We stayed in Matt's perfect apartment for one week in June 2012 and we only wish we could have stayed longer! The apartment is perfectly located just around the corner from Santa Apolonia station (trains, Metro etc) in the lovely, traditional Alfama region of the city. Everything is a short walk or Metro ride away, there is a supermarket across the street and the riverfront is just at the bottom of the hill. You have all modern conveniences in the apartment - tv, wifi, induction cooker, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer etc. No aircon but the old, traditional building with it's thick walls ensures that you are never too warm, and there is also a large, portable fan provided just in case you need it. The apartment itself is even better than the photos - the living area is bright, comfortable and admits a cool breeze through double doors that face onto the street, the bathroom is modern and has a huge shower, the bedroom is large with good wardrobe space and a massive, comfortable bed. Finally - the terrace is very large for such an apartment and is beautifully landscaped with plants and flowers. It has a bbq, sun loungers and a dining area. Also, it is not overlooked and is an absolute sun trap so bring your sun screen! When we arrived, Matt helped us figure out the best spots for surfing and beach visits and gave us advice on restaurants and day trips. He text me a few more times throughout our stay to ensure that everything was going well - he was the perfect host. I can't recommend this place highly enough - thanks Matt!