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A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a pool and a landscaped garden.
A pool area with a tiled edge, a wall-mounted light fixture, and two glasses of red wine on a tray.
A bedroom with a bed, two wicker ottomans, a wooden floor, and a window with curtains.
A round mirror reflecting a living room with a sofa, a chair, and a vase with flowers.
A swimming pool with a view of hills, a wall with greenery, and a tree.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Vila Boa de Quires e Maureles, Porto
  • Place, Albufeira do Torrão
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Matosinhos Beach
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Marco de Canaveses

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Albufeira do Torrão. The vacation home includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Albufeira do Torrão - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 52 min drive - 40.8 miles
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 54 min drive - 42.0 miles
  • Matosinhos Beach - 54 min drive - 44.4 miles
  • Ribeira Square - 58 min drive - 42.9 miles

Getting around

  • Marco de Canaveses Station - 15 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Churrasqueira Peixoto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Albufeira - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizzaria Quatro Estações - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Industrial - Pastelaria Pão Quente - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming

Recanto is a completely new small villa, decorated and equipped with comfort and well-being in mind for those seeking rest and knowledge of this fantastic region, located between the Douro and Tâmega rivers. This region stands out for its landscape beauty (Douro Vineyards and Paiva Walkways), its rich heritage (Romanesque Route) and its renowned gastronomy.
The location of O 'Recanto allows a close and direct experience with the friendly people of the small town of Maureles, which belongs to Marco de Canaveses.
This house has parking garage with direct access to the interior of the house. Occupying up to 6 people (4 adults + 2 children), it offers 2 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and two bathrooms. It also has a nice outdoor garden area with swimming pool. Here you can sunbathe, cool off and have a nice meal.
The excellent location of O Recanto, 9 km from the A4 and A11 highways, allows you to be within walking distance and minutes from major cities such as Porto, Guimarães, Penafiel and Amarante. Marco's train station is 9 km (Porto - Pocinho line) from the guest house and 58 km from Porto International Airport.
Recanto is also inserted in the demarcated region of green wines, so you can enjoy the beautiful vineyards up close and taste the excellent wines of the Marco Wine Route.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
Property Registration Number 99543/AL

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

The Nook Harmonious Welcoming
O Recanto Harmonioso e Acolhedor
The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming Marco de Canaveses
The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Marco de Canaveses within a short 10-minute walk of Albufeira do Torrão. You'll also find Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura and Magikland nearby.

Will I be able to park at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

This historic vacation home offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, a private pool in some house, as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How far is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Porto Airport (OPO), which is about 25.2 mi away. Another top airport is Vila Real (VRL), which is around 25.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

Yes, every house at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming comes with a balcony.

The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in Duoro Valley

What a wonderful experience at this beautiful home. The house was so comfortable with every amenity you need. Everything was so clean and the pool was amazing. Our communication with Maria was always prompt and she left us with helpful suggestions on restaurants and tourist attractions Sad we had such a short time here, next time we’ll stay longer. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to come to the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Uwe F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice spring vacation!

Very nice house and description perfect. Maria is a very very engaged. Weather was not perfect, but this was for us not an issue. Accommodation and support by Maria was excellent and let us forget the bad weather.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Tamyra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ALMOST DUORO VALLEY

We had some trouble finding the home but were prepared for it, and once we arrived, we loved the stay. They were super friendly hosts, and with Google interpreting, all went smoothly. The spectacular Duoro River valley was a great place to visit on our way South to Coimbra. Two adult couples... plenty of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Douro dream

Stunning , and so very well equipped! Immaculate decorating, fabulous back yard with pool, also immaculate! Located in the middle of everything you could possibly want, with a terrific little bar and grocery next door——would visit again n a minute!!!! brenda Norton
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Willem v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prachtig vakantiehuis.Schoon en netjes en volledig ingericht. Leuk zwembad(je).Goede en snelle service bij vragen vooraf en tijdens verblijf.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Geert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We hebben genoten van de mooie en zeer nette woning. Mooi zicht vanuit het toffe zwembad. De woning is een goede uitvalsbasis voor de bezienswaardigheden in de buurt. Porto is zeer dichtbij ongeveer 40 minuten rijden. De bocht na de woning maakt het inrijden in de garage gevaarlijk want er wordt nogal snel gereden in de doorgangsweg.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthias M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Schöne Unterkunft und guter Ausgangspunkt

Schönes und sauberes Haus, guter Ausgangspunkt um die Region (Porto, Douro, pittoreske Städte, Natur) zu erkunden. Wir haben uns wohlgefühlt, der Kontakt mit den Gastgebern war tadellos.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnífico Recanto

Casa ótima para uns dias de descanso em família. Excelentes pormenores e muito bom gosto na decoração. Gostamos muito
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Arthur R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Agréable séjour en famille

La villa est parfaitement équipée, et conforme à la description préalable. L’accueil a ete tres chaleureux et simple. Nous avons pu sauter dans la piscine quelques minutes après être arrivés. Seul bémol, les manoeuvres avec la voiture pour rentrer dans le garage, au niveau d’un virage assez fréquenté. Le voisin était aussi entrain de faire des travaux extérieurs pendant 3 jours, ce qui a créé des nuisances. Nous reviendrons surement
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ines M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Estadia impecável

Gostámos imenso da estadia no Recanto. Tudo era exatamente conforme as fotografias e a Maria foi muito simpática. Foram umas férias tranquilas e agradáveis. Recomendo!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Werner O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Ferienhaus

Das Ferienhaus ist unbedingt zu empfehlen. Extrem sauber, alles duftet frisch und angenehm. Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin per WhatsApp ok. Gut zu finden, mit Garage und direktem Zugang zum Haus. Modern und neuwertig eingerichtet. Gute Betten, schöner Pool. Top WLAN auch zum streamen! Was will man mehr. Wir waren sehr zufrieden und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pascal R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Topissime

Très belle maison décorée avec beaucoup de goût Il ne manque rien! Maria est une hôte exceptionnelle, elle vous prévoit de nombreuses belles attentions Vous passerez un excellent séjour
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in a small town in the country

The house is very well equipped and finished at a very high level. Could use some grill tools, but other than that was very well fitted out. No major attractions really close by, but 45-60 minutes from a number of key sites: Porto, Guimaraes, Braga, and the Douro Valley. We also did a canyoning experience up in the Peneda Geres park which was a lot of fun. Beautiful pool and outdoor eating area. Maria was great to work with and really made sure we were having a good stay. Favorite restaurant of our stay was Republica do Polvo (octopus) in Guimaraes. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leo v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastisch.

Het is fantastisch mooi huis, grote vertrekken en een mooie patio met een lekker zwembad. De eigenaars hebben smaak en laten dat zien in de inrichting van het huis. Pure gezelligheid. Maria, de host, is goed bereikbaar en geeft goede adviezen voor een aangenaam verblijf.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josan v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heel fijn, schoon en modern huis.

Een heerlijk huis en van alle gemakken voorzien. Geweldig ontvangst, geen probleem om eerder in te checken en/of iets later uit te checken. Eigenaresse erg vriendelijk, vraagt regelmatig of alles (nog) naar wens is. Een aanrader als je van rust houdt, het ligt in een klein dorpje waar je tussen de locals zit!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour

Nous avons passé une magnifique semaine dans la villa Recanto. Maria et son mari nous ont accueilli chaleureusement, avec plein de petites attentions. Un grand merci à eux. La villa est très agréable, et on se sent comme chez soi. Nous recommandons fortement cette location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aida C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Casa de férias

Adorei. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muito acolhedor, calmo, decoração excelente. Recomendo e é para voltar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François R.

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Très belle propriété et dans un endroit reculé.

Un très bon séjour dans une jolie maison bien équipée moderne et avec une très belle piscine. Un environnement calme au milieu des vignes non loin de la vallée du Douro et à moins de 45 mn de Porto. Maria, la maîtresse de maison a été aux petits soins pendant tout notre séjour. Un grand merci à son époux et à son fils pour avoir géré les petits tracas des rendez-vous pour les tests antigeniques et PCR… nous recommandons vivement.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel R.

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Excelente

El recibimiento, disponibilidad y cuidado continuo de María no puede ser mejor. Todo es fácil con ella. La casa preciosa, limpia, todo nuevo y decorada con mucho gusto. Comodísimo todo: la piscina, cocina, habitaciones, garaje... una gozada. El entorno rural, de viñedos y monte, muy tranquilo y para perderse a gusto. Si quieres alejarte de todo, es el sitio ideal. Hace falta coche para visitar ciudades. Yo me quedaría a vivir ;) Obrigada
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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Um autêntico Recanto

A nossa estadia no Recanto não podia ter sido melhor, desde a recepção fantástica pela Maria, como toda a nossa permanência na casa. Umas condições fantásticas, decoração moderna, um brio! Uma piscina que convida desde manhã até à noite. Ficamos muito contentes, e esperamos regressar ao Retiro, onde fomos muito felizes. Aconselhamos vivamente, vão e aproveitem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mariana O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fim de semana

Nada a apontar. tudo muito limpo, casa linda, a localização perfeita, proprietária muito simpática. Recomendo a 100% Muito obrigada, para repetir
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessé P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good

👍🏾
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 ⭐

Aconselho a estadia no Recanto, um espaço decorado com muito bom gosto. Ótimo para relaxar.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantástico!

Passamos alguns dias maravilhosos no Recanto. A casa é linda e o espaço exterior fantástico. A Maria foi muito atenciosa e simpática, sempre disponível. A repetir certamente! Muito obrigado!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing vacation in this location

First, it was very easy to find the location. The host "catched* us on the road to the location and lead us directly to the house. The welcome was very warm with pastry and tee served to us. The house did not only meet, but exceeded our expectations. Very clean environment. The furnishing of the house is modern and very comfortable. The pool was exactly as shown on the pictures. Nice location with a private atmosphere and a nice view. The pool was very clean as well and thanks to the temperatures we were able to use it very often. The host did really care about our stay. They regularily checked whether everything is OK for us. They also gave us valuable hints about what to visit in the einvironment. The place itself is quiet on a hill. But there are old and nice towns not too far away and reachable by car. Thanks to the host for the nice stay they provided to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019