Title: In the heart of the Douro Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6262096&destination=Santa+Marta+de+Penagui%C3%A3o%2C+Vila+Real+District%2C+Portugal&selected=27331137&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # In the heart of the Douro ## Photo gallery for In the heart of the Douro ![Exterior - In the heart of the Douro (Santa Marta de Penaguião)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27331200/27331137/5b7f9a45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - In the heart of the Douro (Santa Marta de Penaguião)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27331200/27331137/4f3cd992.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - In the heart of the Douro (Santa Marta de Penaguião)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27331200/27331137/b4887134.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games, table football - In the heart of the Douro (Santa Marta de Penaguião)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27331200/27331137/ba8752f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - In the heart of the Douro (Santa Marta de Penaguião)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27340000/27331200/27331137/15d7e83f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to golfing on-site, a garden and an arcade/games room at In the heart of the Douro. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 102691 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### In the heart of the Douro Situated in Santa Marta de Penaguião, Casa dos Encambalados offers you a few days of leisure and relaxation in the heart of the Douro. Located 4 km from Régua and 14 km from Vila Real allows its guests to easily explore the region given its privileged location. You can also enjoy the available spaces: regional cuisine, bar, games room, social room and: \- Participate in agricultural activities \- Take walks (there are several pre-defined routes) \- Take boat tours \- Visit the Douro museum and enjoy discounts \- Participate in wine tastings \- Participate in workshops \- Theme dinners. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: 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 - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV with cable/satellite channels - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Boat - Foosball table - Golf - Kayak - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Winery tours 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 - Unit size: 2,691 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4740000/4734700/4734620/461a3148.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Mira Corgo Vila Real - 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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 Parties and events are allowed on site 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 ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Heart Douro House Santa Marta de Penaguião Heart Douro House Santa Marta de Penaguião Heart Douro Santa Marta de Penaguião In the Heart of the Douro Private vacation home In the Heart of the Douro Santa Marta de Penaguião Heart Douro In the Heart of the Douro Santa Marta de Penaguiao Private vacation home In the Heart of the Douro In The Heart Of The Douro In the Heart of the Douro Private vacation home In the Heart of the Douro Santa Marta de Penaguiao ## About the area Located in Santa Marta de Penaguião, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Parque Natural do Alvao and Duoro River, while Douro Museum and Museu de Lamego are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Centro Cultural e Recreativo de Povoação and Centro Cultural e Recreativo de Arrabães. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. [Visit our Santa Marta de Penaguião travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Marta-De-Penaguiao.dx6262096) [View more Holiday homes in Santa Marta de Penaguião](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Marta-De-Penaguiao-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6262096-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%7C41.20750%2C-7.78687&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nHO0JWrCXdzMhr5au0mFuodCYjw=) Santa Marta de Penaguião, Vila Real District ### What's nearby - ![Rabelo boats on douro river porto](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532486759/a3d6b5b2-b333-4588-95b3-68ea4ce2ac56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Duoro River 8 min drive \- 4.1 miles - São João Baptista Church 3 min drive \- 1.0 mile - Peso da Regua Parish Church 9 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Dourocaves Winery 10 min drive \- 4.5 miles - Viewpoint of St Leonardo da Galafura 24 min drive \- 10.6 miles ### Getting around - Regua Station 15 min drive - Vila Real (VRL) 19 min drive ### Restaurants - Cais 7 min drive - Restaurante Cacho D'Oiro 6 min drive - Quinta Do Lodeiro 7 min drive - Taberna Jéréré 7 min drive - A Nova Tendinha 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is In the heart of the Douro pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at In the heart of the Douro? ### Where is In the heart of the Douro located? ## Have a question? 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