Maria and her son were very helpful and very quick to respond t our requests such as arranging taxis.The house is in a great location close to the beach and very close to the railway station if you want to go into Porto or elsewhere by train. There are cafes and restaurants in Granja and Aguda and a grocery store in each. Espinho with large supermarkets is also close in a car. There is noise from the trains but we all got used to it very quickly. The house is in a grand style as the pictures show and will appeal to many.