Ok so, we’re a family who holiday a fair amount, We also happen to own our own rental properties, including one in Portugal, We’re relatively relaxed in our outlook to things and when staying in other rentals don’t tend to be too judgemental when it comes to the aesthetics, We’re more about the experiences you have whilst being there. That being said…
We we’re not aware that on arrival, after what seemed to be a quick head count, that that most of the bedrooms were being locked, my assumption when booking the house was that we have booked the ‘Whole’ house?? When I inquired as to what they were being shut off and locked for - I was told that we needed to pay extra to have them unlocked! Huh? You may ask … why do they need the extra bedrooms? We’re only a family of 4 …. Why not? The whole house is the whole house right? It was more than that though, the bedrooms that were being locked had the best access to the outside patio and games area, the top bedroom has the best views over the countryside? Anyway… we paid to have the bottom opened and it took away from the experience of checking into a new place after a long days travelling. Things like the pool pump not working, door handles being lose, the shower pressure , broken bicycles and ridiculously expensive saunas took away from the experience a bit.
Overall though…. , it’s definitely worth the say, we had a good time the kids loved exploring the garden and playing in the games room. Other than a few minor improvements, I think the hosts are on the right track, a 7 out of 10 from us. With a little TLC it’s a good 8 👍