This was a beautiful apartment in a perfect location from which to explore Lisbon. Highly recommended and 5 stars! The apartment is fully renovated and very stylish, but it is also situated in a charming old building with high ceilings, hardwood floors and fabulous tall french doors leading out to the long balcony with a view over the narrow cobblestone street below. It has all the modern conveniences, such as dishwasher, washing machine, Nespresso machine, and the list goes on. Overall, the apartment is well equipped with everything you need for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Plus Ana and Joao are wonderful hosts who are friendly, responsive and helpful.
The neighbourhood is charming, vibrant and full of restaurants, cafes and shops. Just a few steps from the door, you can catch the famous Tram 28 (go early in the morning or it will be too packed to get on), or you can walk a few steps farther to the Paca Luis de Camoes where you can catch buses and trams to all parts of the city. However, we mostly walked everywhere so we could experience the city fully, from the Castelo de S.Jorge to the Miradouro da Nossa Senhora do Monte, to the Paca do Comercio. This was fairly easy for two fit 52 year old women, although some of the uphill climbs could get us huffing and puffing a bit :) One last recommendation is a restaurant just around the corner from the apartment, called Noobai, with a great view over the city - perfect for an early evening Sangria and tapas. You will be very happy with this place. Just one note for those with mobility issues: the apartment is on the 3rd floor of the building and the stairs are rather steep, so be prepared to work off your Pastéis de Nata (which can be purchased nearby at the famous Manteigaria). Looking forward to our next visit!