Title: Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74258101&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House ## Photo gallery for Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House ![Outdoor dining - Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House (Gerês)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74258200/74258101/282e6cfa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books - Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House (Gerês)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74258200/74258101/93e20241.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels - Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House (Gerês)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74258200/74258101/7187b291.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House (Gerês)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74258200/74258101/117fa9d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House (Gerês)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74260000/74258200/74258101/ef184b6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 102691 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - 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. ### Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven. Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a shower, bidets and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shampoo - 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 - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In the mountains - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 2,691 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32630000/32627900/32627892/e8c50865.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### House with private pool and tennis court in Gerês Gerês - 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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 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 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 89627/AL ## About the area Located in Terras de Bouro, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alqueirão River Beach and Termas Park, while Ethnographic Museum Campo do Gerês and Museu de Vilarinho das Furnas are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing. [Visit our Terras de Bouro travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Terras-De-Bouro.dx6182903) [View more Holiday homes in Terras de Bouro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Terras-De-Bouro-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6182903-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%7C41.70176%2C-8.17473&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=16ap3Wmltknmk3r-XOn8y9FSmXw=) Gerês ### What's nearby - In Guas do Gerês 6 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Termas Park 7 min drive \- 3.0 miles - Sao Bento da Porta Aberta 8 min drive \- 3.7 miles - Fecha de Barjas Waterfall 13 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Pedra Bela Viewpoint 14 min drive \- 5.5 miles ### Getting around - Braga Station 41 min drive ### Restaurants - Restaurante Turismo 15 min drive - Hotel Baltazar 6 min drive - O encontro 25 min drive - Restaurante Cávado 6 min drive - Café da Ponte 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House? ### What time is check-in at Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House? ### What time is check-out at Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House? ### Where is Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maria M. 23 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Estadia fantástica Uma ótima estadia. Casa muito acolhedora rodeada de uma natureza deslumbrante ideal para relaxar e retemperar as energias. Certamente a repetir 😀 ##### Maria M. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jose V. 20 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa fantástica Ficamos a conhecer uma casa excelente, localizada mesmo em cima da agua, a casa tem tudo que precisamos, até um caiaque que podermos usar na imensa albufeira. Iremos voltar certamente ##### jose V. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### António C. 17 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excelente Todos nós gostamos muito. Os anfitriões receberam-nos muito bem. A casa tem tudo que necessitamos, de realçar é um grande pátio mesmo junto à albufeira, para desfrutar de um fim de tarde fantástico. ##### António C. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris B. 21 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Muito bom Amei a casa. Fizemos kayak que foi muito bom. Queremos voltar fica aqui outra vez. ##### Chris B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022 ---