Title: Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach 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 # Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach Holiday home in Vila Nova de Gaia with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/b8195f41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/ed7cb8a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/f18bb322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/w1326h900x0y0-30c51df6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach (Vila Nova de Gaia)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/bdc8afe1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach Escape to this spacious and charming coastal villa, just 5 minutes from the beach and 10 minutes from Porto. Perfect for families and groups, it accommodates up to 10 guests with 5 cozy bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and a fully equipped kitchen. The bright living area features elegant décor, a large dining table, and a comfortable lounge space for relaxing together. Outside, enjoy a private garden with two stone dining tables, a built-in BBQ, and a shaded seating area for unwinding outdoors. The separate guesthouse in the garden adds extra privacy, complete with its own kitchenette and bathroom - ideal for grandparents or couples wanting their own space. All bedrooms offer quality bedding, mosquito nets, and generous storage. Stay entertained with 4 TVs with cable, high-speed WiFi, and enjoy year-round comfort with air conditioning. Private parking is available. Local bakeries, cafés, and the famous Gaia wine cellars are just a short walk away. A perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm. Located just five minutes from the beach and ten minutes from Porto, this home offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to local attractions, bakeries, and restaurants—making it the perfect base for your coastal getaway. \- Legal & Safety Requirements Guests must submit ID/passport details before or during check-in, as per Portuguese law Please note that a security deposit is required to book this property. \- Check-In Check-in is self-guided; instructions are sent on the arrival date only after online check-in is completed. \- Lost Key & Lockout Policy €50 fee if the key is not returned €80 fee if the key is lost during your stay Additional fees may apply if a locksmith is required 1\. To guarantee compliance with current regulations on public safety, this establishment requires online check-in through its own channel, which may ask tourists for the image of their identity card and/or selfie. Personal data will be processed in accordance with the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation, Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament. To this end, the necessary measures will be taken to avoid its alteration, loss, treatment or unauthorized access 2\. Check-in schedule: From 01/01 to 31/12: Everyday from 15:00h to 21:00h 3\. Check-out schedule: 11:00. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121340000/121339100/121339090/9a19e8ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### At 5 Km from Porto, beautiful house with private pool, ideal for family vacations. 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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 118273/AL If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 229630 ## About the area ![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%7C41.11629%2C-8.64465&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VJ5JeQ9imnJlCxEJ26ostdKCxKA=) Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto #### What's nearby - Lavadores Beach \- 4 min drive \- 1.4 miles - Dom Luis I Bridge \- 6 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Ribeira Square \- 7 min drive \- 3.2 miles - Porto Historic Center \- 7 min drive \- 3.4 miles - Porto Cathedral \- 7 min drive \- 3.4 miles #### Getting around - João de Deus Station - 6 min drive - Madalena Station - 11 min walk - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 28 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Novo Rumo - ‬2 min drive - ‪Perola Da Madalena Coffee Shop - ‬19 min walk - ‪Pizzaria Paulista - ‬16 min walk - ‪Casa D. Amélia - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach? ### What time is check-in at Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach? ### What time is check-out at Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach? ### Where is Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Declan N. 12 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A week in Porto Myself and my friends booked the villa for a stay to explore the city and it's surroundings. The local train station was close enough to get us in and out of the city with no issues and the beach was a nice walk away. Local amenities are close and the local cafes and bakeries are some of the best! ##### Declan N. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Robyn M. 21 Aug 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming and calm house Positives - large enough to accommodate 9 of us using the garden room. Plenty of space inside and nice verandah at the front. kitchen was well equipped and had a drinks cooler. Close to the local supermarket, pingo, as we didn’t have a car Train is about 10 mins walk away, although trains are infrequent Uber into porto is easy and cheap Things that could be better- Of our large party only one person had a comfortable bed. In the garden room there was only one small pillow each. Showers were hot and cold. The entrance into the shower in the garden room would be very tight for some people as its very barrow Towels provided were poor quality Dining room table is very high for children as it doubles as a pool table (which you can’t use) We were unable to use the bbq - no charcoal provided Had to air the house for some time when we arrived - it hadn’t been occupied for some time and smelt very musty. Some plates were covered in mould. ##### Robyn M. 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