Staying at Sandra and Joao's was the perfect Lisbon experience. The flat is beautiful and comfortable and the location is close to everything-- wonderful restaurants, cafes, metro and train station, and the famous and fantastic tram #28. The neighborhood is interesting and colorful and not very touristy. We didn't meet Sandra but did meet Joao, and he was so helpful, kind and informative. He even helped me get my giant suitcase down the stairs when I left and helped hail me a cab to the train station. We fell in love with Lisbon and would love to come back again soon. Obrigada!