We had an excellent time in Elsa's place. She even went out of her way to welcome us at the train station together with her friendly English-speaking son Francisco where she also bought us a bottle of water to refresh. They guided us through the hilly Alfama district until we reached their lovely flat where we were again welcomed with fresh fruits and port. The flat has everything you need - from an emergency medical kit, a TV with access to international channels (Portuguese, English, Spanish, French, German etc.), and a very comprehensive and well-researched travel guide and recommendation. The flat is very central in the Alfama district, and the moment you step out of it, you are in the immediate vicinity of fado-singing restaurants and pasteleria bakeries. The best thing about it all are the hosts, who really work hard to ensure that their guests experience the highest of standards and beat their expectations. Definitely one of the stand-out AirBNB experiences in our European trip.