We enjoyed a wonderful vacation in Lisbon to spite an unusually rainy week. The apartment gave us a beautiful "home away from home". When we wanted a break from the rain we could return to our warm apartment and watch the city from the many windows.
Before our arrival Ana and Rita provided very detailed directions on how to find the apartment. We travelled by Metro from the airport to Santa Apolonia station early in the morning. Using the directions provided, we made our way through the maze of Alfama streets with ease. Rita met us precisely on time and we were happy to leave our bags in the apartment.
The apartment was exactly what we expected from the description, photos and other guests reviews. It was very clean, provided many thoughtful amenities and a variety of tourist books. The long trek up narrow stairs to the 4th floor is rewarded with truly spectacular views.
We found the apartment to be conveniently located to grocery stores (we shopped at Pingo Doce in the Santa Apolonia train station and at the small well stocked corner store right outside the apartment doors). There are countless restaurants for every budget; from enjoying a daily "bica" at a neighbourhood cafe to a 5 course tasting menu at an acclaimed restaurant. The apartment is a short walk to trams, buses, metro and trains to explore other parts of the city.
Our early morning flight home required us to take a taxi to the airport and Rita arranged to have one meet us nearby. Our experience with our hosts was perfect from beginning to end.
We are very happy to chose Story Flat Lisbon - Alfama III.