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Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto

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Pool
Terrace/patio
Interior
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Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 42000 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Valongo, Porto
  • Place, Continente Shopping Centre
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Ribeira Square
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto

The House is an original slate house of more than 300 years, totally restored and inserted in the middle of nature, to offer you a peaceful stay in the gates of the wonderful city of Porto. Within 5 minutes walking distance, you can take the train and get to the historic center in 20 minutes. Otherwise, if you have a car, you will be there in about 15 minutes.
The Shale house has the capacity to accommodate 6 people, as it has two double bedrooms with private bathroom and a mezzanine with a double sofa bed.
Only one of the rooms is available in the bookings for two people. The room has been selected during the booking process. If you want to use both rooms, it is necessary to pay an additional fee.
On the ground floor there is the kitchen (equipped with fridge, microwave, oven, stove and the basic kitchen utensils), a living space, a bathroom and one of the double bedrooms with private bathroom. On the first floor there is the other double bedroom with private bathroom and the mezzanine. The shale house maintains the freshness during the summer and, for the coldest days, there is a wood burning stove to keep you warm.
Outside the house there are green spaces and a huge terrace where you can take sun baths, have a nice barbecue and, on the warmest days, refresh yourself in a typical tank. For sports lovers, there is also a wooden pavilion that you can access to practice gymnastic or yoga.
If you are coming by car or any other vehicle, you can park it safely within the property.
The Shale House is situated in a quiet and safe residential area and you can enjoy the countryside from the countryside with a relaxing ecological walk, alongside the "Paleozoic Route" (Sítio Rede Natura 2000). In the neighborhood you can find pharmacy, supermarkets, coffees, restaurants and public transports that go directly to Porto center (train and bus stations are situated at 5min walking distance). If you are coming by car, the house is located at 2km from the highway exit, with access to the different regions of the country.
Shale House is situated within a triangle constituted by three admirable places - Douro, Porto and Guimarães - World Heritage. It's an ideal starting point for those who would like to visit, besides Porto, the cities of Viana do Castelo, Braga, Guimaraes, Coimbra and Aveiro.
During your stay you may count with our help to give you all the advices and indications taking into account your personal preferences and interests. We provide you maps, public transports schedules, interesting points info., Etc.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Young children should only use the ground floor
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a beautifull terrace where you can smoke

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 50307/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Valongo

Located in Valongo, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Livraria Lello and Norte Shopping. Maia Zoo and Crystal Palace Gardens are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with horse riding, mountain climbing and hiking.
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Valongo, Porto

What's nearby

  • Continente Shopping Centre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Dragao Stadium - 10 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 13 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 13 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Ribeira Square - 14 min drive - 18.9 km

Getting around

  • Venda Nova Station - 7 min drive
  • Suzão Station - 8 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Timeout Sports Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Santa Justa - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Estica A Brasa - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Casa das Bifanas - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Taberna do Centenário - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Continente Shopping Centre and Valongo Cathedral. Park of the Serras do Porto is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away. Suzão Station is 8 minutes by foot and Valongo Station is 23 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Flávia

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