We had a great four nights at Fernando's apartment and will definitely be back!
The location is excellent, which meant that after a long flight delay and a very late arrival it was incredibly easy to walk to the apartment from the airport bus stop - literally a 3 min walk. With the Urgell metro stop so close, we were able to navigate the city with ease, which was particularly helpful with our three year old daughter who often gets tired after walking for a while.
The apartment itself is situated on a fairly quiet street with little bars, a supermarket and other amenities. At the end of the road is an excellent bakery from which we bought delicious bread and croissants for breakfast each morning. Just across the road from there is another patisserie from which we bought amazing cakes.
The apartment is spacious and - as many have mentioned - was spotlessly clean upon our arrival. Fernando had clearly thought very carefully about his guests with many touches you don't always find in rented apartments. The bedrooms were dark at night which we really appreciated, having come away to Barcelona for some rest after a very busy period. We slept very well! The kitchen and bathroom facilities were good, the living room comfortable, and there is a terrace which benefits from the afternoon sun.
As a host, Fernando was excellent. Due to our aforementioned flight delay, Fernando had ensured we had breakfast provisions for the next morning which was greatly appreciated, and the fact that he was tracking our flight (and its ever-increasing delay) was reassuring to me. He was very gracious and we felt well looked-after.
We look forward to returning soon as this was an ideal base during our time in this wonderful city.