Staying at Francois's apartment in Lisbon is like stepping into another time period. The antique furnishings in the apartment are absolutely delightful. As is the azulejo tile in the kitchen and bathrooms. The apartment is very spacious; we spent many afternoons just enjoying the living room on the main level as well as the living room on the third floor. The view of the river was absolutely breathtaking. Although the apartment is a thirty minute walk from the Center of town, we enjoyed the exercise to burn off some of the calories from all of the pasteis we had eaten every day. Of course, there are buses and trolleys that run nearby - for those that would rather ride. I would definitely stay at Francois's beautiful apartment the next time I find myself in Lisbon.