This elegant, classic apartment is a perfect home base to experience the grandeur of the Sagrada Familia and explore Barcelona's vast menu of attractions. The spacious well-equipped kitchen, with its large dining table, became our central working space, and the bedrooms, which were surprisingly quiet despite the busy streets below, provided comfortable beds and enough space to handle our luggage and clothing storage needs. We were most appreciative of Francois' attention to detail in the preparation of the apartment, in providing hypoallergenic bedding and in responding to our requests for information and guidance. We were also grateful for his willingness to accommodate our early arrival. The spectacular view of the Sagrada Familia from the kitchen, master bedroom and living room windows was a special bonus.