The apartment is very clean and well equipped. Very close to a well stocked supermarket (Pingo Dos). Lots of little 'corner shops' should you need the odd item. It took us a while to figure out the public transport to get back from the centre and tourist spots but the number 25 'old' tram will drop you off with about a 5 min walk. The courtyard is private but is overlooked by a couple of Windows. Don't be put off by this as they respect your privacy and an odd interaction of genuine Portuguese welcome is nice. A gentle bell rings twice a day with a food parcel being levered upto an elderly relative, perfect. Go and enjoy.