This is a wonderful place at the great location. One of the best and most interesting homes I ever stayed in (and I visit a lot of places:)). No, it is not in historic center but you get to experience real Barcelona and in my opinion, it is a better experience, especially since you have a convenience of a subway 20 meters from the front door and 4 stops away from Placa de Catalunya. Sean and his family are the warmest hosts you'd ever encounter and I wish, we could stay longer.