Don't let the outside appearance mislead you... it's old school Portugal from the outside but the inside is nicely appointed, clean and well suited for the two of us. The location can't be beat as it is steps from the river. My only concern was the mattress...too firm for my taste and uncomfortable.... on the other hand my wife was fine with it. So it's a matter of what you prefer.... but on he whole, a great little placement. FYI... There were about 20 steep stairs to climb to get to the apartment as their is no elevator of course given the age of the building... we managed just fine. I would defiantly come back. The host was easily reached and accommodating.