José and Maria’s place is on a quiet, tree-lined street in the centre of Madrid, a short walk from Parque de Gran Retiro, an immense, beautiful park spanning many blocks in the centre of the city. We walked to the Thyssen-Bornemisza museum which has a wonderful collection of art and a good cafe for lunch. The Prado is also in walking distance, as is Puerta de Atocha station. The studio was just right for my husband and me and our adult son. Maria answered my questions very promptly and was very warm and welcoming. The kitchen had everything we needed to make a casual dinner. We will stay here again.