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The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming

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A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a pool and a landscaped garden.
A pool area with a tiled edge, a wall-mounted light fixture, and two glasses of red wine on a tray.
A bedroom with a bed, two wicker ottomans, a wooden floor, and a window with curtains.
A round mirror reflecting a living room with a sofa, a chair, and a vase with flowers.
A swimming pool with a view of hills, a wall with greenery, and a tree.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Vila Boa de Quires e Maureles, Porto
  • Place, Albufeira do Torrão
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Place, Ribeira Square
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming

Recanto is a completely new small villa, decorated and equipped with comfort and well-being in mind for those seeking rest and knowledge of this fantastic region, located between the Douro and Tâmega rivers. This region stands out for its landscape beauty (Douro Vineyards and Paiva Walkways), its rich heritage (Romanesque Route) and its renowned gastronomy.
The location of O 'Recanto allows a close and direct experience with the friendly people of the small town of Maureles, which belongs to Marco de Canaveses.
This house has parking garage with direct access to the interior of the house. Occupying up to 6 people (4 adults + 2 children), it offers 2 air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TV, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen, and two bathrooms. It also has a nice outdoor garden area with swimming pool. Here you can sunbathe, cool off and have a nice meal.
The excellent location of O Recanto, 9 km from the A4 and A11 highways, allows you to be within walking distance and minutes from major cities such as Porto, Guimarães, Penafiel and Amarante. Marco's train station is 9 km (Porto - Pocinho line) from the guest house and 58 km from Porto International Airport.
Recanto is also inserted in the demarcated region of green wines, so you can enjoy the beautiful vineyards up close and taste the excellent wines of the Marco Wine Route.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 99543/AL
Property # 10336495
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Marco de Canaveses

Marco de Canaveses is home to this holiday home. Albufeira do Torrão and Jardim de Torrao Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Magikland and Parque Aquático de Amarante. Travelling with kids? Consider Garden of Saint Bartholomew, or check out an event or a game at Complexo Desportivo de Lousada. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Vila Boa de Quires e Maureles, Porto

What's nearby

  • Albufeira do Torrão - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 52 min drive - 65.7 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 54 min drive - 67.5 km
  • Matosinhos Beach - 54 min drive - 71.4 km
  • Ribeira Square - 58 min drive - 69.0 km

Getting around

  • Marco de Canaveses Station - 15 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Churrasqueira Peixoto - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Albufeira - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪O Plátano - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Magalhaes-Restaurante de Cozinha Regional - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Nook - Harmonious and Welcoming located?

Located in Marco de Canaveses, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Albufeira do Torrão, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Magikland and Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura. Penafiel Municipal Museum and Penafiel Church are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 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. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

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

Wonderful stay in Duoro Valley

What a wonderful experience at this beautiful home. The house was so comfortable with every amenity you need. Everything was so clean and the pool was amazing. Our communication with Maria was always prompt and she left us with helpful suggestions on restaurants and tourist attractions Sad we had such a short time here, next time we’ll stay longer. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to come to the area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Uwe F.

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

Very nice spring vacation!

Very nice house and description perfect. Maria is a very very engaged. Weather was not perfect, but this was for us not an issue. Accommodation and support by Maria was excellent and let us forget the bad weather.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Tamyra R.

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

ALMOST DUORO VALLEY

We had some trouble finding the home but were prepared for it, and once we arrived, we loved the stay. They were super friendly hosts, and with Google interpreting, all went smoothly. The spectacular Duoro River valley was a great place to visit on our way South to Coimbra. Two adult couples... plenty of privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

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

Douro dream

Stunning , and so very well equipped! Immaculate decorating, fabulous back yard with pool, also immaculate! Located in the middle of everything you could possibly want, with a terrific little bar and grocery next door——would visit again n a minute!!!! brenda Norton
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2022
Brenda, it was a pleasure to welcome you to our home! We are happy to know that you took back good memories of Recanto. Thank you so much for being so kind to leave us your lovely review! Until forever, Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Willem v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Prachtig vakantiehuis.Schoon en netjes en volledig ingericht. Leuk zwembad(je).Goede en snelle service bij vragen vooraf en tijdens verblijf.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We hebben genoten van de mooie en zeer nette woning. Mooi zicht vanuit het toffe zwembad. De woning is een goede uitvalsbasis voor de bezienswaardigheden in de buurt. Porto is zeer dichtbij ongeveer 40 minuten rijden. De bocht na de woning maakt het inrijden in de garage gevaarlijk want er wordt nogal snel gereden in de doorgangsweg.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matthias M.

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

Schöne Unterkunft und guter Ausgangspunkt

Schönes und sauberes Haus, guter Ausgangspunkt um die Region (Porto, Douro, pittoreske Städte, Natur) zu erkunden. Wir haben uns wohlgefühlt, der Kontakt mit den Gastgebern war tadellos.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo S.

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

Magnífico Recanto

Casa ótima para uns dias de descanso em família. Excelentes pormenores e muito bom gosto na decoração. Gostamos muito
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Muito obrigada, Ricardo, pela excelente avaliação ao Recanto.É extremamente gratificante saber que correspondemos às vossas expectativas e que valorizaram todos os pormenores que, com muito carinho, colocamos à disposição dos nossos hóspedes. Esperamos recebê-los novamente!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Arthur R.

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

Agréable séjour en famille

La villa est parfaitement équipée, et conforme à la description préalable. L’accueil a ete tres chaleureux et simple. Nous avons pu sauter dans la piscine quelques minutes après être arrivés. Seul bémol, les manoeuvres avec la voiture pour rentrer dans le garage, au niveau d’un virage assez fréquenté. Le voisin était aussi entrain de faire des travaux extérieurs pendant 3 jours, ce qui a créé des nuisances. Nous reviendrons surement
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ines M.

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

Estadia impecável

Gostámos imenso da estadia no Recanto. Tudo era exatamente conforme as fotografias e a Maria foi muito simpática. Foram umas férias tranquilas e agradáveis. Recomendo!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Werner O.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top Ferienhaus

Das Ferienhaus ist unbedingt zu empfehlen. Extrem sauber, alles duftet frisch und angenehm. Kommunikation mit der Eigentümerin per WhatsApp ok. Gut zu finden, mit Garage und direktem Zugang zum Haus. Modern und neuwertig eingerichtet. Gute Betten, schöner Pool. Top WLAN auch zum streamen! Was will man mehr. Wir waren sehr zufrieden und haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pascal R.

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

Topissime

Très belle maison décorée avec beaucoup de goût Il ne manque rien! Maria est une hôte exceptionnelle, elle vous prévoit de nombreuses belles attentions Vous passerez un excellent séjour
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gordon A.

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

Beautiful house in a small town in the country

The house is very well equipped and finished at a very high level. Could use some grill tools, but other than that was very well fitted out. No major attractions really close by, but 45-60 minutes from a number of key sites: Porto, Guimaraes, Braga, and the Douro Valley. We also did a canyoning experience up in the Peneda Geres park which was a lot of fun. Beautiful pool and outdoor eating area. Maria was great to work with and really made sure we were having a good stay. Favorite restaurant of our stay was Republica do Polvo (octopus) in Guimaraes. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leo v.

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

Fantastisch.

Het is fantastisch mooi huis, grote vertrekken en een mooie patio met een lekker zwembad. De eigenaars hebben smaak en laten dat zien in de inrichting van het huis. Pure gezelligheid. Maria, de host, is goed bereikbaar en geeft goede adviezen voor een aangenaam verblijf.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2022
Leo and Lisette, it was a pleasure to welcome you to our home! We are happy to know that you took back good memories of Recanto. Thank you so much for being so kind to leave us your lovely review! Until forever, Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josan v.

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

Heel fijn, schoon en modern huis.

Een heerlijk huis en van alle gemakken voorzien. Geweldig ontvangst, geen probleem om eerder in te checken en/of iets later uit te checken. Eigenaresse erg vriendelijk, vraagt regelmatig of alles (nog) naar wens is. Een aanrader als je van rust houdt, het ligt in een klein dorpje waar je tussen de locals zit!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Excellent séjour

Nous avons passé une magnifique semaine dans la villa Recanto. Maria et son mari nous ont accueilli chaleureusement, avec plein de petites attentions. Un grand merci à eux. La villa est très agréable, et on se sent comme chez soi. Nous recommandons fortement cette location
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Aida C.

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

Casa de férias

Adorei. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muito acolhedor, calmo, decoração excelente. Recomendo e é para voltar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François R.

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

Très belle propriété et dans un endroit reculé.

Un très bon séjour dans une jolie maison bien équipée moderne et avec une très belle piscine. Un environnement calme au milieu des vignes non loin de la vallée du Douro et à moins de 45 mn de Porto. Maria, la maîtresse de maison a été aux petits soins pendant tout notre séjour. Un grand merci à son époux et à son fils pour avoir géré les petits tracas des rendez-vous pour les tests antigeniques et PCR… nous recommandons vivement.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Isabel R.

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

Excelente

El recibimiento, disponibilidad y cuidado continuo de María no puede ser mejor. Todo es fácil con ella. La casa preciosa, limpia, todo nuevo y decorada con mucho gusto. Comodísimo todo: la piscina, cocina, habitaciones, garaje... una gozada. El entorno rural, de viñedos y monte, muy tranquilo y para perderse a gusto. Si quieres alejarte de todo, es el sitio ideal. Hace falta coche para visitar ciudades. Yo me quedaría a vivir ;) Obrigada
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2021
Muchas gracias Isabel por el lindo comentario sobre Recanto. ¡Será un placer recibirlos nuevamente!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Um autêntico Recanto

A nossa estadia no Recanto não podia ter sido melhor, desde a recepção fantástica pela Maria, como toda a nossa permanência na casa. Umas condições fantásticas, decoração moderna, um brio! Uma piscina que convida desde manhã até à noite. Ficamos muito contentes, e esperamos regressar ao Retiro, onde fomos muito felizes. Aconselhamos vivamente, vão e aproveitem!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2021
Obrigada Sara pelas palavras simpáticas sobre o Recanto. Serão um estímulo para continuar a proporcionar um serviço de qualidade. Esperamos voltar a recebê-las em breve!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariana O.

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

Fim de semana

Nada a apontar. tudo muito limpo, casa linda, a localização perfeita, proprietária muito simpática. Recomendo a 100% Muito obrigada, para repetir
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2021
O grupo da Mariana é simpático e gentil. Respeitaram as regras do alojamento e deixaram a casa impecável. Serão sempre bem-vindos.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessé P.

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

Good

👍🏾
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carla B.

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

5 ⭐

Aconselho a estadia no Recanto, um espaço decorado com muito bom gosto. Ótimo para relaxar.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2020
Obrigada Carla pela sua simpatia. O Recanto fica aguardar uma nova visita.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo C.

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

Fantástico!

Passamos alguns dias maravilhosos no Recanto. A casa é linda e o espaço exterior fantástico. A Maria foi muito atenciosa e simpática, sempre disponível. A repetir certamente! Muito obrigado!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2020
Ricardo e sua família, revelaram-se uns hóspedes que valorizam todos os pormenores que são postos com delicadeza, ao serviço dos utentes d’O Recanto. Para além desta revelação que alegra sempre qualquer proprietário dedicado, deixaram a habitação impecável. Serão sempre bem recebidos.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nha M.

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

Relaxing vacation in this location

First, it was very easy to find the location. The host "catched* us on the road to the location and lead us directly to the house. The welcome was very warm with pastry and tee served to us. The house did not only meet, but exceeded our expectations. Very clean environment. The furnishing of the house is modern and very comfortable. The pool was exactly as shown on the pictures. Nice location with a private atmosphere and a nice view. The pool was very clean as well and thanks to the temperatures we were able to use it very often. The host did really care about our stay. They regularily checked whether everything is OK for us. They also gave us valuable hints about what to visit in the einvironment. The place itself is quiet on a hill. But there are old and nice towns not too far away and reachable by car. Thanks to the host for the nice stay they provided to us.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the kind comment. It is very important to know that we were able to provide a great stay. It was a pleasure to have you as guests.

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Hosted by Maria Oliveira

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