This embodies the expression "Mi casa es su casa" (my home is your home). Firstly, the apartment is accessed by going through the main house of Guillermo and Teresa*, passing through the entrance, living room, kitchen, then the backyard up the outdoor stairs. This means, you encounter people in the home, the family dog,a and anyone else visiting.
Not many truly know what this means, let alone feels like. For the foreigner, it may feel awkward, perhaps even uncomfortable. But for the rest, it's as welcoming as sharing a cup of coffee or even a meal with your host/hostess - as if you're truly part of the family. Teresa even has the a basket of fruit for people to help themselves.
Accessing the apartment can be uncomfortable as it requires going up a steep and narrow staircase, so navigating with luggage can be tricky. Once upstairs, you're greeted by a very welcoming private terrace, and when the weather is perfect, you don't want to be anywhere else. Surprisingly, it is rather quiet despite being close to a busy street.
The location is perfect. Tucked away from the noise and "action" of La Condesa, but close enough to access within a 5-15 min walk depending on which part of the neighbourhood you want to find yourself in.
The studio apartment is simple yet comfortable. It's got what you need for a very comfortable stay, including its own kitchen. It was impeccably clean even if it wasn't modern nor new.
Communication was top !! Response from Guillermo or Teresa took no longer than 15min - even if it was in the middle of night or very early morning.
If you don't book a stay with them, someone else will.
I hope you get an opportunity to experience very welcoming and comfortable home and be able to share it with your friends and family.
Mil gracias Guillermo y Teresa,
Con ganas de volver a visitaros de nuevo...Ernesto
* I called her Mother Teresa because of her very caring nature of others.