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Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto

Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining

Overview of Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Valongo, Porto
  • Popular LocationContinente Shopping Centre12 min walk
  • Popular LocationRibeira Square16 min drive
  • Popular LocationPorto Historic Center16 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)20 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 6
21528 sq ft
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bedroom 3
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Shower
Bathroom 3
    No shower or bathtub

About this property

Entire place

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

Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto

The House is an original slate house of more than 300 years, totally restored and inserted in the middle of nature, to offer you a peaceful stay in the gates of the wonderful city of Porto. Within 5 minutes walking distance, you can take the train and get to the historic center in 20 minutes. Otherwise, if you have a car, you will be there in about 15 minutes.
The Shale house has the capacity to accommodate 6 people, as it has two double bedrooms with private bathroom and a mezzanine with a double sofa bed.
Only one of the rooms is available in the bookings for two people. The room has been selected during the booking process. If you want to use both rooms, it is necessary to pay an additional fee.
On the ground floor there is the kitchen (equipped with fridge, microwave, oven, stove and the basic kitchen utensils), a living space, a bathroom and one of the double bedrooms with private bathroom. On the first floor there is the other double bedroom with private bathroom and the mezzanine. The shale house maintains the freshness during the summer and, for the coldest days, there is a wood burning stove to keep you warm.
Outside the house there are green spaces and a huge terrace where you can take sun baths, have a nice barbecue and, on the warmest days, refresh yourself in a typical tank. For sports lovers, there is also a wooden pavilion that you can access to practice gymnastic or yoga.
If you are coming by car or any other vehicle, you can park it safely within the property.
The Shale House is situated in a quiet and safe residential area and you can enjoy the countryside from the countryside with a relaxing ecological walk, alongside the "Paleozoic Route" (Sítio Rede Natura 2000). In the neighborhood you can find pharmacy, supermarkets, coffees, restaurants and public transports that go directly to Porto center (train and bus stations are situated at 5min walking distance). If you are coming by car, the house is located at 2km from the highway exit, with access to the different regions of the country.
Shale House is situated within a triangle constituted by three admirable places - Douro, Porto and Guimarães - World Heritage. It's an ideal starting point for those who would like to visit, besides Porto, the cities of Viana do Castelo, Braga, Guimaraes, Coimbra and Aveiro.
During your stay you may count with our help to give you all the advices and indications taking into account your personal preferences and interests. We provide you maps, public transports schedules, interesting points info., Etc.

Property manager

Flávia

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: There is a beautifull terrace where you can smoke

Services and conveniences

  • Local meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 21,528 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

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

Children are welcome
Note from host: children should only use the ground floor

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Porto Natura House a Piece of Nature Close to Porto City
Porto Natura House Piece Nature Porto City Valongo
Porto Natura House Piece Nature Porto City Valongo
Porto Natura House a Piece of Nature Close to Porto City
Porto Natura House Piece Nature Porto City
Porto Natura Piece Nature Porto City Valongo
Porto Natura House a Piece of Nature Close to Porto City
Porto Natura House Piece Nature Porto City
Porto Natura Piece Nature Porto City Valongo
Porto Natura Piece Nature Porto City
Porto Natura House a Piece of Nature Close to Porto City

About the area

Valongo

Located in Valongo, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Livraria Lello and Norte Shopping. Funny City and Lavandeira Municipal Park are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain climbing, hiking, and cycling.

What's nearby

  • Continente Shopping Centre - 12 min walk
  • University of Porto - 13 min drive
  • Porto Cathedral - 15 min drive
  • Ribeira Square - 16 min drive
  • Porto Historic Center - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Venda Nova Station - 7 min drive
  • Suzão Station - 8 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Hut - 11 min walk
  • Casa das Bifanas - 19 min walk
  • O Sitio das Francesinhas - 14 min walk
  • Restaurante Marta Costa - 10 min walk
  • Casa de Pasto A Valonguense - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Continente Shopping Centre and Valongo Cathedral. Park of the Serras do Porto is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away. Suzão Station is 8 minutes by foot and Valongo Station is 23 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cooper W., USA

Liked: Cleanliness
It is lovely
This is a 300-year-old farmhouse that has been converted on a very quiet spot in a middle class, safe and retirement looking (?) neighborhood. There was a bedroom and bath upstairs and a bedroom and bath plus another half bath downstairs with a kitchen that was compact but had everything you needed and a lovely outdoor space. If you're looking for modern perfection instead of character, you'll find only the best character here. There is a grocery store nearby and you can walk the train in about 5 minutes. Our host did a wonderful job checking us in, and gave us all the information we needed. She was available but not intrusive. It was just the right amount of space, very quiet at night, and we would absolutely come back here again and again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chitra B., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, well equipped and clean country dwelling
We enjoyed our 4-night stay in this property in Valongo. Just a short drive from Porto, quiet, clean and well equipped. Its an old house but lacked for nothing. Owners were very responsive and easy to communicate with. Check in and check out was a breeze. Beds were super comfy and enough bath linens etc. Loved sitting on the slate stone patio listening to nature in the evening. I don't have any hesitation recommending to others or staying in this place again if I ever have the opportunity to revisit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Daryl R.

Shortened our 10 day stay by nine days
Nothing went right. We weren’t given an address so we could find it. Our host didn’t meet us. She sent her brother who just wanted to leave. Then we found out after we got in that the only heat was the fireplace and they didn’t bring us any firewood or matches or kindling. They did have a electric space heater upstairs that didn’t provide very much heat. we felt that the stairs were very unsafe as the handrail did not go up high enough to have something to hold onto at the top. The house was in a very industrial, and seemed to be a poor area, and we were expecting it to be in a little village in the country. I’m sure the host disagrees with this, but we were so uncomfortable. We actually rented another place south of Puerto because we didn’t want to stay there more than one night. We found the washing machine in a separate building in a shed and didn’t look clean enough to even wash clothes in. We have no reason to pick on the host that didn’t feel like we got value for our money, and we would rather pay for another one then stay there . It was a very interesting and historic building and artifacts, but that doesn’t mean I would want to stay there.!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely farmhouse
This was a lovely little farmhouse tucked away behind a gate in an area of the town. The house itself was quaint and the property had a few inviting outdoor areas to relax after a busy day navigating the streets of Porto. The owners were very attentive if we needed anything. We would definitely enjoy staying there again if we return to Portugal in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zeke T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
Our stayexceeded all of our expectations. Flavia was wonderful to work with and the house was absolutely beautiful. There was a train station about 15 minutes walk from the house which made it very easy to get to Porto. We had a wonderful time and look forward to returning someday!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gayle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property near Porto
Flavia was an excellent host. She responded quickly to our inquiries. The property is lovely with a nice rustic feel. The house is not large, everything is very compact and cozy, the pictures make it look larger than it actually is. But having said that, the house has everything you need for a lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

LouAnn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sets a new high bar for VRBO
Amazing old farm house close to the city. The decor was beautiful. The host was wonderful. Perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Laura & Stefan C., Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely spot in a quiet area
The guesthouse is super cute, with a lovely garden for hanging around outside. The hosts were very helpful and I truly enjoyed my stay at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

BEATRICE M., Taos, NM USA

Liked: Cleanliness
rural oasis in one of Porto's suburbs
Interesting old converted barn. Cozy place, perfect for 2 or 3. Woke up to roosters and birds singing. Only 5 min. walk to the train station which goes directly to downtown Porto, so convenient! The stairs to the good size double bed bedroom are quite steep, upstairs bath and downstairs 1/2 bath are not suited for large built guests. The washer dryer are in a laundry room next door to the host home. Flavia is very easy to communicate with, did not meet her, her mother welcomed us. Probably more suited for warmer weather to spend more time outside. We would recommend this place.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathie N., Surrey BC ,Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Farmhouse Stay
We stayed for 4 days and took the train into Porto Twice and visited the Douro Valley twice. Excellent location for both as we had a car.. the train station was only a 10 min walk.. loved the old house!!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019