This was my second trip to Lisbon but my first time at Paulo's studio. I was very pleasantly surprised by his home - it was just perfect for my 4-day stay. The place is exactly as presented in the photos. I was touched by the deliciously perfumed soaps he leaves his guests in the bathroom and was impressed how clean, tidy and tastefully-decorated the studio is. I appreciated that it was very quiet too and as it was hot, there is a fan for use. I knew the Sao Bento area already and for me it is a perfect location to visit Lisbon. It is a typical Portuguese neighbourhood and I felt very safe. I went everywhere by foot and only once came home with the tram no. 28 which stops virtually outside the building's entrance. I discovered the Time Out food market just a 7 minute walk from his place by the Cais do Sodre train station which has amazing cuisine and specialty shops in a spacious, airy, convivial environment. Paulo was away during my sojourn but the 24-hour concierge at the entrance gave me the keys. For any questions I had, Paulo was available by e-mail or SMS and answered all my queries promptly and also texted me to see if everything was ok. Paulso also gave me a fantastic tip for one of his favorite taverns to listen to Fado music, I can't thank him enough. I will definitely return to Paulo's little nest! He gets full marks from me.