Fernando met us at the flat at the agreed upon time, and showed us the particulars. He is a super-nice and helpful guy, very warm and genuine.

This was the perfect flat for us. It had ample room for 2, with an extra BR (small no windows) and a nice LR/ DR. There is also a little balcony w/ a table and chairs. Perched on the 5th floor, with the BR in the rear, the flat is quiet (we slept with the balcony doors open).
The place is great for a week in Barcelona. Has all the little kitchen things (including some spices and olive oil) I hate it when a place has absolutely nothing left in it after the cleaning person has "cleaned". Also has a washer for clothes.

It is situated in a bustling/ safe, working-class neighborhood filled w/ locals, but is close enough to the tourist spots to make it ideal. I liken it to the lower haight circa 1984. A little gritty, but real and enjoyable. We walked to all the major Gaudi sites w/ ease. There are plenty of restaurants and store/shops/grocery with in a block or 2. Staying right in the heart of Caller Ramblas would suck.

There is a 24hr parking garage 2 blocks away that is safe and reasonably priced. 3 days 35e, 7 days 70e, getting cheaper per day as length increases. The alternative to the garage is a living hell.

All said highly recommended.