epicentre of all things family-oriented, Prenzlauer Berg is a popular spot if you are looking for a neighbourhood with character and liveliness mixed with peaceful, tree-lined streets and pre-war buildings. Bearing associations to counterculture when it was an East Berlin district, the neighbourhood has since experienced rapid gentrification going from a gritty, un-kept neighbourhood with grey facades and empty apartments to a hipster-turned-parent mecca with a thriving health...

Explore the area

Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Try Kakigori, the Japanese shaved ice dessert

Try Kakigori, the Japanese shaved ice dessert

Organic and handmade, discover the wonderful world of Japanese desserts at Tenzan Lab.

Experience the Indochinese kitchen at Umami

Experience the Indochinese kitchen at Umami

Umami serves traditional Indochinese cuisine prepared with fresh ingredients. If you choose to sit outside, you’ll get a fantastic view on the Watertower of Prenzlauer Berg.

Browse the collection of English books at Saint Georges

Browse the collection of English books at Saint Georges

The independent bookshop is a Berlin institution and also the city's largest collection of English books. Since 2003, this place has been the darling of twin brothers, Daniel and Paul.

Check out Prenzlauer Berg's Musikbrauerei

Check out Prenzlauer Berg's Musikbrauerei

The 120-year-old Schneider Brewery is now home to Musikbrauerei, an authentic Prenzlauer Berg institution that's home to select events such as the monthly digital in Berlin Kiezsalon.

Visit the Wassertaum, one of Berlin's most charming buildings

Visit the Wassertaum, one of Berlin's most charming buildings

Completed in 1877, The Wasserturm Prenzlauer Berg is Berlin's oldest water tower – in use until 1952. Take a stroll through the surrounding park and experience this unique building.

Go for brunch with the locals at Betty'n Caty

Go for brunch with the locals at Betty'n Caty

Great menu offering plenty of delicious breakfast and lunch options. The locals love it and you'll soon know why.

Order a speciality coffee at No Fire No Glory

Order a speciality coffee at No Fire No Glory

No Fire No Glory is a great spot for coffee in the heart of Prenzlauer Berg. They also have delicious breakfast and lunch options along with cakes and pastries.

Taste Italian wines at Cantine St. Ambroeus

Taste Italian wines at Cantine St. Ambroeus

The philosophy behind Cantine St. Ambroeus is to select the best wines from Italy. Sample a few or pick up a bottle to enjoy at home.

Dig into some German heartiness at Meierei

Dig into some German heartiness at Meierei

Made to copy a Southern German Berghütte, Meierei is a must if you're in Prenzlauer Berg. Great for lunch, it's even better for breakfast. You shouldn't miss it!

Buy something at the authentic farmer's market

Buy something at the authentic farmer's market

Since 1996, Kollwitzplatz has been home to the popular eco-market that's open on Thursdays and Saturdays. You will find everything from fruits and vegetables, handicrafts to coffee.

Share plates at Simsim

Share plates at Simsim

Enjoy authentic delicacies from the Levant region. A mix of traditional and modern dishes, the Levantine eatery has something for everyone.

Indulge in Vegan Delights at Brammibal's Donuts

Indulge in Vegan Delights at Brammibal's Donuts

This charming bakery in Prenzlauer Berg offers a variety of delicious vegan donuts with interesting flavor combinations. With friendly staff and a clean, cute ambiance, it's a must-visit for food lovers.

Booking policies


House Rules

Not suitable for children under age 12

Not suitable for infants under age 1

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 14:00

Departure before 11:00

On floor 1, has a lift

Air con

Wifi speed: 56Mbps

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    24

    hours

    Cancel at least 24 hours before your check-in date for a full refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 24 hours away.

Host


This home is managed by Kitty

This home is managed directly by its owner who will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Kitty is one of those hosts that manages to put a smile on our lips instantly. Originally from Berlin, she now shares her time between other cities too as she loves to travel. She’s an illustrator, and is always thinking of new creative projects.

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