My wife, baby and I stayed for two nights at Joao's place and we found it a refreshing break from the touristy centers that surround it (Cascais and Lisbon). This is the place to stay if you want to experience the beach, the great cuisine, and the pace of life of the Portuguese coast away from the crowds. We especially enjoyed walking two blocks to the coast and back, especially at night. It was close enough to easily drive to Cascais and enjoy the coastal scenery of the Guincho coast. The apartment itself was very comfortable and had everything we needed. It was nice to have a kitchen on our trip--we bought ingredients at the local mercados and made a great dinner.