Arrate was absolutely wonderful! She accepted our reservation request right away and was very communicative before, during and after our stay. Her apartment was much better than we even imagined. The bedrooms are roomy, the living area is spacious, the kitchen fully-equipped and the terrace is incredible! The whole place is remodeled in an eclectic and modern motif with plenty of custom, hand-made touches throughout. It felt like home as soon as we walked in the door. As if that were not enough, the location is prime! We wanted to stay in Barcelona somewhere that would provide a "local" experience. Again, we were not disappointed. The neighborhood was wonderful! There are plenty of cafes and shops very near to the apartment and the metro is also a quick walk. It was so wonderful to get a taste for what living in Barcelona might be like. Thank you, Arrate, for your hospitality and use of your fabulous apartment! We will encourage anyone visiting Barcelona to stay with you, without exception. We are looking forward to coming back in the future!