Very nice as described. Does get very hot in the afternoon. Helps if you put the shade down on the balcony. We put the shade down all the way to the hooks as there was no other way to hold it down. Property manager knocked on the door to say screen was down to far and can't have it down during the day and when you are gone. Closing folding door in kitchen helps also. Balcony is great for sun sets and moon reflecting off the early morning water.