You could not wish for a more charming and hospitable host than Isabelle.
The apartment in Chueca, as you can see from the photos, is comfortable and very elegant with lots of interesting books and pictures. It is on the third floor, which may not suit anyone for whom stairs are a challenge.
Isabel immediately made me feel at home, and provided generous breakfasts throughout my stay. She speaks fluent English (as well as three other languages) and is a very knowledgeable and cultured host with a good sense of humour. Her son also is friendly and speaks fluent English, and her little dog is friendly too.
The apartment is in a great location in the Barrio of Chueca, with the Mercado de San Anton gourmet market, lively bars and restaurants and the Museum de Romanticismo all Within a short walk. It's situation also gives easy access to the historic tourist centre of Madrid, the art galleries, and the elegant shops, restaurants and bars of the Salamanca district.
It is with some reluctance that I recommend this apartment, as in truth I would rather keep it secret and available for my next visit to Madrid!