The perfect penthouse flat and the perfect host, with plenty of charm to spare. In the heart of the Lisbon but off the most heavily trafficked streets, with a view overlooking the Convento do Carmo, St. George's Castle, tiled rooftops and the Tagus River. Light and airy, with a comfortable king bed in the main bedroom, with two twin beds in a tiny room that we used for storing out suitcases and changing clothes. We appreciated the welcoming touches (wine, cheese, bread and fruit), and the helpful tourism advice both on line and in the flat. The washing machine, outdoor clothe lines, and the indoor drying rack also came in very handy. Easy walking distance to transit lines, the train station and ferry terminal, and easy locale for taxis to find (just say "Largo do Carmo" and they'll drop you in the park three doors down from the apartment. We stayed for an entire week and never grew tired of coming back to our aerie in Lisbon after a busy day exploring the broader area (Sintra, Cascais, etc.). It was grand and Alex goes out of his way to make each guest as comfortable as possible.