We had the most wonderful week at Joao and Andreia - in fact, it feels like we struck Airbnb gold. Bispo's Family House is in a great location, with the centre of town a gentle stroll away and excellent beaches for swimming and surfing close by. The property is in a quiet gated community, with a pool and tennis courts. We fully intended to use these, but we just couldn't wrench ourselves away from the beach and the surf (small the week we were there, so perfect for our sons who are beginners).
We were met at the house by Joao and his wife, and were really happy the minute we walked through the door. We didn't actually cook as there were so many good restaurants in Ericeira (Joao gave us great recommendations), but the kitchen was perfectly equipped to knock up a three-course meal. In fact, anything we thought of had been provided. One huge plus for my husband and I was the quality of the beds and bed linen. We slept deeply every night, as did the various members of our family who joined us for several days. There were eight of us in total, and the property is so charmingly put together and that there were plenty of spaces inside and outside to socialise, and also plenty of corners for some solitude.
I must also mention the delicious hamper of local produce that Joao gave us on arrival. Delicious cheeses, bread (Portuguese bread is amazing!), some lovely Vinho Verde and cherries. To provide such a bounty was incredibly generous and touching.
We arrived pretty exhausted to Ericeira after a number of weeks on the road, but had the most relaxing holiday and are already planning a return trip next year. Thank you. x