The apartment was lovely and as promised, the location is spectacular, and Andrea couldn't have been nicer. the place has great a/c, full-height openable windows for fresher air, still... and unless I'm dumb, 3 separate heaters (2 radiators / 1 fan) beyond that one... enough international socket adapters to get us by... clean dishes/kitchen... big soft towels. the bed and couch are on the firm side (just barely), if that's a thing for you, but we slept great.The building is quiet, and when you bump into residents, they're friendly. literally across the street from the nicest market, actually maybe better than advertised... plus you have Casa Revuelta, Botin, one of the Casa Del Abuelo locations (we went to a different one, but still go get the gambas al ajillo.... we had to order a second dish!), all within a block. an easy walk to the opera, the palace, plaza Puerto del Sol, and the Rastro, if you happen to be there on a Sunday morning... transit is walkable in every direction, and to top it off, Andrea couldn't have been more affable or accommodating, with super communication / availability / contingencies for all of the above. The first time we went to Madrid, we stayed in a budget... really dorm room... and we *liked* the city. this time we stayed in the heart of it, and really loved it. I don't think it's a coincidence. 8 stars out of 5! ;)