Staying at Silvia's flat felt like we got the true magical experience of Lisbon. Looking around, I can't think of a nicer neighborhood than Chiado; all your needs are met with fantastic transportation on the metro (and train to Sintra), organic supermarket and great shopping - and of course good restaurants and cafés. The bairro alto area nearby is fantastic for bars and nightlife. Leave the windows of the flat open to listen to bossa nova being played nightly from the square down below! I even liked climbing the 4 floors, necessary after overindulging in bacalhau croquettes and pasteis de nata...
The flat itself was clean, beautifully decorated, with a lovely balcony (for smokers), very light and airy and equipped with everything you might need. Silvia was welcoming and friendly; and although we didn't need anything, seemed approachable in case of problems. We had a wonderful stay in Lisbon thanks to this perfect flat!