Finding the apartment and check-in was easy. Rodrigo is a lovely host, very friendly and helpful but gives you privacy. The apartment was bigger than we expected from the photos. Everything we needed was there, although the lay-out is a bit awkward. It would benefit from a few tweaks, for instance, more kitchen space, somewhere to hang clothes and a full-length mirror. Everything was very clean. The beds were comfortable. We got bitten by a mosquito at night so take insect repellent. The pool was fantastic and we used it every day, likewise the garden and patio. There are fantastic views over the valley. We hardly saw the family, which is great if you like your privacy, but we were a little disappointed as we would have liked to chat and find out more about them. There are a lot of very big, noisy dogs nearby which like to bark alot, especially in the evenings, but they do stop at night. Rodrigo has a small dog but she is very quiet and well-behaved. There are a few small shops and restaurants nearby which have everything you need for your stay. The locals are very friendly and most speak some English. We learned some basic Portuguese which they seemed to appreciate. All in all, we had a lovely time and would definitely recommend Rodrigo's place.