Central Douro Valley Home with Private Pool and Stunning Views
"An eclectic mix of design styles all create a comforting home-away-from-home feel surrounded by natural drama." - Reviewed by Lisa
When journeying to the Douro Valley, the main attraction is the river itself and finding a good base to enjoy all the natural dramatic beauty and stunning surroundings. Look no further! With an enviable location and spectacular views, this modern family home offers up comfortable spaces and marvelous vistas.
Designed to maximize the outdoors in all seasons, you’ll find sheltered dining spots for chillier evenings or to hide from the full force of the sun, a sparkling pool for lazy summer days when temps soar, and a hidden lawn and secret hideaway for quiet morning coffees or playtimes with the young ones.
An excellent location at the center of the valley, this Douro Valley rental home offers plenty of options for wine tastings, river cruises, hiking and sightseeing. It is the ideal place to return to after busy days. Get the BBQ going, enjoy some tasty local sausages, sit back, relax with a glass of Port or local wine and never tire of watching the great golden river roll by.
A cozy family home with ample spaces for all.
Special Features
- Amazing views over the Douro River
- Private swimming pool (not heated)
- Indoor /outdoor living and dining
- Fully fitted and equipped kitchen
- Daily continental breakfast
- Covered sun deck
- Lounge chairs and umbrellas
- Private gym with valley views
- Pergola with wind shade
- BBQ
- Living room with fireplace
- Dining room seats 10-12
- Wine fridge
- Automated shutters on windows
- Air conditioning and heat
- TV lounge with MEO cable
- Pool bathroom with shower
- 1 car garage
- Home office work desk
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
Spacious bedroom suites are located on two levels, all offering the same good taste and facilities.
Bedroom on the entry level all open to the pool patio whilst upstairs rooms have narrow balconies. All have beautiful views with chairs and tables from which to enjoy some privacy or just soak up the surroundings.
Bedroom 6 is the smallest of all but totally charming with its under-the-eaves cosiness, lovely garden views and a clever tiny bathroom with all mod cons!
BEDROOM 1 – ENTRY LEVEL
Sleeps 2 Two twins or king-size bed. En-suite bathroom with rain head and handheld shower, sink and bidet. Opens to pool patio with pool views.
BEDROOM 2 – ENTRY LEVEL
Sleeps 2 – King-size bed. En-suite bathroom with rain head and handheld shower, sink and bidet. Opens to pool patio with pool views.
BEDROOM 3 – ENTRY LEVEL
Sleeps 2 – Two twin beds. En-suite bathroom with bath-shower combo, sink and bidet. Opens to pool patio with pool views.
BEDROOM 4 – UPSTAIRS
Sleeps 2 – Two twin beds. En-suite bathroom with rain head and handheld shower, sink and bidet. Opens to narrow balcony with amazing river views.
BEDROOM 5 – UPSTAIRS
Sleeps 2 – King-size bed. En-suite bathroom with rain head and handheld shower, sink, and bidet. Opens to narrow balcony with amazing river views.
BEDROOM 6 – UPSTAIRS
Sleeps 2 – Double bed (1.40m). Small room. En-suite bathroom with rain head and handheld shower, sink, and bidet. Garden views.
ALL BEDROOMS INCLUDE CLOSETS, SHEETS, BEDDING, TOWELS, BATHROBES, HAIR DRYER, TOILETRIES, AUTOMATED BLACKOUT SHUTTERS, A/C AND Wi-Fi.
Living Areas
A house made for enjoying the natural surroundings, there are plenty of pretty places to sit, sunbathe and dine. A charming, covered pergola next to the kitchen makes an idyllic hideaway to enjoy the homemade Portuguese breakfasts whilst a covered pool terrace doubles as a sophisticated al fresco dining room under the stars with dramatic Douro River views.
With its attractive living room fireplace, traditional style dining room and eclectic mix of furnishings and accessories, the home makes an ideal nest for year-round Douro holidaymaking.
Rental Price Includes
- Daily continental breakfast with an assortment of local cheeses, breads, homemade jams etc.
- Arrival and departure cleaning
- Mid-week housekeeping refresh for rentals of 7-nights or more.
- Welcome hamper with a set of regional products.
- Wi-Fi
Know Before You Go
- Lower rates available for smaller groups, please ask
- Some mobility-friendly features (accesses, spacious ground floor and adapted bedrooms and bathrooms)
- Bedroom 6 is very charming but smaller than the other rooms. Its bathroom has a very low and sloped ceiling. Most suitable for children.
- Due to the sheltered location of the home, it is very hot in summer making autumn and spring the best times to visit.
- Home spans different levels with small interior steps
- We highly recommend the local cook who is available to make traditional northern Portuguese dishes
- The house offers a pay-as-you-go selection of local wines and produce which is a great way to sample local fare.
- Equipped gym with sliding pergola ceiling, TV, impact flooring and A/C
Staff and Services
- Property manager always on hand
- Arrival and departure cleaning
- Mid-week housekeeping refresh for rentals of 7-nights or more.
- Additional daily housekeeping available (€)
- On-site laundry service available upon request
- Local cook available (€)
Kids Services & Activities
- Children welcome
- High-chairs
- Children’s equipment available.
Pet Policy
- Sorry, no pets allowed
Activities Available On-Site or Nearby
- Wine tastings, vineyard visits, Spa treatments, gastronomy, kayaking, sightseeing, restaurants, walking, cycling, Archaeological Park of the Côa Valley, Picnics, Wine tasting dinners with local oenologist, cooking classes, photography classes, river rafting, river fishing, sailing.
Additional Services ($€£)
- Itinerary planning – pre and post-arrival
- In-home spa service
- Chef for evening meal
- Local sommeliers for wine tastings
- Round-trip airport transportation
- Grocery shopping service
- Concierge services
- Babysitting services
- Booking tours, excursions and restaurant reservations
- Other services may be available – just ask!
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