Better than we could have imagined!! Joana was a great host and easy to communicate with.
The location was so great. Being right near the river it is easy to get to the commercial center and also easy to cross the bridge to the port houses on the other side of the river. We actually found it quite convenient to stop back in during the day to drop things off, shed a layer, private restroom, etc. Also very close to the train station for our trip to Pinhao.
The apartment itself is also perfect. Spacious with a private bedroom and double doors opening to a little patio overlooking the street and square. We enjoyed watching and listening to the nightlife, but also appreciated that the bedroom was away from the street for a quiet and peaceful sleep.
From the main Camphana train station it was 8 Euro to take a taxi to the key pickup and then on to the apartment. Although the separate location for key pickup is a small hassle, the perfection of location and space far outweigh this minor inconvenience. We actually stayed here twice during our week in Portugal and would not even consider anywhere else on future visits.
We also highly recommend the restaurant downstairs, Mamma Nostra, for pizza, Italian food, and dessert.