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Village house at the gates of the Douro Valley: Casa Dona Fonseca

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9.0

Wonderful

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1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 440 sq m

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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SOUTO MAOIR, Vila Real
  • Popular LocationNatur Waterpark13 min drive
  • Popular LocationMateus Palace18 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuinta da Roêda Winery24 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)80 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Village house at the gates of the Douro Valley: Casa Dona Fonseca

Old stone workshop where my ancestors made hooves, olive wood, we have fully restored keeping the charm of the stones outside, and giving a resolutely contemporary inside, in comfort and the area time.
a ground floor with an open kitchen, a sofa, coffee maker, kettle, hob, fridge ...
upstairs, an open and bright bedroom with a large cathedral ceiling, a 140 x 190 bed with memory foam mattresses, separate toilet, a bathroom with a large shower and quality fittings, a dressing room, a chest of drawers and a flowered balcony;
all mixing tradition and modernism, you will enjoy your stay.
Go on the Porto Wine Route and discover the spectacular landscape of the Douro valley, dotted with its small white villages, and its olive and wine properties called Quinta.
Cross and walk the streets of stone walls of this small village, and its paths leading to vineyards and olive groves
Let yourself be won by the charm of its welcoming and typical population of this region, listed as World Heritage of Humanity ...
All accessible from Casa Dona Fonseca.
We have also selected for you a lot of good addresses, restaurants, outings, inrattables, not to be missed, board games, good bottles of wine, all this is waiting for you!

Property manager

da fonseca josé

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Bicycle on site
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking 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)

General

  • Unit size: 431 sq ft (40 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
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 is also known as

Village House Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca SOUTO MAOIR
Village House Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca
Village Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca SOUTO MAOIR
Village Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca
Village House Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca SOUTO MAOIR
Village House Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca
Village Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca SOUTO MAOIR
Village House Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca
Village Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca SOUTO MAOIR
Village Gates Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca
Village House at the Gates of the Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca
Village House at the Gates of the Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca
Village House at the Gates of the Douro Valley Casa Dona Fonseca

About the neighborhood

Sabrosa

Located in Sabrosa, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a river. Bread and Wine Museum and Vale do Tua Interpretive Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quinta do Crasto and Epordouro - Vinhos e Azeites do Douro. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Natur Waterpark - 13 min drive
  • Mateus Palace - 18 min drive
  • Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro - 19 min drive
  • Quinta de La Rosa - 22 min drive
  • Quinta da Roêda Winery - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Regua Station - 27 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Típico - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Solar 1 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Quinta da Avessada - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pizzaria O Constantino - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bar dos Bombeiros - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Village house at the gates of the Douro Valley: Casa Dona Fonseca pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Village house at the gates of the Douro Valley: Casa Dona Fonseca?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Village house at the gates of the Douro Valley: Casa Dona Fonseca?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Village house at the gates of the Douro Valley: Casa Dona Fonseca located?

Situated on a river, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Epordouro - Vinhos e Azeites do Douro, Quinta do Crasto, and Church of Sabrosa. Natur Waterpark and Panoias are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 12 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay in the Douro Valley
Tidy, small, likely comfortable for 2 people only. Friendly owners. In a quaint village just off the main road so very peaceful. Just the way we like it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely country town location.
Excellent country town location, modern, well equipped for nice meals, great neighbors and hosts were very helpful and friendly. Everything we needed was close by. Quiet town.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Lovely rural stay
My husband and I loved this little abode in a very rural small old village. Our balcony overlooked the cafe/mini market/bar which was the social hub of the village. By midweek in our stay, we were exchanging greetings with each arriving and departing customer. You can walk on stone paths for miles amongst grape vines, olive trees and smaller vegetable tracks. The vistas are unbelievably expansive. The village is extremely rural and yet all the Douro Valley high spots are within an easy drive. You must have a car. Although the apartment is also small, it fit our needs perfectly. And was well equipped. We highly recommend this place for active visitors who like rural living and getting to know the local people.

8/10 Good

James K.

Very modern and comfortable with amazing balcony
Very rural location but with amazing balcony from where to watch this villages day to day life. Unmissable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

4/10 Poor

Damien

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Très décevant
Le logement est minuscule, et contrairement à ce qui est indiqué il n'y a pas 2 salles de bain. Aucune fenêtre ne possède de volet, les toilettes et la douche sont dans la chambre principale en mode ouvert. Le samedi soir il y a réunion au bar juste sous les fenêtres jusqu'à 3h00 du matin donc obligé de dormir les fenêtres fermées sans clim, et réveillé à 05:00 pa r le coq, les chiens et à 07:00 par le boulanger....
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Sève R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beau logement
Logement propre et fonctionnel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Visitar o Douro e fazer parte da aldeia
Fomos recebidos de uma forma muito acolhedora e simpática, sendo o Sr. José bastante prestável e estando sempre disponível. Aldeia muito pitoresca e típica do Douro vinhateiro com a sua amigável e calorosa gente. Sendo disso o exemplo perfeito o café e mercearia junto à habitação. Reconstrução da casa muito bem conseguida e com todas as comodidades disponíveis para uma agradável estadia. Localização ideal para descobrir e visitar muitos dos pontos e locais de interesse espalhados pelo Douro. Experiência a repetir futuramente, com certeza!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rosa Maria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Escapadinha pelo Alto Douro Vinhateiro
Eu e o meu marido adoramos a estadia nesta linda e pacata vila. A casa é tal e qual a descrição do anúncio, muito acolhedora, limpa e é muito confortável apesar dos proprietários terem mantido as características originais. está com muito bom gosto. Adoramos e haveremos de voltar. Recomendamos vivamente! Rosa Maria e João.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruhe pur
Wenn man die von Herzen kommende Freundlichkeit der Portugiesen kennenlernen möchte ist man in diesem kleinen Dorf gut aufgehoben.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Franceline d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merveilleux
Très belle accueil, propriétaires au top, magnifique location que je recommande à tous ceux qui veulent visiter la région avec un village atypique, villageois très accueillant