Joao is a wonderful host and with his son, also Joao, made us feel very welcome. They were there to meet us on our arrival and show us how everything worked. They had maps and guides for us in English, a huge bowl of fruit, milk and juice. Thankyou. They also gave us contact numbers in case we needed anything. The apartment felt brand new and was very clean. The kitchen was spotless, well equipped (e.g.brand new toaster, sandwich press and microwave) It was a very comfortable apartment with lots of natural light. The two bedrooms access a balcony which overlooks the vibrant main street, which is very beautiful with traditional architecture, yet they are quiet for a good nights sleep. The apartment is perfectly situated to easily explore Porto on foot. The stairs to the second floor apartment are wide and easy to access. The block is secure and safe. It is an easy and interesting walk to the Rio Duro and all the markets and restaurants and river cruise wharves. The apartment is also close to restaurants, a huge range of shops, secure paid parking and busses and trains. We enjoyed a great dinner and live Fado at Restaurant Rampinha, only 20m from our front door and breakfast just across the street was also very good. We highly recommend Joao's apartment as a great place to stay when visiting Porto and it will be our first choice when we return.