55 minutes from Porto! Quiet house farm in the mountains! Minutes to Douro

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Pool

Fireplace

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Marco de canveses, Porto District

San Gonçalo Church13 min drive
Amarante Golf Course19 min drive
Parque Aquático de Amarante22 min drive
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful and quiet country house a few minutes away from Amarante, minutes to Douro river and Unesco valley and easy acess to Porto city cente.This mountain house is located inside serra da aboboreira, Amarante is a lovely village of great natural beauty famous for its food, wine, cultural heritage and sights. It is home of a Michelin star restaurant, Casa da Calçada. Wine zone region of Douro (Régua) and Vinho verde. The house is integrated in nature with a beautiful view to the mountains.
This house has two large bedrooms, King size bed and with double beds, with its own bathroom (first floor) a spacious living room with a Wood-burning stove with wood heating, a bookshelf with art and nature books and complete field guides, a spacious kitchen fully equipped, a complete bathroom on the ground floor next to a cellar and laundry. It has also an outdoor space private land 1500 m2 where guests can relax and enjoy the great views to the mountains, the lot is surrounded by a farm ( 10 quiet and wild hectares) It is ideal for a family looking for a quiet break and explore what this unexplored region has to offer.
The house includes bed linen, towels and internet Wireless 100 MB unlimited fiber and international TV.
Two bedrooms 4 persons, Baby bed available on request. double glass
Two complet Wc
Wood oven, Fridge, coffee maker, toaster Wood-burning central heating + electrical.
Vegetable garden, compost and fruit trees.
Garage two places, Space for motorhome, mobilhome or large vehicle.
Natural spring water, high quality from the mountains,
barbecue , and oven to bake bread pizza outside
Two equipped kitchens, one indoor and one outdoor.
washing machine
Sustentable House 90% wind energy, public.
750 plus 1, 500 m2 walled
Surrounding area is protected 10
hectares, with rivers, wild animals and endemic plants.
Restaurant quality traditional Portugueses food 5 minutes drive and typical grocery store.Acess by bus 5 minutes walk and train/Bus direct to Porto/airport 45 minutes or Douro Valley 15 minutes by train (Marco Canaveses Station)
in the surrounding area; Golf, wild rivers, aquatic amusement park, roman city (tongóbriga) mountains and hot springs (caldas de Aregos, Canavezes), BTT, horses, walking, trekking, kayak, etc.
Campingcar motorhomes facilities

Este estabelecimento tem um livro de reclamações
Complaimts book
this establishment has a complaimts book

Extra fee and security deposit (Pets)

Property manager

Marcelo Eduardo Aguiar

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Extra fee and caution

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Garden

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

Parties and events are allowed on site

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 40332/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marco de Canaveses

Located in Marco de Canaveses, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. San Gonçalo Bridge and San Gonçalo Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Duoro River and Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio. Travelling with kids? Consider Garden of Saint Bartholomew, or check out an event or a game at Municipal Stadium Cinfaes. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling.

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Marco de canveses, Porto District

What's nearby

San Gonçalo Bridge - 13 min drive
San Gonçalo Church - 13 min drive
Amarante Golf Course - 19 min drive
Parque Aquático de Amarante - 22 min drive
Magikland - 27 min drive

Getting around

Marco de Canaveses Station - 17 min drive
Vila Real (VRL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

Restaurante O Agricultor - 11 min drive
Tasca Dino - 2 min drive
Taberna do carvalhal - 8 min drive
Tasquinha da Ribeira - 10 min drive
Pizzaria Europa - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 55 minutes from Porto! Quiet house farm in the mountains! Minutes to Douro have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 55 minutes from Porto! Quiet house farm in the mountains! Minutes to Douro pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 55 minutes from Porto! Quiet house farm in the mountains! Minutes to Douro?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 55 minutes from Porto! Quiet house farm in the mountains! Minutes to Douro?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 55 minutes from Porto! Quiet house farm in the mountains! Minutes to Douro located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura, Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso Museum and Museu de Arte Sacra. Solar dos Magalhães and San Gonçalo Bridge are also within 9 miles (15 km).

7.6

Good

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

6.4/10

Location

6.4/10

Listing accuracy

2/10 Terrible

Gitte S.

21 Sept 2023

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dårlig bolig

Det var meget svært at finde. Der skulle være pool men det var der ikke. Alt for dyrt i forhold til stedet.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taline V.

2 Jul 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation at a mountainside retreat

Every aspect of the listing was true to form - the yellow house is located in a very, very quiet mountainside area where the nearest neighbor is a 10 minute walk away. Fields and farms surround the house, which was nestled quite well into the plot with views facing the valley that stretched on and on. The house itself was what I envisioned of a typical country house - two floors with the top floor containing a singular bedroom with ensuite bathroom, and another outside common area that housed another two beds. That common area had open stairs that led down to the ground floor which had the dining table, kitchen, a small relaxation area for a few chairs, a tv and the fireplace, and the main entrance. There is also another bathroom and storage room for food/laundry/etc on the ground floor. Outside there is a massive covered patio area with a large grill and pizza oven, a long countertop with sink and a few tables/chairs, as well as a covered parking area (with mini basketball hoop). The grassy area is small and where the above-ground pool is located, along with a hammock and the clothes line for drying. The sun hits the yard most of the day, so be prepared to get a good tan if you want, otherwise, enjoy the shade of the covered patio and parking area. Other than the house, one can venture upwards following the roads the lead to other smaller villages and houses on the mountain - it's actually a very beautiful hiking and mountain biking area, but definitely for those who have the stamina. Marcelo, the owner, was very gracious and always available to chat and assist when necessary, which while not needed, was certainly appreciated. There is a small restaurant/market/cafe about 2 km walk away, and then the larger town of Marco de Canaveses is about a 10-15 minute drive and where all the big markets are located (Continente, Pingo Doce, Intermarche, etc). This was probably one of the best choices for our month-long relaxation trip we could have imagined, and would highly recommend the house as a retreat from the daily grind - should that be what you are seeking.

Stayed 37 nights in May 2020

8/10 Good

Jane C.

13 Nov 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away from it all

An ideal walled garden for the dogs, although smaller than expected. The house was comfortable and well equipped. Suitable for a family, but not for two couples, due to the bedroom and bathroom arrangements. Lovely views and a massive covered outside area. A welcoming host.

2/10 Terrible

jean-louis T., La Salvetat St Gilles

27 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Disliked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Un peu isolé

Lieu confortable mais difficilement trouvable même avec un GPS. (coordonnées non fouries par le propriétaire). Accueilli par une personne ne parlant que Portugais. (même si le propriétaire est contactable et parle français et un peu anglais).Les 2 chambres ne sont pas indépendantes: il faut passer dans la mezzanine pour atteindre l'autre lieu de couchage. Plus adapté à une famille qu'à 2 couples. Lieu tranquille mais un peu isolé.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sabine C.

23 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour chez Marcelo! Sa propriété permet de se ressourcer et visiter.

Nous avons été très bien accueillis et la propriété de Marcelo est très chaleureuse . La piscine, le coin barbecue, la maison elle-même, le jardin... Tout y est agréable et ressourçant ! Nos chats ont autant adoré que nous 😀. On a pu passer de vraies vacances comme on aime, à glandouiller tranquillement à « Quiet-House » et à découvrir la région en voiture et en train ( pour aller à Porto, c’est très pratique et pas cher du tout!). Super trouvaille. Je recommande pour les gens qui veulent à la fois se reposer et vadrouiller. En plus, on peut emmener ses animaux de compagnie !

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019