This appartement is very charming. Atmosphere and style are great. It's small and strategically located in El Carmen. You do need a bike, but those can be rented on all streetcorners. Don't expect great coffee bars and exciting shops in every side street, this is nt a buzzing block, but a slower area. Which is fine for sleeping of course. We personally weren't too happy about the drawdown bed (but hey, we're luxury pony's, used to a great mattress) this matttress is quite thin and simple, but for people who can just sleep anywhere I guess this must be fine for a few nights. The nice Convent Carmen is just a walk away, just like lots of nice little squares and a Carrefour Express for water and basic groceries. Be aware that this is a ground floor appartment in the old town, with sewers in front of the property and a centimeter room under the front door... I'm sure that Ivan & Carmina will resolve that issue quickly, but let's just say that during our stay it turned out to be really necessary to make the door close well on all sides and in all corners... El Carmen is changing quickly and is becoming more and more touristy every day. With all the slick, new appartments replacing historical buildings on every block, it is fantastic that Ivan & Carmina are people who keep old houses and preserve them instead of demolishing them for commercial real estate. They did a great job with this place. There's no 'personal contact' with the owners by the way, they've clearly got the whole thing organised for rental, with the keys ready in a lock by the door and you can send them a whatsapp if you have any questions. They're quite quick in replying.