Mauro and his parents are very welcoming. They all speak very good English and are cultivated people who know a lot about Spanish history, art and society, as well as about the good places in the neighbourhood - it was a pleasure to converse with them. They even greeted us with a bottle of sparkling Cava! The apartment (and its courtyard, especially) is cosy, original and situated in an excellent location for visiting Madrid - the plaza Mayor is within walking distance.