I didn't get to meet Rafael in person as a friend of mine picked up the keys for the apartment but we loved staying at his flat. There is a lovely bakery two doors down and you wake up in the morning with a tasty croissant smell. We also really enjoyed the area as there are loads of small bars to sit outside in the evening and have some tapas. The metro station is 1 minute from the house so very well connected. I'm a light sleeper so was happy that our room was very quiet. I would recommend this apartment to friends as well.