Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people)

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Povoa de Lanhoso, Braga District
  • Place, Quinta Lago dos Cisnes
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Minho University
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Braga Cathedral
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Povoa de Lanhoso

This farm stay places you within a 15-minute drive of Quinta Lago dos Cisnes and St. Andrew of Rendufe Monastery. Guestrooms at this farm stay include kitchens, patios, and dining areas.

What's nearby

  • Quinta Lago dos Cisnes - 9 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Centro Comercial Nova Arcada - 18 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Minho University - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles
  • Braga Cathedral - 20 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Bom Jesus do Monte - 21 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Braga Station - 30 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maria Da Fonte - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Atreve-te Restro Brunch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cristo Rei - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A Rola - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lapa - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people)

The “Casa de Penas de Cima” farm is located in the north of Portugal in Geraz do Minho, 15km from Braga, 20km from Guimarães, 20km from the Peneda-Gêres national park and 70 km from Porto and its international airport.
Set in a splendid location where you can relax and enjoy a peaceful and restful stay, the estate features 4 beautifully renovated independent farm buildings in an authentic Portuguese style:
• ‘Casa da Borboleta’, a 3-bedroom house,
• ‘Casa do Forno’, a 2-bedroom house with a private garden,
• ‘Casa da Colmeia’, a 2-bedroom house,
• ‘Casa das Azeitonas’, a 2-bedroom house.

The estate includes a stunning shared garden surrounding a large shared swimming pool (7 x 13 meters).
There is also a shared games room with a pool table, table football and table tennis.

Wi-Fi access is available in each house, though please note that internet connectivity and phone signal may be weak due to the limited signal in the valley.

The farm is ideally located for exploring Braga, Bom Jesus, Porto, the coast, Peneda-Gerês National Park, Guimarães, Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, and more.

Casa da Borboleta was the original farmhouse and is the largest of the four houses. The house has two floors with direct access to the inner courtyard and the pool area.
Ground Floor:
• A very large, fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, stove, oven, refrigerator, and a table for six.
• A separate dining room that also seats six.
• A comfortable sitting room opening onto the patio, equipped with a TV/video, and a traditional wood-burning stove.
• Two patios: one at the end of the living room, overlooking the pool and gardens, with a large table for six. The other private patio is smaller and is on the side of the kitchen.
• A toilet and shower on the ground floor.
First Floor:
• A landing area with large west-facing windows, offering a lovely spot to sit and watch the sunset.
• Three bedrooms:
o The master bedroom has a double bed, a large antique dresser, built-in wardrobes, and an en-suite bathroom with a shower and separate toilet.
o The other two bedrooms share a bathroom with a bathtub, bidet, sink, and toilet. One of these rooms has two single beds, while the other has a bed that can be used as a single or converted into a 140 cm double bed.
The bedrooms have air conditioning.
Casa da Borboleta can accommodate a maximum of 6 people.
The house is an excellent example of a traditional farmhouse, spacious and renovated to a high standard. The furniture has been chosen to match the Portuguese style of the house, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Originally the family’s farmhouse, it would have been the central hub of the farm—where the family ate, relaxed, and slept. The current dining room was once the wine cellar, and during renovations, two large stone wine vats were removed, suggesting the farm was once a major wine producer—over a hundred barrels per year. The living area at the end of the house, with doors opening onto the outer patio, was once where the farmers’ cows were kept and milked.

The house is strictly non-smoking.
Guests can expect to find a TV with a DVD player. The bathroom offers hair dryers and bidets. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Books
  • Foosball table
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Office
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Property Registration Number 107954/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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Maison Da Borboleta Farm House
Maison da Borboleta-Farm House Povoa de Lanhoso
Maison da Borboleta-Farm House Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near this farm stay?

This farm stay is located in Povoa de Lanhoso, close to Nossa Senhora da Abadia, Canicada Dam, and Citania de Briteiros. Quinta Lago dos Cisnes is also within a driving distance of 4.6 mi.

Is parking available on site at Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people)?

No, there isn't parking available at the farm stay.

Is this farm stay adjacent to a casino?

No, this farm stay is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this farm stay?

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

Is Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people) good for couples?

Couples staying at this farm stay will appreciate amenities like meal delivery service and a kitchen as well as an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people)?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this farm stay.

Does this farm stay provide breakfast?

No, this farm stay doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this farm stay allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this farm stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people)?

No, this farm stay doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people)?

Yes, every accommodation at Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people) comes with a patio and some offer mountain views.

Casa da Borboleta: Lovely farmhouse ensuring relaxation & rest (max. 6 people) Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis A. N.

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

Gorgeous, peaceful location ideal for families

Casa das Borboletas is part of a 3-house complex that shares a pool, a garden, and a game room. We visited in early August and it was very hot. Fortunately, the house had air-conditioning and effective ways to cover the windows and avoid unbearable heat. And the pool was a truly wonderful resource. It was kept really clean and the temperature of the water was always inviting, even in the evening. The Casa das Borboletas is very spacious and has access to several spaces outside that are really inviting. Every morning, we sat reading in the shade by the pool and enjoyed the views of the garden and the nearby region. Geraz do Minho is a small quiet place but there is easy access to Povoa do Lanhoso and to Braga, a lovely small city. However, even though the access to these places is easy, you really have to drive there if you want to get any essentials. Which brings me to the only complaint we had -- the hosts do not provide some essentials that would be expected. We stayed for 9 days, and found that we had to buy napkins, paper towels, toilet paper, and trash bags. The hosts also did not provide pool towels or coal for the grill. Additionally, while the kitchen was very well supplied with cooking utensils, there was no olive oil, cooking oil, or cooking spices. We ended up buying all of those things and leaving the stuff we did not use for the next guests. And this is the thing, the hosts probably would not even need to purchase most of these things...
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucile W.

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

Merveilleuse quinta au pays de Minho

Nous avons séjourné a la casa de borboleto : Le logement, dans un style rustique, est spacieux et fonctionnel. L'environnement est calme et apaisant, avec un grand jardin empli d'arbres fruitiers. La piscine est grande et la salle de jeu est très appréciable en famille. Bien placée pour visiter la région, elle est proche de la ville. Luisa qui s'occupe de la quinta est discrète et disponible. Nous recommandons vivement et avons hâte de revenir.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Elisabeth P.

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

Une maison dédiée aux vacances d'été

Piscine d'une dimension permettant la nage, détente dans les hamacs, proximité des sites de visite dignes d'intérêt, que demandez de plus pour des vacances !
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dirk W.

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

Richtig gut

Kurz gesagt, die Bilder von dem Inserat haben uns sehr angesprochen. Die Realität hat die Bilder übertroffen. Wir hatten das Haus direkt am Pool. Das Haus hatte eine mindestens doppelt ausgestattete Küche in der es an keinen Utensilien fehlte. Es gibt mehrere Grillmöglichkeiten um das Haus herum. Die Terasse ist super entspannt und grün überdacht. Alles in allem ein sehr angenehmer Aufenthalt. Wir haben außerdem auch einige Matratzen nach draußen gelegt und dort genächtig. Nachts hat man einen wirklich schönen Sternenhimmel dort und es ist wunderbar ruhig. Jederzeit gerne wieder.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Paz de Paraisso

Adoooramos e esperamos voltar...manter contacto
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pedro R.

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

Casa borboleta

Alojamento impecável e um grande obrigado à senhora Luísa pelo seu profissionalismo e simpatia.. Aconselho vivamente este alojamento...
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020