Quiet house with excellent sun exposure for an unforgettable holiday in the countryside. It offers a rustic stone house with a sunny swimming pool. In the summer months, warm evenings with a barbecue available allow you to enjoy every minute of your stay. Located 15 minutes from the center of Porto with direct motorway also to other cities in northern Portugal.
Property manager
Alexandra Menezes
Premier Host
Languages
English, French, Portuguese
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Amenities
Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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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 7804/AL
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Paredes
Located in Paredes, this cottage is in a rural area. Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bolhao Market and Livraria Lello. Travelling with kids? Consider Magikland and Aventauros. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like mountain biking, cycling and horse riding nearby.
Paredes, Carvalhal, PARADA DE TODEIA
What's nearby
Bolhao Market - 19 min drive - 28.2 km
Porto City Hall - 20 min drive - 27.7 km
Porto Cathedral - 20 min drive - 28.8 km
Ribeira Square - 21 min drive - 29.3 km
Porto Historic Center - 21 min drive - 29.4 km
Getting around
Parada Station - 4 min drive
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
O Moinho do Moleiro - 5 min drive
As Varandas D'á Quatro - 2 min drive
Kilimanjaro Caffé Bar - 4 min drive
Taberna do Careca - 4 min drive
Café Ramos - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Villa 15 minutes from Porto have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Villa 15 minutes from Porto pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Villa 15 minutes from Porto ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Villa 15 minutes from Porto ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Villa 15 minutes from Porto located?
This family-friendly Paredes cottage is located in a rural location, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Paco da Sousa Church, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Park of the Serras do Porto and Monte Castro Mozinho Ruins. Ferreira River Park - Rebordosa and Ferreira River Park - Lordelo are also within 9 miles (15 km). Parada Station is 25 minutes by foot.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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A very nice villa with a beautiful garden.The host was very helpful when we arrived.A car which has low ground clearance may have a problem accessing the property though.
Séjour familial très agréable. Belle maison au calme, avec un beau verger. Proche de Porto. Tous les matins du pain frais est accroché au portail.
Maison pour 6 ou 8 personnes cependant il n’y a que 2 transats et les fauteuils du salon de jardin étaient cassés. Il faudrait peut être orienter différemment l’arrosage automatique la table et les chaises du jardin étaient trempés le matin.
Merci pour l’accueil sympathique des propriétaires.
The property was very big and clean with everything you could need. The kitchen was very well stocked with plenty of pans etc. and the beds were comfy. The pool area was amazing and the pool was very clean despite it not being covered, although it was a bit chilly! The gardens were lovely and well maintained, as the whole property was.
More sun loungers would have been good for the size of the property. The basement was a great space for snooker, table football etc but the bedroom wasn't ideal as it was small and musty. The roads to the property were narrow and steep but it seems a lot of the roads were like that around the general area.
Overall we had a great stay.
We spent 2 amazing weeks at this place near Porto. Everything was as described. Fresh bread was delivered every morning, and the train station, just 5 minutes from the house, took us straight to Porto City Centre. The area is quiet and green. Alexandra responded quickly to all our questions and provided detailed guidance on local attractions and restaurants. Highly recommend!
We loved our stay here. The villa is spacious and cool with the most amazing sunny pool and well maintained garden. Inside the layout is a little quirky with two kitchens and one bedroom in the basement, but it worked fine for us and our teenage daughters. We didn't use the TV, but enjoyed the games room in the evenings and the hot tub. The cameras are a little invasive, but were not a huge concern for us. The alarm and having to close all the shutters every time you leave is a bit of a pain though! We loved the the fresh rolls delivered daily by Alexandra, a nice touch.
The access lanes are VERY narrow, but we had no issue once we realised the best route. We took the train once to Porto (long trip) and drove most days along the A4. To get into Porto / Foz / Gaia etc. is 30-40min depending on the time of day. Parades is a nice town with a good range of shops and restaurants, but not much else going on in the smaller villages nearby.
Everything was perfect: the house for 2 family (pool, warm jacuzzi, bedrooms, bbq, 2 kitchen, game room), the host, the place (in a tiny village close to Porto). I recommend this place.
cyriaque b.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
8 July 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Our stay
We enjoyed our stay had a few problems but the house itself is in a nice quiet location.
We found that the rooms down stairs did have a bit of a smell, didnt really enjoy the cameras on us all the time and could see them moving every now and again so defo being watched. Drive was really tight which wasnt listed. Alarm was a bit of a nightmare sensors everywhere. Barbecue was very dirty had to clean it before using it. Not enough towels or beds to be honest for 8 which I paid for.
Super villa avec un verger. Extérieur très agréable. Maison très plaisante avec une grande salle de séjour. Livret touristique fourni. Petit pain livré tout les matins. La ville de Porto est très jolie. Plein de choses a visiter. Super séjour
Très belle semaine a la Casa da Fonte. Maison luxueuse très bien équipée: Climatisation, piscine, bbq, machine espresso, babyfoot, etc. La maison est proche de la gare de Cete donc il est facile de se rendre à Porto et dans les environs en train. Attention, l'acces est difficile (en pente et étroit) et le GPS indique plusieurs chemins d'acces dont certains non pratiquables. On s'habitue vite mais la journée de l'arrivée avec une voiture de location cela peut surprendre.
Villa parfaitement adaptée à des vacances en famille, 4 adultes et 2 ados.
La maison est très propre, spacieuse , la piscine est parfaitement entretenue.
Porto se situe à environ 20 minutes. Nous avons visité la région, parc de Geres, Braga, Guimaroes. Aqua Park Amarantes. Situation idéale ! Mais il faut une voiture pour se déplacer.
André est très réactif, accueillant, toujours disponible pour nous conseiller ! La livraison du pain chaque matin était très appréciée + changement des draps et linge de toilette pendant le séjour (2 semaines). Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés !
This is the best property we ever stayed in. It has everything, lovely secure private gardens, an amazing pool and playroom which my teenage children really enjoyed. The house has all mod-cons and plenty of space. We really enjoyed the beauty of the location and found it an excellent location to explore Porto and the Doura valley, with easy access to the nearby motorway. However, a car is a necessity. I would highly recommend this property and would not hesitate to book again when visiting Porto.
The villa was lovely, it had everything you could need, with a shop 7 mins walk away. Everything else you would need a car, we got Ubers everywhere which would be around 26-28 euros one way to Porto. We decided to do this rather than drive. The swimming pool was lovely and the beds were comfy. Everything worked, also had a coffee machine which we used daily. we would recommend this place.
We loved loved staying here. Alexandra was very attentive and available to answer any questions we had. The property was very clean and well equipped. We had everything we needed and more. We will definitely come back!
Merci pour votre accueil bien sympathique. Nous avons suivi vos conseils pour visiter les environs et bien sûr Porto.
Merci pour la livraison du pain tous les matins de notre séjour.
De woning was mooi, proper en goed uitgerust. De foto's en uitleg waren correct. Deze lag ook rustig gelegen. De woning is wel ongeveer 25 min rijden van het centrum wat voor ons wat ver was aangezien we elke dag naar daar zijn geweest.
Nous sommes venu pour un mariage et avons profités de cette maison pour loger à proximité des festivités. Super, tous est pratique, il y a que la chambre du bas qui est un peu humide.
Wir haben unseren Urlaub in diesem tollen Ferienhaus sehr genossen. Der Garten ist vollständig engmaschig eingezäunt und daher perfekt auch für kleine Hunde geeignet. Der Pool, der Garten und die Obstbäume waren einfach nur herrlich. Die Kamera Überwachung im Garten war etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig. Im Haus war alles wichtige vorhanden. Die Gastgeber waren sehr nett.
Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette maison très bien équipée, au calme avec un jardin magnifique et une super salle de jeux ! Les hôtes sont charmants et très attentionnés.
Beautiful property and setting. Well cared for and secure.
Excellent indoor and outdoor space and amenities. Beautiful vistas from french doors and windows to the front and rear of the property. Comfortable and spacious. We will come back soon. Highly recommended. Alexandra was on time to open up for us and gave us clear guidance about the region, transportation and local amenities.
Owen W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
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Hosted by Alexandra Menezes
Languages:
English, French, Portuguese
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