We (5 friends) stayed at Joao's house for 3 nights during the Carnival and we truly had the time of our lifes, especially thanks to the maginificient place we had the priviledge staying at. The house was more than large enough to accomodate 5 people and especially Rosa (the house keeper) made us feel like at home. I therefore can but highly recommend this house no matter whether you travel with family or friends.