The gold & grey loft is a beautiful and calming place to stay. The loft is exactly as the pictures display, and better in ‚reality‘. Maria personally welcomed and offered is some tips for us - also art and architect lovers. Communication between them was straight forward, timely, and easy. There were great bars, coffee places close by, and the proximity to everything (including the train to the airport, the river Douro, and city attractions) was perfect. Safe too. The orchestra of seagulls and other birds in the early morning was beautiful to me, but for my partner it affected his sleep. I highly recommend this beautiful oasis - maybe just remember your earplugs!