We stayed at Cristina's apartment for a week in August with two girls (7 and 10). First of all I can see why Cristina is a superhost, as the communication and hospitality were superb! Cristina was always super quick to reply and nothing was too much trouble for her.
The apartment is very spacious, super clean and tastefully decorated, perfect for families. The area is great, too, so close to the beach but yet not too far from town. Supermarkets, shops, coffee shops and restaurants near but quiet at night. Cristina recommended a few lovely places, we particularly enjoyed Casa Vasco, Bar Tolo, Tavi for pizza and Mademoiselle for yummy cakes :)