We stayed, 2 couples, at the apartment a week and we simply loved it. The apartment was very clean and prepared. The layout of the place is great with plenty space for everybody. The bedrooms are separated from the other quarters, living room, kitchen and entrance area giving a nice feeling of privacy. The kitchen is fully equipped and everything worked. We did not meet Balta however he had it very well organized as far as getting into the place, communication with Balta were very rapid as he quickly answered our questions via email, beside he left phone numbers available to call in case we needed immediate help. After we left the apartment one of us realized that he forgot his cellular and few other items in the apartment, we called Balta mother who gathered the items and organized it for us to picked it up on the way back to Madrid. Very good information about the area and transportation were available in the apartment. We liked the neighborhood, it is near to the center of Madrid and all types of transportation, metro, buses and taxis. Everything was close to the apartment, banks, shops for grocery, bakery, convenient stores, cafes and good eating places. The apartment is not facing the main street therefore it is very quiet while we never heard any noise from the neighbors. Above all we liked that the ad on Airbnb was very truthful, I would definitely recommend the place and we hope to be back for another visit soon. We love our visit to Madrid, great city!!, and Balta´s place made it even more special.