Philippe was a great host. When we first arrived, he took time to introduce us to Lisbon while also helping us deal with a lost bag issue that required a trip back to the airport. After that we enjoyed a drink together at a neighborhood restaurant while Philippe gave us yet another opportunity to ask questions about both Lisbon and the apartment.
We stayed in Philippe's apartment for 4 weeks and found it to be a great place to experience Lisbon's Alfama neighborhood. Everything we needed was ready for us in this cozy & comfortable apartment. We could see the river from the apartment and could open the windows in the evening to listen to Fado music from a nearby restaurant. If we wanted more privacy we closed the windows and enjoyed quiet in the middle of the city. Public transportion was easy to access, as the metro station (subway) and bus stops were only a 5-minute walk away, providing easy access to the whole city and surrounding areas. Shops and restaurants were just around the corner and many tourist sights were within walking distance.
My husband and I would be very happy to stay here again. The apartment is on the 4th floor, and the only way up or down is via the staircase, so that might be a concern to people with limited mobility. We were happy to get some exercise going up and down several times each day!