Communication prior to arrival was excellent - Natalia let us know the best ways to get back and forth from the airport, how much the cab fare would be, how to get access to the flat, etc. After a day of travel, it was wonderful to arrive and find that Natalia had a bottle of water and cookies waiting for us. We were shown all the switches and knobs and locks to use the place, and we received a warm welcome. As a superhost, we knew we were in good hands, and our expectations were met and exceeded. Natalia was very kind and thoughtful.
The flat itself is lovely - a pre-war building with a beautiful balcony overlooking the city in a lovely part of the city. The place has lots of charm and was wonderful to come home to. The kitchen was stocked with cooking gear and local food shopping was easy. It felt very homey and was a nice size for three people.
Barcelona can be a noisy place, and this flat was in a perfect location - the place was in a quiet residential neighborhood but was an easy walk and bike ride to the busiest parts of town. A convenience store across the street and a bakery next door made this a perfect spot.