Joao is a great host to work with, responding very quickly to messages and answering any questions. He picked me up from the train station and drove me to his place, which was very kind and helpful. Joao spent the time to help orient me to Porto looking at a map and providing many great recommendations of things to do while in town. The location of the apartment is incredible is an absolutely beautiful, historic, village-like neighborhood in Porto; words really can’t do it justice. This area is a hidden gem tucked away, yet still central and in easy walking distance to most everything. As others have noted, the charm of its location also comes with many stairs to access the apartment, so is maybe not the best option for those with mobility impairments. Highly recommend this home!