Frank's Chillax home was exactly just that!! A perfectly styled and accommodated home away from home. He was easy to get in touch with and communicated very well with check in and check out procedures. Upon check in, he greeted me as if we'd been friends for years and showed me around the place and explained all the details. He had maps and information of getting in and around the city as well as information on metro, sights to see, and neighborhood area interests.
We were there during the recent terrorist attack on the Ramblas and one of the first messages expressing concern was Frank reaching out to check and see that we were ok and advising us on areas to avoid in all of the aftermath. He really is an amazing host.
The apartment itself is just as it appears in the pictures. The kitchen and bathrooms are modern and appointed with everything that you would need for your stay. I personally am very big on natural light in the home and most places in Spain have blackout shuddders to keep the home cool in the hot summer months when no one is home. Once these are opened and the air conditioning is on, its exactly as I like it. The building is safe and secure and in a quiet neighborhood, but was never that far of a walk to get to the Ramblas, some nightlife, or other sights to see.
This was our second time to Barcelona, our first having almost been pickpocketed leaving the airport, we were a bit on edge the whole time. But having this home and a place to just Chillax made this trip one of my favorites. My only hope is that by the next time that I'm able to come back, Franks place won't be so popular that I'm not able to book it for myself again.