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Charming house with swimming pool

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 53000 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Ponte de Lima, Viana do Castelo District
  • Lagoas de Beritandos e São Pedro d’Arcos
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ponte de Lima Bridge
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Parish Church of Ponte de Lima
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Braga (BGZ)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming house with swimming pool

Casa do Picouto is a typical rural house with all comfort for 5 guests. Near Ponte de Lima district, the house is set in a small farm with an orchard of apple trees, gardens and a delightful swimming pool that is an invitation to rest and leisure.
The Casa do Picouto is located in Gemieira, in the Lima valley, located 3 km west from Ponte de Lima, that you can easily reach, from the north or the south of the country (80 Km from the Porto airport), or even from the neighbouring Spain, using practical and fast highways (A3, A27, A28), and appreciating a surrounding amazing green landscape of mountains, forests and river.
There is a whole set of activities you can practice in the neighbouring areas: canoeing and rowing, walking, horse riding and cycling, visiting the surrounding villages and cities, or you can simply enjoy your stay in the premises, a charming piece of paradise.
The house is surrounded by green mountains cut by the live and bustling river running through.
The guests will have access to all the house, gardens and swimming pool.
Parking is available inside the estate.

Property manager

Paula

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 1437/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ponte de Lima

Located in Ponte de Lima, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Ponte de Lima Bridge and Torre de São Paulo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lagoas de Beritandos e São Pedro d’Arcos and Corno do Bico Protected Landscape. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours.
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Ponte de Lima, Viana do Castelo District

What's nearby

  • Lagoas de Beritandos e São Pedro d’Arcos - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Largo de Camões - 7 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Ponte de Lima Bridge - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Parish Church of Ponte de Lima - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Ponte da Barca - 16 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Viana do Castelo Station - 30 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Kaiser - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Diamante Azul - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante São Nicolau - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Eido do Bispo - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Porta do Lima - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming house with swimming pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming house with swimming pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming house with swimming pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming house with swimming pool located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Lagoas de Beritandos e São Pedro d’Arcos, Parque do Arnado, and Feitosa Golf Club. Dos Terceiros Museum and Ponte de Lima Bridge are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in the countryside
The host very welcoming. Superbe location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Three friends from Canada
We thoroughly enjoyed Paula’s lovely house in the countryside. It was immaculate and well stocked. The pool and surrounding orchard were nice at the end of our days exploring in the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Jackie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shame about the weather
Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings, nice pool and large garden. Very well equipped with nice extras like biscuits, crisps, salt and coffee. Unfortunately it rained almost every day we were there so we couldn't fully appreciate the beauty of the area. Communication with Paula was easy
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sony D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sejour
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour. Le logement répond à nos attentes en terme de prestation, propreté, environnement. Tres bon accueil de Paula la propriétaire disponible aux besoins. Nous conseillons la location de ce cottage vous serez pas déçu monsieur madame De Brito
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulo M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquilidade
Um espaço para repousar e desfrutar das excelentes condições da casa, dos jardins e da zona onde está inserida.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Álvaro T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Passagem de ano em Gemieira.
Propriedade muito bonita,tudo bem arranjado,simpatia excelente da proprietária boa localização,pena o mau tempo.Experiencia a repetir.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Manuel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquilidade
Usufrui de uma boa estadia com total privacidade e tranquilidade. Bairro muito tranquilo. Gostamos mto.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

BEGOÑA J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paula es una anfitriona estupenda y la casa es acogedora, bien equipada, limpia, en un entorno ideal
El alojamiento es muy agradable, con una piscina y un jardín precioso y en una zona ideal para pasear cerca del río y de pueblos muy bonitos (Ponte de Lima, Ponte da Barca...). La casa es muy amplia, limpia y Paula muy atenta y muy cariñosa con la familia y con nuestros perrunos. Nos encantará volver a pasar otra maravillosa semana en su propiedad.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fábio M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super Recomendável
Local ideal para descanso em família! Muito tranquilo e com um espaço exterior muito grande, as crianças adoraram! De salientar a disponibilidade e simpatia da D.Paula! Foi pena o tempo não ajudar, de qualquer das formas,uma casa a visitar novamente! Recomendo vivamente!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

andreia s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Férias tranquilas
A minha família teve umas férias maravilhosas na casa do picouto! A casa é simpática e confortável. O jardim muito agradável e uma piscina espetacular para todos brincarem! Foram dias muito tranquilos, adoramos! Obrigada!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verónica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Um bom refugio
Ótimo refugio para descansar e descontrair! Ótimas áreas interiores e exteriores, para quem tem animais 5 estrelas! Muito bem decorado, com bom gosto e harmonioso. A Paula é uma simpatia e muito prestável! Adoramos este fim de semana e de certo voltaremos! Beijinhos
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

sue f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property - peace and tranquility,
We stayed in Sept 2019. This property was just first class. The communication and check in process made very straightforward by Paula - and many thanks to her brother Pedro who greeted us very efficiently on arrival. The setting is so tranquil and the garden truly private and peaceful with many areas to relax and enjoy. The pool (no chemicals, such a bonus) is just lovely. The house was spotlessly clean and well equipped and has everything you need for home comforts, Particularly enjoyed the small area for rest and relaxation - (lovely for a bit of yoga!) and also late in the evening eating by the open fire in the dining room was fabulous. Although there is peace and privacy the property is not isolated and within less than a 10 minutes walk there is a small general store, bread shop and a bar all of which were a real bonus. Short drive to Ponte de Lima for large supermarkets - the Lidl is well stocked and easy to access. A short walk down the road takes you to a waterfall and old mill and to the banks of the River Lima where you can picnic. From there also you can walk (or cycle as we did) to Ponte de Lima and to Ponte de Barca on the beautiful ecovia path. On the doorstep and only a short drive takes you into the National park (Peneda- Gerres, visit Lindosa and the dam nearby- amazing views you and find the beautiful waterfalls - there are lots to discover) Paula had left wine and water, milk and juice and some fabulous home made biscuits to greet us on arrival. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this very lovely property. Thank you Paula, we had a truly fantastic holiday, loved the property and the area and loved Portugal and the Portuguese!.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Agustín A., A Coruña Capital

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GRACIAAAAAASSSSSSSSSSSSSS
Y un año más mi familia y yo solo tenemos cosas favorables de esta casa,de su dueña Paula siempre atenta,del entorno,del tiempo,de su gente,sus paisajes.Recomendable 100x100
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruime woning met dito zwembad. Alle faciliteiten zijn aanwezig.
Aangenaam verblijf.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marisol P.

Genial
Magnífica estancia,en esta casa tan acogedora.Maravillosos jardines,muy bien cuidados.Su propietaria muy detallista y amable y un trato estupendo.El vino con que nos recibió buenísimo y muy buena fruta.La casa limpísima y muy cuidada.Volveremos sin lugar a dudas.Gracias por todo Paula.Un abrazo.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Didier P., france

super endroit
nous avons passer un super moment dans cette maison, bien tranquille et au calme très bien équipé et tout se qui faut même les petit gâteau a l'accueil, Paula est super. très!!! bien reçu ,endroit a faire et a refaire. Un grand merci a Paula.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

claude g.

Belle maison rurale et confortable
Ce n’est pas facile de circuler dans les villes et il faudrait que les restaurants acceptent plus les chiens même en terrasse.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Emília B.

Adorei!!!
Gostei de tudo nesta casa: as condições, os mimos, cada pormenor da decoração... Tem tudo para uma estadia excelente. Se fosse um mês de Verão ainda poderia ter desfrutado de toda a envolvente exterior que é enorme e muito aprazível. A D. Paula é de uma amabilidade e simpatia espetacular, sempre disponível. Recomendo vivamente esta casa.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John B., Alliston, Ontario

Of all my VRBO stays, this house is one of my top 3.
The house is located a few kilometres from Ponte de Lima. It is a beautiful stone cottage with all the modern conveniences. In addition to the outdoor swimming pool, there is a covered dinning area set in an orchard of various fruit trees. A short walk takes you to the site of an old ruined mill with several waterfalls which lead down to a trail beside the Rio Lima. The house is very well equipped with everything you need to enjoy your stay .A laundry machine was a welcome sight after a week of working on a Habitat for Humanity build. Having dinner in the formal dinning room with a fire burning in its fireplace was especially welcome. The lounge chairs and cushions were new and perfect for a day spent reading around the pool. The owner Paula was very accommodating and we plan to return soon. You will love staying at Argos de Valdevez.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Isabel G.

Perfect place to spend your holidays!
Casa do Picouto is a wonderful place to spend your holidays. The house ist very cosy with all necessary equipment, all rooms are decorated nicely and everything is very well-kept. The garden and pool are really fabulous, so charming with a lot of beautiful flowers and trees, with a great view to the mountains, just perfect to spend the whole day there! The owner of the house, Paula, was very kind and helpful, always reachable to give any needed advice. The Casa is very well located in the north of Portugal, near Ponte de Lima, a beautiful typical northern Portuguese town. The whole region has not too much tourism, you can still experience real traditional Portuguese way of life. We would definitively recommend this place! Isa, Pedro, Christian, Xica
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Une maison tout confort avec un jardin magnifique et très agréable
Je remercie Paula pour sa gentillesse et sa disponibilité. Je recommande cette maison dans une région très jolie avec beaucoup d activités familiales à découvrir.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Innes M.

A superb holiday.
We had an excellent visit to the casa. It's a great house and pool in an interesting area of Portugal. A spacious casa and a large outdoor area to enjoy. You have great options to relax in the sun or shade outdoors. The pool is first class. You are made to feel very welcome by Paula. Ponte de Lima is charming and has many interesting restaurants and bars. There are other places to visit further afield, but like us you may put them off for another day, to enjoy the casa and the immediate area as fully as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carlos L.

Un sueño hecho realidad
El entorno,la finca ,la casa,la piscina,el tiempo...todo fué mejor de lo que pudimos imaginar.Señalar que tanto Paula como su hermano Pedro y su mujer Sonia fueron super atentos en todo momento y nos hicieron sentir como en casa desde el minuto uno.Gran detalle de bienvenida con nuestra botella de vino,zumo para los niños y galletitas para nuestro perro.A destacar también lo limpio y cuidado que tienen todo,da gusto.Volveremos seguro a la casa de nuestros sueños!!!!!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maria Inês C.

Óptima semana em família
A Casa do Picouto foi o cenário ideal para as férias em família que tanto ansiávamos (dois casais e duas priminhas bebés). Está espectacularmente bem equipada e decorada. As fotografias não fazem justiça ao encontrado. O espaço exterior está muito bem cuidado, com uma piscina maravilhosa, relva com fartura que se extende para a zona de árvores de fruto. Parabéns aos proprietários. Conseguiram criar um local quase perfeito. Só foi pena a chuva ter aparecido em dois dias, o que nos valeu foi a colecção de DVDs e o conforto da sala de estar. Adorámos, pena ter chegado ao fim mas levamos connosco óptimas recordações.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lionel S.

Quel séjour merveilleux !!
La maison est en tout point conforme à la description. Ce qui n'est pas dit c'est que Paula est une hôtesse fantastique. A notre arrivée, de petits biscuits nous attendaient, de l'eau fraiche et un panier d'oranges. La piscine est grande, le jardin agréable. Tout est automatisé, inutile de penser à l'entretien. Ponte de Lima qui est juste à coté est un très joli village. Nous recommandons particulièrement cette location. Merci à Paula pour son accueil .

About the host

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English, French, Spanish, Portuguese