I'm a travel agent and i know all disappointments occur when the reality do not meet expectations. So it's important to prepare yourself and to understand what are you booking.
Imagine you went camping to the forrest and was going to stay in a tent but instead of a tent you got a roof, proper bed, hot water, kitchen, fridge and a yard with open air shower. No, you still don't have internet, air conditioner, toaster, microwave or jacuzzi - but it's a cabana/hut, not a luxury villa.
But it is quiet, it is safe, it is close enough to 403 bus stop, shops, cafes - so for the price you pay you get quite enough.
There was no smell of mothballs other people complain about. But there were moths. And plenty of other neighbors like lizards, crickets, butterflies, a toad (outside of the hut). Some mosquitos. But you do expect it in the countryside, don't you?
It was not hot inside in Sept, i would even say quite cold at night (+16) but the blanket is very good. But it must be really cold in winter.
There is enough cutlery, plates, cups - and oh my god their frying pans are a m a z i n g. I need the same urgently :).
I did walk to the beach once (praia de adrago) - don't do it please. It is really far, 3km down the busy road, no sidewalks. And these 3km feels like 13 when going up on the way back. I tgought about getting a taxi but it was impossible to call uber or bolt from the beach. And the ocean is really rough.
I was lucky to find uber to Azenhos do mar - and i do recommend it as one the most beautiful places in Portugal. Try their natural swimming pool, you won't forget this experience.
It's a pity i cannot attach photos to the review - they are much better than those you see in a listing :).