Monica & Domingos’ house is beautiful and the room with ensuite is in a section of the house that you will have all to yourself with even a window looking out to the garden. The location is great. It’s just a 10 minute walk to Palacio de Cristal and if you want to go to the historic part of the city (Ribiera), it’s a nice walk, but it’s also good to know that you can get a bus if you want to (Porto is very hilly). I recommend going to Rua do Campo Alegre (a 2 minute walk from the house) and there are several buses that pass there that will bring you downtown (or to the “baixa” as it is known).
Monica and Domingo are very warm and kind-hearted people and as a solo traveller, this is especially important to me. From the beginning, we hit it off. When I came back home after a day’s sightseeing, they happily engaged in conversation with me and they were always genuinely interested. At the same time, they would give you space whenever you need it. I was trying to learn a little Portuguese and they were always helpful and encouraging. We had a lot of lovely conversations and I also fell in love with their two beautiful dogs!
My stay at their house was my best Airbnb experience so far. It was such a pleasure to stay with them. They went beyond what was necessary with their kindness and you should not miss the chance to stay there! We parted as friends and I hope we will meet again!