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Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto

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Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Terrace/patio
Balcony
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto

Serene beauty and total privacy on a large terrace over the Douro!

Holiday home in the green landscape of arbutus and cork trees, with privileged views of the river, at the gates of the Douro Wine Region, a world heritage site.

To share with friends and family, on barbecue and revelry afternoons on the riverfront terrace, savoring the green wine of Tormes, or quietly reading at sunset. At night "(...) nothing more beautiful, and more vain than a cave on top of the mountains, looking at the stars! ... "* And in the colder season, why not a port when the flames crackle in the warmth of the fireplace?

Set in a 3000 m2 wooded and landscaped property, Casa Douro Terrace offers 3 elegant and spacious bedding rooms, one with a panoramic balcony overlooking the valley and the river; large living / dining room with fireplace, television, stereo system, DVD, books, games (adults and children) and toys; two full bathrooms with a hairdryer and free toiletries; Kitchen equipped with stove, kitchenware, stove / oven, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, kettle and blender.

Douro Terrace features free WiFi. Free private outdoor parking is available. Free bicycles are available. There is possibility of cleaning during the stay. The rooms are equipped with heating.

Outside there is a large terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. The terrace overlooks a wooded area that extends to the river.

Baião, with the largest green area in the district of Porto, breathes “fine and pure air” * and offers natural scenery of “incomparable beauty” *, river beaches, historic routes, preserved villages, ancient monuments and excellent cuisine.

Be dazzled by the “natural life of Baião”, enjoy the riverside place of Pala with its orange groves, practice water sports, walk along Ribadouro's Roman sidewalk, cool off in the pure waters of the Bestança River (Cinfães) and the river beach from the river Ovil. Follow the Romanesque route - visit the Ancede Monastery (founded in the 18th century). XII) and the bridge of Esmoriz. Take the “Jacinto Way” from Aregos (Tormes) Station and go up the mountain to Tormes. Discover the villages lost in time (Mafómedes), the Serra do Marão, the indigenous Carvalhal de Reixela, the Serra da Abobreira with its megalithic monuments and delight in the wines and the local cuisine.

Finally, be dazzled by the Douro vineyard by catching the train at Aregos station “(…) the tiny Tormes station (…), by the river, among rocks, with its showy sunflowers…” * and continue to Pocinho, on the Douro line, on a trip through Miguel Torga's “wonderful kingdom”

(*) Quotes from "The City and the Mountains" by writer Eça de Queirós

Property manager

João Freitas

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Apenas é permitido fumar no exterior com cinzeiro.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Cycling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: As crianças até 2 anos, não pagam

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Seniors-only community
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
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 41142/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Villa
Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto
Casa Douro Terrace River Views in Douro Valley 60 'from Porto
Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Villa
Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Villa
Casa Douro Terrace River Views in Douro Valley 60 'from Porto
Casa Douro Terrace River Views in Douro Valley 60 'from Porto

About the neighborhood

Map
Ancede - Baião, Porto

What's nearby

  • Monastery of Santo André de Ancede - 7 min drive
  • Garden of Saint Bartholomew - 19 min drive
  • Caldas de Aregos - 20 min drive
  • Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths - 21 min drive
  • Caldas de Aregos Marina - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Marco de Canaveses Station - 26 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Cais Porto Antigo - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Café Sangens - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪O Alpendre - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪O Procurador - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Refúgio do Bastança - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto located?

This family-friendly Baiao villa is located on a river, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Monastery of Santo André de Ancede, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Eça de Queiroz Foundation and Quinta de Covela. Garden of Saint Bartholomew and São Tiago de Valadares Church are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
An amazing place to stay in the Douro. Beautiful place and a great location with views of the Douro . Ideal for relaxing or sightseeing around the area. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and view
Or stay was perfect. From the rainbow over the Douro in the morning to the nice sunsets. Made ourselves a little piri-piri chicken in the bbq. Staff from local Mercado were super friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect hideaway
The property is superb, everything you need is there, and the view is very special. We took the train to Porto and back, which was great, but were really glad to get back to the space and tranquility of the house. Joao is an excellent host, great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the first time I have stayed at a VRBO and it was better than expected.
The host was responsive and very helpful. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Douro Valley escape
Everything was spot on! Only problem was being able to initially find the property as I had difficulty driving and looking at google maps at the same time and not being conversant in Portuguese. Thankfully we were rescued by the owner as there was a main road closed not marked. Afterwards, things were great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernand V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So so so nice!!
We spent 3 nights and there were 6 of us. The house is so spacious and comfortable. We were several hours late in checking in but Joao was still very welcoming and helped us find the location by guiding us over the phone. He had a special bread for us as well as a great bottle of wine which we enjoyed. The views are amazing from the home and patio. Do not hesitate to book this property, you will not regret it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
We enjoyed everything about our stay here (July 2023). João went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and was extremely helpful in informing us about the local area. I would highly recommend this property! Thank you João!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Casa Duro Terrace
A wonderful location—great scenery— wonderful host — typical mountain roads!! Just don’t be in a hurry!!! Amazing flowers along the road. We would certainly recommend it highly
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T., Lansing, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful famly holiday
Casa Douro Terrace is an excellent location for exploring the Douro Valley. We had a family of 7 adults and we had plenty of room. Joao and Orlanda were very accommodating. We very much enjoyed the Port and cake that were left for us on arrival. I would recommend this property to anyone exploring the Douro!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great View, awesome home Fabulous, Host great!
The host is great, the place is great home it’s cozy comfortable and well equipped, an awesome view. A spectacular large place with panoramic views from back wrap around patio, high in the hills over the Douro. Beds comfortable AC in each bedroom - Quiet location - only praise. Finding the place is a bit hard at first - a small drive off country like road but well worth that step to be amazed of the place and its view and comfort. Host provided a warm welcome bottle if wine cake for our arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Great place for a rural base in the Douro Valley
Secluded spot (car essential). Very quiet. Magnificent views from the terrace. Very comfortable house with all the essentials and much more. Great place to explore the Douro Valley. João, the host is very welcoming (wine, cake, oranges, chocolates and fresh flowers) charming and discreet- available if you need him. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joy B., Lakeland, Florida USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property
Absolutely stunning property with incredible views, We spent many hours on the patio relaxing with a stunning view of terraced landscape and the river. Our favorites were the patio and day trips to many stunning nearby towns and villages. My daughter and i enjoyed wineries and the train ride through the douro wine region was breathtaking. You do need a car to get there and be able to get around. The property owner was very helpful with a personal introduction to the house and many tips on how to get around and special places to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frederick C., Prevost, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
In the hearth of the Douro valley
This property has an astonishing view of the Douro Valley and it's near vineyards, without the need to drive for hours to reach them. Also, the air conditioning in each bedroom was very welcome during the heatwaves. João was very kind to show us everything we needed in the house and in the region... do not miss the small vineyard just 5 minutes away with their excellent white and rosé wines! As a side note, this house is located in the mountains, so the parking spot is a bit narrow and only two sides of the house have viable windows... but what a view!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nirmal M., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise in the heart of Douro`
We really enjoyed our week-long stay at João's beautiful home perched on the crest of the hills enveloping a valley with views of lush green forests, vineyards and the Douro river. The home is spacious and well appointed with amenities. The place is a great location to stay if you plan to explore the Douro valley with its many vineyards, wineries and small towns and villages with its igrejas, quintas and miradouros. João took care to give us a walkthrough of his home, a few of his recommendations and then wished us a good stay. His recommendations didn't disappoint. Our stay was comfortable, relaxed and rejuvenating. We will eagerly look for opportunities to come and stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cori-Lynn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gem In the Douro
This is a "gem" in the Douro Valley. Peaceful, serene, family orientated house, beautiful and outstanding location. When in the Douro Valley, it is like a vacation on top of a vacation. We enjoyed our stay. The house was great ~ clean, opened, large, great view, fabulous outside deck to sit and enjoy the church bells that ring over the valley while enjoying the outstanding view. Our hosts were more than we could ask for. Accommodating in the utmost respect. Blessed to have found this place and meet our hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Graham M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Space, peace and tranquility
Beautiful modern house with wonderful views to the Douro and to the opposit side of the valley. The house is so well equipped and comfortable, it feels like a home which is loved. The hosts were charming, generous and helpful always available to assist with suggestions. One needs a car as the terrain is steep and the property is quite isolated. The train station is 10 minutes drive away with regular trains to Porto or the other direction. Lots of places were accessible. We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in the Douro.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

charlie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to explore the Douro Valley !!!
Wow the pictures could not capture the views from the decks they were amazing day and night .... the best morning coffee place and a awesome way to start our day ! The house had everything we needed but we didn’t use much... if we were there longer I’m sure we could have made use of more. The place was clean and had lots of towels and bedding. Make sure to leave time to go down the 222 it is an amazing drive Do not miss it !!! It is spectacular. The couple was great and they were easy to get intouch with via text or call. I would recommend this property anytime and would stay again if we were lucky enough to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lucia & Peter K.

Superb - Met every expectation.
Property was as advertised. Magnificent location with spectacular views where photos do not do justice to the reality. Somewhat isolated but exactly what we wanted for a lengthy stay of 8 weeks to explore the Douro region and the cultural and historic centres of northern Portugal. Hosts Joào & Orlanda were welcoming, warm and friendly. During our stay we had regular communication with them as they queried if all our needs were being met. Superb hosts and just lovely people. Score on any criteria -- 10 out of 10 and would highly recommend this property. Thank you Joáo & Orlanda for giving us an experience of your land and culture which we will always treasure. Peter & Lucia Keightley, Melbourne Australia.
Stayed 56 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Grant G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome scenery
We were a party of six from Canada coming from Porto. The drive was awesome and the scenery from the back deck was very spectacular. Joao met us at the house and gave us a welcoming tour which included a bottle of Port, a beautiful chocolate cake and some chocolates wrapped in foil. They were delicious! We had loaded up on groceries before leaving Porto and this was a good decision as there wasn’t much for local mercado’s nearby. Also we mentioned to Joao that we were looking to visit a local winery and he arranged for us tour a 5 star facility nearby to learn all about the business and to taste their best products. This property is actually in the vinho verde region of Portugal just short of the Douro valley where the real port is produced but the scenic drive and the spectacular views were well worth the efforts to find it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worth the Journey
After walking the hills of Obidos, Coimbra and Porto we were thrilled to arrive at Joao and Orlanda's house in Ancede. The pictures fall short in showing off the beauty and charm and warmth of the house. Joao and Orlanda were there to greet us and introduce us to their house. They left us with beautifully arranged treats on the dining room table. The kitchen was one of the best supplied kitchens. The rooms are large and the linens great. The wood floors and the woodwork aroung the house are beautiful. Step outside on the deck and the view of the Douro River and valley make you want to stay forever. We were only there for 2 night. It would be easy to stay for longer. Driving on some of the roads in this area is not for the feint of heart, but i don't know if you even need to leave the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A slice of life away from the crowds
The house is so beautiful! The views are amazing, and Joao could not be kinder. He provided every single thing to make us comfortable and happy. It’s a great place to relax, and the house has everything you need. The terrace is breathtaking! Don’t stay here if your main interests are the wineries. This Is is on the border of the Vinho Verde and Douro DOC, and the biggest cluster of wineries are not close by. The driving, although stunning, is winding and sometimes hair-raising.. However, the scenery is fantastic, and the nearby area is much more “real” than the area farther east which is packed with wineries. We had much more of a sense of how people live, and less of a “curated” experience of being in a place set up to receive tourists. There are wineries in the Douro DOC that are close enough for day trips. Make a reservation in advance for Quinta da Crasto or other famous wineries. Closer by, the winery Quinta Covelo was wonderful and incredibly beautiful. This house is beautiful and comfortable, and a lovely place to relax. The kitchen is great for cooking, and feels like home. Thank you, Joao!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Larry L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet home with a stunning view
The home was exactly as advertised! Amazing view of the river and Douro Valley. Spotlessly clean and I was amazed that all of the windows were also spotless to take advantage of the wonderful views. There is a constant breeze, sometimes strong, but refreshing. When hot, shade on the deck is hard to come by, but really not much of an issue. The kitchen was modern and fairly well outfitted for cooking and eating. As with all rentals, I found that the knives were very dull, but I have learned to bring a collapsible sharpening rod! I was a little disappointed in the grill as it was very dirty and greasy, lacked grilling tools and nothing around to clean it up. My wife loved the washing machine and appliances. We would absolutely rent here again. It fit our life style perfectly. It is a bit away from grocery stores and you DO NOT want to drive at night on any of the roads in the Douro As parking is very limited so people simply park either halfway on the road, or in some cases, in the middle of the road. Somewhat startling to round one of the constant bends in the road to find car parked in the middle of your lane. Also, DO NOT TRUST GOOGLE MAPS. What it identifies as a road will frequently be a cobble stone, one lane road that narrows down to a small car width and requires the mirrors to be folded in. This can cause a bit of a nervous meltdown by your passengers. Okay for the locals but very nerve wracking for others.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KCJM
Very nice property, beautiful views, owner very friendly and informative
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denyse G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradis dans les vignes . Mais on donne un gros 4.9 sur 5
Nous avons adoré notre séjour . Tout est pareil comme dans la publicité . L’hôte a été remarquable avec beaucoup de très jolies attentions … bulles , gâteau maison , chocolat , figues fraîches … vraiment on a été choyé . La maison est très confortable . L’air climatisée a été apprécié ..et la vue incroyable . Il faut juste être prête à conduire une heure de Porto .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Monica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lugar maravilloso
Si buscas silencio, tranquilidad, temperaturas templadas en verano, aire limpio, este es tu lugar. Si además quieres una casa con vistas increíbles, bonita, limpia, bien equipada y con acogida servicial, esta es tu casa..
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023