Title: Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi Family-friendly vacation home with a fitness center and an indoor pool ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33275800/33275790/9d0eb7d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33275800/33275790/9bbb0bcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33275800/33275790/57e432f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33275800/33275790/e269f5fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33275800/33275790/43e66faf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the mountains, The Pool House offers a serene escape with its large salt-water private pool and beautiful views of distant mountains and villages. Enjoy your morning coffee amidst lush surroundings, indulge in fresh oranges from the property's fruit trees, or unwind by the fire pit with marshmallows and port. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 41076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - - Hot tub - Washer - Parking available ## 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. ### Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi The Pool House, with a large salt-water private pool, is a wonderful place to have a holiday break. The house is modern, with pine sloping ceilings and pine doors. As the view is beautiful, over the distant mountains and villages, windows abound. It is difficult to say if the view is better by day or by night, with the pool illuminated and up-lighting onto the stone walls and the olive trees! There is a fire pit where you can sit in the garden, warm your hands and roast marshmallows, enjoyed with a glass of port. The front of the house has bi-fold doors, opening onto the lawn, with a secluded 12m x 6m salt-water pool, with a walled-in garden. The depth of the pool rises from 1m next to the house (4 steps in) to 1m75 at the far end. There is a solar shower next to the pool, sun loungers, parasols, with various tables and chairs throughout the garden. At the end of the garden there is a private car-park, just for the Pool House. The house is surrounded by flowers, fruit trees, vines and olive trees. Whilst nestling in the mountains, it is only 15 minutes from Portugal's 3rd largest city, Braga and it is 5 minutes from the village of Longos, with several cafés and restaurants. Right behind the house are woodland paths through the eucalyptus and cork trees - so you can walk to the parks and gardens of Sameiro and then, if you're feeling energetic, walk on to Bom Jesus, with its World Heritage status. The owners have just bought a little flock of Cameroon sheep - guests are welcome to go and visit them or just watch them ambling along. In the morning pop out and pick oranges to make your fresh orange juice and every morning you'll find a bag of freshly baked bread rolls hanging from the gate. The house feels totally off the beaten path but in fact it is close to Braga and Guimarães. Taipas, with its weekly market, thermal spa, cafés, supermarkets, banks and shops is 7 minutes drive away and the village of Longos, 3 minutes away, boasts several cafés, excellent local restaurants and a mini-market. Other amazing daily markets are the Municipal Braga market and the Bolhão market in Porto - hop on the train and get off at São Bento station. You could even book yourself in for a Food and Wine tour of Porto. Guests always arrive to a welcoming snack. Detailed description of the interior of the house: The Pool House has 2 good sized bedrooms. The front bedroom has sliding doors onto the garden and overlooks the pool. The bed is Queen-sized (1.60mx2m). It has a large wardrobe, table, chairs, bedside lockers etc. The back bedroom has twin beds (each is 1m x 2m), a large wardrobe, table, chairs etc. All the windows have electric blinds as well as white voile curtains. The kitchen is fully equipped - dishwasher, washing machine, an electric built-in oven and an induction cooker, a built-in microwave. Hand painted crockery and cups, a large array of wine glasses and tumblers. A Nespresso coffee machine and a Coffee Plunger, lots of pots and pans. The kitchen has a table and chairs for 4. Also, a TV and snug area with comfortable chairs. Large sliding doors open from the kitchen onto the veranda, with a dining room table and another sitting area, with wall-mounted TV (Netflix here), sofa and chairs. There is a wood burner on the veranda, and wood is provided. All the rooms, including the veranda, have central heating. The bathroom has a large shower, a heavy glass wash-hand basin and a WC. There is another bathroom near the pool, down a small flights of steps. It has a shower, WC, wash hand basin and is set on its own terrace, with a table and chairs - to enjoy a moment of quiet and calm, watching the setting sun in the evenings, over a glass of wine. Nearby: The seaside at Esposende is a 45 minute drive away. Porto is 1 hour away and it is possible to drive to the Douro valley and be back in time for afternoon tea. If you like to feel you're in the country, but near shops, restaurants, wine bars, cinemas - this is the perfect place for you. It is also the ideal place for the health conscious - in the Winter there is an abundance of oranges, lemons and kiwis. A juicer is provided! 5 minutes away is the spa town of Taipas - it's possible to spoil yourself at the 18 Century thermal spa. Lots of choice: indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, Vichy shower, facials, massages etc. There are many walks from the house itself - to arrive at Sameiro/Bom Jesus or, if you like to feel you're reliving the past, you could do part of the Santiago de Compostela trail, or drive to the nearby Celtic settlement of Citânia de Briteiros - and feel how life used to be over 2000 years ago. In Taipas, walk along the river and you'll pass many old abandoned water mills. It's also interesting to spot the cormorants dipping in and out of the river, looking for their next meal. If you enjoy cycling - a good idea is to rent bikes in Ponte de Lima and follow the river. The path goes as far as Viana do Castelo - maybe do part of the track and then come back and eat out in Ponte de Lima, which is a beautiful small Roman town. For nature lovers, the Peneda Gerês national park is only 45 minutes away - and it has some breathtaking scenery. This is the ideal place to be busy and see the north of Portugal or just sit back and admire the view. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Outdoor pool - Pool loungers - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Outdoor shower - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Netflix - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Terrace ### 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. - Wheelchair accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Outside on the veranda is ok ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycles - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Kayak - Table tennis - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming 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) - 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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 10308 ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Luxury Pool House Large Pool Garden Bbq Wifi Stunning Views Luxury Pool Large Pool Garden Bbq Wifi Stunning Views Luxury Pool House With Large Pool Garden Bbq Wifi Stunning Views Beautiful House Stunning Views Large Pool Garden set Vineyard Beautiful House Stunning Views Large Pool Garden set Vineyard Luxury Pool House With Large Pool Garden Bbq Wifi Stunning Views Luxury Pool House With Large Pool Garden Bbq Wifi Stunning Views ## About the area ![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%7C41.52272%2C-8.35782&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=C--52l2sNPs2NcyU0BDiOr09c5A=) Longos, Guimarães, Braga #### What's nearby - Sameiro Sanctuary - 10 min drive - 7.3 km - Bom Jesus do Monte - 11 min drive - 8.7 km - Minho University - 13 min drive - 10.2 km - Braga Cathedral - 14 min drive - 9.8 km - Santa Barbara Garden - 14 min drive - 9.8 km #### Getting around - Covas Station - 20 min drive - Porto Airport (OPO) - 46 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dona Júlia - ‬8 min drive - ‪Quinta das Laranjeiras - ‬5 min drive - ‪Fratelli - ‬7 min drive - ‪O Pórtico - ‬14 min drive - ‪Albino - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi? > Check-out is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi located? > This family-friendly Guimarães vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Sameiro Sanctuary and Bom Jesus do Monte. Parque da Ponte and Citania de Briteiros are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi 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 - Excellent 42 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike L. Apr 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic time The location is idyllic, very central for visiting Porto/Braga/geres. The hosts are so welcoming, nothing is too much trouble, fresh eggs from the chickens for breakfast and oranges off the tree to squeeze for juice. We would happily return. ##### Mike L. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John T. May 31, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super stay. We had a super stay at the poolhouse. Very comfortable house with all you could be needing and more. On arrival the table was set with fresh bread, cheese, wine and pastel de nata of course. The kitchen is well fitted and lots of things are available in the fridge and cuboards. Fresh eggs and bread available every day. Many thanks to Virginia who was a super host, we felt very welcome. ##### John T. Stayed 7 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenneth M. Jun 2, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The best This was the second best house rental we have had over the years we have been traveling and that has been a long time. The pool house is beautiful inside and out. Well appointed and lacking nothing. Virginia, Jose, their three teenaged kids and pets made it even more special. We learned a lot about Portugal and had great discussions over lovely dinners together. This is a very special family. The fresh oranges from the trees outside made a daily glass of freshly squeezed juice for breakfast such a treat. Although we did not intend to have dinner in it was a delight to sit at the table look out at the view and have delicious shrimp from the local grocery store and fish. One really does not need to move from there although there is lots to explore. The long beach walks were the best. We highly recommend the pool house for a quiet restful stay. ##### Kenneth M. Stayed 22 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antonius V. Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Zeer mooi huisje in een schitternde tuin met prima onderhouden ewembad.De gastvijheid en goede zorgen van Virginia waren uitstekend. Zeer warme vrouw die altijd ten dienst staat.Ook een rijk gevulde tafel toen we toekwamen was schitterend. ##### Antonius V. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### JAMES F. May 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our first visit to Portugal The pool house is the best!! It is in a great location for exploring the surrounding area but away from the busy city so you can enjoy some peace and quiet. Virginia and family were so welcoming and made us feel like we were longtime friends. She had even made a salad and had food and drinks to get us started when we arrived. Very much appreciated! I almost don’t want to give the pool house a good review because I’m hoping to stay again when we come back to Portugal - I don’t want it to become too popular. Truly, thank you, thank you, thank you Virginia for letting us enjoy your pool house! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/3adb993b-403c-4d44-8ecc-c2156fc8396f-1748674910974.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ae728101-6623-4f84-a071-a18963219a45-1748674921154.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### JAMES F. Stayed 5 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charles C. May 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### a memorable stay An absolutely wonderful little house. Everything was perfect (except the terrible weather !) In over 20 yeqrs renting holiday houses this is right at the top - The flowers and a very generous welcome pack made us feel so welcome and Virginia was such an attentive and generous host.We really can't fault the Pool House ##### Charles C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Danielle H. May 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hospitality next level!!! what a nice experience! Virginia and her family did so much more than just running a b&b!The beachhouse is very complete! The garden is full of fruit you may use.It s clean and cozy. The view from the bedroom is so nice.You 'll feel at home!But Virginia's hospitality is what makes it realy amazing! ##### Danielle H. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carla R. Feb 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Atendimento Fomos super bem recebidos pela Virginia, muito simpática, atenciosa não podíamos ter sido mais bem recebidos.Quando chegámos tínhamos pão, ovos caseiros, fruta fresca das árvores que se encontram na quinta, água, café e uma casa com tudo o que é preciso.Uma experiência a repetir sem dúvida. ##### Carla R. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Holger S. Sep 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Superschöne Unterkunft Top Unterkunft mit sehr freundlicher und aufmerksamer Gastgeberin. Haus ist super ausgestattet mit riesigem Pool der regelmäßig gereinigt wird. Traumhafter Weitblick und sehenswerte Ausflugsziele in der Umgebung. Ohne Auto geht gar nichts aber mit ist viel sehenswertes innerhalb von ca. 30 Min. erreichbar (Porto ca. 50 min.). Sehr zu empfehlen für alle die Ruhe und Entspannung suchen. ##### Holger S. Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin W. Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stunning! We just returned from a perfect family break at the Pool House, which is a peaceful retreat with stunning valley views. It’s well-equipped and perfect for relaxing by the pool after exploring nearby Porto, Braga, and Guimarães. Fresh bread delivered daily adds a lovely touch. The host, Virginia, is warm and welcoming, offering helpful local tips. The serene setting and excellent location make it ideal for a relaxing stay with easy access to local attractions. 100% recommended! ##### Martin W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona H. Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Pool House Perfect place to relax or explore the surrounding area Host really welcoming and information book very informative and helpful The Pool House has everything you need being well equipped including towels & swim robes Fresh bread being delivered daily was a delicious extra too ##### Fiona H. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth L. Jul 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer getaway The property and house were beautiful. The kids loved the pool. Be prepared for about a 30 minute drive to anywhere or longer. We arrived at night and the road to the house is windy and narrow so I would not suggest arriving after dark. Very peaceful place to stay. ##### Ruth L. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frank C. Jun 17, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfekt! Tolles Haus, perfekt ausgestattet, traumhafte Aussicht, toller Pool! Ruhig gelegen und doch nahe der schönen Städte Braga und Guimaraes. Virginia ist die freundlichste Gastgeberin, die man sich nur vorstellen kann! Es ist für alles gesorgt: bei der Ankunft war der Frühstückstisch gedeckt und der Kühlschrank gefüllt. Der perfekte Start in den Urlaub ohne gleich an den ersten Einkauf denken zu müssen! Vielen Dank für alles, liebe Virginia! ##### Frank C. Stayed 11 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith H. May 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful retreat Very attractive property with superb views over the valley. Great location for a relaxing retreat but well placed to visit the many attractions. The house is really well equipped and comfortable. The garden was lovely and the pool would be a great asset after a hot day out. Our host was very friendly and helpful with suggestions of places to visit and where to eat. We really enjoyed our visit to the Pool House and to the area. ##### Judith H. Stayed 5 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### KDF Jan 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location and accommodations After traveling non stop for two weeks we landed in Longos at this centrally located, peaceful oasis. We had a wonderful stay where we could relax and enjoy the sounds of church bells in the distance and birds chirping in the morning. All while looking out over the town below. Our host, Victoria, greeted us on arrival with fresh fruit, bread and eggs. Some wine and food that allowed us to immediately relax after a long drive. She helped us find our way around the area with excellent suggestions and was available anytime we needed anything. It was like visiting a friend. The pool house is amazing. A fully stocked kitchen and dining area, two bedrooms, a generously sized bathroom and an amazing porch area with a wood burning stove at night. We were comfortable and cozy, with lots of windows for fresh air and coverings for privacy. If you are lucky you get to meet the resident dogs and cat who live on the other side of the property and if you are really lucky can take a walk with the host through the mountain. Great exercise and amazing views. Driving is a little tricky with one way roads but any experienced driver will have no issues. We look forward to returning again when it's warmer so we can use the pool too! ##### KDF Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trevor M. Oct 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Pool House deserves it I do not ordinarily offer reviews but the Pool House is exceptional. The location, amenities, host and layout are first rate. We had a most enjoyable stay made even better by the superb weather we enjoyed. In a world of generic promise unfulfilled, this was a glorious exception. Thank you. ##### Trevor M. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna M. Oct 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Magnificent A beautiful piece of property with a beautiful view and Beautiful pool . Host Virginia went beyond over and above our expectations . We arrived late after enduring delayed flights etc . We arrived at The Pool House with dinner ready and a table set . Wines in the fridge and Fully stocked for breakfast so we would not have to wake up without . Virginia is a wonderful welcoming host . We could not have asked for More . ##### Anna M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martina K. Oct 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Guter Start in Portugal Es ist ein sehr schönes Haus mit toller Aussicht. Virginia sorgt dafür, dass man sich sofort wie daheim fühlt - ein schön gedeckter Tisch mit Käse, Wein, Blumen etc. steht zum Empfang bereit - hierfür nochmals vielen Dank :-) . Es ist einfach auch alles im Haus, was man für den täglichen Bedarf braucht. Die Lage ist sehr zentral für die Erkundung des Norden von Portugal. Wir haben die Zeit hier sehr genossen und uns über Ausflugtipps von Virginia sehr gefreut. Sie ist eine perfekte Gastgeberin und wir kommen gerne wieder. ##### Martina K. Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard Q. Oct 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Merveilleux Accueil très chaleureux de la propriétaire Virginia. Maison et environnement superbe L’hôte était au devant de tous nos besoins On recommande très fortement cette maison ##### Richard Q. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Isabelle G. Sep 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Très bon séjour Nous avons très bien apprécié ce séjour à longo. Maison très agréable et propriétaire très serviable . Un joli panier de nourriture nous attendait à notre arrivée. Merci beaucoup pour ce séjour. Nois reviendron ##### Isabelle G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SARAH H. Jul 11, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### June 2023 We had a lovely visit at The Pool House. Virginia was the perfect host and so helpful when I needed to locate different items and book taxis etc. Lovely setting and a great pool ##### SARAH H. Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Patricia S., UK Jun 19, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### What a perfect place to stay for a holiday Quinta da Tapada was one of the nicest VRBOs we have stayed in. Our host Virginia was so welcoming and had thought of so many things to make our stay even more enjoyable,including lovely tasty treats and good advice on where to shop. The property enjoys gorgeous views over the valley, the pool was most welcome on the hot afternoons. A great place for either a family or a couple. ##### Patricia S. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Romy H. Apr 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super Urlaub pur. Perfekt ausgestattete Wohnung, mit unglaublichen freundlichen Vermietern. ##### Romy H. Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steffen R. Apr 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Super holiday Experience The whole family enjoyed 15 daysa at the Pool House. It is in a great location with lots to do in the area. There is very good information on places to visit in the area. The house is located High up in the village so it gives beautiful views over the valley and good exercice if you walk up! Virginia is a wonderful host and goes above and beyond to ensure that everyone is happy. ##### Steffen R. Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corrine R. Feb 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A hidden gem After a week traveling and navigating Lisbon and Porto this was such a welcome escape out of the city. Once we got there we didn’t want to leave. Virginia is an amazing hostess and the house is equipped with everything you could possible need or want. It is a very peaceful place. We slept like babies while there. I would highly recommend this place if you just want to kick back and relax. ##### Corrine R. 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