We had a great experience from start to end with Joao. He was prompt in responding and was a very pleasant gentleman. His property is located steps away to a charming area with a winding uphill climb of shops, restaurants, and bars. Santa Apolonio train station is just 5 minutes to the left and the Plaza de Commercial is 10 minutes to the right. His apartment is very well equipped, very clean and comfortable. 2 people per bedroom is comfortable, but there are also folded rollaways. 1 rollaway will fit in 2 of the 4 bedrooms, but there won't be walking space after that so you have to fold the bed back each morning. Kitchen is very well equipped. He provided nice quality towels, an ample starter supply of toilet paper, and also a welcome bottle of porto and cookies. His place looks better than the photos! But if you are traveling with older people or individuals with knee problems, or have super heavy luggage, be warned that you need to climb 3 flights of stairs.