I came to Lisbon for the first time this trip with the intention of living in Lisbon for 3 months and I was looking for an apartment that was clean, well-situated, and well cared for. Pedro's apartment did not disappoint, and in fact exceeded my expectations.
Location: The apartment is located in the Graça neighborhood of Lisbon on a hill high above the city, only minutes from the Igreja da Graça and one of the best scenic views of the city. It's an easy 15 minutes walk to the center of downtown and other neighborhoods like Alfama, Mouraria, Bairro Alto, etc. The apartment is at street level, which concerned me at first, but I found it wasn't ever a problem. The street is one-way, steep, and relatively quiet - I very rarely had any issues with noise. Super safe. And convenient to groceries, post office, cafes and a market a few blocks away.
Getting around: I walked everywhere, to the point that I didn't even bother buying a 40 Euro monthly public transit Via Viagem pass (which is an amazing deal that gets you on all busses, trams, metro, ferries, etc). Prepare for a workout, though - Lisbon is very hilly and Graça is no exception. And get used to cobblestone streets and sidewalks. But...walking Lisbon is the best way to explore and see the city. You will invariably get lost and turned around, and it will be a cool adventure.
Amenities: The apartment is sunny and well-lit. The entry floor has plenty of places to sit and spread out, including a dining table and desk. The queen-size bed is quite comfortable. There are also two chairs whose cushions could be unfolded as impromptu mattresses for two more people to sleep, although I can't vouch for how comfortable they might be. All-in-all, I think the apartment is a fine size for two people. It would be a challenge for four - not impossible, but definitely not for a long-term solution like my stay required. The kitchen downstairs is small, but well-equipped for basic cooking with everything you might need. The best part of the apartment is the rear private courtyard off the kitchen. I spent many an afternoon enjoying coffee in the sun while working remotely on my laptop. If you're planning on doing laundry, there's a washing machine in the kitchen, but plan ahead because you'll have to hang your clothes out on the line in the courtyard. It's not a problem, but requires some thinking ahead if you're used to having a dryer! The bathroom is clean, well-lit, has good water pressure.
Internet: The internet is strong and reliable, although I had a bit more trouble holding a signal out in the courtyard if I wanted to be out there. My work is very bandwidth-hungry and I did have one surprise when my service went out. It turns out I had exceeded the limits of the internet account! I reached out to Pedro and he immediately provided me with a backup solution and then negotiated a higher limit with the provider. It was stressful at first, but Pedro's responsiveness was exemplary, and his willingness to partner with me to find a solution was something you don't find much these days. I never had a problem with the internet after that and moving forward I'm sure any future tenant will have no issues.
Cleanliness: The apartment was very clean, fresh sheets and towels were provided, and because of the length of my stay I got to know Bella, who came every couple weeks to do a thorough cleaning.
Host: Pedro (and his brother Bernardo) were gracious, helpful, considerate and responsive hosts. They were always willing to help me find resources (like a local gym), give me tips and directions, and generally check in to make sure my stay was a pleasant one. Any request I had was quickly addressed. And Pedro generously worked with me at the end of my stay was interrupted by the outbreak of the coronavirus. I'm very grateful for their flexibility in uncertain times.
In short, Pedro's apartment became my home for 2-½ months and I really felt comfortable and welcome. I wanted for nothing, and I was well-supported by Pedro and Bernardo. I would rent from them again. If you need a home base in Lisbon, I would highly recommend their place.