Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi
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Entire home
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Gym
- Hot tub
- Barbecue grill
- Washer
- Pool
Explore the area
- Sameiro Sanctuary9 min drive
- Citania de Briteiros9 min drive
- Bom Jesus do Monte13 min drive
- Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)46 min drive
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About the area
Guimarães
What's nearby
- Sameiro Sanctuary - 9 min drive - 3.0 km
- Bom Jesus do Monte - 13 min drive - 9.9 km
- Minho University - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
- Braga Cathedral - 15 min drive - 12.4 km
- Santa Barbara Garden - 16 min drive - 12.4 km
Getting around
- Tadim Station - 20 min drive
- Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
- Quinta das Laranjeiras - 5 min drive
- O Manel - 12 min drive
- Albino - 7 min drive
- Carreira do Tiro - 13 min drive
- Restaurante Albino - 7 min drive
About this property
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Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi
The front of the house has bi-fold doors, opening onto the lawn, with a completely private 12m x 6m azure blue tiled 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, for guests' use only. The house is surrounded by flowers, fruit trees, vines and olive trees. The house is set in the mountains but 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 lambs - guests are welcome to go and visit them or just watch them ambling along, one behind the other, from the Pool House garden.
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 - paid for by the owners.
There are various patios and terraces where you can escape to - with a glass of the house vinho verde (offered by the owners).
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.
Fruit trees at the property abound - figs in the autumn, oranges, lemons, kiwis in the Winter, plums in the Summer. Guests are invited to help themselves. No extra cost whatsoever!
Guests arrive to a welcoming snack and wine/eggs/fruit from the farm.
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. 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 (with all the British channels) 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, sofa and chairs.
The veranda/sitting room has the dining area to one side, next to the BBQ and the sitting area to the other side, with the view - the 2 TVs show all the Portuguese and British channels (through satellite TV). The veranda TV also has Netflix.
The bi-fold doors can be kept shut on chilly days and open on hot summer days. There is a wood burner on the veranda, so guests can enjoy a room with a view (over the valley and the pool) as well as enjoying the atmosphere of a wood burning stove - only necessary in the winter.
All the rooms have central heating.
The bathroom has a large shower, heavy glass wash-hand basin and WC. Wake up to a hot shower using the beautiful fluffy bath and face towels, bearing the Pool House logo.
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 35 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.
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.
The owner, Virginia, takes her two dogs out for a short walk through the forest most mornings - if you'd like to come along for the walk, just let her know. There are lots of forest trails with good views and she's happy to tailor the choice of walk to the individual.
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.
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Pool loungers
- Private pool
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Ice maker
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- 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
- 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.
- In-room 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 centre
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycles
- Golf
- Gym
- Heated pool
- Kayak
- Table tennis
- Tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails 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)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
General
- Bicycles
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,076 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
- Note from host: The pool is 5 metres from the door - careful!!!
Important information
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10. For guests' safety, the property includes a first aid kit in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi have a pool?
Take your pick from a heated pool, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.
What luxury perks are available at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi?
This property features a heated pool, as well as a private pool and a living room.
What makes Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub, private pools, and private balconies all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi.
Is Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a playground and an arcade, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a private hot tub at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi?
No, Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
Are pets allowed at Stunning Mountain Retreat, with private pool, BBQ, fire pit, Wifi?
No, pets are not allowed.
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