We can't say enough great things about the apartment and Simone. She was so wonderful and welcoming! Communication was clear and easy, we had no trouble taking the metro from the airport to the apartment, and even the 10 minute walk to the apartment through the winding streets of Alfama with our suitcases was fine. The apartment is right in the heart of Alfama, and you can sit on any of the three balconies and listen to Fado singers in the neighborhood as you gaze over the rooftops or out to the river. We stayed with two boys (ages 12 and 8) and two adults and there was plenty of space to relax after hours spent wandering the city. Everything we wanted to see was within walking distance or easily reached by metro, which was just down the hill. The apartment was immaculate and had everything we needed to make a meal at home here and there and do our laundry. Really, we had a lovely time and hope to visit Simone's place again!