Our host Nuno is a very genial and extremely gracious. He received us at the airport, helped with the luggage and escorted us to the flat where a welcome basket with complimentary wine, cheese and fruits was awaiting. Nuno explained all the features, gave us directions, tips, advice about the locality, places to see, transport advice etc. He also gave us some travel cards to top up to be used and later accompanied us to a nearby supermarket to get essential supplies.
The flat was clean, spacious and being on the 9th floor was well lighted through large windows affording good views of the adjacent University, Law Courts, the prison, Lisbon’s high-rise edifices and the distant hills in the horizon. The foreground view was blighted by the presence of unused, dilapidated building. The flight path to the nearby airport was just above the block, this did not bother us unlike some of the reviews. On the contrary it kept our 2 year old grandson occupied. The flat was spacious enough to comfortably accommodate 4 adults with additional sleeping space on the chaise lounge. Of course, a queue for the bathroom was inevitable. This latter was modern and had a powerful shower within a bath tub. The kitchen was very well equipped as described in the listing including a washing machine, dish washer and other kitchen appliances. The central heating did not work but Nuno provided us with 2 portable heaters as the nights and early mornings were cold. The flat was not far from mini-markets, fruit and vegetable shops and cafes. The beautifully manicured Edurado VII Park was about 10 minutes walk and nearby was the large shopping centre El Cortes Ingles. There were nearby transport links from where the rest of Lisbon was accessible. The neighbourhood appeared safe and relatively quiet as we walked back to the flat from our son’s place in the vicinity of El Cortes Ingles every night during our stay.
Nuno was always available, friendly, polite, attentive to our needs, and comforts. We could not have asked for a more considerate host. We have no hesitation in recommending this place and will definitely be coming back here again.