Great stay at Paola's apartment. The place is newly renovated, well equipped clean and obviously well maintained and taken care of. A spacious living area with fully equipped kitchen, a separate bedroom, and a bathroom on a small side (expected for Barcelona). It can easily handle a family of four. The internet connection is basic, but this can be handled by a mifi service (we used Tab2let, which was great). The location is outstanding: peaceful residential area with several small groceries just outside the building and around the block across, plus two large markets two blocks away (Lidl and Mercadona). Excellent coffee/breakfast place half block down the street (Pa i Xocolata). Centrally located: metro L1 half block away which means 10 minutes max travel to Plaza Catalunya, metro L4 three blocks away, 10-15 min easy walk to the beaches (Nova Icaria is a good choice for kids), 10-15 min easy walk to Born and the rest of the city center.
Overall, the place is better than advertised.
Thank you, Paola, for a great stay!