We booked this place based on reviews from others. The highlight seemed to be "location". Sad to say, there is not much else positive to say. We believe in giving honest reviews that will help other travelers, especially if you are coming from far away, as we did.
The location is excellent. The view of the river cannot be beat. The bed (NOT a King as listed) was very comfortable but needed more pillows. Quiet at night except for other guests coming in and out. We found a newer toaster in the kitchen and 2 really nice wine glasses. The coffee maker was broken, we found an old espresso maker that had a broken seal and very stained inside and used that. The coffee cups were cracked and old. There was nothing to wash dishes with except a moldy, dirty sponge. BUT the water was nice and hot. The bathroom was very, very small and had nowhere to put your toiletries. The mold growth was HORRIBLE and unhealthy. Nowhere to wash clothes, even though a washing machine was supposed to be included. No clothes pins to hang hand washing. This place could be a little gem if Luis would put some money into it. Fix the broken floor instead of hiding it under a dirty rug! He did respond to our request for hand soap and dish soap. Leaving some old soap that others have used in the shower is just disgusting. The fan above the stove is broken also. Beautiful river front and watching the boats on the Duoro is magical.