Available from 5th January to approximately 31st March

Hi, we are looking for a tenant to share our home with in this period of time only. Our main room will be yours to use, and you will otherwise have the rest of the flat largely to yourself, except when we are here.

A little about us

We are a couple who both work in the creative field and are artists in our own right. Our home reflects that: you will find our paintings and collages on the walls, our surfboards in the salon, and a collection of vinyl records, creative books and novels throughout the flat. Outside of work, we love photography, good food, going to cultural events, meeting friends and family, staying active and travelling. We want someone who will appreciate and respect our space, and our neighbors as much as we do.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a tenant who is in stable employment and can provide the following documents: an employment contract (Arbeitsvertrag), a Schufa credit report and personal liability insurance (Haftpflichtversicherung). We are also looking for someone who is clean, responsible and respectful. This is a quiet home, not a party flat. Please note that this is a temporary, shared let for the dates above only, and we will only consider serious applicants who have read the house rules below.

The flat

Our flat has classic Berlin Altbau charm, with impressively high ceilings and beautiful original parquet floors. Large windows fill the rooms with natural light, making them spacious and warm. The salon is a particular favourite of ours.

As we live here ourselves, the flat is fully furnished, equipped and lovingly decorated, far from a sterile rental. You will find everything you need to feel at home, from a well-equipped kitchen to a cosy reading corner.

Please note that the photos show only the areas of the flat that will be available to you during your stay.

The neighbourhood

Bergmannkiez and Viktoriapark are two of the prettiest and safest spots in Kreuzberg. You will be right in the heart of things, yet it is peaceful once you close the door.

Everything you need is on your doorstep: supermarkets, Spätis, cafés, restaurants, a pharmacy, gyms and some shopping. Bergmannstraße is just steps away, with the Marheineke Markthalle, countless independent cafés, international restaurants and small boutiques. Viktoriapark, on the parallel street, and the vast Tempelhofer Feld are both a few minutes’ walk away, perfect for a morning run or an evening picnic.

Transport links are excellent: the U6 and U7 lines (Mehringdamm) are right around the corner, and the S-Bahn (Yorckstraße) is within walking distance.

HOUSE RULES

This is a calm building with wonderful neighbours. There is a yoga studio in the inner courtyard, with an evening class that finishes at 10pm. To make your stay enjoyable for everyone, we kindly ask you to respect the following.

HOUSE RULES

This is a calm building with wonderful neighbours. There is a yoga studio in the inner courtyard, with an evening class that finishes at 10pm. To make your stay enjoyable for everyone, we kindly ask you to respect the following.

Private spaces and belongings

- A section of the wardrobe in the main bedroom is reserved for your use. Please do not open any door marked as private.
- The study is a locked, private area.
- You are welcome to read our books while you are staying in the flat. Our vinyl records are on display but are not available for use, so please do not handle them. We will leave a USB cable so that you can play your own music through the sound system.
- Please do not move our artworks, surfboards or other decorative items, as many hold sentimental value or are fragile.
- Please do not remove any of our belongings from the flat.
- Please note that bedding set and pillows are not included, if you want it so, there is a 200€ one time change that would include all.

Care of the home

- Please remove your shoes before entering the flat, and never wear them on carpets or furniture.
- Please keep the flat clean and tidy throughout your stay.
- We would appreciate it if you could water the plants once a week.
- A cleaner whom we trust completely visits every two weeks, and we cover the cost. Her visit is for general cleaning only; it does not include cooking, washing up, tidying, laundry, changing sheets, taking out the rubbish, shopping or any other additional service. We will let you know her visiting days in advance so that the flat is tidy for her. She will have her own access to the flat.
- Although utilities are included in the rent, we ask that you be mindful of open windows, heating and lights. When you are out, please switch the heating off or set it to the “*” (frost protection) setting, and turn off all lights. Any misuse that increases utility costs will be charged back to you as an additional payment.
- Please lock the door every time you leave the flat.

Guests and occupancy

Only the people included in the rent may stay in the flat. Additional guests and parties are not permitted.

Smoking, substances and pets

- Smoking and substances are not permitted inside the flat. If you wish to smoke, please go down to the patio.
- Pets are not allowed, as one of us has life-threatening allergies.

Quiet hours

Loud noise and high-volume music are not permitted at any time of day. Please keep noise down from 10pm, out of respect for our neighbours, with whom we have a very positive relationship.

Keys and security

We will explain the key handover and return procedure.

When your stay comes to an end

Before leaving, please wash the dishes and bed sheets and take the rubbish to the bins in the central courtyard. Above all, please leave the flat as you found it.

Communication

If you are unsure whether you may use something, please just ask us first. We are happy to help you feel at home!