Casa do Olival

We stayed in one of the rooms available to rent in the shared rental space. Our room itself was great - a comfy bed and comfy pillows, a tv with a variety of channels (including several english-speaking channels), roller blinds to block out light, a balcony with seating and a beautiful view of vineyards, and sufficient towels and toiletries (including bar soap, shower gel, and hand soap). Because this is a shared rental, you'd expect noise from other tenants but either the soundproofing is great or we just got lucky because we rarely heard anything other than birds chirping. In addition to the room, the shared spaces were great - a living room with a big tv, a dining area which was also used by us as a working area next to the living room, a kitchen (with use of a fridge, dishes, utensils, and a microwave and coffee and tea was provided), another dining area in the kitchen, a balcony off the kitchen, and a backyard in which you can relax on hammocks while you're surrounded by vines, fruit and vegetable gardens, and chirping birds. There is also a parking spot provided and free street parking, and the place/area is safe and secure. The rental is walking distance to the river, wineries, restaurants, bars, and the old town. The host, Adelino, is super awesome - if you get a chance to visit his cafe/bar in old town, you won't regret it! I highly recommend this rental and would stay again!

Location. Adelino was very friendly. The place was clean. It was a nice place to stay.

The hot water turned cold quite quickly.

There was some rubbish on the floor. The mats were very slippery.

Quiet surroundings, flexible attitude owner to receive us at late night

Small room , old furniture although bathroom was nice renovated

The apartment was good and had enough space for 1-day stay. The bathroom was good and clean. The apartment is far from any road with traffic so it's very quiet. Free parking on the road. Owner was very helpful in helping us with the luggage. The location is good although you need a car to get to the center.

No elevator. No reception. We arrived at 6-7PM and had to call the owner to receive us and give the keys (he arrived in 5-10 minutes and was very helpful).

Host was friendly and the room was clean and comfortable. Loved the varender. The location is great, within walking distance to the centre.

Lovely tranquil view from balcony. Kitchen very neat and useful. Excellent coffee.Aircon efficient and bathroom superb.The area you have access to is huge and very relaxing.