This precious apartment is hands down one of the best places I have stayed. The location is picturesque to say the least and Joanne is an absolutely incredible host. I have never experienced such personalized attention as she gave ....before, during and after the trip. She made the transition seamless and even helped arranged a charming driver at a reasonable fare from/to the airport. The apartment is quaint, clean and has everything one might need (even a little sewing kit for repairs :). The view from the living/dining window is stunning and the view from the main bedroom balcony is very sweet. The walls are solid so it is pretty quiet for sleep though a highlight for us was hearing the Fado music and conversations of people in the streets below when you open the french doors of the balcony. It is truly a "community" and the sights, sounds, smells and ambiance completely captivated us.