Title: Grandmother's Haystack Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Grandmother's Haystack Holiday home with kitchen, a short walk to Costa Nova Beach ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118704900/118704858/b30c3687.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118704900/118704858/8a0250be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118704900/118704858/886a95a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118704900/118704858/874b6602.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118710000/118704900/118704858/b1aff67a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Costa Nova Beach, Grandmother's Haystack provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen ## 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. ### Grandmother's Haystack Between the estuary and the sea, the house is located in the peaceful and picturesque Costa-Nova. It's a traditional wooden barn from the late 19th century, ideal for families or groups of friends, thanks to its 5 bedrooms, but cozy enough for small families. Just 10 minutes from Aveiro, it's also a wonderful place for children, with many activities available, from water sports to promenade walks, mini-golf, and tennis. We share with you this little corner where we are so happy! Located in front of the Ria, the house is located on the pedestrian street, the main avenue for leisure and services, and you can walk or cycle to terraces, the market, the estuary and the beach, among others. Although it is located on a street without cars, you can stop in front of the house to load and unload and there are parking spaces 20-30 meters away. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Bicycles ### 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) ### General - Bicycles ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34040000/34036900/34036828/9209c916.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ideal for families with children, has plenty of room to play. 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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 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 102202/AL ## About the area Ilhavo is home to this holiday home. Costa Nova Beach and São Jacinto Dunes Natural Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Vaga Splash Water Park and Friendship Ties Bridge. Ílhavo Maritime Museum and Shipyard Museum at Monte Branco Beach are also worth visiting. 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Forte da Barra and Vaga Splash Water Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question