Hugo and Silvia have a wonderful place, ideal for a couple, and they were fantastic hosts. Hugo told us all we needed to know well in advance, gave us plenty of advice and good tips about the neighborhood on arrival, picked us up from the airport (!), and was easily and reliably reachable by phone during our stay. For reasons beyond our control (airlines, visas, etc.), we had first to plan for leaving a day earlier, then needed to stay a day longer, and Hugo not only put up with us and our back and forth, but offered to help with finding a place for an extra day - his was taken immediately, which shows how popular it is, justifiedly so. Hugo, you're a saint! :) And we enjoyed the bottle of wine!

The neighborhood is Lisbon at its best, and the apartment has a gorgeous view of the river (well worth the 3 floors of narrow stairs). Neighborhood store, tons of excellent restaurants (Pateo 1 3became our favorite), colors and friendly neighbors everywhere, and almost all the major sights and sites in walking distance. The apartment was perfectly clean on arrival, all the needed amenities were there, hard bed but not too hard, good shower, big fridge, toaster, work table and seating area in living room with view, separate eating table close to the kitchen, all just right. Modern yet comfy.

I wish we could stay longer, if not forever, but we'll be back.