João was a very considerate and helpful host. He waited for us at the airport, and drove us to the house himself. He had bought us fresh fruit and wine, and gave us many tips on where to shop, eat and take our kids (7 and 10 yrs). We found everything as it is in the photos, but what doesn't show up well in them is that the appartment has such a nice lofty, spacious atmosphere because of the high ceiling. To the nearest beach it's a five minute walk, to the train station maybe six. Trains run frequently to Lisbon or you can take the bus and be in Sintra in half an hour. Cascais is a nice and friendly place , we would love to go there again and can recommend it to anyone who likes to be close to Lisbon but wants a peaceful, quiet place to stay. For parents with young children João's house is ideal, it has no staircase and a secluded little garden to let them play, or dry the laundry.
Thank you very much João, we had a wonderful week and felt comfortable and at home in your place!