The apartment was perfect. It was like a quaint, cute, comfortable Bed and Breakfast you would find in the Napa Valley of California. Pictures accurate. VERY clean, spacious in a quiet building. Includes amenities rare in Spain apartments - air conditioning and clothes washer.
The neighborhood was in the El Rastro district. Close to metro stations and very good restaurants. On Sundays you step outside to see the famous flea market.
Raul the host was great - very friendly, communicative, and responsive. He picked me up at the metro station and helped carry my luggage to the apartment. And he did the same thing taking me back to the metro after I checked out. When a light bulb blew out he appeared and replaced it in minutes. He also took me on a tour of the city for a reasonable price that was less than a city bus tour. For the price of my stay, Raul's place is the best value in Madrid. Highly recommended.