I cannot say enough good things about my stay at Sofia and Miguel's Lovely Lisbon House. The hosts were amazing: excellent communication, very accommodating regarding details, and available to quickly answer any questions.
The house is PRISTINE - it was so clean that we felt like we were the very first people to stay there!
The location is ideal - close enough to all the touristic areas, but extremely peaceful and beautiful - and we could not believe how quiet it is at night!
There was PLENTY of room for everyone to spread out and feel at-home - without feeling like you are on always on top of one another. I also particularly liked the office area, as it provided an ideal space for me to catch up on some work while traveling without having to take up space in the kitchen, dining area, or bedroom.
The home is beautifully and stylishly appointed and the hosts have thought of every detail to equip it with anything a guest might need.
There are restaurants, pastry shops, and quaint cafes close by, and the grocery store is only a short (and easy) walk away.
We loved spending mornings and evenings on the rooftop terrace - a stunning place to watch the sun set (or rise) and the moonlit skies with views of Bairro Alto and Christo Rei in the distance were nothing short of breathtaking.
Morning trips down to Avenida Liberdade in the elevator/tram (Acensor da Livra) were quaint and a nostalgic and excellent way to start the day. Marquis de Pombal Square and Rossio are only a short walk away and we left feeling like we were definitely in better shape than when we arrived.
Uber is also an affordable and very convenient way to get around the city, but we also had great experiences using the metro - clean, simple to navigate, and a fast and easy alternative to uber and the tourist buses!
Jardim do Torel - mere steps from the door - is an excellent place to enjoy a quiet moment, catch the sunset with views of the Arch in Praca do Comercio, or watch the people of Lisbon relaxing and enjoying their day. There is also a cafe where you can grab a coffee or end your day with a beer of glass of wine.
I am ALWAYS sad each time I leave from a visit in Portugal, however it was even more difficult this time, as Sophia and Miguel's place is truly the perfect spot to spend some more time getting to know and appreciate all there is to love about this great city and its kind, heart-warming, and inspiringly hospitable people!
I cannot wait to return again and (hopefully) AGAIN, and I Highly Recommend Sophia and Miguel's Lovely Lisbon House for your visit to this breathtaking and beautiful city!!!