Title: Beach house with pool Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=182258&destination=Vila+do+Conde%2C+Porto+District%2C+Portugal&selected=33606424&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beach house with pool ## Photo gallery for Beach house with pool ![Beach nearby - Beach house with pool (Areia-Árvore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33606500/33606424/2b051356.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Beach house with pool (Areia-Árvore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33606500/33606424/ff1a9a3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor pool - Beach house with pool (Areia-Árvore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33606500/33606424/1fb1ff12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Beach house with pool (Areia-Árvore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33606500/33606424/ce166c4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Beach house with pool (Areia-Árvore)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33606500/33606424/6ddb0764.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Beach house with pool. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 105382 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - 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. ### Beach house with pool House with 220m2 in urbanization located in a quiet and wooded site, a garden with lawn and round pool with seven meters diameter and 1.20 deep, terrace with tables and chairs, barbecue and outdoor bathroom pool will support. Inside features 4 bedrooms, 1 with double bed and 2 single beds, 1 with double bed and two with twin beds. All with private bathrooms. Hall with 40 m2 with fireplace and mezzanine plus dining room attached with table and chairs for 10 people. The kitchen is equipped with appliances and small dining table. The rooms and bathrooms are equipped with the necessary clothing and the living room and the kitchen . ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Só é permitido nos espaços exteriores ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 5,382 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99930000/99929600/99929511/4175f7a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Lince Santa Clara Vila do Conde - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 49 reviews £284 includes taxes & fees 5 Apr - 6 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=99929511&PinnedHotelID=99929511&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Portuguese cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1100000/1091200/1091161/7dd72e5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Porto Gaia by IHG Mafamude - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.0 Wonderful 596 reviews £73 includes taxes & fees 26 Apr - 27 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-26&endDate=2026-04-27&selected=1091161&PinnedHotelID=1091161&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36850000/36844700/36844696/e263506f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torel Palace Porto Centro / Baixa - Pool - Spa - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi 9.8 Exceptional 216 reviews £257 includes taxes & fees 26 Apr - 27 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-26&endDate=2026-04-27&selected=36844696&PinnedHotelID=36844696&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![40-cm Smart TV with cable channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48870000/48861100/48861071/784085a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### S. 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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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 17195/AL ### We should mention A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Beach House With Pool Villa Beach House With Pool Vila do Conde Beach House With Pool Villa Vila do Conde ## About the area Located in Vila do Conde, this villa is near the beach. Vila do Conde Aqueduct and Convento de Santa Clara are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Good Feeling and Martataka Theme Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Maia Zoo and SEA LIFE Porto. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Vila do Conde travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vila-Do-Conde.dx182258) [View more Villas in Vila do Conde](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vila-Do-Conde-Villas.d182258-aaVillas.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%7C41.32948%2C-8.72633&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=oxYMdNlBAi48mTVlcq0mBUhu2Yk=) Areia-Árvore, Vila do Conde ### What's nearby - ![Matosinhos Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4903/b2a1f228-f7c8-4de0-b148-a2dffde29bd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Matosinhos Beach 19 min drive \- 15.2 miles - ![Portugal, Porto, Ribeira (Historic center)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000662149/73be06be-aab4-45b8-8526-5225c14821dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Porto Historic Center 26 min drive \- 19.6 miles - ![Ribeira Square](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081691/c8f34658-366f-4a48-9a29-9e44ec7dc1d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ribeira Square 28 min drive \- 20.7 miles - Varziela Chinatown 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Vila do Conde Aqueduct 6 min drive \- 2.3 miles ### Getting around - Varziela Station 13 min walk - Sao Romao Station 20 min drive - Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) 17 min drive ### Restaurants - Romando 9 min walk - O Bistro Delicioso 5 min drive - O Forninho 7 min drive - Inova - Praia da Azurara 3 min drive - Restaurante Boa Posta 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Beach house with pool have a pool? ### Is Beach house with pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Beach house with pool? ### What time is check-in at Beach house with pool? ### What time is check-out at Beach house with pool? ### Where is Beach house with pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beach house with pool 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 31 8 - Good 11 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.2 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nigel P. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Villa near the beach We enjoyed our stay, the villa is comfortable and well equipped. We especially enjoyed being able to eat outdoors by the pool and green garden. Maria is a helpful and generous host and we had good communication with her. It was lovely to be close to the beach and walking distance from the metro. We would come back again. ##### Nigel P. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie K. 18 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A beach house in a lovely little village We spent a time getting to know the area and the local shops including the butcher fishmonger and the vegetable shops. The bakery was a delight as well as the locals trying to make sure we ordered the right coffees. The house is spacious, very clean and the fact each room has an en-suite was great. Excellent care bb the owners ##### Julie K. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thomas W. 3 Jul 2014 #### great location We spent a great holiday with 2 families in this attractive villa. The house is very comfortable with plenty space for (small) children. It is very well kept and with a nice homly appearance.There ist everything you need for daily living and cooking (incl. bbq). A fireplace in the house for cold evenings is prepared. We loved the short distances to the beaches and other places around, especially to Porto. ##### Thomas W. Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Nathalie K. 20 May 2015 #### Very nice holiday home! Very nice home outside of Porto. The city is very easy to reach by metro. (45 min). The house is located in a peacefull neighbourghood in Vila Do Condo. It has all the comfort you need. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. We (6 adults&2children)were here for 5 days. The children enjoyed the pool very much, while we relaxed in the fine garden after visiting Porto. The owners are very friendly people. To be recommanded! ##### Nathalie K. Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Normand F. 16 Sept 2013 #### Superb Vila in a superb location We went to Porto for a 1 week stay and we found this beach house for rent. It was the beginning of a wonderful experience. We were 2 families for a total of 9 people where most of us were adults. The house is very spacious and with one bathroom in each room and everyone slept well during our stay. Located North of Porto, it's perfectly located to visit the main cities South like Porto and Villa nova de Gaia and the ones in the North like Guimaraes, Braga, Viana do Castelo, Ponte de Lima. The kindness of the owners is also something. They had given us a mini overview of things to do in the area which was worth a lot. The only down side of this part of Portugal is the cold ocean water, thanks to the pool in the back yard to compensate! I would suggest this place for a very nice stay in the Porto region. From 2 families that enjoyed every minute of their vacation in Portugal. ##### Normand F. Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susanne R. 24 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Familienfeiern in Portugal Wir (5 Erwachsene, 2 Kinder) haben diese Ferienwoche sehr genossen. Das Haus mit den 4 Zimmern und 5 Badezimmern war für unsere Familie ideal. Die schöne Gartenanlage mit Pool, den Sitzplatz mit Pergola und Liegefläche mit Liegestühlen haben wir jeden Tag genossen! Maria ist eine sehr herzliche Gastgeberin! Familie aus der Schweiz ##### Susanne R. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Matthew B. 7 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious, well equipped villa with pool in quiet area We all had an enjoyable stay, the house was spacious, well equipped and in a quiet residential area with few shops, bars and restaurants nearby. The pool and garden were great for the kids and the metro nearby was handy for trips into Porto. Maria was a great host and very communicative, regarding any questions we had. ##### Matthew B. Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marta S. 3 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Casa para disfrutar Es una casa estupenda. Las habitaciones con baño individual cada una, colchones muy comodos. La cocina con todo lo que puedas necesitar de menaje en cantidad más que suficiente. La limpieza exquisita. Mención a parte merece el jardín y la piscina. Con dos mesas espaciosas han hecho un lugar especial de nuestros desayunos y cenas. El jardín precioso y con tumbonas para tomar el sol. La hemos disfrutado muchísimo. Gracias María por tu amabilidad al recibirnos y explicarnos todo. Ha sido una estancia excepcional. ##### Marta S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Didier K. 2 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### très belle maison Nous avons été très bien accueillis par la propriétaire et son mari, ce sont des personnes très agréables et toujours à l'écoute, ils restent à votre disposition durant tout le séjour si vous avez une question. La maison est tout à fait conforme aux photos du site et je dirais que sur certains points elle est encore mieux que sur les photos, par exemple il y a bien plus d'espace au bord de la piscine que les photos le laisse présager, la maison est très fleurie. La propreté est impeccable, les équipements des plus complets, il ne manque rien ! La maison est située à un bon quart d'heure de marche de la plage ou 3mn en voiture. Il y a nombre de commerces accessibles à pied . Je ne peux que vivement conseiller cette location pour une grande famille ou un groupe d'amis. Le voisinage est calme, seul le survol de quelques avions peut troubler celui-ci (l'aéroport de Porto est à une vingtaine de kilomètres), mais cela ne nous a pas dérangé. Encore merci à Maria pour son accueil. ##### Didier K. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cyrille D. 11 Aug 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Belle maison Belle et grande maison, tous près de commerces et de l'océan (à pied). Souplesse des procédures d'accueil et de départ, hôtesse charmante. ##### Cyrille D. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Andreas L. 25 Jul 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Gediget hus rimligt nära strand och butiker Hit åker man för en lugn vecka i byn, promenadavstånd till jättefin strand (dock väldigt kallt vatten) och fin pool som barnen kan bada i. Fräscht hus och 5-10 minuters promenad till slaktare, bageri, fiskaffär och enklare mataffär. ##### Andreas L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### simona t. 28 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Grosses Haus für Freunde und Familie Sehr herzlicher Empfang durch Vermieter mit Kuchen und Portwein. Ein grosses Haus genau wie beschrieben... Keiner kommt zu kurz. Tatsächlich für 4 Paare geeignet. Guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge zur Erkundung des Nordens, Porto per Bahn erreichbar. Wunderschöner Urlaub! ##### simona t. Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Lidewij L. 5 May 2019 #### holyday in may at vila do conde. We had a very pleasant stay in the typical portugese house at vila do Conde. Maria was very helpfull and the house was very nice. We had a lot of space and everything we needed was in this nice house. The weather was perfect! Ther is a very good bakery in the small village and a Lidl in Vila do Conde. We visited Porto by ( hired) car. There is a good parking place at the Ribeira. Braga and Guimares are also must sees! In 15 minutes walking you are on the clean, quiet and beautifull beach. Thank you Maria for everything, maybe we will come back! ##### Lidewij L. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Wijbren H. 20 Oct 2018 #### Prachtig mooi huis We hebben genoten, alles top geregeld, voor herhaling vatbaar. ##### Wijbren H. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tinus v. 2 Oct 2018 #### What a great time we had! We felt comfortable from the very beginning Maria welcomed us in the house. She guided us around and showed the ins and outs of the whole house. The house is in a nice area and with all the Portuguese furniture and ornaments we felt very much at home. The very well equipped kitchen made us cook at home all days! We hired cars and the Lidl in Vila do Conde stocked everything we needed. Many sight-seeing destinations are close and we had a difficult time to choose which ones to go to! Whatever your choice is, Porto is not to be missed! Wonderful, but take the train, not the car... Thanks for a wonderful stay!!!! ##### Tinus v. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### Carla K. 17 Sept 2018 #### Beautifull home, very kind owner Beaitiful home, everything is there for a complete holiday, the owner herself was there to welcome us, with natas and port wine and was very helpfull during our stay, the house was very complete in the kitchen there was everything we needed, in the garden there is a small pool, a terrace and chairs to relax or to enjoy a barbecue at night, the beach is a 15 minutes walk also the metro that brings you in 40 minutes to Porto ##### Carla K. Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison B. 7 Aug 2018 #### Fabulous trip We've just returned from a 2 week break in this lovely, well maintained, villa. Maria was a welcoming hostess and greeted us with Port and a tasty chocolate cake. Halfway through our break she and her husband came to check on the pool and garden and they were easily contactable had we had any questions. The kitchen and pantry were well stocked and we cooked almost every day. The BBQ outside was perfect for warm evenings when we'd got back from our adventures. The bathrooms were clean and the beds comfortable. The local town is within a 5 minute walk and had several mini supermarkets, a greengrocers, coffee shops, a butchers, fishmongers and pastry shop. It was only a few days into our holiday that we realised just how many of the cafes opened up in the late evening. We only found a couple of local restaurants that were open in the evening - Romandos, which we didn't go to and O Cantinho do Churrasco which is secreted up a little side street and well worth a visit - or 2 ;-) As others have said the Metro is about a 10 minute walk away. We caught the Metro into Porto twice at a cost of around 5 euros return. Just ensure you take note of the station for coming home - we managed to get off at the wrong stop twice the first time we went :-D The beach is a 10 minute walk and you can walk on the walkway into Vila Do Conde (about 15 mins) or, in the other direction to Mindelo Beach and beyond. We hired a car whilst we were there and found the area a perfect base for visiting some of the 'top 10' places mentioned on the 'Go Portugal' website - most within 30 - 60 minutes away by car. All in all a memorable trip. Thank you Maria :-) ##### Alison B. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer D. 18 Jul 2018 #### ideal for large family gathering we were a family of 7 adults and 1 baby staying together to celebrate a 40th wedding anniversary. The bedrooms were all comfortable and the bathrooms clean and functional. The living space, garden, pool and kitchen were all excellent. Just a note: if you have a toddler this house is not for you as the pool is un-fenced and easy to access from the patio. I would recommend this house for a beach stay with travel to interesting castles and towns. The metro is a long journey into Porto. ##### Jennifer D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew R. 3 Jun 2018 #### Wonderful family home Stayed here for a week in late May '18 with my family. Lots of space for us all, including my grown-up kids. Big enough not to get under each others feet. Fully kitted out kitchen and BBQ for nights in. Pool perfect size for kids splashing around. Quiet and clean residential neighbourhood. 10-15 minute walk to Metro stop & beach. Local village 5 minute walk, only the basics here. Vila do Conde is a few stops north on the Metro and is a lot bigger. Very nice beach front & restaurants. But the star attraction is of course downtown Porto, around 40 minutes by Metro which runs from 6AM-2AM. What a vibrant city! Plenty to see, activities, eat & drink. Maria was a friendly, attentive host and I would recommend the house to all. Yes it's a fair way from downtown Porto but trust me you'll be thankful of the peace, quiet and relaxation the house offers. ##### Andrew R. Stayed 7 nights in May 2018 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ludwig v. 10 Oct 2017 #### Very nice house Maria was a really kind host. We even got some cake and portwine when we arrived. The house is exactly as described, and the metro is just a 10 minutes walk. The beach is also just 10 minutes away. We enjoyed our stay and highly recommend the house, if you´re looking for a good time in Porto. Some students from saarbrücken ##### Ludwig v. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sibylle S. 17 Sept 2017 #### sehr schönes Haus ideal auch für Freunde Unser Aufenthalt - 2 Ehepaare u. eine Einzelperson - an der Altantikküste hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Strände sind sehr weitläufig. Sonnenschein hatten wir genügend. In geschützten Lagen waren es immer so um die 25 Grad, doch leider war der Wind so stark, dass wir nur ganz kurz mit den Füßen im Wasser waren. Auch bei Spaziergängen am Meer war es von Vorteil sich etwas die Arme zu hängen. Die Villa war top. Sie ist liebevoll eingerichtet, es fehlt an nichts. Was toll ist, dass zu jedem Schlafzimmer ein eigenes Bad gehört. Die Hauseigentümer Frau Maria Cunha u. Ehemann sind sehr zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit. Der Tipp mit dem Zug nach Porto zu fahren, war toll. Wir waren gleich 2 mal in der Woche dort. Es lohnt sich auf jeden Fall!!! Schöne Lokale, in denen man gemütlich essen kann, liegen direkt am Fluss Duoro. Was uns auch sehr gut gefallen hat, war die Stadt Guimarez. Dazu braucht man aber einen Mietwagen. Guimarez hat eine sehr schöne historische Altstadt. Am besten sich gleich einen Stadtplan im Tourismuspoint von Guimarez besorgen. Wir können das Haus nur weiterempfehlen, sehr gemütlich innen wie außen. ##### Sibylle S. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 6 Aug 2017 #### A great house in marvellous surroundings with friendly renters Wir waren mit 5 Personen 14 Tage in Vila do conde. Gereizt hatte uns die Nähe zu Porto und gleichzeitig zum Strand. Wir wurden sehr freundlich von unserem Vermietern mit einem guten Kuchen und einer Flasche Portwein begrüßt. Die Kommunikation in Englisch verlief einfach. Sie waren für uns jederzeit per SMS erreichbar. Eine gebrochene Fensterangel wurde am darauffolgenden Tag sofort repariert. Auch eine Unstimmigkeit in der Buchung konnte sehr schnell und unkompliziert bereinigt werden. Sie stellten uns auch 5 Metrokarten zur Verfügung, die wir dann auch für eine Fahrt nach Porto genutzt haben. Das System ist analog zur deutschen Wabensystematik. Man muß die Tarifzone kennen und dann auf die Karten laden. Wir haben dies in einem Tabakladen mit Hilfe einer Verwandten gemacht. Das Haus ist einem guten Zustand. Alles was man braucht ist da. Die Einrichtung ist sehr liebevoll und stielvoll und man merkt dem Haus an, dass die Vermieter dort selber einmal gewohnt haben. Soweit ich es überblicken kann, waren die Betten (resp. Matratzen ziemlich neu). Der Pool war sehr wichtig, da wir in den 14 Tagen entweder aufgrund der Wassertemperatur oder des starken Windes, nur am oder zaghaft im Wasser waren. Der windgeschützt liegende Pool reichte vollkommen aus um unsere Kinder zu beschäftigen. Größere Supermärkte (Lidl) gibt es in Vila do Conde, die leider nur über eine staubelastete Brücke zu erreichen sind. Dort gibt es auch gute Restaurants für jeden Geschmack. Ausflugsziele gibt es in fast unbegrenzter Zahl in der näheren Umgebung - Porto natürlich vorneweg. Wir hatten uns für die Dauer des Aufenthalts einen Mietwagen genommen. Hier ist unbedingt zu empfehlen ein Mautgerät mit zu mieten, da man ansonsten die Maut nur bei der Post bezahlen kann und dies erst 48 Stunden nach der letzten Fahrt. Für unseren nächsten Portugalurlaub würde ich dieses Haus sofort wieder buchen. Danke an Maria Cunha und ihren Mann! ##### Michael M. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roland J. 22 Jul 2017 #### Empfehlenswert!!! Wir wurden sehr herzlich von Maria und ihrem Mann empfangen und sie zeigte uns alles nötige inklusive U-Bahn und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten. Das Haus hat uns sehr gut gefallen, wir fühlten uns wohl, und der Pool ist gut. Einzig die Betten waren etwas kurz und nicht so bequem (Federmatratzen). Leider spielte das Wetter nicht so mit, es war mit knapp über 20 Grad etwas kühl. Doch das tolle Haus hatte genügend Platz, um sich auch drinnen zu verweilen!! ##### Roland J. Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Eli A. 20 Jul 2017 #### Muy agradable, precioso jardín La casa es grande, luminosa y espaciosa. No es nueva pero las habitaciones que utilizamos (2) estaban bien equipadas, quizá echamos de menos algún enchufe en la más grande (viajamos con tanta electrónica...). El jardín precioso y cuidado, un espacio especialmente agradable para pasar ratos de reposo y lectura. María y su esposo muy amables y diligentes. Un placer. ##### Eli A. Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2017 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geri K. 18 Sept 2016 #### Schöne Villa mit viel Platz und Pool Das Ferienhaus liegt in einem Villenquartier nicht weit vom schönen Strand. Besonders geschätzt wurden die Zimmer, alle mit eigenem Bad. Im Garten mit südlichen Pflanzen und liebevoll eingerichtet, fühlten wir uns wohl. Auch der Pool war sehr geschätzt, da das Meer nur etwa 17 Grad warm war. Die Vermieter waren sehr zuvorkommend und aufmerksam. Gerne wieder. ##### Geri K. ---