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Retiro das Andorinhas - in the heart of Termas do Gerês and PNP Gerês

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Private kitchen
Living area
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 476 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

Retiro das Andorinhas - in the heart of Termas do Gerês and PNP Gerês

Retiro das Andorinhas (Swallows’ Retreat) is the perfect spot to spend your holidays in one the most iconic thermal spa towns in Portugal - Vila do Gerês.

Our apartment is in the heart of the town, just a few metres from the famous Termas do Gerês and Spa. The town also contains a traditional marketplace, two mini-markets, bakery, butcher, artisan boutiques, post office, two ATMs, cafés, and restaurants serving fine local cuisine. The town also hosts a traditional outdoor market every Friday.

Our Retreat contains everything you might need for a relaxing stay, with all modern amenities and a fully-equipped kitchen. It also benefits from a secure, private parking space in a touristic town that has limited public parking. Although situated in the centre of the town, the apartment offers a fine mountain view of the Serra do Gerês, especially from the private balcony, and of the Gerês river, which runs only a few steps away from the apartment block.

We want you to feel at home when staying in our house – this is our motivation and we wish you an excellent holiday in our calm and happy place, inspired by the swallows, a traditional Portuguese symbol of family, love, faithfulness and loyalty, returning to their nests without fail each year after many travels and adventures. When you reserve with us, please let us know if you have any special requests, or if you are traveling with a young family. We have a highchair, travel cot, children’s dinnerware, books, games, and a selection of toys that will certainly provide some creative opportunities!

Less than 500m away is the Parque das Termas (thermal spring park) where you can enjoy such activities as rowboat trips on the lake, a children’s playground, table tennis, picnic places, fitness circuits, treetop rope courses, archery, and many others.

The town of Gerês (referred to variably as Vila, Termas, or Caldas, do Gerês) is nestled deep in the valley of the river and mountain of the same name, within the Peneda-Gerês National Park, a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. It is the only National Park in Portugal and possesses a rich historical and cultural heritage, including ancient megalithic structures and tombs, Roman remains, medieval castles, traditional stone granaries, ancient communal ovens, watermills, irrigation channels, terraced hillsides, “brandas” (villages where the population would live in the summer) and “inverneiras” (where the people would spend the harsh winters), thermal springs, and a host of folk traditions.

While Vila do Gerês is in the heart of the tranquillity and isolation of the National Park, it is a quick drive to the town of Vieira do Minho for larger supermarkets and shops, less than an hour from the city of Braga, and 90 minutes from Porto and its international airport.

Property manager

Irene Dias

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bidet
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

General

  • Unit size: 818.1 sq ft (76 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

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
Onsite 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
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 52665/AL

About the neighborhood

Map
Caldas do Gerês, Braga

What's nearby

  • In Guas do Gerês - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Termas Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Sao Bento da Porta Aberta - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Pedra Bela Viewpoint - 12 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Arado Waterfall - 17 min drive - 9.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Café Encosta do Rio - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Café Vidoeiro - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Vai Vai Geres - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Lurdes Capela - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Adega Regional o Forno - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retiro das Andorinhas - in the heart of Termas do Gerês and PNP Gerês pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retiro das Andorinhas - in the heart of Termas do Gerês and PNP Gerês?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retiro das Andorinhas - in the heart of Termas do Gerês and PNP Gerês?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Retiro das Andorinhas - in the heart of Termas do Gerês and PNP Gerês located?

Situated in Terras de Bouro, this apartment building is steps from Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres and In Guas do Gerês. Termas Park and Pedra Bela Viewpoint are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Retiro das Andorinhas - in the heart of Termas do Gerês and PNP Gerês Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

2 external reviews