We loved staying at Mariana's flat. It was exactly as described - charming, homely, clean and in a fantastic neighbourhood. It is a lot bigger in real life than in the photos too. Unfortunately it rained quite a bit while we were in Lisbon but we loved just getting cosy and reading our books in the flat.

The bed and pillows were really comfy - as long as you like a firm mattress, which we do! - and the kitchen is really well equipped. We ate out because there were so many restaurants nearby but there is everything you could possibly need in the kitchen to cook a meal in. Mariana even kindly left us some tasty coffee and a bottle of wine.

There isn't actually a shower - just a bathtub with a shower attachment. We didn't mind as the weather wasn't very hot and it was a nice treat to enjoy a bath every day. The bath itself was very clean and roomy.

The street is quiet, but the lively area of Bairro Chiado is a 5 min walk and you can easily walk to most popular places in Lisbon in 15-20 mins. There is a great craft beer pub on the next street (Calcada do Duque) and we really enjoyed the Pasteis de Nata (Portuguese custard tarts) at the TimeOut Mercado da Ribeira - the best in Lisbon, as far as we're concerned!

Thank you Mariana - a very relaxing stay!