We stayed here for 8 nights and had a wonderful visit to Porto in June.
Maria lives very nearby, but was not at all intrusive, but nearby if required.
Maria made us feel very welcome and was excellent in all arrangements for our stay. This included a 'late check-out' on our final day as we did not fly till 8.30 p.m. This was despite new visitors arriving the next day, few people would do this I believe.
Apartment was fantastic with superb sea view from spacious balcony where we spent many hours, as it gets the sun from 1.30 - 2 p.m. onwards to sunset.
As to cleanliness, I commented on arrival to my wife that it was so clean 'you could probably perform operations there' !! Well equipped kitchen and small diner were put to good use with room on balcony to eat if you wished. Very comfortable lounge and further table and chairs if required. Black-out blinds to lounge and bedroom ensured light did not interfere with a good nights sleep. Family bathroom and further W.C. also add to feeling of luxury !!
Maria kindly had some provisions in the fridge for our arrival and condiments, sauces etc were also provided and really useful.
These were replaced and left as required for future visitors.
Fully equipped with dish-washer and washing machine for clothes for longer stays.
Excellent public transfer links allow visits to Porto town easily with a bus service that puts Essex UK to shame on price, new buses and punctuality.
To conclude, we cant recommend Maria's apartment too highly, she could not have been more friendly or welcoming - A big thank you Maria !!