The listing of the property is entirely accurate, and the pictures representative of the flat. It's a very comfortable space, with excellent facilities offered, including coffee and tea and something for breakfast.

Manuel and Margarida were superb hosts, going so far as to pick us up from a nearby metro station and bring us to the property. Manuel also acts as a five-star tour guide, providing maps and suggestions for local sightseeing, including some spots and restaurants that would not normally be found by tourists.

There are some clever touches which make this property superior to a hotel room, such as the provision of a music player with local fado and other genres playing throughout the flat, and lots of reading material about the area and Portuguese culture. This gives a cultural introduction to your holiday, as well as somewhere to stay.

The area is in the Mouraria - a section of the historical city, sections of which which survived the 1755 earthquake. This is an extremely atmospheric area to stay, like being situated in an open air museum, and also within walking distance to other areas worth visiting, such as Baixa-Chiado, Rossio and Cais De Sodre.

There are some excellent restaurants all within walking distance, which Margardia and Manuel can point out to you when you move in.

Communication with Margarida and Manuel was effortless, with replies being immediate and helpful.

We highly recommend this property and these hosts.