The apartment is nicely located on a fairly quiet street, with leafy trees just outside. It is very spacious, with both kitchen and bath (shower). Since it is on the ground floor you have a choice between light and fresh air or privacy and security: only with the shutters closed could you lock the apartment, but then you have to turn on the lights even in daylight hours.
Maria's mother met me and was very kind and made sure I had everything I needed. The bottle of wine was much appreciated. And a large breakfast showed up outside the door on the weekend mornings!