We chose the apartment because of all the brilliant reviews. Sadly, we were a bit disappointed.
The pros are evidently all there: The view from the bedroom is fabulous, the location is extremely central, it was a very quiet apartment. We also highly appreciate the owners' flexibility with check-in and check-out times!
The apartment was just lacking some basics we could have used: there was no washing-up liquid in the kitchen (which we feel is essential in a self-catering apartment, so we didn't use the kitchen at all), also the advertised "Claus Porto" soaps in the bathroom were 2 much-used and old remnants of soap which didn't look very inviting. Unfortunately, Barbara's husband, who gave us the keys and showed us round didn't offer any help with our luggage. We were travelling with two suitcases, the apartment is on the last floor and I was in no condition to carry a suitcase. Although he clearly saw my husband going back downstairs to get the second suitcase, neither help nor an apology was offered. So far, we have always been offered help with our luggage and value that as a welcoming gesture even if we hardly ever accept it.
All in all, a great view, and a very good location, spacious, but in need of TLC. Considering all the great reviews, we were probably just unlucky.