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Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Breakfast available
  • Pool

About this property

Entire place

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

Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi

The Pool House, with its own large salt-water private pool, is a wonderful place to have a holiday break. The house is modern, with high sloping ceilings and pine doors. As the view is beautiful, over the distant mountains and villages, windows abound. It is difficult to say if the view is better by day or by night, with the pool illuminated and up-lighting onto the stone walls and the olive trees! There is a fire pit where you can sit in the garden, warm your hands and roast marshmallows, enjoyed with a glass of port.
The front of the house has bi-fold doors, opening onto the lawn, with a completely private 12m x 6m azure blue tiled salt-water pool, with a walled-in garden. The depth of the pool rises from 1m next to the house (4 steps in) to 1m75 at the far end. There is a solar shower next to the pool, sun loungers, parasols, with various tables and chairs throughout the garden. At the end of the garden there is a private car-park, for guests' use only. The house is surrounded by flowers, fruit trees, vines and olive trees. The house is set in the mountains but is only 15 minutes from Portugal's 3rd largest city, Braga and it is 5 minutes from the village of Longos, with several cafés and restaurants.
Right behind the house are woodland paths through the eucalyptus and cork trees - so you can walk to the parks and gardens of Sameiro and then, if you're feeling energetic, walk on to Bom Jesus, with its World Heritage status.
The owners have just bought a little flock of Cameroon lambs - guests are welcome to go and visit them or just watch them ambling along, one behind the other, from the Pool House garden.
In the morning pop out and pick oranges to make your fresh orange juice and every morning you'll find a bag of freshly baked bread rolls hanging from the gate - paid for by the owners.
There are various patios and terraces where you can escape to - with a glass of the house vinho verde (offered by the owners).
The house feels totally off the beaten path but in fact it is close to Braga and Guimarães. Taipas, with its weekly market, thermal spa, cafés, supermarkets, banks and shops is 7 minutes drive away and the village of Longos, 3 minutes away, boasts several cafés, excellent local restaurants and a mini-market.
Other amazing daily markets are the Municipal Braga market and the Bolhão market in Porto - hop on the train and get off at São Bento station. You could even book yourself in for a Food and Wine tour of Porto.
Fruit trees at the property abound - figs in the autumn, oranges, lemons, kiwis in the Winter, plums in the Summer. Guests are invited to help themselves. No extra cost whatsoever!
Guests arrive to a welcoming snack and wine/eggs/fruit from the farm.
Detailed description of the interior of the house:
The Pool House has 2 good sized bedrooms. The front bedroom has sliding doors onto the garden. The bed is Queen-sized (1.60mx2m). It has a large wardrobe, table, chairs, bedside lockers etc.
The back bedroom has twin beds (each is 1m x 2m), a large wardrobe, table, chairs etc. All the windows have electric blinds as well as white voile curtains.
The kitchen is fully equipped - dishwasher, washing machine, an electric built-in oven and an induction cooker, a built-in microwave. Hand painted crockery and cups, a large array of wine glasses and tumblers. A Nespresso coffee machine and a Coffee Plunger, lots of pots and pans. The kitchen has a table and chairs for 4. Also, a TV (with all the British channels) and snug area with comfortable chairs. Large sliding doors open from the kitchen onto the veranda, with a dining room table and another sitting area, with wall-mounted TV, sofa and chairs.
The veranda/sitting room has the dining area to one side, next to the BBQ and the sitting area to the other side, with the view - the 2 TVs show all the Portuguese and British channels (through satellite TV). The veranda TV also has Netflix.
The bi-fold doors can be kept shut on chilly days and open on hot summer days. There is a wood burner on the veranda, so guests can enjoy a room with a view (over the valley and the pool) as well as enjoying the atmosphere of a wood burning stove - only necessary in the winter.
All the rooms have central heating.
The bathroom has a large shower, heavy glass wash-hand basin and WC. Wake up to a hot shower using the beautiful fluffy bath and face towels, bearing the Pool House logo.
There is another bathroom near the pool, down a small flights of steps. It has a shower, WC, wash hand basin and is set on its own terrace, with a table and chairs - to enjoy a moment of quiet and calm, watching the setting sun in the evenings, over a glass of wine.
Nearby:
The seaside at Esposende is a 35 minute drive away. Porto is 1 hour away and it is possible to drive to the Douro valley and be back in time for afternoon tea.
If you like to feel you're in the country, but near shops, restaurants, wine bars, cinemas - this is the perfect place for you.
It is also the ideal place for the health conscious - in the Winter there is an abundance of oranges, lemons and kiwis.
5 minutes away is the spa town of Taipas - it's possible to spoil yourself at the 18 Century thermal spa. Lots of choice: indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, Vichy shower, facials, massages etc.
There are many walks from the house itself - to arrive at Sameiro/Bom Jesus or, if you like to feel you're reliving the past, you could do part of the Santiago de Compostela trail, or drive to the nearby Celtic settlement of Citânia de Briteiros - and feel how life used to be over 2000 years ago.
The owner, Virginia, takes her two dogs out for a short walk through the forest most mornings - if you'd like to come along for the walk, just let her know. There are lots of forest trails with good views and she's happy to tailor the choice of walk to the individual.
If you enjoy cycling - a good idea is to rent bikes in Ponte de Lima and follow the river. The path goes as far as Viana do Castelo - maybe do part of the track and then come back and eat out in Ponte de Lima, which is a beautiful small Roman town.
For nature lovers, the Peneda Gerês national park is only 45 minutes away - and it has some breathtaking scenery.
This is the ideal place to be busy and see the north of Portugal or just sit back and admire the view.

Property manager

Virginia Henry Martins

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside on the veranda is ok

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1076 sq ft (100 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 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: The pool is 5 metres from the door - careful!!!

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 (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
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 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 10308

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Longos, Guimarães, Braga

What's nearby

  • Sameiro Sanctuary - 9 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bom Jesus do Monte - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Minho University - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Braga Cathedral - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Santa Barbara Garden - 16 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Tadim Station - 20 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quinta das Laranjeiras - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪O Manel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Albino - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Carreira do Tiro - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Albino - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi located?

This family-friendly Guimarães vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sameiro Sanctuary and Bom Jesus do Monte. Parque da Ponte and Citania de Briteiros are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 37 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning!
We just returned from a perfect family break at the Pool House, which is a peaceful retreat with stunning valley views. It’s well-equipped and perfect for relaxing by the pool after exploring nearby Porto, Braga, and Guimarães. Fresh bread delivered daily adds a lovely touch. The host, Virginia, is warm and welcoming, offering helpful local tips. The serene setting and excellent location make it ideal for a relaxing stay with easy access to local attractions. 100% recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pool House
Perfect place to relax or explore the surrounding area Host really welcoming and information book very informative and helpful The Pool House has everything you need being well equipped including towels & swim robes Fresh bread being delivered daily was a delicious extra too
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer getaway
The property and house were beautiful. The kids loved the pool. Be prepared for about a 30 minute drive to anywhere or longer. We arrived at night and the road to the house is windy and narrow so I would not suggest arriving after dark. Very peaceful place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful retreat
Very attractive property with superb views over the valley. Great location for a relaxing retreat but well placed to visit the many attractions. The house is really well equipped and comfortable. The garden was lovely and the pool would be a great asset after a hot day out. Our host was very friendly and helpful with suggestions of places to visit and where to eat. We really enjoyed our visit to the Pool House and to the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic time
The location is idyllic, very central for visiting Porto/Braga/geres. The hosts are so welcoming, nothing is too much trouble, fresh eggs from the chickens for breakfast and oranges off the tree to squeeze for juice. We would happily return.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

KDF

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and accommodations
After traveling non stop for two weeks we landed in Longos at this centrally located, peaceful oasis. We had a wonderful stay where we could relax and enjoy the sounds of church bells in the distance and birds chirping in the morning. All while looking out over the town below. Our host, Victoria, greeted us on arrival with fresh fruit, bread and eggs. Some wine and food that allowed us to immediately relax after a long drive. She helped us find our way around the area with excellent suggestions and was available anytime we needed anything. It was like visiting a friend. The pool house is amazing. A fully stocked kitchen and dining area, two bedrooms, a generously sized bathroom and an amazing porch area with a wood burning stove at night. We were comfortable and cozy, with lots of windows for fresh air and coverings for privacy. If you are lucky you get to meet the resident dogs and cat who live on the other side of the property and if you are really lucky can take a walk with the host through the mountain. Great exercise and amazing views. Driving is a little tricky with one way roads but any experienced driver will have no issues. We look forward to returning again when it's warmer so we can use the pool too!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Pool House deserves it
I do not ordinarily offer reviews but the Pool House is exceptional. The location, amenities, host and layout are first rate. We had a most enjoyable stay made even better by the superb weather we enjoyed. In a world of generic promise unfulfilled, this was a glorious exception. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent
A beautiful piece of property with a beautiful view and Beautiful pool . Host Virginia went beyond over and above our expectations . We arrived late after enduring delayed flights etc . We arrived at The Pool House with dinner ready and a table set . Wines in the fridge and Fully stocked for breakfast so we would not have to wake up without . Virginia is a wonderful welcoming host . We could not have asked for More .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

SARAH H.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 2023
We had a lovely visit at The Pool House. Virginia was the perfect host and so helpful when I needed to locate different items and book taxis etc. Lovely setting and a great pool
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S., UK

Liked: Cleanliness
What a perfect place to stay for a holiday
Quinta da Tapada was one of the nicest VRBOs we have stayed in. Our host Virginia was so welcoming and had thought of so many things to make our stay even more enjoyable,including lovely tasty treats and good advice on where to shop. The property enjoys gorgeous views over the valley, the pool was most welcome on the hot afternoons. A great place for either a family or a couple.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corrine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A hidden gem
After a week traveling and navigating Lisbon and Porto this was such a welcome escape out of the city. Once we got there we didn’t want to leave. Virginia is an amazing hostess and the house is equipped with everything you could possible need or want. It is a very peaceful place. We slept like babies while there. I would highly recommend this place if you just want to kick back and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best
This was the second best house rental we have had over the years we have been traveling and that has been a long time. The pool house is beautiful inside and out. Well appointed and lacking nothing. Virginia, Jose, their three teenaged kids and pets made it even more special. We learned a lot about Portugal and had great discussions over lovely dinners together. This is a very special family. The fresh oranges from the trees outside made a daily glass of freshly squeezed juice for breakfast such a treat. Although we did not intend to have dinner in it was a delight to sit at the table look out at the view and have delicious shrimp from the local grocery store and fish. One really does not need to move from there although there is lots to explore. The long beach walks were the best. We highly recommend the pool house for a quiet restful stay.
Stayed 22 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

carolyn h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Property
Property was fantastic. Had everything you needed and plenty to do in the area. Easy to spend all day and evening looking at the view. Swimming pool was excellent. Virginia was a great host and full of information. Would recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holger S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superschöne Unterkunft
Top Unterkunft mit sehr freundlicher und aufmerksamer Gastgeberin. Haus ist super ausgestattet mit riesigem Pool der regelmäßig gereinigt wird. Traumhafter Weitblick und sehenswerte Ausflugsziele in der Umgebung. Ohne Auto geht gar nichts aber mit ist viel sehenswertes innerhalb von ca. 30 Min. erreichbar (Porto ca. 50 min.). Sehr zu empfehlen für alle die Ruhe und Entspannung suchen.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfekt!
Tolles Haus, perfekt ausgestattet, traumhafte Aussicht, toller Pool! Ruhig gelegen und doch nahe der schönen Städte Braga und Guimaraes. Virginia ist die freundlichste Gastgeberin, die man sich nur vorstellen kann! Es ist für alles gesorgt: bei der Ankunft war der Frühstückstisch gedeckt und der Kühlschrank gefüllt. Der perfekte Start in den Urlaub ohne gleich an den ersten Einkauf denken zu müssen! Vielen Dank für alles, liebe Virginia!
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super stay.
We had a super stay at the poolhouse. Very comfortable house with all you could be needing and more. On arrival the table was set with fresh bread, cheese, wine and pastel de nata of course. The kitchen is well fitted and lots of things are available in the fridge and cuboards. Fresh eggs and bread available every day. Many thanks to Virginia who was a super host, we felt very welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Guter Start in Portugal
Es ist ein sehr schönes Haus mit toller Aussicht. Virginia sorgt dafür, dass man sich sofort wie daheim fühlt - ein schön gedeckter Tisch mit Käse, Wein, Blumen etc. steht zum Empfang bereit - hierfür nochmals vielen Dank :-) . Es ist einfach auch alles im Haus, was man für den täglichen Bedarf braucht. Die Lage ist sehr zentral für die Erkundung des Norden von Portugal. Wir haben die Zeit hier sehr genossen und uns über Ausflugtipps von Virginia sehr gefreut. Sie ist eine perfekte Gastgeberin und wir kommen gerne wieder.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merveilleux
Accueil très chaleureux de la propriétaire Virginia. Maison et environnement superbe L’hôte était au devant de tous nos besoins On recommande très fortement cette maison
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Très bon séjour
Nous avons très bien apprécié ce séjour à longo. Maison très agréable et propriétaire très serviable . Un joli panier de nourriture nous attendait à notre arrivée. Merci beaucoup pour ce séjour. Nois reviendron
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Romy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super
Urlaub pur. Perfekt ausgestattete Wohnung, mit unglaublichen freundlichen Vermietern.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steffen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super holiday Experience
The whole family enjoyed 15 daysa at the Pool House. It is in a great location with lots to do in the area. There is very good information on places to visit in the area. The house is located High up in the village so it gives beautiful views over the valley and good exercice if you walk up! Virginia is a wonderful host and goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone is happy.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

mario g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excelencia
Extraordinario, la anfitriona una bellísima persona atenta y todo súper bien. No tenían Internet pero no fue ningún problema. Volveremos seguro Sin duda una de las mejores casas en las que e estado por el trato recibido.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthias H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really relaxed
The house was exactly as described with breathtaking views. Virginia is a real super host. She welcomed us on a late Sunday evening with a snack prepared and even wonderful food for breakfast. She provided very valuable recommendations for sightseeing and other things to do in the area. Thank you very much for everything, Virginia!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Silke W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruhige Oase in den Weinbergen
Sehr schönes Ferienhaus zum Entspannen mit tollem Blick in die Landschaft. Die Vermieterin wohnt auf dem Nachbargrundstück und kümmert sich bei Bedarf sehr nett um alle Belange. Ein prima Ausgangspunkt für Wandetouren - Küste oder zur nahen Stadt Braga.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dominique T., boufféré

Liked: Cleanliness
Farniente en amitié
Très belle location parfaitement équipée sur les hauteurs de Longos.. Un accueil magnifique (en français) des propriétaires, dans un cadre champêtre rare avec très belle vue sur le vallon et un superbe carillon en journée depuis l'église du village ! A recommander. La piscine privée est un plus pour celles et ceux qui aiment ......l'eau.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022