First, we never met Eva & Jaques, the hosts mentioned in the listing. I don’t know if they actually own the apartment or if they even exist because all of my interaction turned out to be with a remotely located office that was open 24/7. The apartment is a fairly good distance from the office, which was a significant inconvenience because they require that you pick up and return the keys from there.
The apartment itself was amazing and it’s exactly as shown in the photos. It is fully furnished with six wonderful floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto balconies with nice views of the surrounding areas. The floor plan is quite nice with good flow and every amenity you would expect is present including a clothes washer, wi-fi, and fully equipped kitchen. It’s decor is contemporary and pleasant.
Getting to the apartment, though, is a bit less appealing. I never felt in danger, but the surrounding neighborhood is not a picture of clean, safe living.
We found the apartment’s location to be great for our itinerary. There is a metro (subway) stop a ten-minute walk away and there are good restaurants, bars, and a grocery store nearby.