[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto Riverfront villa with kitchen and balcony ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18972100/18972030/5a4b58a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18972100/18972030/6a398a83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18972100/18972030/a129e6f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, music library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18972100/18972030/b71001cd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18972100/18972030/62ab0756.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82691 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto Serene beauty and total privacy on a large terrace over the Douro! Holiday home in the green landscape of arbutus and cork trees, with privileged views of the river, at the gates of the Douro Wine Region, a world heritage site. To share with friends and family, on barbecue and revelry afternoons on the riverfront terrace, savoring the green wine of Tormes, or quietly reading at sunset. At night "(...) nothing more beautiful, and more vain than a cave on top of the mountains, looking at the stars! ... "\* And in the colder season, why not a port when the flames crackle in the warmth of the fireplace? Set in a 3000 m2 wooded and landscaped property, Casa Douro Terrace offers 3 elegant and spacious bedding rooms, one with a panoramic balcony overlooking the valley and the river; large living / dining room with fireplace, television, stereo system, DVD, books, games (adults and children) and toys; two full bathrooms with a hairdryer and free toiletries; Kitchen equipped with stove, kitchenware, stove / oven, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, kettle and blender. Douro Terrace features free WiFi. Free private outdoor parking is available. Free bicycles are available. There is possibility of cleaning during the stay. The rooms are equipped with heating. Outside there is a large terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. The terrace overlooks a wooded area that extends to the river. Baião, with the largest green area in the district of Porto, breathes “fine and pure air” \* and offers natural scenery of “incomparable beauty” \*, river beaches, historic routes, preserved villages, ancient monuments and excellent cuisine. Be dazzled by the “natural life of Baião”, enjoy the riverside place of Pala with its orange groves, practice water sports, walk along Ribadouro's Roman sidewalk, cool off in the pure waters of the Bestança River (Cinfães) and the river beach from the river Ovil. Follow the Romanesque route - visit the Ancede Monastery (founded in the 18th century). XII) and the bridge of Esmoriz. Take the “Jacinto Way” from Aregos (Tormes) Station and go up the mountain to Tormes. Discover the villages lost in time (Mafómedes), the Serra do Marão, the indigenous Carvalhal de Reixela, the Serra da Abobreira with its megalithic monuments and delight in the wines and the local cuisine. Finally, be dazzled by the Douro vineyard by catching the train at Aregos station “(…) the tiny Tormes station (…), by the river, among rocks, with its showy sunflowers…” \* and continue to Pocinho, on the Douro line, on a trip through Miguel Torga's “wonderful kingdom” (\*) Quotes from "The City and the Mountains" by writer Eça de Queirós ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Bidet - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Music library - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: Apenas é permitido fumar no exterior com cinzeiro. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - On a river ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 41142/AL ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Villa Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Casa Douro Terrace River Views in Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Villa Casa Douro Terrace River Views Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Villa Casa Douro Terrace River Views in Douro Valley 60 'from Porto Casa Douro Terrace River Views in Douro Valley 60 'from Porto ## About the area Located in Baiao, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Monastery of Santo André de Ancede and Abogalheira Megalithic Complex are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Garden of Saint Bartholomew and Parque Aquático de Amarante. Scuba diving and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby. [Visit our Baiao travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Baiao.dx6124902) [View more Villas in Baiao](https://www.expedia.ca/Baiao-Villas.d6124902-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.10512%2C-8.02812&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=dOilvyaVlOzO8JLCE19A6QS-NCU=) Ancede - Baião, Porto ### What's nearby - Monastery of Santo André de Ancede - 5 min drive - 4.0 km - Caldas de Aregos Thermal Baths - 10 min drive - 2.5 km - Caldas de Aregos Marina - 10 min drive - 2.5 km - Caldas de Aregos - 11 min drive - 3.6 km - Parque Aquático de Amarante - 32 min drive - 29.1 km ### Getting around - Marco de Canaveses Station - 26 min drive - Vila Real (VRL) - 76 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Snack-Bar Fonte Nova - ‬14 min drive - ‪Sabores De Montemuro - ‬15 min drive - ‪Restaurante Kibom - ‬16 min drive - ‪Pensão Borges - ‬13 min drive - ‪Tasquinha Do Amado - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto ? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto located? > This family-friendly Baiao villa is located on a river, 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Monastery of Santo André de Ancede, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Eça de Queiroz Foundation and Quinta de Covela. Garden of Saint Bartholomew and Exhibition Centre for Vines and Wine are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casa Douro Terrace -River Views Douro Valley 60' from Porto Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 10 Staff & service ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 61 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan M. Jan 2, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas Beautiful views over Valley. Cozy and comfy place to celebrate together ##### Susan M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith W. Sep 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### KCJM Very nice property, beautiful views, owner very friendly and informative ##### Keith W. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet P. Jun 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing home in the Douro Valley Wow! What a privilege to stay in a one of a kind architecturally amazing home overlooking the Douro River. João, our host, helped us navigate our way to the home and welcomed us with chocolate, wine and kindness.The accommodations lacked nothing. The home was clean, comfortable, beautiful, well-appointed and a view that felt more like a postcard than reality.I would definitely recommend this home, and personally, I look forward to another opportunity to visit.Thank you João for everything! ##### Janet P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Monika P. Jul 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Breathtaking view from terrace and a well-equipped family home We can only confirm everything that was written here by other guests. It is absolutely worth it going there! We had only three days there in this large house surrounded by nature on our road trip through Portugal and Galicia, but next time, we will try to stay longer, because there is so much to discover there. We can absolutely recommend taking the train ride up the Douro valley to Pinhao or one of the other charming little towns there! Many thanks to Joao for the friendly reception - and the local wine and beer we found in the fridge were very welcome on a hot day! ##### Monika P. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew W. May 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful place An amazing place to stay in the Douro. Beautiful place and a great location with views of the Douro . Ideal for relaxing or sightseeing around the area. Would recommend. ##### Andrew W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diana C. Oct 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet relaxing and super clean We really enjoyed our stay. The host worked hard to make sure we were comfortable. It’s a very quiet location with beautiful views. It’s also one of the cleanest places we’ve ever visited. Highly recommend this lovely property. ##### Diana C. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger B. Jun 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tout était parfait, Très bonne accueil, par le propriétaire, endroit très bien décoré et équipé. Avec une vue incroyable ! ##### Roger B. Stayed 6 nights in May 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Monica T. Jul 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lugar maravilloso Si buscas silencio, tranquilidad, temperaturas templadas en verano, aire limpio, este es tu lugar. Si además quieres una casa con vistas increíbles, bonita, limpia, bien equipada y con acogida servicial, esta es tu casa.. ##### Monica T. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin L. Apr 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house and view Or stay was perfect. From the rainbow over the Douro in the morning to the nice sunsets. Made ourselves a little piri-piri chicken in the bbq. Staff from local Mercado were super friendly. ##### Martin L. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virginia L. Feb 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect hideaway The property is superb, everything you need is there, and the view is very special. We took the train to Porto and back, which was great, but were really glad to get back to the space and tranquility of the house. Joao is an excellent host, great communication. ##### Virginia L. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sean H. Jul 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Property We enjoyed everything about our stay here (July 2023). João went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and was extremely helpful in informing us about the local area. I would highly recommend this property! Thank you João! ##### Sean H. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jonathan L. Sep 8, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Delightful, quiet, spacious and well-equipped house with views to die for. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa Douro Terrace. The house had everything we could have hoped for, and the spaciousness and views from the terrace were just perfect. It was a perfect, quiet and peaceful spot, and ideal for exploring the best parts of the Douro valley. Thanks in particular go to our host Joao, who gave us such a kind and generous welcome. We will definitely be back! ##### Jonathan L. Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James H. May 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our stay at Casa Duro Terrace A wonderful location—great scenery— wonderful host — typical mountain roads!! Just don’t be in a hurry!!! Amazing flowers along the road. We would certainly recommend it highly ##### James H. Stayed 6 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jun 30, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very spacious and modern property being immaculately clean throughout with exceptional views of the Douro. The owners were extremely helpful and genuinely kind who took time to show us round and recommend excursions. They even allowed us to check out late for an evening flight without hesitation. Thank you Joao and Orlanda for the cake and wine welcome gift. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patrick B. Jun 27, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Splendide La demeure de Mr et Me Freitas est une invitation à partager des moments de bien être,de quiétude,c est l endroit idéal pour se ressourcer pleinement 🙏🏻une vue imprenable sur la nature et le Douro ,pas de voisins directs,lumineuse et PARFAITEMENT PROPRE et décorée avec goût 👏🏽 à Me Freitas 👏🏽sans compter la gentillesse de Mr João Freitas 😇 Merciiiiiiii pour ces moments 😊 ##### Patrick B. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marc L. Oct 14, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great View, awesome home Fabulous, Host great! The host is great, the place is great home it’s cozy comfortable and well equipped, an awesome view. A spectacular large place with panoramic views from back wrap around patio, high in the hills over the Douro. Beds comfortable AC in each bedroom - Quiet location - only praise. Finding the place is a bit hard at first - a small drive off country like road but well worth that step to be amazed of the place and its view and comfort. Host provided a warm welcome bottle if wine cake for our arrival. ##### Marc L. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denyse G. Sep 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradis dans les vignes . Mais on donne un gros 4.9 sur 5 Nous avons adoré notre séjour . Tout est pareil comme dans la publicité . L’hôte a été remarquable avec beaucoup de très jolies attentions … bulles , gâteau maison , chocolat , figues fraîches … vraiment on a été choyé . La maison est très confortable . L’air climatisée a été apprécié ..et la vue incroyable . Il faut juste être prête à conduire une heure de Porto . ##### Denyse G. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fernand V. Apr 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So so so nice!! We spent 3 nights and there were 6 of us. The house is so spacious and comfortable. We were several hours late in checking in but Joao was still very welcoming and helped us find the location by guiding us over the phone. He had a special bread for us as well as a great bottle of wine which we enjoyed. The views are amazing from the home and patio. Do not hesitate to book this property, you will not regret it!! ##### Fernand V. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joy B., Lakeland, Florida USA Apr 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous property Absolutely stunning property with incredible views, We spent many hours on the patio relaxing with a stunning view of terraced landscape and the river. Our favorites were the patio and day trips to many stunning nearby towns and villages. My daughter and i enjoyed wineries and the train ride through the douro wine region was breathtaking. You do need a car to get there and be able to get around. The property owner was very helpful with a personal introduction to the house and many tips on how to get around and special places to visit. ##### Joy B. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William R. Jun 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Douro Valley escape Everything was spot on! Only problem was being able to initially find the property as I had difficulty driving and looking at google maps at the same time and not being conversant in Portuguese. Thankfully we were rescued by the owner as there was a main road closed not marked. Afterwards, things were great! ##### William R. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frederick C., Prevost, Canada Sep 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### In the hearth of the Douro valley This property has an astonishing view of the Douro Valley and it's near vineyards, without the need to drive for hours to reach them. Also, the air conditioning in each bedroom was very welcome during the heatwaves. João was very kind to show us everything we needed in the house and in the region... do not miss the small vineyard just 5 minutes away with their excellent white and rosé wines! As a side note, this house is located in the mountains, so the parking spot is a bit narrow and only two sides of the house have viable windows... but what a view! ##### Frederick C. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nirmal M., San Francisco Jul 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise in the heart of Douro\` We really enjoyed our week-long stay at João's beautiful home perched on the crest of the hills enveloping a valley with views of lush green forests, vineyards and the Douro river. The home is spacious and well appointed with amenities. The place is a great location to stay if you plan to explore the Douro valley with its many vineyards, wineries and small towns and villages with its igrejas, quintas and miradouros. João took care to give us a walkthrough of his home, a few of his recommendations and then wished us a good stay. His recommendations didn't disappoint. Our stay was comfortable, relaxed and rejuvenating. We will eagerly look for opportunities to come and stay here again. ##### Nirmal M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grant G. Feb 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome scenery We were a party of six from Canada coming from Porto. The drive was awesome and the scenery from the back deck was very spectacular. Joao met us at the house and gave us a welcoming tour which included a bottle of Port, a beautiful chocolate cake and some chocolates wrapped in foil. They were delicious! We had loaded up on groceries before leaving Porto and this was a good decision as there wasn’t much for local mercado’s nearby. Also we mentioned to Joao that we were looking to visit a local winery and he arranged for us tour a 5 star facility nearby to learn all about the business and to taste their best products. This property is actually in the vinho verde region of Portugal just short of the Douro valley where the real port is produced but the scenic drive and the spectacular views were well worth the efforts to find it. ##### Grant G. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### michel j. Jun 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Emplacement calme pour visiter le douro,dommage qu’il ##### michel j. Stayed 9 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### peter u. Nov 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Geweldig huis op een onbeschrijfelijk mooie plek. Joao is supergastvrij. Helemaal top! ##### peter u. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022