There was great communication with Rita & Miguel before our arrival including detailed directions to the apartment, asking our plans and flight details so they could help in any way possible. I cannot tell you how reassuring it is to know that they have your interests at heart. It is really easy to travel in Portugal with trains, metro and taxis, but we were arriving late and Miguel picked us up from the airport for the same cost as a taxi. This made the start to our holiday very easy and relaxed. Miguel took the time to explain the apartment, amenities, and locality and also made recommendations of where to eat and what to visit.
The apartment is small, but for one or two people has everything you need and is very central. (We walked almost everywhere – only getting a cab when there was a rainstorm). The bed is very comfy, the apartment is clean and there is a tiny kitchen if you need it. Miguel and Rita provide coffee for the coffee machine and left us a small bottle of muscatel, which was lovely. Rita has also put together a really comprehensive guide to Lisbon which is worth a read. If you need a base to visit Lisbon that’s not a soulless hotel, I can heartily recommend Peter’s flat. What really makes the difference is Rita & Miguel’s help and guidance.