marco’s place looks exactly like the photos! it’s light, bright & artfully decorated. we were met at the apt by someone who i think was the housekeeper who helped us up the stairs (48) with our luggage.
the location is a great spot. lots of cafes and shops and groceries nearby by and an easy walk to the heart of things. however, it can be noisy with the windows open starting in the morning and late into the night. the shutters closed help a lot but you also need them for some air flow.
overall, our interaction with marco was very efficient and smooth, and he was available for questions. many thanks for a lovely home base in porto!