I cannot offer any suggestions for being a great host.
Ana - and her husband, Pierre - are already great hosts!
I can only say "thank you".
I felt as if I was meeting old friends... they made me feel so comfortable in their flat, I didn't want to leave.
I have stayed in several AirBnBs + hotels on this trip in Portugal and this apartment was the most special. Even the pillows were the best! Feather, of course!
I would definitely suggest this flat... a real gem... with a view of the castel...
Thank you again, Ana + Pierre!