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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 41076 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Porto
  • Place, Parque Biológico de Gaia
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Ignatius Zoo
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, El Corte Inglés de Gaia
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Vila Nova de Gaia

Located within a 5-minute walk of Duoro River, this vacation home is within a few miles (5 km) of St. Ignatius Zoo. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a sofa bed.
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What's nearby

  • Parque Biológico de Gaia - 7 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • St. Ignatius Zoo - 11 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • El Corte Inglés de Gaia - 13 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Dragao Stadium - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles
  • Porto Historic Center - 16 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • João de Deus Station - 9 min drive
  • General Torres Station - 12 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Familiar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Parada 95 - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bar Da Savana - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Piri-piri - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pão Quente Freixieiro - ‬6 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.

Historic eco-friendly house with a garden, near Douro and a cycle path to Porto

Casa do Mestrinho is a historic family home, restored over many years with respect for its original character and the history of the place.
It is neither a standard accommodation nor a recent building designed for mass tourism. It is a lived-in house, with a real history, natural imperfections and authenticity — the result of a long-term project carried out largely by our own hands.
Here we value conservation, ecology and respect for what already existed. We have retained the essence of the original house and sought to breathe new life into it without stripping it of its character.
The house is set in a peaceful location, with a garden and views of the Douro, where you can enjoy al fresco dining, barbecues and dinner beneath the vineyards, in a serene and relaxed atmosphere.
It is a place that offers a balance between the countryside and the city: the peace and tranquillity of a rural area, with Porto and city life just a few minutes’ drive away.
The location also makes it easy to explore the region: the River Douro, Gaia Biological Park, the beaches of Gaia and the entire northern coastline — from Aveiro to Guimarães — on day trips.
Espinhaço is a restored historic site, simple and unassuming, sparsely populated, with a warm and genuine atmosphere.
This is a place for those seeking stays with character. For those who love houses with history, gardens, nature and a connection to the land. For those who value authenticity over luxury, experience over service.
We are not a hotel. We do not offer formal services or a standardised experience. We are a family who have opened our home, with all that this entails: care, a warm welcome, and also the natural imperfections of a lived-in space.
We are delighted to welcome people who identify with this way of life — who respect the house, the silence and the spirit of the place.
In return, we offer a unique space, steeped in history, surrounded by nature and with a genuine connection to the local area.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. A TV comes with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • 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.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Apenas no jardim.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Composting
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,076 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • Note from host: No jardim acompanhadas de adultos.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Apenas no jardim.

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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: 3:30 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Property Registration Number 2832/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.
  • This property accepts cash.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Vila Nova de Gaia within a short 5-minute walk of Duoro River. You'll also find Dom Luis I Bridge and El Corte Inglés de Gaia within a short drive.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

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

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed 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 17.3 mi away (43 minutes by car).

Historic eco-friendly house with a garden, near Douro and a cycle path to Porto Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Country Retreat

Everything provided was outstanding.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super experience

The house is located in a super quiet area very close to river Douro. We lived the garden for sunbaths, our meal and dinner with view on the river and city of Porto. The house is comfortable and well equipped with key services nearby. We stayed for 9 days and for sure we will be back. The hosting family is super nice; we loved them.
Dinner in the garden.
Douro river with Porto on background.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is situated in a quiet mature area of Villa nova de Gaia, south of the River Douro. It has a magical garden with a beautiful view of the river. The city of Porto is 15 mns away by car and the area provides easy access to supermarkets and motorways North and South as well as the Douro Valley. Teresa and Pedro are very friendly and helpful hosts
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Late summer vacation 2024

The house has a beautiful setting above the Douro River and a wonderful garden for watching the sunset. The house was very well equipped with all what is needed. We has a warm welcome and were given all the support needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

Everything was perfect but there should be a night lite because of the stairs. There is on frying pan that should be changed and ad scissors. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Nous nous avons écourté notre séjour à cause d'une odeur persistante d'humidité et d' egoûts, la place de parking est difficile à trouver. Il est mpossible de se garer au parking gratuit du métro pour le prendre, ce parking est toujours plein et il n'y a que des parcmètres avec une durée de 2 heures maximum. Logement à éviter pour les seniors en effet les WC sont en bas alors que les chambres sont en haut et l'escalier est très périlleux.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir fühlen uns sehr wohl in diesem Haus. Es ist sehr gemütlich und geschmackvoll eingerichtet.Es war alles vorhanden was man so braucht.Der Garten ist wunderschön und von dort hat man eine sehr schöne Aussicht auf den Douro Fluss.Dieser ist auch fussläufig zu erreichen.Die Parkplatzsituation ist etwas schwierig, aber wenn man sich an die Angaben und der Beschreibung hält, auch kein Problem.Herzlichen Dank an Teresa und Pedro
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Séjour formidable

Nous avons passé 6 jours-nuits dans cette adorable maison traditionnelle portugaise, encore dans son jus, même si bien restaurée par les propriétaires. Le petit jardin avec sa terrasse est fantastique : très joliment aménagé en terrasses, avec une grande variété de plantes et une vue sur le Douro. Un petit bijou ! Même si la maison est pentue (peu accessible pour les personnes à mobilité réduite), elle est très bien située, à quelques petites minutes de Vila Nova de Gaia où on peut garer sa voiture pour se rendre en métro à Porto. Bon emplacement, donc, pour découvrir la ville et ses alentours. Coup de coeur pour le grand parc biologique, situé à Avintes même!Teresa nous a très gentiment accueillis. Elle habite juste à côté avec sa famille, qui est d'une grande discrétion.Nous recommandons.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sehr schönes altes Haus mit traumhaften Garten.

Wir haben 2 wunderschöne Wochen in demHaus verbracht. Wir haben es sehr genossen, Zeit in dem traumhaften Garten zu verbringen. Sehr nett sind auch die Gastgeber Theresa und Pedro. Die Lage ist super. Im Ort Avintes gibt es alles. Läden, Restaurants, Flussbad und vieles mehr. Nach Porto sind es ca. 15 Minuten. Der Ort ist auch gut gelegen, für viele andere Ausflüge. Wir können die Ferienwohnung sehr empfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super

Logement conforme à l’annonce Emplacement idéal pour visiter porto et ses environs dans un quartier calme Jardin et vue sur le Douro très apaisants
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location

Porto

Emplacement très mal placé et très mal desservie souris dans la maison
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

ruhige Unterkunft mit freundlichen Vermietern

Die Unterkunft war sehr ruhig gelegen. Supermärkte, Restaurants waren nicht fußläufig erreichbar Es handelt sich um ein sehr altes Haus, so dass viele Dielen geknarzt haben, die Räume etwas eng waren und es zum Teil feucht roch. Vielel der Möbel sind schon sehr in die Jahre gekommen. Aber die Vermieter waren außerordentlich freundlich, bemüht und jederzeit hilfsbereit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Erholung!

Sehr schöner, ruhiger Ort . Mit dem Auto ist man in wenigen Minuten in Porto.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Très bon séjour à Avintes

Très bon séjour à Avintes. Bon accueil. Seul bémol, accès un peu difficile. Je recommande.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Notre logis d'une semaine

Trés bon accueil , logement bien équipé et confortable , jardin luxuriant et pratique pour des repas ombragés .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jolie maison à côté de Porto

Très bien, je recommande.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Au calme proche de porto

Logement typique situe dans un quartier calme qui permet de decouvrir la reelle vie des portugais et pas seulement la partie touristique Les proprietaires sont tres agreables et accueillant Le jardin avec vue sur le Douro nous a permis de dejeuner en extérieur chaque jour Tres bonne expérience
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Idéal pour visiter Porto

Nous avons apprécié la proximité avec Porto. La maison se trouve egalement à 1h de Braga, Guimaraes et Aveiro! Les propriétaires habitent à côté de la location mais sont discrets et répondent vite.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Genuss mit der Familie

War ein angenehmer genussvoller Aufenthal. Haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Aangenaam verblijf en heel vriendelijke en behulpzame huiseigenaren

Teresa en Pedro waren behulpzaam en altijd bereikbaar voor vragen en hulp. Wij mochten kruiden uit hun moestuin pakken om te koken. Wij kregen zelfs groente uit hun moestuin cadeau. Lokatie was fijn als uitvalbasis om natuur, steden en stranden rondom Porto te verkennen. Typisch Portugese inrichting en bedden. Alles met aandacht ingericht en onderhouden.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Un séjour très agréable

Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable, dans l'agglomération de Porto. La location est conforme à la description et l'accueil par Teresa et Pedro est très chaleureux. La plage à proximité permet de se baigner sereinement et le jardin, avec sa vue sur le Douro, permet de passer des moments au calme très agréablement. Nous recommandons cette location pour un séjour en famille. Sophie et Yann
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rural stay outside of Porto

Mixed reviews about this property. Location was good, but a car is needed. Short driving distance to a free park & ride to take the train into Porto. House itself was too old for us, beds were small, television, living room sofa (futon) and chair in desperate need of updating. Kitchen and bathroom were adequate and the wifi was excellent.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Für große Menschen nicht geeignet

Das ansprechend renovierte Haus mag für Reisende geeignet sein, die kleiner als 190cm sind.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Excellent je conseille fortement

Très bonne accueil, très belle maison super bien situé, coin tranquille avec enfants , ou amies , plein de choses à faire autour , maison bien équipé je recommande et l’hote Très agréable a votre écoute
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ruime woning met mooie tuin

We hebben genoten van een prettig verblijf in een ruime woning met grote mooie tuin met uitzicht op de Douro. De woning is ligt aan een smalle weg en parkeergelegenheid is wat verderop. Daarnaast zijn de straatjes steil en nauw maar waren desondanks goed te belopen door onze kleine kindjes.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019