Julia's apartment was my first experience of using airbnb so I was a little nervous about what to expect. I needn't have worried - the apartment was absolutely lovely, possible even nicer than in the photographs.
It was spotlessly clean and had everything that we might have needed.
Julia was extremely helpful and communicative in the run-up to our visit. She arranged a transfer for us from the airport and was there to greet us when we arrived. She showed us everything we might need to know and also left a comprehensive guide to the local area, as well as lots of maps and other useful information.
The neighbourhood was lovely, and a wonderful base from which to explore any other part of the city. As some of the other reviews have mentioned, there is some noise from the street/subway, but that is only to be expected from such a central and convenient location.
Julia kept in contact via email throughout our stay to make sure that we didn't need anything, but she let us use the flat as if it were our own, and we felt very comfortable and at home.
The little balcony is a lovely feature of the flat, and we spent several mornings/afternoons drinking coffee and wine on it and just soaking up the sun and atmosphere!
We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of our stay, and I will definitely be using air bnb again after our excellent experience at Julia's flat.
I can't recommend it highly enough.