The first impression one gets after unlocking the door is how spacious the apartment is. There's literally room for dancing between the bed and the couch. The neutral palette of the decor favors relaxation and (much needed) rest after a busy day in Porto. The bed is big and very comfy and the beautiful light that filters through the four huge windows is not a problem if you want to sleep in: the shutters provide complete darkness if needed. AC working like a charm — which is great because Porto was still hot even in late, late summer. The kitchen is well furnished for those who like to cook and the bathroom is great, too. (Door tastefully hidden from the living area!)
The location is amazing: a short walk (uphill) from São Bento station and a block away from the Mercado do Bolhão. Lots of restaurants and cafés nearby. The street is full of buzz, but is not noisy and calms down a lot after the shops close and only restaurants and bars remain open. Regardless, the apartment itself is pretty much impervious to any street noise.
Marta was the perfect host: we never really had to reach her! She provided all info we needed a couple days before we arrived and it was all smooth sailing afterwards. Our stay in Porto was perfect!