Alexandra is the most thoughtful host. To start with, the kitchenette is stocked with a variety of breakfast staples and snacks -- bread, Nespresso, teas, milk, fruits, biscuits, and more! Her communication is timely, friendly and informative, and she always replies promptly if you have questions. The apartment is clean, not huge but is well-designed with a pretty spacious bathroom, good storage, and all the essential appliances including washer/dryer and air-conditioners. The nearby parking spot in a private garage is super-useful if you're using Porto as base to drive around north Portugal and the Douro Valley. Location: The biggest plus is that it's pretty close to the newly renovated Mercado do Bolhão, a fantastic gourmet/farmers market! The apartment faces the the courtyard of a high(?) school and during the day you will hear the youths' cheerful chatter. We love it because that's real Porto living. Also, a visitor to Porto should already be prepared to walk up-and-downhill a lot. The apartment is located just at the edge of the Santa Catarina pedestrian thoroughfare, so it does take a bit of uphill walking to get to from the riverside.