15-19 October 2013
The apartment is very well equipped, spanking clean with large comfortable beds, bedding and ample towels. It is at the end of the town. Good access to the beach & wonderful for long walks along the esplanade.

This must be fine for summer-time beach holidays according to other guests reviews. Our 5 days there in the Autumn season was spoilt by the never-ending wailing of the fog siren [just like an air-raid siren] warning the fishing boats in the harbour right across the road from the apartment. From 4am till past midnight! This is not Patricia's fault but it is very nerving.
The apartment was difficult to find and it is on the 3rd floor with no lift.

Best to stock up on supplies at Continent or Lidl, as you enter Povoa de Varzim if you want to do some self-catering. Many of the logas and restaurants were closed after the hectic summer holiday season when we were there. Obviously, this is a very good summer-time beach destination!

By chance we discovered the historic pedestrian mall one evening and this was indeed a lovely area to stroll around with cafes & nice shops. A refreshing refuge amongst all the holiday apartments.

The beautiful old historic town, [next to Povoa de Varzim] called Vila do Conde, is well worth a visit. Sadly we only discovered this best kept secret on our last day.

We did not meet Patricia.The keys were handed over by gentleman waiting for us at the apartment. We do recommend her apartment and wish her every success with her Airbnb business.
Best wishes and regards,
Gillian