In my previous visits to the Tetuán district, I've been told that there's a good side and a bad side to the Calle de Bravo Murillo, but this was the first time I'd decided to discover for myself what things are really like to its west, in the Valdeacederas barrio.
It turns out there was nothing to fear. The neighbourhood seemed quiet, even at the weekend (and late at night); and Andre was charmingly polite and efficient.
The smartly decorated bedroom displayed in his listing is exactly the same in reality, he keeps it impeccably, and the bed is ultra-comfortable. Andre communicated everything in brief, offering a good selection for breakfast, including tea-making facilities in the room, which I was sorry to be unable to enjoy. I was there for just a matter of hours, and I was in Andre's personal presence for only minutes, but everything went well.
Airbnb's map didn't locate Andre exactly, but his street address can be pinpointed easily from other sources. It's easy to find the house, a short walk from the nearest Metro station, and only minutes from stations on other lines.
I would have no doubts about selecting Andre as a future host. Next time I visit, I should try not to leave so soon, so that I can make the most of his breakfast offering.