Sergio and Ruth's studio apartment is perfect for a trip to Lisbon - it's compact but ideal for two, with a small kitchen, bathroom, sofa area and bed. The finishing touches and design of the apartment are outstanding.

The location is ideal - just around the corner from the number 28 tram, which goes through lots of interesting parts of the city, and within walking distance to many of them. There is a beautiful cafe behind the apartment with views over the Cristo Rei and the water.

We only had 24 hours in Lisbon but managed to pack lots in thanks to the easy location of the apartment.

Be aware that it is up a small flight of stairs and is down a small cobbled street on a hill - so be willing to walk! Lots of Lisbon is like this.

Ruth met us and was very hospitable. They left a guidebook with ideas for restaurants, although a few tips on the best things to do in the city would have been appreciated. We took the tram up to the castle to see the lovely view, visited the Time Out food market (seriously good food from all around the world!) and took a rickshaw to the main square by the sea. Lisbon is a great city for wandering!

The heating in the apartment wasn't working while we were there, but it was not a huge issue. Ruth and Sergio were very helpful in sorting it out and got back to us straight away when we called.

We will definitely be back - this time for longer!