Where do I begin? My husband (this is Jason’s wife, Michelle) and I were due to begin a seven-week trip, starting in Lisbon. We chose this apartment primarily because of the incredible view.
But when my husband had a stroke and was admitted to hospital, I had no idea what to do. I didn’t know a single person in Lisbon and had no idea which way was up. Had it not been for the incredible support and generosity of our Airbnb host, Pedro, I’m not sure how I would’ve managed.
He’s the loveliest, most helpful man. He went out of his way to help me in numerous ways and I’m forever grateful.
As for the apartment itself, the view is just phenomenal. Even at such an awful time, I was captivated by how beautiful it was. The apartment was sparkling clean, with a couple of lovely touches, like wine and coffee in the fridge.
I also felt incredibly safe, as the only way to enter the building and the apartment is with security codes. All of this – along with other useful information – is communicated clearly in a series of lead-up emails.
It is the perfect apartment for a couple or solo traveller. My husband and I look forward to returning after his recovery.