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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 154305.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

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Vila do Conde, Oporto
  • Praca da Republica
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Vila do Conde Aqueduct
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Vila do Conde Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Futon

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

LOFT ROOM

+2
3 Single Beds, 2 Double Beds and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms

2nd Ensuite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Family Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Master Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

20% EASTER WEEK DISCOUNT FROM 19 TO 26/04/25

Beautiful Manor House, with 400m2, very private, also extremely well located for excursions both up and down the Costa Verde being about 120km from Spain and 20km from Oporto. If you like dining beside the River Douro at Ribeira, 20 minutes it's how long it takes once you get use to the roads. Outside there is a 10 x 5m swimming pool, toilet, shower and a large covered sitting area, which is useful during peak sun hours where you can enjoy your meals and watch the kids in the pool. If you prefer the beach, Praia D'AREIA is only 2km down the road where you also find small shops, restaurants and supermarket. Bigger supermarkets, restaurants, boutiques etc are available 5km in the town of Vila do Conde, including the famous 'MARKET' on Friday morning. The grounds with 10000m2 are ideal and safe for children to run around. There are also orange, lemon and fruit trees in the garden from which, subject to season, you can help yourself and make lovely juices. Please note that prices are based on 10 people, extra charge of €175pw per person upto 5 and open loft room, under 3 are free. The central heating is charged separately at €180 per week.
TRANSFERS AND CATERING SERVICE AVAILABLE ON REQUEST, PLEASE ASK.
WE CAN ARRANGE FOR SURF LESSONS IN THE AREA: €40 pp. The class includes 2 hours of surfing, with all material included (suit and board), and transport by car from the accommodation to the beach.We also can arrange for a wine taste experience in Porto with tapas €45 per person. Includes Tasting of 3 White, 3 Red and 3 Port Wines with Typical Tapas.
We now have the METRO near us which can take you to various places, Airport, Vila do Conde, Porto city, and the F.C.Porto stadium Estadio do Dragao. The nearest station is VARZIELA or ARVORE or Line B ( red line) and it's 10min walk from the house.

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Ana Pires
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Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
SMOKING ONLY ALLOWED OUTSIDE THE HOUSE
NO NOISE AFTER 11PM

Important information

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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 60
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 62849/AL

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vila do Conde

Located in Vila do Conde, this villa is near the beach. Matosinhos Beach and Vila do Conde Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Good Feeling and Funny City. Travelling with kids? Consider Pinhais Cannery & Co. and Martataka Theme Park. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing.
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Vila do Conde, Oporto

What's nearby

  • Praca da Republica - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Vila do Conde Aqueduct - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Convento de Santa Clara - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • The Style Outlets - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Vila do Conde Beach - 13 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • Varziela Station - 9 min walk
  • Sao Romao Station - 17 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Romando - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pizzaria Terrazza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pé N'areia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria Cabanas - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Areal - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 20% EASTER WEEK DISCOUNT FROM 19 TO 26/04/25 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 20% EASTER WEEK DISCOUNT FROM 19 TO 26/04/25 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 20% EASTER WEEK DISCOUNT FROM 19 TO 26/04/25?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 20% EASTER WEEK DISCOUNT FROM 19 TO 26/04/25?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 20% EASTER WEEK DISCOUNT FROM 19 TO 26/04/25 located?

This family-friendly Vila do Conde villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Varziela Chinatown, The Style Outlets and Praca da Republica. Vila do Conde Aqueduct and Convento de Santa Clara are also within 3 miles (5 km). Varziela Station is 9 minutes by foot and Azurara Station is 18 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick G.

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Clean, spacious, attractive villa, with plenty for kids

The villa was clean, spacious and comfortable. It has a beautiful appearance.We were welcomed with a large plate of fruits, cheese and meats on the kitchen table, and a lovely birthday cake in the fridge for me. The hosts also left various drinks, cooking oil and sauces for us to use.The garden was also spacious and attractive, with a badminton net and football goals - bats, ball etc provided.There were plenty of facilities, including a washing & drying room, and a loo near the pool.The pool was large and inviting, though the water was cold. There was outdoor seating, with barbecue table tennis, table football and hot tub(extra charge), all protected from the weather (which was awful except for two days).There are two Metro stations within walking distance, convenient for day travel to Porto.There is a busy local road right outside, but the whole property is protected by a high wall and gate.You really have to drive to get to the beach (Praia de Arvore, 2.5km), shops (Lidl, 3.8km) or restaurants (eg Mezzaluna, 2.9km).The hot water had to be reset at regular intervals, and the radiator heating costs an extra 30 euros per day.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerry A.

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Beautiful property. Phenomenal grounds

11 of us stayed as two families, with kids ranging between 13 and 7. We were so impressed with the sheer size of the property and the grounds. It was so spacious and immaculate. The kitchen was fully equipped with everything that you could possibly need. There were so many things to do around the villa, whether it was the pool, table tennis, table football, badminton or playing football, that no-one was ever bored. We ate in the villa most days, but got Ubers into Vila do Conde and Povoa de Varzim when we went to restaurants. We didn’t hire a car because Ubers are so cheap over there. They are half the price of the UK. We had a day trip to Porto via the metro, which is only a 5 minute walk away. We arranged larger food deliveries with Pingo Doce and Continente and for smaller orders, we used Ubereats, which would deliver from the local supermarket. We loved our stay, thank you and we would love to return again.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan D.

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Arvore

We had a super stay. The Villa is superb and well equipped. The grounds are huge! Our hosts could not have done more for us. The Villa itself is about 20 mins away from Porto. You need a car here. But if you fancy leaving it behind, an Uber costs around €16 each way into Porto. The pool is great and refreshing rather than hot. All the bedrooms are fantastic, all 12 of us were very comfortable. Thank you Joao for being so lovely and engaging with us. The weather cools off a lot in the eve so maybe bring a cardi! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

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Greay holiday

Really enjoyed our holiday. The house and pool were fantastic and just what we wanted to relax and unwind.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maeve L.

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Wonderful stay!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Very attentive hosts, fabulous location and we really appreciated the refreshing pool to dip into, particularly after a days exploring. Everything we needed was to hand and the villa is SO spacious and also cool inside which we appreciated in the heat. Would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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Family trip

Really enjoyed our family visit to the villa for a week in June. The property was a lovely traditional villa with so much space and facilities indoor and out. With the great weather most days it was the ideal location for a get together and a shared family celebration. The beach and Villa do conde were both within walking distance and with Ubers so easy and cheap to take we could have managed without our own transport. Ana was so helpful with emails and communication prior to our visit and João couldn't have been more welcoming and responsive when we had a small issue and with the first night supplies we were well set up for our visit. Thanks so much for making our big family meet up so successful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

fiona A., London

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Great family Gathering

We had a wonderful stay at the property. Ana and her family were very accommodating and communication was great! Food and drinks greeted us at the property!! All needs were catered for and the images online do not do the property justice - far better. So spacious and full of amenities/equipment. The garden and pool were just wonderful with fruit trees in the orchard which can be picked if in season. Lovely south facing garden. The table tennis was a great hit too and the smart TV very useful for the evenings. Near to two metro lines. Beach about a 30 minute walk with some small supermarkets along the way. Went into Porto one day and into Povoa de Varzim at the end of the line another day. To see further afield a car would be useful. Thank you Ana
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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Friends and family get away

We visited with friends, as two families of five. We had a broad range of children aged from 2 to 18 and there was plenty of space for us all to stay in comfort. The photos don’t do the pool and grounds justice, it was even better than we had expected! We didn’t hire a car but you do need a vehicle to get around. The metro is excellent and only a ten minute walk away and it’s very easy to get around by taxi with Uber. The beaches are excellent with fantastic surf. Don’t forget your wetsuit as it is the Atlantic! It is a family owned property and the help we received in planning our trip was exceptional. The welcome gifts provided us with a taste of Portugal and were a sign of the warmth of hospitality that we received throughout our trip.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

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Great Family Holiday 29th July

We absolutely loved our stay 29th July-5th Aug. We were a family of 8 - 5 adults and 3 kids. The Villa had everything you could need. The welcome from Joao was perfect and he even took the blokes to the local shop so we could get our essentials even though our flight had already been delayed. The welcome hamper was awesome and the hosts really do go above and beyond. We had fantastic days in the pool and awesome meals out in the local area and further a field. I would recommend hiring a car if you are considering it. We didn’t have a car and the local village was walkable and the metro was easy to get to but the local roads have narrow footpaths. Hiring a car definitely isn’t essential and we had a fabulous time without one. We used a Uber a couple of times and it was cheap to do. My mum has had a knee replacement so on the odd occasion we ubered instead of walked. We would recommend going to the local bakery (every morning for breakfast! Just around the corner), visit the local village, visit Vila do conde and visit Porto. We ate at some lovely places but our last night we went to Guia in Vila do conde. The meal probably cost the same amount as the rest of the week (food prices are really really reasonable) but it was worth it for the view and great food. The best bit of the whole holiday was definitely chilling by the pool and watching the kids play in the spectacular grounds. We will definitely be back. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

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Family and friends

Great place to see and explore Porto from fab for large group of friends
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

bridget p.

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Amazing villa n Hosts A*****

The villa and gardens are huge, the photos definatly dont do it justice, there is SO much room for everyone. The bedrooms were all a good size, there was a lounge area which we only used once as we spent all our time outside in the seating area, there is a more formal sitting/dining room which we didnt use, we kept the doors closed as was not needed for our party. Kitchen was a good size with dishwasher. The Hosts had left beers, snacks etc in the fridge which was really nice but walking into the kitchen to a lovely Portuguese cake and biscuits plus bottle of wine and fruits bowl was the most amazing gesture and very kind. The Host offered to take us food shopping in his car, which we was grateful for, how nice of him to offer tho :) Ping pong table was the highlight of the evenings with competitions each night!! Swimming pool was used alot but very cold when you first get in, kids didnt feel the cold as much as the adults. We had some cloudy days which didnt help. We wanted a BBQ on the 2nd night and i couldnt get it to work and messaged the Host who said the small gas bottle had probably ran out and said we needed to purchase one, an hour or so later the Host arrived with a new gas bottle, the Host literally goes above and beyond to help. Only downfall was there was nothing walkable except a yummy bakery, we didnt find any restaurants to eat in so used Uber eats alot, McDs was nice and quick! We did get uber taxi to Lidl a few times for shopping. AMAZING break had by all!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W., England

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10 go to Portugal

It is an ideal setting for a multi generational group of friends/family. The grounds were beautifully kept, there were plenty of games for the children. The pool was very clean and a good size. Joao was there to meet us on arrival and the port and cake was a lovely touch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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Family gathering and celebrations

Wonderfully spacious property, plenty of room for everyone. We had a great time making use of all the facilities. The photo’s actually don’t do it justice, it’s much better than you expect. Joao was a great help on our arrival day.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Omar O.

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Villa near Porto

The Villa is very spacious, the photos accurately depict the space and you will find all the amenities you need to make your stay enjoyable, pool, hot tub BBQ and many more. There is a metro station a short walk away too. Great for large groups!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire G., Manchester

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Amazing Villa

4 groups of friends, 15 of us altogether and we all had the best time. Ana and her brother went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. From arranging the airport transfers, to stocking up the fridge for our late arrival, to including a baby gate so our little ones were safe, we couldn’t have asked for better hosts. The villa itself is amazing. As others have said, the pictures just don’t do it justice. It’s incredible. We never felt like we were under each others feet as there was so much space. The outdoor space gets the biggest thumbs up though. Pool, ping pong, football table, hot tub, inflatables, they had everything you could think of. The area is very quiet and residential. The metro is within walking distance, the nearest shop is about a 15 minute walk, and the beach is about a 20 minute walk (unless you have 7 kids with you like we did, in which case it’ll take a good 45 minutes including an ice cream stop!) but Uber is available - which we only thought to use on the second to last day - so if it’s hot, we’d advise using one to get back to the villa. It’s really cheap. We also enquired about getting a catering company in one night to cook for us. Ana recommended her friends Armanda and Manuel. They cooked the most amazing Portuguese BBQ for us. We would highly recommended hiring them. Such wonderful people and amazing chefs! Thank you Ana, you are a great host and we will definitely book the villa again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H., London

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Great place for a group

We were 3 families with children aged between 3 and 7 and we had a fantastic time. The property had everything we needed and we were kept well entertained with the lovely pool, table tennis and gardens. The host was very friendly and helpful and took us on a tour to see the local area and made some great recommendations. The welcome platter was also a very kind and welcome gesture! I would highly recommend this villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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Wonderful family holiday

The villa was stunning, well maintained and within easy walking distance of shops, metro and beach. At the villa we made good use of the facilities provided - swimming pool, table tennis and badminton. We were also able to pick some oranges and lemons from the fruit trees in the grounds. On arrival the host made sure we were settled in, introduced us to the local area and even provided a welcome gift of melon, meat&cheese platter and some port! Highly recommend for family holidays.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

ellen b.

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Great villa for large group

Really large villa, great space for a large group of Friends. Very friendly and helpful hosts - thank you for a lovely stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Great relaxing quiet holiday

Unfortunately it was too cold to use the swimming pool. Beautiful villa with large spacious garden - had a lovely time and the host was great for check in and check out. Will definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting a great holiday near to Porto.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keara M., Wahiawa, Oahu

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Perfect for large family group

This house was big enough for a party of 15 with room to spare. The kitchen was well stocked, the house itself is beautiful, and the yard was great for our kids to play. If we had come in the summer then we could have used the pool and never had to leave the house for anything else except food. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nigel T., Nottingham England

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Great House

This is a big well maintained house with loads of space inside and out. Great pool and garden. The laundry room is a real bonus. Everything is well designed and set up for a large group. Some of the beds were a bit hard but that’s better than too soft! To suit our drinking we added large red wine and fizz glasses to the house stock. Two excellent local bakeries and a little supermarket nearby. Beach walkable for the youngsters. Metro handy and great for access to Porto. We had a great holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

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Holiday with friends

Fabulous house for large group of friends and family. Gorgeous gardens, great pool area. 10 minute walk to station for metro to Porto. Just lovely thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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Beautiful & well located property

We are a family of 7 adults and a toddler and we all had a great time staying at Vila do Conde. The house was very spacious and the garden was exceptional with lemon, orange and plum trees. The pool was very inviting. The location suited us very well as we could walk round the corner to a cafe for breakfast and also walk to the metro to take the train to Porto. While we were there the weather was cooler than normal but there were still plenty of activities to keep us busy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

Fantastic Villa

It was my 60th birthday and we decided to rent this villa for a family holiday. There were eight adults, three children ranging from 2 to 8 years of age and one nine week old baby. The accommodation was plenty big enough for us all and the grounds were amazing. The swimming pool was just perfect and there was no need to leave the place at all. On our arrival we were met by Joao, who took his time to explain all about the villa and then took a couple of the group out and about to show them the local area. There was a birthday cake and a couple of bottles of’fizz’ to welcome us, as well as a few essentials to see us through to the next morning. Nothing was too much trouble. We caught the metro to Porto one day, which I would thoroughly recommend and a few of the group went to various different beaches in the area. The nearest supermarket was about 15 minutes walk and was well big enough to supply everything we needed. We had a fantastic holiday and would thoroughly recommend the villa to everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lizzy patterson

Spacious family home with stunning grounds

We thoroughly enjoyed a family holiday at O'Refugio, Joao made us feel so welcome upon our arrival which immediately set the tone for a wonderful stay. We had four families staying here with six children altogether and we found the house large enough to easily accommodate us all. The house is clean, well-equipped and the gardens extensive. We made use of the pool every day. Locally, there is a fabulous bakery just a five minute walk away which we visited daily for fresh bread, custard cakes and delicious coffee too. We also walked to the beach which took just over fifteen minutes; the sand is golden and there's a fabulous beach bar serving a wide range of snacks and meals. We thoroughly recommend a day trip to Porto; this is a stunning, vibrant city with plenty to do for both children and adults alike. It is also easily accessible by the metro which has two stations within walking distance from the villa. Thank you to Joao, Ana and your mother for providing us with a holiday to remember. We would like to visit this area again.

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