Frequently Asked Questions
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All our guides are available online, designed to support you wherever you are in the world. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine and elevate what you've already built, our Waves of Hosting series offers step-by-step guidance to help you move forward with clarity and ease. From soulful guest experience and emotional journey mapping to styling, strategy, operations, and beyond—each guide is created to gently guide and inspire you. Simply sign up to receive each new wave straight to your inbox, ready to explore in your own time, at your own pace.
Physically, we’re rooted in the sun-drenched Algarve, where we offer most of our in-person services. We’re also gently expanding into the Alentejo—a region where slow living feels beautifully at home.
And if you’d like to meet face to face—whether it’s for a consultation, a coffee, or even a glass of bubbly—we’d love to connect. Just get in touch and we’ll take it from there.
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Start with our online guides—designed to help you elevate your vacation home in a considered, soulful way. Each one is packed with styling inspiration, guest experience ideas, and strategic insights to help your space shine and attract the right kind of bookings.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine what you’ve already built, our step-by-step resources are designed to support whatever you’re hoping to get out of your hosting—whether that’s more bookings, more beauty, more ease, or simply more joy in the process. We’re here to help you gain clarity, find your rhythm, and create a space that stands out—without the overwhelm.
Prefer a more personal approach? We offer virtual consultations tailored to your goals—and if you’re local to Portugal, we’d love to meet in person (coffee or bubbles, your choice).
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We offer waves of support to help you host with intention and ease. From our online hosting guides and soon-to-be-released book The Slow Living Host, to virtual design consultations and in-person styling services here in Portugal—everything we do is rooted in calm, connection, and considered strategy.
We also offer a hand-holding sourcing service and an accompanied personal shopping experience to help you curate the right pieces for your home—beautiful, functional, and true to your vision.
Soon, we’ll be launching a series of training courses and materials to support you at every stage of your hosting journey—whether you're just starting out or looking to refine and elevate your space. These will be complemented by our curated shop, where you can browse and source some of our favourite pieces to bring your space to life with ease and intention.
If you have something specific in mind, or simply want to chat through ideas, feel free to get in touch. We’d love to hear from you.
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Yes, we do. We offer a co-management service for holiday home owners in the Algarve—designed to give you support where you need it, while still keeping you connected to your property and its potential.
From guest experience and styling to day-to-day operations, we take a thoughtful, hands-on approach that balances beauty with practicality. If you’re looking for a partner to help you run your rental in a calm, considered, and profitable way—we’d love to chat.
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Absolutely. A well-styled and strategically designed space not only enhances guest appeal—it improves reviews, boosts repeat bookings, and allows you to command higher nightly rates. All of which help maximise your return on investment.
But it’s not just about giving your home a makeover. It’s about creating intentional guest experiences, understanding who your ideal guests truly are, and hosting in a way that feels both soulful and smart. When you design with feeling and run your rental with purpose—from aesthetics to operations—you create a stay that stands out, and a business that quietly thrives.
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Our style is rooted in slow living and quiet luxury—curated, considered, and beautifully pared back. We favour neutral tones, natural textures, and a sense of calm simplicity that allows each space to breathe.
Every detail is thoughtfully chosen to create a feeling of ease and effortless elegance. It’s not about trends—it’s about timelessness, emotion, and the kind of understated beauty that lingers long after guests leave.
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Our styling service is bespoke, tailored to your needs—whether you prefer a hands-on or hands-off approach. We can even accompany you on a personal shopping trip to select pieces that make your vacation home feel cohesive. Pricing varies based on the level of service, so simply get in touch, and we’ll chat about how we can help.