Liana answered all inquiries promptly and even helped with train schedules and maps for our visit. The property was even more beautiful than described or shown in the photos provided, and was perfect down to the smallest details. As we arrived by train without a car, Mr. Osario kindly met us at the train station and took us and our luggage directly to the property, and he drove us to a town about 15 minutes away to a large supermarket for groceries, showing us several villages and gorgeous mountain scenery along the way. He also provided fruit and vegetable from his garden. Even though Mr. Osario did not speak English, and we spoke only English, we were able to communicate most questions and needs. His English speaking daughter and son were also available on two occasions to answer questions and provide additional information.
The property is a peaceful relaxing place and also makes a good starting point from which to explore Porto and the Douro River. Trains are frequent and the station is a 15 minute walk (easy to do without luggage). Even though there were only 3 of us, we were the only guests during our 6 days on the property, so had the entire area to ourselves. The kitchen is amazing, well equipped, a beautiful view, and indoor as well as outdoor dining areas. The pool area is also beautiful with a view of the waterfalls and river and the bountiful grape arbors.
I hope to be able to visit again.