As of now, Ericeira is my favorite place in Portugal, and the Studio is a very good place to stay in terms of host (Paolo)/hostess’(Elaine) responsiveness and communication, and the space cleanliness, location, & value.
If you enjoy breathtaking ocean beauty, long walks, quietness, and waking up to bird’s singing, the Studio is greatly located.
Having Praia Ribeira d’llhas—considered one of the best in Europe for surfing and bodyboarding—a twenty minute walk north up the road; and Praia da Empa twenty minutes walk south down the road is a WONDERFUL thing! Both beaches are part of the Ericeira World Surfing Reserve.
Couple of heads up:
The absence of any sunlight coming into the space during our long-term stay was challenging. Definitely missed being inside with sunlight. The balcony has a beautiful view, yet also lacked direct sun exposure. This might be different at another time of year.
The studio is approximately 40 minutes walk north from the center of the town of Ericeira. A car might be useful.
However, the walk south along the sea, and the incredible sunsets, are worth every minute!
And in twenty minutes you come to Praia de São Sebastião, and on your left, in the parking lot, on the weekends, a Market!
Look for the women who are closest to the chapel structure: great produce, great prices, & delicious cheeses!
Enjoy Ericeira!