The apartment is, as described, a cozy, private space. The terrace is a nice, cool spot to hang out (it doesn't get much direct sunlight, so it stays a great temperature during the afternoon). I didn't find much in the immediate vicinity, but it's a pretty short walk (~10 minutes) to La Sagrada Familia and 20-30 minutes to the Gothic Quarter and everything there. The neighborhood and building are quiet. The apartment was perfectly clean when I arrived. Overall, it was a very nice place to stay for a weekend in Barcelona.