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Mendiz House - Douro

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A stone-paved patio with a swimming pool, surrounded by a metal fence, overlooking terraced vineyards.
A stone building with a balcony, a pool, and a tree in the foreground.
A dining area with a stone wall, wooden furniture, and a clock.
A cozy living room with stone walls, a fireplace, a television, and comfortable seating.
A stone-paved courtyard with potted plants and a rustic stone wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sweeping views
    Enjoy top-rated panoramic views across the skyline, from sunrise through night.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Vale de Mendiz, Vila Real
  • Place, Duoro River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Quinta do Bomfim
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Quinta de La Rosa
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Vila Real (VRL)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Alijó

Alijó is home to this holiday home. Duoro River and Jardim Publico Doutor Matos Cordeiro reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Quinta do Bomfim and Natur Waterpark. Travelling with kids? Consider Centro Cultural de Tojais and Centro Cultural Regional de Vila Real. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Map
Vale de Mendiz, Vila Real

What's nearby

  • Duoro River - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Quinta do Bomfim - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Casal de Loivos Viewpoint - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Quinta de La Rosa - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Quinta da Roêda Winery - 12 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Pinhão Train Station - 10 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pasteleria Princesa do Douro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Praia Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quinta de la Rosa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Quinta Da Avessada - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taberna De Ponto - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Mendiz House - Douro have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Mendiz House - Douro?

As of 12 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mendiz House - Douro on 14 Nov 2026 start from AU$1,313, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Mendiz House - Douro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Mendiz House - Douro?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mendiz House - Douro?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mendiz House - Douro?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mendiz House - Douro located?

Set in Alijó, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Casal de Loivos Viewpoint, Quinta do Bomfim and Duoro River. Bread and Wine Museum and Quinta de La Rosa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great property in Vale Mendiz. The furnishings are beautiful. There is a lot of history in this house.The views are incredible. Perfect for a nice retreat. The caretakers live just down the hill and are very helpful. Mrs. Fatima came and prepared breakfast each day. What a nice touch!I would totally consider coming back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surreal stay in the Douro!

The house is beautiful, with historical touches and amazing views. Fatima was so welcoming and a pleasure to interact with. We enjoyed our stay and hope to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best view EVER!

We really enjoyed our four night stay. Our host, Fatima, was lovely. Would highly recommend this spot, nestled among the vinyards and olive trees, with views to die for!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friends getaway

The property lived up to the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views and amazing house

Beautiful home. The house is full of art, antiques, lovely touches. The breakfast is such a nice touch by sweet Louisa. We enjoyed the decks and poolside. WiFi worked great. Host was very helpful .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Wonderful Guests. It was a great pleasure from the whole team of Casa de Mendiz to welcome you in our House, where you will always be welcome to return to. Thank you for your visit.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome rustic vineyard location!

Location was excellent. Views were fantastic and we felt like locals, which is what we were hoping for. Fatima, the local employee for Casa de Mendiz, was fantastic! She made us breakfast every day and is a wonderful person! The locals were very welcoming as well. Finally, the owner/property manager was very helpful and responsive. We had an amazing time, and we definitely would recommend a stay at this beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2024
Hello Steven, and thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure to have at Casa de Mendiz. We do hope you come and visit again. Best regards, Marta.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great home!

We were seven adults who thoroughly enjoyed our 2-night stay. The home is spacious, the beds comfortable and the rooms were all very clean and welcoming. We did not use the pool (thought it was crystal clear), as it was a bit cool in early October... and we were always out during the day exploring the Douro Valley. We did not cook at home but we really appreciated the full-sized kitchen and large dining room table. The views from the balcony outside two of the bedrooms were wonderful. We parked two cars on the property. It just takes a bit of patience and skill to navigate the cobblestone shared driveway leading from the main street to the house. A small cafe is no more than a 2 minute walk up a pedestrian path from the house... though a perfectly adequate breakfast of coffee, breads and cheeses is provided by the owner each morning. The town of Pinhao is about a 10-minute ride and there we enjoyed a couple different restaurants, bought some groceries and boarded a scenic boat tour of the Douro Valley. Bottom line? Book this home for your visit to Pinhao.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fast ein mittelalterliches Schloss - traumhaft in den Hügeln oberhalb Pinhao gelegen

Das besondere Haus, die wunderschöne Umgebung und die liebevolle Betreuung durch Luisa und Jose waren die perfekte Kombination. Wir waren mit 3 Paaren dort sowie einmal mit Kleinkind, Anfang November. Das Haus ist eine Mischung aus Schloss und Museum mit so vielen Details, insgesamt 5 Schlafzimmern, 3 unten, 2 oben, wovon eins im Obergeschoss 2 Einzelbetten hat- und oben ist es nicht ganz so stilsicher wie unten. Für den Sommer gibt es im Garten einen Pool und einen Billardraum. Jetzt im Herbst konnten Mandarinen und Orangen direkt im Garten gepflückt werden und die umgebenden Weinterrassen leuchten in buntesten Farben, dazu stahlblauer Himmel aber nachts empfindlich kalt (4 Grad C), Tags so etwa 12-15. ideal zum Wandern. Im Haus sind mehrere Feuerstellen und elektrische Heizung, Luisa hat immer dafür gesorgt, dass morgens und abends das Feuer loderte. Die Gastfreundschaft ist ehrlich und herzlich. Jeden Morgen bereitete Luisa automatisch das Frühstück mit selbstgebackenem Kuchen. Ansonsten aber sehr viel Privatsphäre. Das Haus liegt nur etwa 4 Kilometer oberhalb Pinhao und weit über dem Douro-Tal. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen oder Ausfahrten. Wir waren 3 Tage dort hätten aber gerne verlängert. Ein Ort um die Seele baumeln zu lassen
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A perfect place to unwind.

Place was exactly as advertised -- a lovely old stone house in a tiny village, with vineyards in every direction. Friendly hosts, and Louisa, who prepares breakfast, is a gem. Be advised that getting in and out of the driveway is a bit of a tight squeeze. We managed it okay, but for the most part just parked our car on the main street, a block away. No shops in Vale de Mendiz itself, but Pinhau is a beautiful little river village, with everything you need. All the major port houses are in the neighborhood, but if you like wine, and prefer table wine to port, be sure to book a visit to 'Wine and Soul,' which is in Vale de Mendiz itself -- only 50 yards or so from the house. It's one of the greatest wineries in the entire Douro region.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnificent property!

We loved our stay here and wished we had booked for a longer period of time. Luiza's breakfasts were wonderful, the property was gorgeous, and Jose was beyond helpful. The pictures do not compare to the beauty of the house in person. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
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