Antonio's apartment was perfect. It was exactly as advertised... and more!!! Antonio checked us into his clean, bright, beautiful apartment, where he showed us around, gave us recommendations, and provided us with maps and details of the neighborhood. The apartment has great views of the La Sagrada Familia (one of the most sought after sights in all of Barcelona), it has a small but beautiful terrace, and is perfectly situated. I never took a taxi after I arrived at the apartment. I walked to the beach and to La Rambla. It was about a mile away, but it was through safe and beautiful neighborhoods, where I was able to take beautiful pictures. There were tons of restaurants and bars close by, actually, one of my favorite dinning spots was around the corner from the apartment, and every morning I got coffee and breakfast to go from the café down stairs.
I highly recommend the apartment... It was everything that was advertised and the host, Antonio, is beyond helpful and responsive.