Title: Cottage with private pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=44471115&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage with private pool ## Photo gallery for Cottage with private pool ![Exterior - Cottage with private pool (Briteiros São Salvador- Guimarães)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44480000/44471200/44471115/bd263fa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cottage with private pool (Briteiros São Salvador- Guimarães)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44480000/44471200/44471115/2824ac6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Cottage with private pool (Briteiros São Salvador- Guimarães)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44480000/44471200/44471115/86b37906.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Cottage with private pool (Briteiros São Salvador- Guimarães)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44480000/44471200/44471115/edae526f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Cottage with private pool (Briteiros São Salvador- Guimarães)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44480000/44471200/44471115/98c40c5d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Cottage with private pool. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62583 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottage with private pool The “Casa de Castel Rei” (carefully restored farm house) is located in the north of Portugal, on the edge of a green valley overlooking the Citânia de Briteiros (set of ruins of an important settlement inhabited for over 2000 years). Located at the far end of the village, it brings together unique conditions for family holidays with all the tranquility. In the village has small supermarkets, confectionery, restaurant and pharmacy. The property is at a distance of 5 km from Caldas das Taipas; from Guimarães and Braga 15 Km; Peneda-Geres National Park is 40 km away and Porto and its airport are 55 km away. House with two floors- At the common room level, kitchen, wc of support to the ground floor level. On the first floor is the bedroom area, 1 suite and two bedrooms with full bathroom support. Rooms overlook a full-length balcony with mountain and village views. In the surrounding garden of the house has several tables of support and meal as well as a barbecue. The garden is approximately 4,500 m2 on several levels and with various environments. On a higher level you will find a private swimming pool in a wooded environment, allowing all the tranquility. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain climbing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Soundproofing - Unit size: 2,583 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/480000/475200/475183/9cb8e478.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pousada Mosteiro de Amares Amares - Pool - Pet-friendly - Kids’ pool - Free Wi-Fi 9.4 Exceptional 107 reviews £81 includes taxes & fees 25 Feb - 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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 26382/AL ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property With Private Pool Guimaraes Cottage With Private Pool Cottage Cottage With Private Pool Guimarães Cottage With Private Pool Cottage Guimarães ## About the area Located in Guimarães, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Citania de Briteiros and Sameiro Sanctuary are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Parque da Ponte and Penha. Travelling with kids? Consider Casa dos Lobo Machado and Fafe Rally Museum. Explore all the area has to offer with hunting, hiking and mountain climbing. [Visit our Guimarães travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guimaraes.dx4902) [View more Cottages in Guimarães](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guimaraes-Cottages.d4902-aaCottages.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%7C41.52869%2C-8.32537&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=FaNrOoLja9llUr_0fqSDt2imcHU=) Briteiros São Salvador- Guimarães ### What's nearby - ![Citânia de Briteiros, a large compound of archaeological ruins of an important proto-historic settlement, which was first inhabited more than 2000 years ago, in the Iron Age. You can read more of the history here: http://imoutoftheoffice.com/citania-de-briteiros-the-proto-historic-settlement/](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118392/dd4dc7a8-490c-4a4a-be22-37c3d3eb9452.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Citania de Briteiros 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Bom Jesus do Monte showing a church or cathedral and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118416/0041a18a-cb42-494c-ac35-0dc50c434a1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Bom Jesus do Monte 12 min drive \- 5.2 miles - ![Braga Cathedral which includes street scenes and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6118398/ecd419f5-a885-4cf1-aac3-6af3777ba0ba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Braga Cathedral 19 min drive \- 7.9 miles - Minho University 14 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Braga Municipal Stadium 19 min drive \- 8.2 miles ### Getting around - Covas Station 18 min drive - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) 67 min drive ### Restaurants - Albino 9 min drive - Avô João 7 min drive - Pastelaria Sunset 7 min drive - Bar 21 7 min drive - Restaurante Paulo 10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Cottage with private pool have a pool? ### Is Cottage with private pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Cottage with private pool? ### What time is check-in at Cottage with private pool? ### What time is check-out at Cottage with private pool? ### Where is Cottage with private pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage with private pool 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 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert J. 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Heavenly The house exceeded all expectations, especially the outside space, pool and gardens. The views are superb and we enjoyed the variety of places we could sit to view the surrounding countryside and sky. Very well equipped kitchen and BBQ which was above average for a holiday let. Our host was extremely helpful and her recommendations for local food and activities was fantastic. Did not want to leave after a week. ##### Robert J. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael V. 22 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautifull house and garden Perfect house for a relaxing family holiday. The location is perfect to visit Porto and other city’s in the region. We need much more than the two weeks we already spend to see everything. When you want to relax just take a swim, read a book at the balcony or somewhere in the garden. You can have lovely dinners outside. Lígia is a perfect hostess with great information about where to eat and what to do. ##### Michael V. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Graham C. 22 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Delightful, characterful property in amazing grounds and setting. Stayed with are 2 children and their partners and made great use of the facilities - everything you could wish for in the kitchen, fabulous lounge area (always nice and cool), so many areas for al fresco dining … the list goes on! ##### Graham C. Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia S. 25 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa Castel Rei We have had a wonderful holiday here at Castel Rei .. such a beautiful villa to enhance our holiday in a stunning setting of peace and tranquility ..thank you to Ligia for our welcome treats and being a fabulous host .. our week wasn’t long enough ##### Virginia S. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carmichael E. 28 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A WONDERFUL VACATION HOME/GARDEN/EVERYTHING !!!!! We stayed in Castel Rei for three unforgettable weeks, the house is very, very cosy, the bedrooms/bathrooms upstairs are nice and clean with a beautiful view, a full equipped big kitchen with a expresso machine, washing and dishwashingmachine, it has 5 terraces and 4500 m2 of garden,with beautiful flowers everywhere, a true paradise......a lovely saltwaterswimmingpool, with a seperate shower and a washroom. Guimaraes and the surrounding little villages are very nice to visit, there are enough supermarkets in the area, and wonderful restaurants who serve the Portugese dishes also. Porto is for sure a place to visit, if you don't want want to walk too much, take a boattour, or a hop on, hop off bus, there's a lot of history everywhere. I must say that we are still homesick, we miss the silence, the serenity, and sitting outside with a glass of Port or wine. we definitely want to come back next year !!!!!!!!! also thanks to you, lovely Ligua !!! ##### Carmichael E. Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne B. 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in der Casa Castel Rei! Ligia ist eine tolle Gastgeberin, sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, sie hat tolle Tips für Ausflüge und Restaurants! Das Haus mit seinen vielen verschiedenen Sitzecken ist sehr hübsch, die Terrasse im 1\. OG hat einen herrlichen Ausblick, sie war - neben dem schönen Pool - unser Lieblingsplatz! Das Haus liegt perfekt für Ausflüge nach Braga, Guimarães, Porto, ans Meer und in den NP Peneda-Geres! Sehr zu empfehlen! ##### Susanne B. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Gerard G. 24 Aug 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Belle propriété, difficilement accessible Idéal pour se reposer loin de tout. Manque de commerces approximite . Tres beau jardin, maison sombre et manquant de confort, tel que éclairage dans les salles de bains, escalier raide pour accéder aux chambres. Suggestions; pour les voyageurs arrivant par avion et tard l’après-midi, un petit panier comprenant du cafe, sucre etc serai le bienvenue ##### Gerard G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah F. 31 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning house in beautiful surroundings The property was exceptionally stylish inside and out; it was very characterful and well equipped. The house was perfectly situated in peaceful countryside but with easy access to Porto and other interesting towns, villages and the National Park. Ligia could not have been more helpful. I would highly recommend this place. ##### Sarah F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick L. 26 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super schönes Domizil Ein schönes Haus mit einem wunderbaren auf mehrere Ebenen verteilter Garten. Um das Haus und im Garten verteilt gibt es mehrere schöne Ecke zum gemeinsamen Entspannen. Leider ist es Nachts recht laut, da in direkter Nähe viele Hunde untergebracht sind. ##### Patrick L. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020 ---