This apartment was located in the best location in Seville. I traveled with my 10 year old son and loved the double security door that this place offered. The neighborhood is very safe and close to everything. After entering off a quiet walking path through a front secured door, it opens to a nice courtyard on the ground floor, and your apartment front door is just a few steps away.
Rafael's communication was excellent. I had some passport issues on the day I was supposed to fly out which was the day before checking into this apartment. It was very stressful for me, because I ended up having to delay my trip by a few weeks and reschedule my dates with Rafael and several other AirBnB hosts. Rafael was so patient and understanding. I really appreciated that fact that he was willing to work with me on such short notice. Also, I was taking a bus from Albuferia, Portugal to Seville and mis-calculated the time of arrival. We ended up arriving 2 hours later than anticipated. He again was very helpful and met us at a rescheduled time. Based on these things alone, I would love to stay in ANY apartment that Rafaels manages when in Seville.
When arriving, Rafael met us in front of the building and helped us into the apartment. The apartment was already cooled (it was a very hot day!), and he went through everything from a/c, kitchen & bathroom amenities, washing machine, keys, etc. He was very personable and thorough.
The apartment is beautifully decorated. It is bright, clean and well stocked (napkins, coffee, tea, cooking oil, seasonings, pre-purchased ice cubes). The beds were very comfortable, and you will sleep well because the windows face a courtyard. There is a queen bed upstairs and a twin bed with a trundle underneath, very helpful with kids. (One thing to note, if you are 6 feet or taller, the ceilings in the bedrooms may be too low for you.) The bathroom is large with a large walk-in shower and double shower heads. There is heating rack, and shampoo & body wash are provided.
Again, great location....nearby are two supermarkets and several restaurants, cafes and shopping. Also, within walking distance of ~5-10 minutes, you are close to the Cathedral, El Divino Salvador Church, Casa de Pilatos and Palace de las Duenas, Las Setas, shopping on Calle Sierpes and flamenco, and then ~15 minutes to the Royal Alcazar Palace and Plaza de Espana.
Overall, a wonderful stay in such a beautiful and romantic city full of history! The location of this apartment made our trip memorable. Thank you again, Rafael!!