We stayed for a good 10 days to enjoy Lisbon , and this location fit the bill as we planned everything from this location. We had other friends also living close by so location was key for us.
Let me start by saying the pro's -
1. Great Location.
2. 10 min walk to almost anything.
3. within minutes to restaurants and bars.
4. Owner very responsive to messages and seems to know the area well - ask a question and you will get good recommendations eg : bus station , parking etc.
Now the cons.
1. This place is small - picture does not do justice.
we were 3 of us and the place is small.
2. The place does not have any ventilation. One small window in the living room and no ventilation in the bedroom or bathroom. The bathroom is a furnace - very hot.
3. The apartment was on the upper floor with 1 flight of stairs. Be careful they are very steep and if you have big bags be ready for some good exercise here.
4. The biggest issue we had was the a/c not being functional. With temperatures reaching 30 and 35 degree Celsius ( 90 - 100 Fahrenheit ) . With no ventilation the house is a furnace. Water was leaking from the a/c. The owner did send in a technician but not of much help. I was told this is the best what could be done and that if I wanted to move out I could do so. Well its easy said than done - this is what did not go well. With so much planning one cannot just move out of this house and go to another the whole planning goes for a toss. I was expecting a better resolution to this issue.
I would just say if you go in summer make note of this - there is no ventilation in the house and a/c is a big issue.
Thanks
Ketan