We loved the apartment and the description was exactly as listed. Ema didn't meet with us but she was always communicating and responsive. Francisco, a university student employed by the apt company, met us with great enthusiasm and provided a map with detailed neighborhoods circled -- also provided lots of great suggestions to visit, eat, and what to see. My parents and my husband and I really enjoyed the space. Especially ideal for my aging parents because the apt is located on the first floor (not ground floor). Beautifully renovated apt. Perfectly situated where all the neighborhoods are about a 5 euro cab ride away. We also loved the bakery and Lumar restaurant. Has a strong neighborhood feel, and beautiful praça near the Museu de Arte Antiguo.

We also wanted to extend our stay but the apartment is on Instant Book so by the time I coordinated with my parents and corresponded with Ema, the apartment became booked. It would have been very helpful if Ema removed the Instant Book during this time. The Apt also didnt' come with any basic kitchen cooking items like salt, sugar, spices or detergent, etc. seems like everything gets cleaned out after each guest leaves.

We can't wait to come back and will definitely stay at this apt again, esp if we are with my parents.