Apt. is bright, sunny, well-appointed & in an amazing area! Convenient to all but very quiet even with a tram going by. (You do hear the garbage & bottles though being collected early in the morning!) Short walk up the street to Sacholina, our new favorite bakery, for fresh-squeezed juices every morning, amazing breads & baked goods, and cappuccinos. Balcony in the apt. was lovely too. Located a few steps away (literally) from 2 of Jose Avillez's great but casual restaurants (Pizzeria Lisboa & Cantinho Avillez) both well worth the visit! Building was very secure & super high-tech with its locking system.
Apt. was perfect for our family of 4 -- was very clean & beds were comfortable but could use a few more pillows with cases. Also, would be nice if there was a welcome book with some basic information on places in the area (i.e. nearest grocery, bakery, etc.). Also would be helpful & a nice touch if some basic amenities were left, especially for those with a short stay & no time for shopping for laundry detergent, paper towel, toilet paper, bottle of water - just enough to get one started upon arrival.
Ema was very good at prompt communication & connected us with an airport shuttle service which we booked before we left.
Would definitely be happy to stay here again.