We stayed at Julia's to avoid being in central Porto and it was a good choice. Parking on the street was relatively easy to find and to load or unload the car we were able to pull up right outside the house, which has an ancient (and now defunct) laneway running beside it. The house is roomy and there are several attractive extras, such as a garden and outside dining. This is an old family home so it has a nice atmosphere of old Portugal, but has been renovated and everything works, especially the hot water which needs careful monitoring: it is very hot! We came back late one night not having eaten and discovered a good pizzeria just around the corner that is open until 11 p.m. A good place to stay out of Porto. Thanks Julia.