All those positive reviews are spot-on. The view from Teka's penthouse apartment is stunning. I visited in February '22 and it was a bit too cool to sit outside much, but just stepping outside with your final glass of wine for the day and watching the city unfold at your feet, wow, that's incredible! I am somebody who likes light in a room/apartment, and this incredible apartment should get 6 out of 5 stars.
The sheer size of the living accommodations are so un-European! A really large living room, a huge kitchen (totally modern, with anything that you could ever need), a small but not claustrophobia bedroom, and a proper bathroom with shower, toilet, and bidet, plus corridors with closet space--I want to think that the size must be around 70 to 85 square meters. Perfect for a long-term stay for one or two people. The terrace is huge! There is outdoor furniture and a gas grill (although with the fabulous Portuguese cuisine you probably won't use that option for shorter stays). You're on the 7th floor, but there is an elevator, so no sweat.
It's about a 12 to 15 min walk to the nearest metro. When i departed I left the apartment at 6:05 with my luggage and walked to the Alameda station, which provides a direct metro line to the airport. I got to the station at 6:25, nice and easy walk, and the metro open at 6:30. At 6:50 I was in the airport. Cost is 1.50 euro! You can't beat that!
Bike share (Gira) is about a 12 minute walk away. Wonky app that is kinda finicky. (Do not use the "top-up" option as I will never see my 5 euro again, but at 2 euros a day and (currently) unlimited 45-minute rides it's the lowest cost bike share system I've seen anywhere. Yes, that includes the eBikes!
Teka's place is not too far from a supermarket (about 10 min), a brew pup, AMO, and numerous (unspectacular) testaurants. Nightlife is not in the area, but public transport runs until a bit after midnight, and riding the share bikes is super safe at night as well. (I did bring my helmet, BTW. Very quiet, and you can be in the area where you will want to sight-see in 20 min or so. The apartment was super clean, and the washer/dryer were great as well.
Finally, Teka was so pleasant to deal with. Because of an ice storm in DFW my return flight was cancelled and I had to spend an extra two nights in Lisbon (oh boohoo! :)), and Teka worked with me and there was no problem with staying the extra 48 hrs in her place instead of having to resort to a hotel. easy communication. I knew that I dealt with an understanding person who will treat you the way you should treat your hosts--with honesty, respect, and friendliness.
To wrap it up: You cannot go wrong with Teka's place. I fell in love with Lisbon, and I know where I'll stay next time again. Obregada!