Carla’s place is great. I stayed for 3 months and had everything I needed. The place is bigger than it looks and is extremely comfortable. There is an amazing amount of natural light and wonderful views. The neighborhood is very lively, with a mix of locals and students and there are many restaurants and cafes around, as well as an open-air market and various supermarkets. It’s a fast and easy walk to almost anywhere.
Carla herself was very helpful and responsive. When I had trouble with an appliance she came over within minutes to help me out and she was always quick to respond to my messages.
The only downside is the flip side of the liveliness of the neighborhood: there is sometimes some noise out in the evening (especially on weekends) as well as early in the morning on weekdays, as people set up the market. But this should only disturb you if you are a very light sleeper; it was fine most nights.