Did you know shops in Madrid are open until 10pm, even on a Sunday? Well, we found out because we were in search of candles to furnish the place with at least a minimal effort, as it is really rather barren. There is hardly anything in there! Even more so, it was neglected. For example: after endless hours roaming the marvellous streets of the city – that, to be fair, could all be easily reached thanks to the flat’s central and convenient location –, we wanted to rest our tired feet on the sofa (that already, stuffed in a corner between ceiling beams, gaped at one like a toothless crocodlie), which collapsed under our fatigued bums due to lacking legs! As we could see, it had been decided not to fix it but to simply replace the missing pieces with a rolled up rug. Everything was cramped: the bed under the beams (they hurt!), the table in the alcove, the microwave spitting its contents right in the sink below. Two pairs of glasses, two plates, scarce cutlery; no salt, no pepper – no candles! What a shame, since the attic style flat is not without its charmes. Nice balconies! The central location we had already mentioned. If you do not plan on enjoying your morning coffee at home, cooking or preparing even the tiniest meal, reposing on a couch or contemplating at a table, then this flat might be for you. Heaven forbid you have a rainy day!