We could not have dreamed of a better host and apartment for our recent stay in Barcelona. From the very beginning of our communication, Stan was clear, direct and incredibly helpful. His guidebook on the "how-to's of the apartment and the city (what to see, how to get there, where to eat, etc...) goes above and beyond anything we've experienced from a host so far. The apartment is immaculate, well-stocked and looks even better than the pictures! The location is ideal -- close enough to the major sights in the city center but enough on the edge of things so that you feel like you're coming home to a real neighborhood after a day of sight-seeing. It is very quiet at night and the neighbors are friendly, working people. The terrace is delightful for sitting with a glass of wine, olives and other snacks and watching the enormous cruise ships in the harbor and the gondola to and from Montjuic. All of the appliances worked perfectly as well. The showers were the most luxurious we've had yet in the apartments we've stayed at in Europe. I can't recommend Stan and his gorgeous, spacious apartment enough! We will definitely stay there again if we are fortunate enough to come back to Barcelona some time.