We arrived in Lisbon about 2 pm, grabbed a taxi, and were at the flat in 20 minutes for about €15. That was a breeze. Manuel & Jorge were already at the flat to welcome us. There was cheese, bread, fruit, wine, water & more.. I love to cook and the kitchen was fully equipped to do so, just a bit
cosy. But it is a small apt, meant for two so I'm not complaining. Not only did everything work, but if it didn't Manuel was over in a snap to fix or replace it. And everything was modern and lovely, stylish & functional.
What you see in the photos is what you get-really nice.
The heater over the bed was a lovely touch since it is winter, and though the days were very warm & sunny the evenings & early mornings were a touch cool. There is a great heated towel rack in the bathroom that made things cosy when bathing as well. The shower head is rainfall style and has great pressure. I ran out of hot water myself 2 times but this was because some of it had been used up just beforehand, and I take long showers..
The bedroom is lovely with big French doors that open to sunshine, a small balcony, some handy clotheslines, and facing a pretty and desolate building across the way. (lots of privacy)
There were ample linens, towels, plates, cups, etc. Both the TV & internet worked just fine. Manuel & Jorge always
answered any and all questions we had, made GREAT suggestions on things to do & see, and they are happy to help out as much or as little as you want. The flat is ideally located. You can walk to most every neighbourhood that you would want to see. And if not, all trams, trains, buses, etc are nearby as well. Some are right at the corner.
There are Pastelaria (coffee/cake shops) EVERYWHERE, and you simply must eat as much pasteis de natal as you can.. It IS that good. At night the tiny street was quiet, which was great for getting the much needed rest to climb all the hills to the many spectacular 'Miradouros' or viewing points of the city. Prepare to get lost. A LOT. But the people are very friendly, helpful, warm and fun loving. The service in the shops, restaurants, cafés & museums was courteous & efficient.
I went to Lisbon with a guidebook,
a friend & not much expectation.
I truly adored it. If there were time & money, I'd go back again in a heartbeat, as I didn't get to see all I had hoped for. Don't miss Belém, Castelo São Jorge, or Sintra and be sure to ride tram 28 for nostalgia's sake alone. And absolutely stay in this flat! Not only is it a great deal;
it is lovely!