[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach Vacation home in Vila Nova de Gaia with kitchen ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/91af7e54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/w1260h853x20y0-67f3c448.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/c38530b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/823bcfb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100590000/100580700/100580613/f18bb322.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - 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. ### Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach Escape to this spacious coastal retreat, just 5 minutes from the beach and 10 minutes from Porto. This charming villa accommodates 10 guests with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and a bright living space. Enjoy a private garden, BBQ area, and a separate guesthouse with its own kitchenette and bathroom. Walk to local bakeries and cafes or explore the Gaia wine cellars nearby. Perfect for families and groups seeking comfort, privacy, and convenience. This spacious and charming home is designed with families and groups in mind, offering comfort, convenience, and a relaxing coastal escape. Featuring a private garden, an independent guesthouse, and plenty of amenities, it perfectly balances indoor and outdoor living. The property includes five comfortable bedrooms furnished with quality bedding, mosquito nets, and ample storage space. With a total of six beds—comprising both double and single options—the home offers flexible sleeping arrangements to suit your group’s needs. There are three full bathrooms stocked with essentials, thoughtfully designed to accommodate groups with ease. Inside, the spacious living areas showcase elegant décor, a large dining table, and a cozy seating area ideal for relaxing together. The fully equipped kitchen boasts a refrigerator, oven, microwave, freezer, dishwasher, coffee maker, toaster, and kettle, along with all the dishes, cutlery, and cooking essentials needed for preparing group meals. Outside, you’ll find two stone dining tables with ample seating for large group gatherings, accompanied by a built-in barbecue perfect for grilling and enjoying al fresco meals. The green garden space features a shaded seating area beneath a parasol, offering a tranquil spot to unwind. The separate guesthouse annex in the garden includes a private kitchenette and bathroom, providing extra privacy—ideal for families traveling with grandparents or friends who prefer their own space. Entertainment is covered with four TVs featuring cable channels and high-speed WiFi throughout the house. Air conditioning ensures year-round comfort, and private parking is available on the property. Located just five minutes from the beach and ten minutes from Porto, this home offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to local attractions, bakeries, and restaurants—making it the perfect base for your coastal getaway. Important informations » Guests must fill out a form with identity/passport information before or upon check-in. » Late Night Check-In: for arrivals between 21:00 (9 PM) and 9:00 (9 AM) a late check-in fee of €25 will apply. This amount must be paid in cash at the time of check-in. » Please note that all special requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. » If guests lock themselves out of the property or do not return the keys to the lockbox at checkout, a 50 euros fee will apply. If a guest loses a set of keys during their stay, an 80 euros fee will apply. In case our team is unable to unlock the door and there is the need for specialized assistance, additional fees will apply. » There is a camera outside facing the door. » A €300 security deposit is required to book this property. The deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property. 1\. To guarantee compliance with current regulations on public safety, this establishment requires online check-in through its own channel, which may ask tourists for the image of their identity card and/or selfie. Personal data will be processed in accordance with the provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation, Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of the European Parliament. To this end, the necessary measures will be taken to avoid its alteration, loss, treatment or unauthorized access 2\. Check-in schedule: From 01/01 to 31/12: Everyday from 15:00h to 21:00h 3\. Check-out schedule: 11:00. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33610000/33600600/33600593/55988002.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### An old house completely restored in the center of Porto - Free Wifi Centro / Baixa - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 133 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=33600593&PinnedHotelID=33600593&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22220000/22217700/22217650/5d8c1efa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEACH HOUSE OPORTO CITY WITH PRIVATE POOL 10 PERSONS - Free Wifi Madalena - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 8.8 Excellent 30 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=22217650&PinnedHotelID=22217650&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83690000/83683400/83683315/2195b664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Bright House w/ Garden Paranhos - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 7.0 Good 2 reviews CA $135 CA $462 total includes taxes & fees Nov 17 - Nov 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-17&endDate=2025-11-18&selected=83683315&PinnedHotelID=83683315&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99850000/99844700/99844642/aa271e0f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Douro Sunset Lounge Está Localizado no Coração da Cidade do Porto Centro / Baixa - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 7.0 Good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=99844642&PinnedHotelID=99844642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33280000/33275900/33275879/b9acb327.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Porto Family House. 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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 118273/AL ### Property is also known as 229630 ## About the area Canidelo, a neighborhood in Vila Nova de Gaia, is home to this vacation home. Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Livraria Lello and Norte Shopping. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rosa Mota Pavilion or Crystal Palace Gardens. [Visit our Vila Nova de Gaia travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Vila-Nova-De-Gaia.dx4905) [View more Vacation homes in Porto](https://www.expedia.ca/Porto-Private-Vacation-Homes.d603077-aaPrivateVacationHomes.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%7C41.11629%2C-8.64465&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=VJ5JeQ9imnJlCxEJ26ostdKCxKA=) Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto ### What's nearby - Livraria Lello - 6 min drive - 6.2 km - Ribeira Square - 6 min drive - 5.8 km - Porto Historic Center - 7 min drive - 6.2 km - Porto Cathedral - 7 min drive - 6.2 km - Clerigos Tower - 7 min drive - 6.9 km ### Getting around - João de Deus Station - 6 min drive - Madalena Station - 11 min walk - Porto Airport (OPO) - 28 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Casa D. Amélia - ‬3 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Perola Da Madalena Coffee Shop - ‬19 min walk - ‪Novo Rumo - ‬2 min drive - ‪Ninki Sushi - Gaia - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Charming and Calm House - 5 minutes from the Beach located? > Located in Canidelo, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lavadores Beach, Cockburn Smithes Cellars, and Arrabida Shopping. Ramos Pinto Cellars and Cais de Gaia are also within 3 mi (5 km). Madalena Station is 11 minutes by foot and Coimbroes Station is 26 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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