We had a great stay in Barcelona. Eike's place is just amazing. Apartment looks just as in the pictures. There are two rooms separated with a corridor, and everyone of them has its own bathroom - which is very handy if you are looking for privacy. Even better, apartment is located in a beautiful part of Barcelona. If you want to experience Barcelona during the day for sightseeing and night life and want to come back in very quiet place with air con to recharge your energy level - this is the one. The street Rambla Catalunya which I had not known before is much better, authentic and residential than the Paseo de Gracia which is just one street away (parallel) where you find literally around the corner some of Barcelona´s main attractions (Casa Battlo, Casa Mila, Palau de la Música). We were pretty amazed by that... Metro station is 1 minute walk at the left of the building. The whole area is full with the restaurants and bars, beautiful buildings and landscaped streets. Someone said that lack of store is a problem which turned out to be a wrong information. One street away you find a residential area with supermarkets, normal stores etc. (beyond PG de Gracia´s flagship stores). It takes 5 minutes to walk to the first real supermarket. Apartment is well-equipped with all you need for your stay, for example, if you plan to buy groceries on the market to cook your dinner yourself We loved the stylish antic elevator in the building which has a doorman. We didn't have chance to meet Eike since he was traveling for work, but his friend received us in the apartment to do the check-in with us. Eike is very nice and quickly respond to all your messages. We were very sad for getting back home - and would definitely recommend this apartment!!! See you next year again, Eike!!!