What a place! This was one of the best rentals we've ever stayed in. Cara was so helpful and responded to every message right away, answering our questions and offering help and information.
Cara met us herself when we checked in, showed us around, and even left us a bottle of wine (we don't drink but the thoughtfulness was appreciated!) She spoke perfect English and was kind and welcoming.
The apartment itself was stunning. So clean, so new, and absolutely gorgeous. The bed is very comfortable. The AC worked perfectly. We had heard things about other rentals in the city that had problems with noise from the streets, but this apartment is so quiet! Even on the weekends, all we had to do was close the doors and we couldn't hear anything from outside.
The apartment is in a fantastic location, right across the street from both Mercado San Miguel and Plaza Mayor. And easy walking distance from the Royal Palace or Retiro Park. Also, the famous San Gines churros and chocolate is just down the street. There's also a great gelato shop just below the apartment.
Best of all--the patio! It's the perfect place to relax after a long day of sightseeing, where you can hear the city, the music, and see the sunset over the skyline, without leaving the comfort of your own beautiful place. Heaven!
The only thing we wished was different is the somewhat lack of privacy from the bathroom window. The glass is frosted, sort of. But the window is right next to the neighbor's terrace and maybe we're just shy Americans, but we didn't feel comfortable using the bathroom or the shower at night unless we left the light off, and even then it was a little disconcerting to feel like the neighbors could see right in.
That one little thing, though, would not prevent me from staying here again! This place felt like home and we were sad to leave!!