We had the greatest time at Manuel' s appartment! The place is, in fact, even better than it looked in the photos!! It is a large appartment, with a modern kitchen, remodeled bathrooms and a cozy family room. It is decorated with good taste, has balconies and large windows, one of them facing the downstairs patio. It allows a lot of light inside and added some bird chirping in the morning.
Contrary to what was said in the airbnb information, there was an iron, a nice tv and a hair blower.
The location is perfect, just some blocks from the metro Marques de Pombal and some steps from a convenience store!
It is a safe neighborhood and it is relatively easy to find a parking space close by.
Thanks, Manuel! Sorry for calling you so early on January 1st!
Cecilia and Ricardo