By all accounts, my two-week stay at Humberto's was a five-star experience. His apartment, located at the ground floor, of a charming neighbourhood looks exactly like the pictures posted on Airbnb. You can get there from the airport either by subway (30-45 mins) or taxi (10-15 mins).

Inside, everything works, though the bathroom could do with some hooks. The apartment is clean, with Humberto providing a weekly cleaning service for those on longer stay. This was also when I met him. My girlfriend and I were taken by his hospitality and love for literature. Plenty of plates and utensils. Everything you need to cook are there -- toaster, pots, pans, water boiler and such. You can wash your clothes at the washing machine, and dry them at the patio. Humberto even bought for us a hair dryer when we requested for it. Humberto was kind enough to leave us some of that famed Portuguese port.

While Humberto wasn't there to greet me on my first day, his friend Claudia at the Lucimar restaurant across the street from the apartment ensured that I settle in okay. By the way, Lucimar's very popular with the locals there! There are also other shops within walking distance -- bakeries, restaurants and grocery stores. We felt well taken care of.

If you want to explore Lisbon, you can make your way to one of two subway stations, both of which are about 10-15 mins away on foot. There is also a rail station nearby, which takes you directly to Sintra. His place is ideal for anybody with engagements at the University of Lisbon, which is about 10 mins away by foot.

Overall, I'd recommend this place for anyone heading to Lisbon. Given the magical experience I had at Lisbon, I'd definitely book his place again should I make a return trip.