Title: Mendiz House - Douro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mendiz House - Douro Family-friendly holiday home with free breakfast and outdoor pool ## Photo gallery for Mendiz House - Douro ![Outdoor dining - Mendiz House - Douro (Vale de Mendiz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37150000/37146100/37146099/9c19ae2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - Mendiz House - Douro (Vale de Mendiz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37150000/37146100/37146099/19def115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Mendiz House - Douro (Vale de Mendiz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37150000/37146100/37146099/ee20e2c8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Mendiz House - Douro (Vale de Mendiz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37150000/37146100/37146099/b4e428fb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Mendiz House - Douro (Vale de Mendiz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37150000/37146100/37146099/ae04d3f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of free breakfast, a garden and an arcade/games room at Mendiz House - Douro. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 105382 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Breakfast included - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Mendiz House - Douro Rural Tourism Registration Number: 080/06 Situated in the heart of the Alto Douro Wine Region, Casa de Mendiz is a manor house with rustic lines dating from 1780. The House consists of five suites with high level of comfort and privacy. It has outdoor pool, living room, dining room, reading room, games room with pool table, equipped kitchen, two fireplaces, internet, cable TV and DVD. It also has an office with sofa bed. Perfectly integrated into the cultural and architectural landscape of the region, it offers an absolutely fantastic landscape setting. The many outdoor spaces, with panoramic balconies, terraces, porches, swimming pool and garden of rose bushes and fruit trees, invite us to enjoy and participate in this surrounding beauty.. \* Located in the heart of the Upper Douro Winemaking region, Mendiz's House is a rustic-style Mansion House dating back to 1780. The House comprises five suites with a high level of comfort and privacy. It has an outdoor swimming pool, a living room, a dining room, a music and reading room, a games room with a pool table, a fitted kitchen, two fireplaces, Internet, a TV set with Cable TV and a DVD player. It also has an office with a sofa bed. Perfectly in tune with the cultural and architectural tone of the region, it provides an absolutely amazing landscape setting. The many outdoor spaces with panoramic verandas, terraces, porches, swimming pool and rose garden, loquats and orange trees invite us to enjoy and make the most of this surrounding beauty. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Free breakfast available - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Garden - Unit size: 5,382 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30800000/30790300/30790289/4d0981de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House of Steps - Santa Marinha do Zêzere Baiao - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04&selected=30790289&PinnedHotelID=30790289&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34720000/34715000/34714940/71fb6370.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quinta BEMBOA - 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23 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 8006 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Mendiz House Douro House of Mendiz Douro Mendiz House - Douro Alijo Mendiz House - Douro Private vacation home Mendiz House - Douro Private vacation home Alijo ## About the area Alijó is home to this holiday home. Duoro River and Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Quinta do Bomfim and Natur Waterpark. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. [Visit our Alijó travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alijo.dx182216) [View more Holiday homes in Alijó](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alijo-Private-Holiday-Homes.d182216-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.22142%2C-7.53358&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rSzgc_9Ai8bKUQPtypRZveEXRZg=) Vale de Mendiz, Vila Real ### What's nearby - ![0_74411255](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532486759/81686845-a132-458e-8189-f05b98cf2170.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Duoro River 6 min drive \- 3.2 miles - ![Quinta do Bomfim, one of the vineyards of the Symington family. The Dow Port Wine is produced in the Quinta (Farm). Located in the Douro Valley, you can visit and taste the Porto Wine (or red wine) surrounded by the amazing landscape! Pinhão Portugal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182216/10ab36d9-bdae-41ef-bf06-23231ea0a246.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Quinta do Bomfim 7 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Casal de Loivos Viewpoint 5 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Quinta de La Rosa 7 min drive \- 3.6 miles - Quinta da Roêda Winery 10 min drive \- 4.1 miles ### Getting around - Pinhão Train Station 10 min drive - Vila Real (VRL) 49 min drive ### Restaurants - Pasteleria Princesa do Douro 6 min drive - Praia Bar 6 min drive - Quinta Da Avessada 10 min drive - Quinta de la Rosa 7 min drive - Restaurante Veladouro 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Mendiz House - Douro have a pool? ### Is Mendiz House - Douro pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mendiz House - Douro? ### What time is check-in at Mendiz House - Douro? ### What time is check-out at Mendiz House - Douro? ### Where is Mendiz House - Douro located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mendiz House - Douro Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### jordan b. 22 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Surreal stay in the Douro! The house is beautiful, with historical touches and amazing views. Fatima was so welcoming and a pleasure to interact with. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return! ##### jordan b. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet H. 27 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best view EVER! We really enjoyed our four night stay. Our host, Fatima, was lovely. Would highly recommend this spot, nestled among the vinyards and olive trees, with views to die for!! ##### Janet H. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven V. 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome rustic vineyard location! Location was excellent. Views were fantastic and we felt like locals, which is what we were hoping for. Fatima, the local employee for Casa de Mendiz, was fantastic! She made us breakfast every day and is a wonderful person! The locals were very welcoming as well. Finally, the owner/property manager was very helpful and responsive. We had an amazing time, and we definitely would recommend a stay at this beautiful property! ##### Steven V. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JOHN D. 25 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a great home! We were seven adults who thoroughly enjoyed our 2-night stay. The home is spacious, the beds comfortable and the rooms were all very clean and welcoming. We did not use the pool (thought it was crystal clear), as it was a bit cool in early October... and we were always out during the day exploring the Douro Valley. We did not cook at home but we really appreciated the full-sized kitchen and large dining room table. The views from the balcony outside two of the bedrooms were wonderful. We parked two cars on the property. It just takes a bit of patience and skill to navigate the cobblestone shared driveway leading from the main street to the house. A small cafe is no more than a 2 minute walk up a pedestrian path from the house... though a perfectly adequate breakfast of coffee, breads and cheeses is provided by the owner each morning. The town of Pinhao is about a 10-minute ride and there we enjoyed a couple different restaurants, bought some groceries and boarded a scenic boat tour of the Douro Valley. Bottom line? Book this home for your visit to Pinhao. ##### JOHN D. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larry B. 19 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friends getaway The property lived up to the pictures. ##### Larry B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David H., Orange Beach 8 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful views and amazing house Beautiful home. The house is full of art, antiques, lovely touches. The breakfast is such a nice touch by sweet Louisa. We enjoyed the decks and poolside. WiFi worked great. Host was very helpful . ##### David H. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thorsten S. 23 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fast ein mittelalterliches Schloss - traumhaft in den Hügeln oberhalb Pinhao gelegen Das besondere Haus, die wunderschöne Umgebung und die liebevolle Betreuung durch Luisa und Jose waren die perfekte Kombination. Wir waren mit 3 Paaren dort sowie einmal mit Kleinkind, Anfang November. Das Haus ist eine Mischung aus Schloss und Museum mit so vielen Details, insgesamt 5 Schlafzimmern, 3 unten, 2 oben, wovon eins im Obergeschoss 2 Einzelbetten hat- und oben ist es nicht ganz so stilsicher wie unten. Für den Sommer gibt es im Garten einen Pool und einen Billardraum. Jetzt im Herbst konnten Mandarinen und Orangen direkt im Garten gepflückt werden und die umgebenden Weinterrassen leuchten in buntesten Farben, dazu stahlblauer Himmel aber nachts empfindlich kalt (4 Grad C), Tags so etwa 12-15\. ideal zum Wandern. Im Haus sind mehrere Feuerstellen und elektrische Heizung, Luisa hat immer dafür gesorgt, dass morgens und abends das Feuer loderte. Die Gastfreundschaft ist ehrlich und herzlich. Jeden Morgen bereitete Luisa automatisch das Frühstück mit selbstgebackenem Kuchen. Ansonsten aber sehr viel Privatsphäre. Das Haus liegt nur etwa 4 Kilometer oberhalb Pinhao und weit über dem Douro-Tal. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen oder Ausfahrten. Wir waren 3 Tage dort hätten aber gerne verlängert. Ein Ort um die Seele baumeln zu lassen ##### Thorsten S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James C. 26 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A perfect place to unwind. Place was exactly as advertised -- a lovely old stone house in a tiny village, with vineyards in every direction. Friendly hosts, and Louisa, who prepares breakfast, is a gem. Be advised that getting in and out of the driveway is a bit of a tight squeeze. We managed it okay, but for the most part just parked our car on the main street, a block away. No shops in Vale de Mendiz itself, but Pinhau is a beautiful little river village, with everything you need. All the major port houses are in the neighborhood, but if you like wine, and prefer table wine to port, be sure to book a visit to 'Wine and Soul,' which is in Vale de Mendiz itself -- only 50 yards or so from the house. It's one of the greatest wineries in the entire Douro region. ##### James C. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heidi G. 18 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magnificent property! We loved our stay here and wished we had booked for a longer period of time. Luiza's breakfasts were wonderful, the property was gorgeous, and Jose was beyond helpful. The pictures do not compare to the beauty of the house in person. We highly recommend it! ##### Heidi G. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019 ---