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Casa de Santa Catarina

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, a lamp, a potted plant, and framed pictures on the wall.
A modern building with a glass entrance and a stone wall.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a small table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.
A poolside area with wooden lounge chairs and a table, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A garden with a variety of trees, including a large tree with autumn leaves, a coniferous tree, and a palm tree. There is a stone wall and a paved area in the foreground.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Abação (São Tomé), Guimarães
  • Place, Penha
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Guimaraes Shopping Mall
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Guimaraes Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Casa de Santa Catarina

The house is located in northern Portugal, 4 km from the city of Guimarães, on a hill within a private green park covering approximately 50,000 m², enclosed by a wall and an electric gate.

The house and its green park are private and protected by a wall, offering complete security and seclusion. Here you can spend time by the pool, relax, go for a run in the private park, play tennis, and go for nature walks, enjoying the trees and birds in complete privacy.

The house is located 45 km from the beach via the highway.

The property
The house is located in northern Portugal, 4 km from the city of Guimarães, on a mountain, within a private green park covering approximately 50,000 m², enclosed by a wall and an electric gate.

The house and its green park are private, protected by a wall, offering total security and seclusion. Here you can spend time by the pool, relax, go for a run in the private park, play tennis, and go for nature walks, enjoying the trees and birds in complete privacy.

The house is located 45 km from the beach via the highway.

Guest access
The house is located in northern Portugal, 4 km from the city of Guimarães, on a mountain, within a private green park covering approximately 50,000 m², enclosed by a wall and an electric gate.

The house and its green park are private and protected by a wall, offering complete security and seclusion. Here, you can spend time by the pool, relax, go for a run in the private park, play tennis, and go for nature walks while enjoying the trees and birds in total privacy.

The house is located 45 km from the beach via the highway.

Other things to keep in mind
Minimum stay of 3 nights.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 001927/AL
Property # 10854359
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 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

Guimarães

Located in Guimarães, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Penha and Parque das Termas de Vizela, while Museu de Arte Primitiva Moderna and Museu de Alberto Sampaio are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Centro Cultural Vila Flor and Casa dos Lobo Machado.
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Map
Abação (São Tomé), Guimarães

What's nearby

  • Penha - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Guimaraes Shopping Mall - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolacao e Santos Passos - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Largo da Oliveira - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Guimaraes Castle - 11 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Guimarães Station - 6 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pavico - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Taberna Muralha - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pausa Restaurante - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hotel da Penha - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa de Santa Catarina have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Casa de Santa Catarina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa de Santa Catarina?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa de Santa Catarina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa de Santa Catarina?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa de Santa Catarina located?

This family-friendly Guimarães holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Capela de São Bento das Peras, Centro Cultural Vila Flor and Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Consolacao e Santos Passos. Igreja de São Gualter and Igreja de Sao Francisco are also within 3 miles (5 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 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good stay

We had a good time
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with wonderful host. Spacious property, air con in most room. Very comfortable. Perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super holiday

A lovely house in large, mature grounds.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super host Antonio Super location

Antonio was a super host - great welcome. Super location in wonderful gardens with a great pool. Fabulous location for the lovely Guimaraes and so many things to see and do in the locality. Check out the Cantina CAAA vegetarian restaurant in Guimaraes!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Business & Vacation

House, pool and service are awesome. Antonio is always at your service!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent house with beautiful large pool and tennis courts. Photos don’t do it justice. Well equipped kitchen and two lounges, one with pool table. Excellent space for our group of two families to stay and Antonio couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating for check in, check out and sorting tennis rackets. Great outdoor space and seating with two large umbrellas and area for bbq with large wooden table under tree cover. Pool was excellent and cleaned every day. Air conditioning or fans in every room. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Séjour extraordinaire.La maison est tout simplement somptueuse.Les pièces sont vastes, décorées avec goût. On a eu l’impression de se balader dans un vrai musée, entre les photographies des moments de vie du propriétaire, des peintures et des meubles originaux, bruts, d’antan.La maison comporte toutes les commoditéspour passer un séjour confortable (mmachineà laver, ttable et ferà repasser, cuisine équipée, appareil à toasta mixta !)Énorme point positif du côté de l’extérieur également. À disposition : un barbecue, une grande piscine très profonde, ainsi qu’un terrain de tennis ! Le sol est un peu abîmé, mais il reste praticable.La maison se trouve dans un écrin de forêt, au sommet d’un petit mont, reculée des habitations environnantes, tout en étant à proximité des points d’intérêt de la ville (café et boucherie à 3 min, Guimarães Shopping à 10 min, la foire de Guimarães à 5 min, autoroute à 5 min).Le propriétaire des lieux s’est montré particulièrement disponible, agréable et serviable durant notre séjour.Nous reviendrons sûrement ! Merci pour l’accueil.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2026
Pessoas fantásticas que teria muito gosto em voltar a receber Cumprimentos a todos
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison vieillissante qui mériterait un petit coup de rafraîchissement, mais qui reste magnifique! Perchée en hauteur, c'est un véritable havre de paix et elle reste pour autant proche des commerces (10min). Elle possède de grands espaces, chacun y trouve sa place. Antonio est toujours prêt à rendre service.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Grande maison agréable

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cette maison immense. Antonio est un propriétaire à l'écoute et très agréable Petit bémol sur l'accessibilité de la maison, une montée de 500 m est à faire donc obligé de prendre la voiture pour aller chercher du pain ( qui est pourtant à côté)
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Spacious family home

The home was very spacious with a lovely swimming pool and tennis court. The property needs some maintenance. Antonio was extremely helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by António

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English, French, Spanish, Portuguese

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