The apartment is in a really good location - away from the deeply touristy areas and in a safe, laid back neighbourhood where real lives are being lived. The walk to the metro takes you through the lovely Estrela gardens, and if you're up early enough, you can catch the 28 tram almost outside.
We used the local restaurants a couple of times - they're clearly being used by people from nearby, and amazingly cheap if you eat what they're eating. Fancier places are a bit more of a walk away, but not too far. Supermarket is about ten minutes away, in addition to local shops just up the street.
The apartment is beautifully furnished and equipped. We quite felt like coming to live there, and took some design ideas home for copying! It was spotlessly clean. There was nothing missing - we felt absolutely at home.
There is a small terrace which catches the afternoon sun, so we spent time out there when resting our feet after a day out.
Jose was a most welcoming host. He gave us useful information on the area, transport links and so on and was quick to reply to communication.
We plan to use the place again on our next visit to lovely Lisbon.