Fernando's flat is cozy but just fine for our 4-day stay. Many interesting attractions are within walking distance or a short taxi ride. Taxis do circulate half a block away and there's a stand just 2 blocks away. It's not a place for much actual cooking, but who needs that with all the great Lisbon food? The flat is near a path that tour groups often take so you do hear them from time to time, but not before 9AM or after 8PM. If you're challenged by stairs you should know that it's off of a staircase--lots of those in Lisbon--so the flat may not suit. Fernando is a lovely, helpful and cheerful person--great host!