House in Afurada. Gaia,

Fisherman's Village and Porto

Fisherman's Village and Porto

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Bathroom
Private kitchen
Private kitchen
Living area
Private kitchen

Overview of Fisherman's Village and Porto

4.6 out of 5 Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • GymGymGym
  • Sea viewSea viewSea view

Check out the area

Afurada. Gaia
  • Popular LocationCasa da Musica6 min drive
  • Popular LocationRibeira Square7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPorto Historic Center7 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Dining Area

About this property

Fisherman's Village and Porto

The house is set in a fishing village that preserve its traditions
Various events take place, religious, sporting, musical.
In the streets at lunch time the grilled fish and the conviviality of the people make the taste of those who pass by.
The women wash their clothes in the public tank and dry the clothes on the strands giving a festive air to the place.
Located 100 meters away, Douro Marina with boats from around the world.
The ornithological nature park where you can observe several birds in their habitat, can walk for 10 minutes and is in the Douro estuary.
Typical restaurants, boat rentals, bicycles, water sports, gym and spa, Port wine cellars, river and sea beaches, ornithological natural park. All right in front of Porto, 10 minutes from the bustling downtown. You can reach Porto in many ways. In Gaia Centro Histórico (3 Km on foot) you can also take the aerial lift Gaia near the Port Wine Cellars. From Gaia Historic Center and after crossing the river in Ponte D. Luis I is in Ribeira, the historic World Heritage center.

At the end of the street you can cross the river by boat (every 30 m). The boat ticket is 2 € (plus 1 € if you have a bike). Across the river you can take the bus (line 500), the tourist bus or the tram (Porto Tramway City Tour, line 1, every 30m).
Bus stop at the end of the street, in front of the river (Line 14 - Gaia Metro; Line 18 - Porto Boavista - Casa da Música; Line 27 - Porto Historic Center).

A 3 km walk on the river will take you to the Port Wine Cellars in Gaia Centro Histórico. After crossing Luís I Bridge you will be at Ribeira - Porto Centro Histórico. Keep going along the river to the pier side area of Gaia. There you will find shelves to secure the bikes so you can visit the Port wine cellars if you like.
You will see in the Douro river anchored picturesque Rabelo boats that in the past used to transport the wine from the Douro Valley north to the cellars of Porto in Gaia to be aged and bottled. There are also card / gift shops and a wide range of restaurants serving international and Portuguese cuisine. You can get on a cruise boat to the Douro River from here. At the end of the pier side avenue cross the Luis bridge and turn left onto Porto Ribeira. Once again you will find some very good typical Portuguese restaurants and cafes under the backdrop of old houses. If you still have the energy then cycle to Rua Mouzinho da Silveira to Avenida dos Aliados, which is the heart of the historic center.
You can get Andante tickets at the airport to use on the bus near the apartment, which will take you to Ribeira de Gaia or Porto or Avenida dos Aliados for good navigation radiating out of the center.

If you like old buildings, Porto has many, especially lining the steep banks of the Douro river. On the south bank, in Vila Nova de Gaia, you can visit the 'Porto' wine cellars for a piece of winemaking history, wine tasting and even shopping. .
The city of Porto is of great historical interest. In the Romanesque Cathedral (Se 'do Porto) D. John I of Portugal married D. Filipa de Lencastre, sister of King Henry IV of England and daughter of John Gaunt. The Portuguese-English alliance (Treaty of Windsor 1386) is the oldest registered military alliance in the world. Your son Infante D. Henry was born in 1394 in Porto, probably when the royal couple was living in the city, now a museum called Casa do Infante (Prince's House).
Porto was registered as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996.
Places to visit and things to do:
Ribeira (pier side) in Porto and Gaia sides and its typical and modern restaurants.
Port Wine Cellars (cellars) tasting and guided tours.
Palacio da Bolsa Museum (19th-century stock exchange).
Tram Museum (traffic museum)

Property manager

Maria
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Sea view
Gym

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 67780/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vila Nova de Gaia

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in São Pedro da Afurada, a neighbourhood in Vila Nova de Gaia. Porto Historic Center and Dom Luis I Bridge are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Travelling with kids? Consider Porto Botanical Garden, or check out an event or a game at Crystal Palace Gardens. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.

What's nearby

  • Casa da Musica - 6 min drive
  • Livraria Lello - 6 min drive
  • Ribeira Square - 7 min drive
  • Porto Historic Center - 7 min drive
  • Porto Cathedral - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Coimbroes Station - 5 min drive
  • Ouro Stop - 8 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurante Casa d'Oro - 6 min drive
  • Armazém do Peixe - 3 min walk
  • Barraca do Ouro - 6 min drive
  • Adega Rio Douro - 6 min drive
  • Restaurante Casa do Pescador - 2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Fisherman's Village and Porto pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fisherman's Village and Porto?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fisherman's Village and Porto?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Fisherman's Village and Porto located?

This family-friendly Vila Nova de Gaia holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Duoro River, Porto Botanical Garden and Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary. Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square are also within 3 miles (5 km). Ouro Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Encosta da Arrábida Stop is 11 minutes.

Reviews

4.6

Wonderful

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.8/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Rose M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky apartment in the heart of a Portuguese fishing village
This felt like the real Portugal to us, living amongst the locals, washing hanging out the windows on the narrow street, lovely local friendly cafe down the road and excellent restaurants near by. The apartment was well equipped and I liked the little extras such as washing powder and coffee extra. The shower was small but manageable and Maria could not have been more helpful. Porto is a wonderful city to visit and we would love to go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

5/5 Excellent

deirdre h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fab little village
hi, we loved our stay here, the flat is as the pictures, the only thing if you had a bad leg is the stairs are steep. It has everything you need in it. We walked along the coast to the city in the morning instead of taking the bus , they both take about 30 mins and the walk much nicer. Then came home in the evening for a swim and local dinner, we loved so much will be back
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

5/5 Excellent

Dorothy P.

Lovely 2 week holiday in this delightful fishing village. Would love to return.
Maria’s apartment is in an ideal situation. Close to cafes, restaurants, the river boat which crosses the river to Porto and the bus stop is also a short distance from the apartment. The apartment itself is very clean and everything you need is supplied. Maria, the owner, is a charming lady and very helpful. Thank you, Maria.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

5/5 Excellent

colin B.

Beautiful accomodation in a great location
Having completed the Portuguese Camino we were looking for accommodation to rest and recharge our batteries before our flight home - and this place was just what we needed. Our host was very friendly and helpful, she even helped us book our taxi to the airport for our return flight.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

5/5 Excellent

Dawn S.

Fantastic.
Well located and well equipped studio flat. Everything you need is there and Maria is avert good hostess, very helpful. The flat is ideally situated for transport links into Porto. Afurada is a bustling but not too noisy village and it's surprising what can be found hidden among the streets. We found parking nearby and it's possible to park outside for loading and unloading.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2017

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