Title: DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA 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 apartment # DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA Riverside apartment with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18772300/18772206/03ab4018.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18772300/18772206/0758a89e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18772300/18772206/250ef8a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18772300/18772206/88a25213.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18780000/18772300/18772206/4149fdb4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies My Oporto House, in the historic heart of Ribeira, offers a charming retreat with proximity to iconic sights like Palace of Bolsa and S Francisco Church. Stroll through twisting streets, taste local food in 'tascas' or restaurants or unwind at lively bars nearby. 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2538 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Breakfast available - Washer - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA My Oporto House is part of a restored building dated 1850, which is classified by UNESCO as World Heritage! Your luxury stay in Porto! It's located in the heart of historic Oporto city centre, in Douro riverside quarter known as Ribeira, surrounded by the most beautiful and important sights of the city like Palace of Bolsa (Stock Exchange Palace), S João Novo Palace, Dom Fernando Wall, S Francisco Church, Palace of Arts, Hard Club, Douro and Port Wines Institute, House of Henry - The Navigator, Ribeira riverside area, Dom Luis I Eiffel bridge and Port Wine Cellars. All that you want to see in Porto, just a few steps from your home! In this quarter, you can stroll around the narrow twisting streets, enjoy the colorful facades of the houses, once painted once tiled, taste the most tipical food in busy 'tascas' or restaurants or take party in one of the most lively bars in Ribeira or 'Galerias de Paris'! Despite its prime location, the house is situated in a very quiet and silent place, so the guests can have a good nights! Outside the apartment, within walking distance there is a Bus stop, a Taxi terminal, a Porto Tram City Tour stop, a Bus City Tour stop, Guindais funicular, Douro's boat cruises, a Car park, Shops, Supermarket, a Police Station, a Municipal Tourism Office, Restaurants, Bars all you need in one place! The apartment is 20 minutes by car from Sá Carneiro Airport and five minutes walking distance from train and Metropolitan Station San Bento. You may are asking : Does Porto have a beach? The answer is yes. A wonderful beach is just 15 minutes away, and it will make your stay unforgettable. This is hands down the best area to stay in Porto! Check-in and check-out times: Delighted to be as flexible as possible, especially if the home is not rented for the same day. Send me your request, and I'll be thrilled to accommodate you! ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Limo/town car service - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Forbidden to smoke inside apartment. ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Housekeeping (on request) - Local artist showcase - Local culture and ecosystem education - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - 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Respect silence during the night, particularly after 10 pm until 08 am. It's only allowed 2 guests maximum per stay! No child/baby under 10 years. Check-In and Check-Out time: Could be very flexible, if house isn't rented for the same day. Please send a request. ### Pets Pets not allowed Note from host: Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children Note from host: Baby crib on request, without additional charge. ### Events No events allowed Respect and Silence are request to all inhabitants ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Forbidden to smoke inside apartment. ## 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Note from host: Respect and Silence are request to all inhabitants 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 and a first aid kit 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 52314/AL ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Design House Old Historic Centre Air Conditioning Wifi Porto Design House Old Historic Centre Air Conditioning Wifi sign House Old Historic Wifi Living at Porto City Centre Luxurious Home Balcony Airco Living at Porto city centre  Luxurious Home BALCONY AIRCO Free Breakfast in August September Luxurious Home Balcony Airco ## 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%7C41.14169%2C-8.61689&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GcwUrXCKp7rs2IQMVt8voOb43eQ=) Porto, Porto #### What's nearby - Porto Historic Center - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Ribeira Square - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Porto Cathedral - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Clerigos Tower - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Livraria Lello - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles #### Getting around - Infante Stop - 2 min walk - São Bento Station - 10 min walk - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 30 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Cask Beer - ‬3 min walk - ‪Café São Nicolau - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tram - ‬2 min walk - ‪Verso em Pedra - ‬3 min walk - ‪Holy Sandwich Shop - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA ? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-out at DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is DESIGN HOUSE OLD TOWN | BALCONY | AIRCO | RIBEIRA located? > Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Church of Sao Francisco, Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral. Porto Historic Center is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away. Infante Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Alfândega Stop is 7 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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