My wife and I spent 11 nights here in February 2015 and absolutely loved the apartment. There is ample storage, a comfortable bed, great wifi, beautiful balcony, awesome sound system and a working washer/dryer and dishwasher.
If you have the patio doors closed, the space is almost silent--- no noise can really be heard from outside.
The beach is 3 blocks away, five minutes tops, and there are bars and restaurants galore.
The furniture/decor has changed a bit --- fewer bright colors --- but overall everything works well. I would highly recommend.
Ed is responsive and helpful as ever, too. Thanks!