Our experience with this rental was outstanding from start to finish. The apartment as well as the location was exactly as advertised, ideal in every way. The apartment was in pristine condition and tastefully furnished. It appears just as in the photographs. The location couldn't be better, especially for someone new to Barcelona. As advertised, it is literally a stone's throw from Gaudi's Casa Batlló and the marvelous boulevard, the Passeig de Gràcia. (If you want a real foodie and cultural treat, go for a tasting of Iberico ham, along with a glass of Cava, at the Reserva Ibérica, just two blocks away.) The apartment is centrally located in a safe and elegant Eixample neighborhood, and there is easy access by taxi (always available on the street) or a lovely 15 minute walk to the Rambla. The apartment is also within easy striking distance by foot, metro, or taxi to virtually all the points of interest this wonderful city has to offer.

In order to help us find the building easily, our host, Cristi, was waiting for us outside when we arrived even though our train was a half hour late. He was both gracious and informative. The apartment has two spacious bedrooms with lovely cabinetry and plenty of storage, and there are two full bathrooms, one adjoining the master bedroom, and the other, smaller bathroom was in close proximity to the second bedroom. It was ideal for two couples (or parents with kids). The double pane windows made the apartment exceptionally quiet and free of street noise. Although it was October, it was unseasonably warm so we used the air conditioning at times and found it to be highly efficient and comfortable.

The living area was an inviting place for us to gather for breakfast, for planning our day, and for gathering in the evenings to relax and talk. The kitchen was well equipped and the clothes washer and dryer worked well and were very welcome as we have been coming off of two weeks of bicycling and other travel. The beds, bed linens and towels were all wonderful, and our hosts provided a number of thoughtful incidentals such as laundry soap, shampoos and toiletries, books and brochures about Barcelona, and a number of electric plug converters.

In sum, we were charmed and delighted in all respects by our experience and thank Jepis, Clara, Sr. Cristi and their whole family for allowing us the privilege of staying in their wonderful place.