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

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Property grounds
Pool
Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Valongo, Porto
  • Valongo Municipal Library
    12 min walk
  • Continente Shopping Centre
    12 min walk
  • Dragao Stadium
    12 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    20 min drive

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About the area

Valongo

At this cottage you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Valongo Municipal Library and Continente Shopping Centre. .Accommodation features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 2.5 bathrooms, a fireplace and a patio are also available.

What's nearby

  • Valongo Municipal Library - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Continente Shopping Centre - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 15 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Ribeira Square - 16 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 16 min drive - 18.6 km

Getting around

  • Venda Nova Station - 7 min drive
  • Suzão Station - 8 min walk
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Estica A Brasa2 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Casa das Bifanas - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪BlaBla - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Spring - Cafetaria e Gelataria - ‬15 min walk

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 transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • 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

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • 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

  • 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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 21,528 square feet

Policies

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

  • No pets 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
On-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
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. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 50307/AL

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

The closest beach to Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto is Carneiro Beach (15.9 km).

Does Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

No, but there is a private pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

No, Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 12:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Porto Natura House - a piece of nature w/ direct train Porto?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Porto
Nice oasis in the city. Easy process, perfect outdoor living area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

keri m.

Special house and property
History abounds in this old farmhouse. The beautiful grounds lend evidence of a working vineyard from time's past. It's quiet, peaceful, private and the caretakers keep great care of the house. Only a five minute walk to the train to Porto, it was the perfect jump off for a day in the city while coming home to a sweet relaxing evening with birds, Vino Verde and canned fish dinners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

Great getaway
Beautiful house and rustic as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karl-Heinz K., Kirchseeon/Bayern/Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
The Nature House in Valongo Suzao
The tine nice old farmhouse welcomed us with a wonderful and naturally oriented ambient. The garden, the whole area, just beautiful and very natural Many different birds singing, beautiful plants and trees. All like a picturesque nature area. We liked it very much. The Owner welcomed us, gave us a little tour and left US independent for the rest of the stay. However, in case if questions, f.e. public train system to/from Porto, we could call or sen a WhatsApp message, to get immediate answers, sufficient guidance and help. We really liked it very much and think about to come back another time.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Anja N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Landhausferien vor den Toren von Porto
Zu viert haben wir eine schöne Woche in dem Haus verbracht. Das Haus entsprach der Beschreibung und hat uns gut gefallen. Der Ort Valongo ist leider nicht sehr einladend,schön ist die Nähe zu Porto. Sehr gut war die Kommunikation mit unserer Vermieterin, die immer erreichbar war und uns mit guten Tipps versorgt hat, danke dafür!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parenthèse enchantée à Valongo
Notre séjour a été parfait, idyllique. Notre hôte a été adorable, pleine d’attentions, sachant être disponible tout en préservant notre tranquillité. La situation est idéale, et les prestations nous ont comblés. Cet endroit est un petit coin de paradis au charme incroyable, dans un écrin de nature au cœur de la ville et proche des transports en commun pour visiter Porto par exemple ou Aveiro. Un rêve éveillé. Merci du fond du cœur.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H., Essen, Germany

Liked: Cleanliness
Super Unterkunft
Eine sehr schöne Unterkunft. Ruhige Lage, trotz der nahgelegenen Autobahn. Das Haus ist zwar klein, hat jedoch alles was man benötigt – eine vollausgestattete Küche, zwei Schlafzimmer mit großen und bequemen Betten (ich bis schließlich 1,90m) – zwei Badezimmer auf jeder Etage mit Dusche und Toilette, sowie eine Extratoilette im Erdgeschoß. Riesige Terrasse, kleiner Pool (mehr was für Kinder) und einer “Tenne“ mit großem Sitzbereich. Wir haben uns hier sehr wohl gefühlt. Zudem ist Flavia sehr nett, hat gute Tipps und ist stets erreichbar. Wenn man Essen gehen möchte, dann muss mal allerdings mit dem Pkw fahren, da direkt Fußläufig nichts erreichbar ist. Ca. 700m sind es zu einem riesigen Einkaufszentrum. Hier gibt es alles was man benötigt – vor allem, wenn man gerne Fisch ist. Autofahren ist kein Problem – In Porto ist man in ca. 20 Minuten. Und keine Angst – man fährt hier sehr entspannt und Rücksichtsvoll. Alles in Allem hatten wir einen schönen Urlaub und können die Unterkunft nur empfehlen.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

christella s., 64240

Liked: Cleanliness
Une belle location, charmante où l'on s'y sent tout de suite trés bien.
Maison très agréable pour passer de belles vacances prés de Porto. La propriétaire a tout prévu: une belle maison, bien décorée, très propre mais surtout un accueil chaleureux!! Dés l'arrivée , on se sent vite comme à la maison. Tout est pensé et organisé pour un excellent séjours. La location est située à 8 minutes à pied du train ( nous avons pu aller à Porto , quasi tous les jours), avec des horaires jusqu'en fin de soirées!!. Un centre commercial est situé à quelques minutes en voiture et il y a tout! Les commerces proches sont à quelques minutes à pied ( nous y allions pour le pain!). Bref, encore merci pour tout ! C'est une très belle location, dans un environnement étonnant, agréable et reposant aux portes de Porto; vous ne serez pas déçus!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Einfach toll!
Sehr nette Gastgeber und ein fantastischer Ort
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marco S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heerlijke oase !
Wat een heerlijke plek om te verblijven! Station is dichtbij maar Porto met de auto is ook prima te doen. In het dorp goed eten en veel wandel opties.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tineke S., Drachten

Liked: Cleanliness
Heerlijk plekje
Na een warm welkom van de eigenaresse een heerlijke week gehad. Alles wat je nodig hebt is er. Altijd een plekje in de zon of ergens in de schaduw. Huis goed verzorgd en sfeervol ingericht. Een plek om terug te komen.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pierre-Yves M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Parfait pour de bons moments de détente dans un environnement au top
Tout d'abord je tiens à mentionner la qualité du contact avec l'hôte ainsi que sa réactivité à faire en sorte que le séjour se passe au mieux. En ce qui concerne la propreté on ne peut pas faire mieux, tout était parfait. Propre et bien rangé. Les serviettes de bain d'une trés bonne qualité, douces et agréables à utiliser. La maison, ancienne et rustique, possède un charme fou. Mais surtout c'est l'environnement dans lequel elle se trouve qui en fait un endroit agréable que l'on aime retrouver aprés une journée à se balader. On ne s'attend pas à trouver un tel espace quand on arrive pour la première fois. Bref un sans faute pour cet endroit que je ne peux que recommander, allez y les yeux fermés.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Joelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beau cadre
Très content de notre séjour dans cette propriété
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Valen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Süßes Naturhäuschen in der Nähe von Porto
Super süßes Häuschen in der Nähe von Porto. Mit dem Auto braucht man ca. 15 bis 20 Minuten bis zur Altstadt von Porto. Das Häuschen ist wie beschrieben. Sehr liebevoll Eingerichtet. Man fühlt sich direkt wohl. Auch die Kommunikation mit Flavia war super. Immer sehr schnell und unkompliziert. Flavia ist sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Der Einzige Negativpunkt ist, dass die Autobahn nicht weit weg ist und man diese zum Teil doch stark hören kann. Zur späteren Abendstunde und am Morgen ist es jedoch zu meist ruhig.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marit L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Toller Aufenthalt
Klare Empfehlung! Wer einmal raus und entspannen möchte, nichts wie hin. Ruhe, Vogelgezwitscher, der ein oder andere Hahn, Ausflüge nach Porto und tolle Wanderwege sind zum Greifen nah. Hervorragende Betreung durch die Gastgeber, besonders hilfreich in der Corona Zeit. 5 Sterne
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2021