Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

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Parking available
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Barbecue grill

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Marco de Canaveses, Porto District

Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio
‪15 min drive‬
Romanesque Church of Tarouquela
‪25 min drive‬
Passadiços do Paiva
‪48 min drive‬
Vila Real (VRL)
‪71 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This villa was built in 2007. It is a kind of refuge for owners and family. The villa has 4 bedrooms, one suite, and a total of 4 bathrooms, shower. It also has a living room and kitchen with generous areas and a BBQ. Outside you can enjoy the surrounding landscape, as well as the river, pool and playground. It has a total capacity for 10 people.

Property manager

Maria Aurestina Gomes Campos

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Languages

English, Portuguese

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Air conditioning

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Apenas é permitido fumar no exterior.

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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

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

Property Registration Number 123456/AL

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This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Marco de Canaveses

Located in Marco de Canaveses, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hintze Ribeiro Bridge and Hintze Ribeiro Disaster Memorial are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Garden of Saint Bartholomew and Magikland. Travelling with kids? Consider Parque Aquático de Amarante, or check out an event or a game at Municipal Stadium Cinfaes. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.

Marco de Canaveses, Porto District

What's nearby

Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura - 20 min drive - 14.4 km
Romanesque Church of Tarouquela - 25 min drive - 24.8 km
Magikland - 28 min drive - 27.2 km
Passadiços do Paiva - 48 min drive - 44.1 km

Getting around

Marco de Canaveses Station - 29 min drive
Vila Real (VRL) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

‪Café Bem Viver, Unip. - ‬9 min drive
‪Café Tropical - ‬5 min drive
‪Restaurante Encosta do Ameal - ‬26 min drive
‪AveroDouro - ‬10 min drive
‪Restaurante Penhadouro - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River located?

This family-friendly Marco de Canaveses villa is located on the waterfront, steps from Duoro River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio and Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura. Jardim de Torrao Park and Hintze Ribeiro Bridge are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

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9.8/10

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9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Family T.

8 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente estadia

Estava tudo muito bem. Foi uma passagem de ano tranquila em família e com amigos com tudo o que precisámos. Já ficámos em muitas casas e nenhuma estava tão bem equipada com esta, não faltou nada.Bonita casa, confortável e com um open space no piso inferior (sala estar, sala jantar e cozinha) espetacular e que promove o convívio entre todos.O único reparo é o acesso que de facto é complicado para os automóveis devido às manobras a que obriga, mas devido à elevada inclinação do terreno não haverá muito a melhorar.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Slava M.

12 September 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent place to chill in the summer

Nice house, the description is pretty accurate. Quite comfortable for 8 people. We stayed in the mid of summer; the pool was very warm. The river was also warm and good for swimming. The things to pay attention to: - during hot days A/C works to full capacity. - the closest store is 10-15 min away, not walkable - if you are uncomfortable driving steep up/down hill, and sharp turns, consider staying elsewhere.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian R.

25 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A unique house in a beautiful location

We had a fantastic stay. The house is spacious and well equipped, with tremendous views. The hosts were welcoming when we arrived. We loved eating under the pergola, sitting by the pool and under the trees in the hot afternoons, and paddling over to the beach in the early evening. We stocked up at local supermarkets and ate in every evening. We loved visiting Pala, Ribadouro and the Bestanca valley, the Paiva walkways and beaches.if the weather had been cooler and we had longer we would have ventured further up river but drive times are quite long- so we will have to come back!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extraordinary

We were 9 family members, parents and children. The place is amazing, clean and air-conditioned rooms, fully equipped kitchen with everything needed, great pool, private access to the beach, so we used the owner's kayak and SUP. Highly recommended!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

8 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

This is an amazing house on an amazing property. The house is well appointed and spacious. The pool is enormous, and overlooks the river. We enjoyed watching the tour boats go up and down the river, and passing the goats and chickens on the road. The host has made it very comfortable. The only downside is it is an extremely twisty and steep road down to the house. But totally worth it for the serenity upon arrival.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Canaan L.

2 October 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Experience

Everything was super nice, thank you

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiago P.

28 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Esplêndida Moradia

A estadia foi excelente. Levamos o que precisámos e o que faltou a casa dispunha. Paisagem e envolvência espetacular. Bons quartos e boa zona social. Piscina grande e dispõem de caiaque e prancha para paddle. É para voltar

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

By the riverside

The house had all the amenities necessary for a holiday with a family of various ages, in particular teenagers. The accommodation was excellent and the layout and facilities of the house and its grounds made the best of the location. The driveway in and out could be a bit daunting for some at first. Our stay was enjoyed by all the family.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierre C., Belgique

9 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay in the Douro valley

We spent 2 fantastic weeks in the beautiful house/ property of Maria-Aurestina and Manual. We were with 5 people so we had loads of space as the house can accommodate 8 to 19 people without problem. The house is extemely well équiped, nothing is missing, and everything in perfect state. The pool & garden are gorgeous, on the banks of the Douro. The calm is unbelievable and the nature beautiful, which really allows you to forget about everything and enjoy very relaxing holidays. This is the real differentiator with the other houses along the Douro: it has a direct access to it, and you can make use of the kayak and the 2 standup paddles available. Great for the teenagers… and for the adults. The house is also well situated to visit North Portugal main sites: Porto , Braga, Guimaraes, Aveiro and of course the beautiful Douro wineyards. And the weather was beautiful, but not too warm (between 25 and 32). And the river always brings a little bit of fresh air. And surprisingly, almost no mosquitos. Fabulous.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pierre C., Belgique

5 August 2023

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2 dream weeks in the Douro

We enjoyed a great 2 weeks holiday in the Douro. Maria Aurestina and Manuel are very nice hosts : helpful & kind and not intrusive. Getting there feels like you are going to dive in the Douro, but then you are rewarded with the most fantastic of location. The beauty of the nature and the calm is absolutely magic. The house is beautiful, clean, very large and very well equipped. We were 5 , so at ease as it can easily accommodate for 8 or a little more. The pool is gorgeous , and the icing on the cake is the private access to the Douro with the Kayak and 2 stand up paddles which you can use. This is great for the teenagers ( and for the adults). All this with the Douro sun makes you feel at home and you don’t want to move anymore. Nevertheless, the location is fine to visit Porto, Guimaraes and Braga, and great to spend a day in the fabulous Alto Douro vineyards. We even went to Aveiro still very reachable for a fine day out. Fantastic place, we really hope to come back

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne H.

27 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique endroit

Propriété conçue pour les vacanciers ! Prestations de qualité, vue magnifique. Accueil parfait. Nous avons profité de tous les atouts de cette location, piscine, paddle et kayak à disposition. De très belles vacances en famille.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikos K., UK

23 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular villa on the river Douro

A beautifully situated and gloriously remote riverfront villa with direct access onto the Douro for swimming, paddle-boarding and kayaking. The house and grounds are fabulous, well maintained and equipped, incredibly spacious (the photos on the listing don’t do it justice) and the location is peaceful with spectacular views of the river and mountain side opposite. Plenty of lovely Portuguese towns, vineyards and sites of interest are within an hour’s drive of the villa. The town of Marco de Canaveses (about a 20 minute drive) has plenty of good supermarkets if you are largely self-catering. Helpful information on restaurants, wine tasting vineyards and local Boat tours is provided by the owners in the villa. The owners are very helpful and any queries before and during our stay were answered quickly.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ruth S., The Netherlands

6 August 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Big house with beautiful views

The views are stunning. The pool was great with temperatures outside between 35-39 degrees. Young and old(er) enjoyed it. The location is a bit remote, so going out for dinner is a good drive away. There are several options for walks in the area, with variations in scenery.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Étienne B.

7 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice villa!

Overall very good experience! Complicated to get there and the owner do not speak English, but they provided a translator which was super helpful! The view and the amenities are well worth it!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sylvie M.

15 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquillité absolue

Villa très agréable et bien équipée, au calme idéal pour les amoureux de la nature, accès particulier il faut prendre son temps pour y arriver et y aller avec des provisions pour être tranquille. Les propriétaires sont vraiment très sympa. Je recommande vivement c'est sympa

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruno G.

11 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Semana férias com família e amigos

A casa está muito bem localizada, com acesso fácil ao rio e tem excelentes condições interiores e exteriores. Local sossegado ideal para disfrutar de uns dias de descanso e usufruir do rio. Os anfitriões são muito simpáticos e disponíveis. A Sra. da padaria que nos entregou o pequeno almoço cada manhã é também muito simpática e com enorme vontade de ajudar. Excelente experiência!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jose C.

23 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay!

The house is just amazing, as well as the owners. The house is huge, the landscape just beautiful. You have everything you may need for a great stay, from the spacious kitchen and living room, to an amazing pool and the direct access to the river with complementary SUP boards. Bedrooms are also perfect and easily accommodate 4 couples. Make sure you bring everything you may need for the stay and you will not want to go anywhere while you are there. The owners you very responsive and helpful either before and during the stay and even suggested a great homemade delivery food service that was so convenient and delicious!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bárbara C.

25 September 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelentes dias ...

A opinião de todos foi o mais positiva possível. Gostamos muito da casa, muito prática com tudo o necessário e ainda mais! O espaço exterior era a absolutamente soberbo... e ainda com o acesso directo ao Rio Douro! Muito muito bom!

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

21 August 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Férias Fantásticas!

Casa ideal para férias em família. Localização excelente, com vistas fantásticas!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nuno C.

16 August 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an amazing location, house and pool overlooking the Douro river

Having spent one week at the Penha Longa house, all we can say is thank you to the owners for making this great house available for rent. A perfect gem, in the Douro river. We will definitely return! Many thanks to Celia and her parents for the warm welcome.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

ERIKA S.

16 July 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Estadia excelente

Tudo foi maravilhoso ! O lugar é deslumbrante , a casa é muito confortável , os anfitriões são bem atenciosos , tudo muito limpo !!! Recomendo a todos !!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paulo A.

22 June 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mini Férias Fantasticas

Propriedade fantástica, proprietários super simpáticos limpeza acima da média, nada a apontar. Vou voltar com toda a certeza.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Jayne J.

11 November 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great place IF...

In our opinion, the location of property and the amenities (swimming pool, river activities, and outdoor space) are best suited for summer months/warm weather. This is not a property for cool weather and we found it difficult to do anything else in the immediate area. The house is lovely, the grounds spectacular, and access to the river is spot on. Owner and family were very friendly and approachable.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dominic P., Quebec, Canada

29 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Endroit tranquille et paisible

Une résidence très bien organiser, tranquille, l’accès faut prendre son temps pour y arriver, je vous la recommande.

10/10 Excellent

Tim J.

14 September 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We were a party of 9 - four adults and 5 kids aged 6-14 and we had a wonderful time! Idyllic and private location, wonderful (beautifully equipped) villa topped off with riverside access. Super super holiday and Celia (the owner) and her parents (who were there to welcome us with her friend Martin to translate) were both charming and always available when we had any questions. The neighbours were also lovely - after an electrical storm we couldn’t find the trip box for the downstairs electrics but they came down and made us good! Thanks to all and we hope to see you all next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

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