Well appointed, well located and an interesting and fun area to stay

Guest: Catherine and Bob (Amherst, MA)
Date of Stay: 03/11/11 Review Submitted: 03/24/11

This lovely apartment is exactly as advertised. It is bright, spacious, open and in a superb location. We had only six nights and could easily have spent more time. Having read a handful of guides and getting recommendations from friends, we found all of guides we had viewed in the apartment. Felipe has also made a great personal guide to Lisboa with excellent recommendations. Day trips in and out of the city to Cascais, Sintra and across the Tagus for lunch at Ponto Final were all memorable and easily accessed from the apartment. Felipe was a gracious host and all went very smoothly. It was a great first taste of Portugal and we will travel here again. Bob H.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Great Family Vacation

Guest: Lawrence (Ketchikan, Alaska, USA)
Date of Stay: 11/19/10 Review Submitted: 11/29/10

We were very pleased with this apartment in the heart of Chiado. Easy access to transportation, GREAT restaurants and amazing shopping. The apartment is very clean and even though on a very busy street we found sleeping no problem. There is a nice grocery store just down the street. We would definately recommend this apartment and would love to come back some day.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Just returned from Lisbon

Guest: Alex (New Jersey, USA)
Date of Stay: 10/10/10 Review Submitted: 10/15/10

This apartment is a great for exploring all the main attractions of Lisbon on foot (except for Belem). It really is as described, located on a pedestrian shopping street Rua do Carmo, 50 meters from the elevator de Santa Justa (major attraction) with all the shops including supermarkets nearby. The apartment and the building are perfectly clean and safe. The owner, Filipe, is very helpful and accomodating, he even has his own tour guide for Lisbon with great restaurant and store recommendations. I would definitely recommend this place to others. The only downsides of the apartment are: 1. It's difficult to get there by car especially if you don't know the area since all the adjasent streets are one-way and busy with shoppers. Leave the car someplace else, you don't need it in Lisbon. 2. One of the smaller beds was a litle uncomfortable, no big deal if you drink enough Port. Enjoy it. Thanks again, Filipe

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, age 55+, families with teenagers.

Perfect Apartment

Guest: Laurie (New York)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10 Review Submitted: 09/18/10

This apartment was in a fantastic, central location in Lisbon on a beautiful street. We had easy access to all of the sightseeing activities, restaurants and bars that we wanted to visit. Many activities were within walking distance and we felt like locals every time we went in and out of the building. Filipe's father met us to check-in. He was very friendly and charming, and the process was quick and easy. The apartment was very clean and had more than enough linens and all of the necessary kitchen supplies. Filipe's personal Lisbon guide was very helpful and we also appreciated the simple language books that were available to borrow on the bookshelf in the living room. We would recommend traveling to Lisbon, and in particular, staying at this apartment to everyone!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Our three night stay at the apartment was amazing.

Guest: Scott & John (Atlanta, GA, USA)
Date of Stay: 09/08/10 Review Submitted: 09/12/10

The location is perfect...right in the middle of the Chiado and adjacent to Barrio Alto. It is close to absolutely anything: all the fabulous local restaurants, bakeries and shops and right across the street from Armazenz do Chiado for those needing a mall fix or a Starbucks. For the gardeners reading this, we highly recommend the Cafe ’Royale for both its food and the wonderful vertical garden on the outdoor seating area. As far as the apartment itself, we loved it! The building is over 150 years old; however, the apartment is totally upgraded with all the modern conveniences while maintaining the character of the old world. The living areas are huge and nicely furnished with very high ceilings and huge windows to let in light and air, yet double-paned to keep the noise of the city out at night. We, however, enjoyed opening up all the windows in the living and dining rooms to let the sunshine and sounds of the city surround us until evening. The kitchen is fully equipped and modern with a clothes washing machine for quick laundry touch ups. The bedrooms are a nice size and air-conditioned for comfort and again, with double –paned windows, very quiet for sleeping. We enjoyed the place so much that we have already recommended it to several people and are making plans for a return trip for a longer stay! Obrigato Filipe!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Right in the heart of Lisbon

Guest: Van & Tom (Sydney, Australia)
Date of Stay: 07/12/10 Review Submitted: 08/03/10

This apartment is as close to perfect as you can get! It is located on a beautiful cobble-stone street right in the heart of the Chiado area with great shops and restaurants right at your doorstep (there is even a new gelato shop just next door, which opened on our second last day - perfect for dessert!). While it is centrally located there is no problem with security or noise as the apartment is in a secure building. It is within walking distance to some of the most famous sites in Lisbon. Alternatively, you could take a tram or short taxi ride, again these are just close by. The apartment itself is really spacious and we all felt we could have our own space - lounge area, dining, study desk, kitchen, 2 separate bedrooms. Everything you need to have a comfortable stay is provided from the basic cutlery, crockery and towels to thoughtful inclusions like travel books, music and candles. Fillipe was very welcoming and made sure we were comfortable on our arrival. We would have no problems recommending this apartment and the professional way it is managed.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: Dave132 (-)
Date of Stay: 04/19/10 Review Submitted: 04/19/10

The apartment was very clean, spacy and in a convenient location. I've stayed in several rental apartments across europe, and this one stands out for quality. The renter was very flexible about meeting at the property upon arrival. A very good deal for the rate.

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Guest: elizabethlurie (Farmington Hills, Michigan U.S.A.)
Date of Stay: 03/29/10 Review Submitted: 03/29/10

I stayed in the apartment last week with two friends and we couldn't have been more pleased. The location is superb. One can walk easily to the Commercio or the Rossio. A variety of Restaurants and Cafes are found in every direction and during the day, cabs are available just a few steps from the door. While we chose not to cook, we found this apartment better equipped than many others we have rented in the past. Best of all Felipe is available by e mail to offer advice and answer questions. He recommended an evening at Senior Vinto, a Fado restaurant that became one of the highlights of our trip. Thank you, Felipe!

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Guest: Pernille ?gidius Dake (-)
Date of Stay: 02/15/10 Review Submitted: 02/15/10

My third stay in Filipe's apartment just ended and I miss it already. To hang out the window and be entertained by fabulous Fado, balloon magicians, or the occasional learner-flute player, is in itself fantastic. But how everything is within reach, incl. Health food supermarket and Lisbon's only Homeopathic pharmacy makes this the spot to be. Looking up to see clouds fly over the Moorish castle, Sao Jorge and down to the sometimes white- capped Tejo River are pure treats in a town where the streets can 'eat you up'--in a good way. I'm coming back.

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Guest: Jim from Ontario (Ottawa, Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/02/09 Review Submitted: 10/02/09

This apartment is very spacious and fully equipped as a home away from home. It is well located - close to the metro, shops, and churches. Our enjoyment of visiting beautiful Lisbon was enhanced by our four-night stay at this comfortable elegant apartment. We will definitley rent the apartment again in our next trip to Lisbon.

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