I think Wally's apartment in Barcelona was the best vacation rental we've ever rented. It was exactly as described in the listing.
It's on a relatively-quiet street, and there are trees directly outside the front window. It's a short walk to a couple of metro stations, making it easy to get to most anywhere in the city. It's about 3 blocks from a decent-sized grocery, there's a bakery straight across the street, and numerous restaurants within 5 blocks.
The place was clean, modernized, and well-stocked with the basics. Wally communicated well and was helpful with tips for the city and the neighborhood.