My family and I had the great fortune of staying here for 6 wonderful nights while I attended a meeting at the Congress Center. Ricardo and Leonir are excellent hosts, who greeted us big smiles, a short tour of the property, but most importantly, a spectacular port and almonds to snack on. The villa was spacious, beautifully decorated with antiques, clean, and comfortable. The garden is charming, and the pool greatly appreciated after a long day of sightseeing. The location is perfect - easy walking distance to the Congress Center as well as the shops and restaurants on the boardwalk. There’s a bus/tram stop right across the street, so transportation was as easy as it gets. I was also happy not having to walk up and down a steep hill while coming/going to the congress as many of my colleagues did. We truly felt at welcome, and called the villa “home” as that’s how we thought of it. Leonir’s sightseeing and restaurant recommendations were spot on, and she went out of her way to ensure all of our comforts were met, even buying umbrellas for us as the forecast called for rain one day. My only regret was being so busy with the meeting, I had limited time to enjoy the house. But my husband, son, and brother, who were vacationing, relished their time there, sleeping in, exploring Lisbon, and relaxing in the garden. I highly recommend staying at Ricardo and Leonir’s villa, whether you are in Lisbon for a congress or vacation, and hope to someday come back to this magical place.
