Independent and comfortable house. Ideal for families. With 2 floors, 3 bedrooms (2 with a double bed and 1 with 4 single beds), 2 bathrooms, kitchen and dining room. Fully equipped kitchen. Panoramic balcony. Close to shops, supermarket, restaurants, bars, pharmacy, tourist office, tourist attractions, etc. A 3-minute walk from the Port Wine Cellars. 5 minutes, on foot, from the center of Porto. 2 minutes walk from the metro. A 3-minute walk from the riverside (tourist area of the city). 10 minutes by car to the beach. Located in a quiet residential area. Everything you need, you will find here...
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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Property Registration Number 23092/AL
Property # 10904414
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Seniors-only community.
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
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
Vila Nova de Gaia
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Santa Marinha, a neighbourhood in Vila Nova de Gaia. Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Historic Center are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Port of Leixões Cruise Terminal. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Rosa Mota Pavilion or Crystal Palace Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 37 min drive
Restaurants
Caves Cálem - 8 min walk
Uva By Calem - 5 min walk
Taberninha do Manel - 7 min walk
Esplanada do Teleférico - 6 min walk
Barris do Douro - 7 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is House - Historic Center pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at House - Historic Center?
As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at House - Historic Center on 16 Nov 2026 start from AU$574, 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.
How much is parking at House - Historic Center?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at House - Historic Center?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at House - Historic Center?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is House - Historic Center located?
Located in Santa Marinha, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Jardim do Morro Park, Dom Luis I Bridge and Porto Historic Center. Ribeira Square and Porto Cathedral are also within 15 minutes. General Torres Station is only a 5-minute walk and Jardim do Morro Station is 5 minutes.
Reviews
8.4
Very good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Our stay was lovely! We enjoyed the place and location, but what we appreciated the most was the communication with the host. Paul was there to welcome us, and in a very kind and pleasant manner, he made us feel at home. I would definitely return House Historic Center.
It's very close to the metro station, and walkable to the Douro River, which suited me perfectly.
The area is quirky, and the photos were accurate.
The condition of the interior is consistent with a terrace house of that age.
I enjoyed it, and would consider staying there again.
The house is very well situated for a visit to Porto. The Metro and the river are only a short distance away. A cafè for breakfast, a supermarket and restaurants are in walking distance. Maria and her husband were very helpful concerning questions.
We stayed in Gaia for easy access flying in and out of Porto (9/16 - 9/18 and 9/24-9/25). Everything was very good with the property except on the first visit, we could not find plates for meals. We did find plates when we came back through. We will look forward to staying in this convenient and comfortable space on our next visit. The hosts were very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
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We arrived later than we wanted, in the dark due to difficulty securing a ride from the train station. We had to wait awhile for our host which seemed longer and we were anxious. The apartment was clean and cute in a great location. But like another visitor, we disliked the bedding and towels. No duvet, scratchy blankets, floor quality towels. A small thing that can be fixed. Then it would be perfect!
A pleasant apartment with two lovely double rooms and a shower room on the ground floor. The upstairs room had three beds, a balcony and a shower room which unfortunately has a leak causing the smell from the drain or vent pipe to be noticable in the shower room. We rarely used this shower room so it wasn't a big problem. Otherwise, the apartment is in a great location.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023
Verified review
8/10 Good
Daniel L.
29 Jan 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Location, location
Location was perfect for us in Gaia, close to port producers and within walking distance to old city of Porto. The place accommodated up to seven people but there was no living room to relax after a long day of walking. Only kitchen table and chairs. Host was very nice, made recommendations for places to eat. Parking was on the street for free. The bathroom had no fan or windows and made the place very humid after a shower. The kitchen was fully equipped with odds and ends pots, dishes and glasses.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Ann G.
19 Mar 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Wasn’t what I expected
The GPS was taking me up roads that were too narrow for streets so the owner came and showed me a different way. Both owners r very pleasant. The ad said parking it was only street parking and nothing was available for several streets away. The downstairs is lovely up stairs is 4 camp bed not appropriate for an adult The bed linens were questionable and towels were old and had holes. The location was perfect it just needs a little extra attention
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Sophie L.
18 Aug 2026
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Décalage entre l'impression donnée par les photos: logement modeste, simple, mais propre et chaleureux,et la réalité : ménage très très approximatif, mobilier différent...Pas d'éléments de confort.Vaisselle incomplète, hétéroclite, à nettoyer avant usage et électro ménager hors d'âge.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review
6/10 Okay
ADELINE V.
12 Aug 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Nous avions réservé la maison pour une dizaine de nuits avec dans l’idée de profiter de Porto et de visiter les alentours. Nous sommes une famille de 5 personnes (dont 2 jeunes enfants), j’ai été déçue en arrivant surtout de l’état de la cuisine : vétuste, sale et mal équipée, pas vraiment dans l’état visible sur les photos.Le linge de lit était défraîchi.Les lits une personne ne correspondaient pas à ceux sur les photos.La propreté dans les salle de bain n’était pas au RDV non plus.Seul point positif : l’emplacement, on peut se rendre à Porto à pied, et le soir c’est très sympa de pouvoir descendre sur les rives du Douro.
Tout était parfait. Les hôtes ont été d’une très grande gentillesse. Ils ont gardé nos valises parce que nous sommes arrivés plus tôt. Nos valises étaient dans le logement à notre arrivé.
Hote tres accueillant et reactif en cas de souci. Disposition de lappartement ideal pour couples et enfants avec 2 chambres et un dortoir de 4 lits. Idealement placé pour visiter Porto à pied ou en transport en commun.
Die Wohnung liegt sehr zentral zur Ponte Luis. Man ist zu Fuß sehr schnell in der Altstadt und hat auch alle Portweinkellereien in der Nähe. Der Check-In klappt wunderbar mit einem Schlüsselsafe. Leider lässt die Sauberkeit (speziell Geschirr / Küche) sehr zu wünschen übrig. Wer einen Supermarkt sucht - ein großer und sehr gut sortierter Lidl ist in Laufweite in südlicher Richtung.
Casa acogedora, estuve cuatro noches con amigos y estuvo todo bien. La ubicación tambien esta bien ya que esta cerca del Puente don luis, a unos 10 mins andando.
El propietario muy agradable.
Logement complet, bien situé et tranquille. Nous avons apprécié notre sejour de 4 jours. Facile pour la communication avec les proprios ainsi que pour le chekc in et check out
Petite maison bien située, propre, petite odeur nauséabonde qui s’échappe de la salle de bain mais en même temps pour le peu de temps qu’on y passe..propriétaire très arrangeant…nickel pour 4j