We spent a week in André's apartment in October and thoroughly enjoyed it. The location cannot be beat and even though it is in the midst of Alfama's winding alleyways and stepped pathways it's surprisingly easy to find breakfast and, at the end of a long day's walking, to grab a tram. We particularly appreciated the ease with which we could open the windows and French doors to let the afternoon breeze in - it really was like being on a terrace - and as this was André's own home it's properly set up with good quality kitchen utensils and the like.

André is a charming host and we made good use of his local recommendations and his library of architecture and travel books. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this property or to stay there again.