We (6 adults and 2 kids + some guests) had a very good stay at Rita's house over the NY. While there were things that didn't go quite well, our hosts were quick to fix them so that our holidays were not spoiled and indeed we've spent a wonderful time.
1. The location is very convenient - the main harbor square is about 10 min downhill; so are a handful of restaurants restaurants etc.; nice park - 15 min; hypermarket Jumbo - 5 min; train station - 7 min (same for Europcar car rental if required).
2. The house is truly nice - well designed for convenience and well equipped. The photos are correct and the feel may even be better. We liked how we could find room and space for everything, so zoning is good. Otherwise, everything as advertised. Let me specifically mentioned that the house is very warm (important and very unusual in Portugal during colder months).
3. Few notes on drawbacks. At one point we had water leakage from the ceiling in one of the bedrooms downstairs, but it was fixed very fast. Also, while we asked for the pool to be heated, it seems that the system is not effective enough, so even after several days of heating it was still moderately warm so not all of us we keen to go there.
4. In general, as already mentioned, the communication was good and the hosts were quick to react to any problem or request.
We certainly recommend the house (with the views above).