History of the Earth - Country House

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An outdoor patio with a round table and heart-shaped chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a view of a misty landscape.
A garden path with a wooden pergola and potted plants.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden furniture, a bookshelf, and a lamp.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, and various kitchen utensils and appliances.
A citrus orchard with trees bearing fruit during sunset.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Stay connected
    Top-rated reliable WiFi makes it easy to stay online.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Onsite parking available
  • Microwave
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Marco de Canaveses, Porto District
  • Place, Albufeira do Torrão
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, San Gonçalo Church
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Parque Aquático de Amarante
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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About the area

Marco de Canaveses

Located in Marco de Canaveses, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso Museum and Museu de Arte Sacra are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Parque Aquático de Amarante and Garden of Saint Bartholomew. Pao de Lo de Margaride and Magikland are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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Marco de Canaveses, Porto District

What's nearby

  • Albufeira do Torrão - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • San Gonçalo Church - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • San Gonçalo Bridge - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Solar dos Magalhães - 10 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Parque Aquático de Amarante - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Vila Meã Station - 18 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pena - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Paisagens de Amarante - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Café Faraó - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Albufeira - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taberna do Coelho - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Land Story - Country House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at History of the Earth - Country House?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at History of the Earth - Country House on 11 Jan 2027 start from AU$239, 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 Land Story - Country House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Land Story - Country House?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Land Story - Country House?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Land Story - Country House located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Albufeira do Torrão and within 6 miles (10 km) of Parque Florestal de Amarante and San Gonçalo Bridge. San Gonçalo Church and Mosteiro de São Gonçalo are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 21 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great springboard to other locations

Great living room and kitchen. Sunny patio. Great treasures near by
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2022
Hello! Thanks for your commentary! Hope your journey goes well. Just one tip for center of Portugal: go to Talasnal , Lousã. Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Source of tranquility

If you are looking for quite place in the middle of nature but not so far from the world, that your access to it could get lost than you are right at this wonderful house. It is tastefully arranged with original furniture and books to every thinkable subject (lucky you if you can read Portuguese) . One of the highlights is quite sure the inviting terrace with mountain view. But to spend too much time there is unnecessary because Jorge will give you a plenty of useful advices where to hike, what to see... I enjoyed my stay there very much.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2020
Hello Urte. Thank you very much for your kind and generous comment. It was a pleasure to have you to our house. I'm really glad you liked it. I hope that your trip through Portugal is going well and that time has helped you make the routes through nature that you love so much. If the holidays are over, I want to believe that Portugal will, in the near future, be back in its plans. Check back often. You will be very welcome. Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private cosy place in nature

My partner and I stayed here during low season in winter. We were a bit scared that it would be too cold inside the house but the host put two heaters and it was warm enough inside.We had access to a large garden on the property and were allowed to pick oranges, lemons and kiwis. The host was also very generous in letting us walk around the entire property. There are also two friendly dogs and two cute cats living there that often come to visit the guests and ask for a snack.The only downside we found is that some things on the property are a bit dirty and dusty, but we understand that we came during low season and were therefore not expecting the place to be in a pristine state.We worked from there and we can confirm that the Internet is fast and reliable (around 200 Mbps), so it is well-suited for remote work.The main nearby towns are Amarante and Marco de Canaveses. Amarante is very picturesque and has a long history. It's also known for a variety of pastries, one of which has a dubious name. M. d. Canaveses has a rather industrial look and is a bit ugly, but you can take the train to Porto from there and it will take you around one hour, costing ca. 10 for a return trip. We also loved Vila Real, which lies to the East and can be reached by car in around 35 minutes if you take the Marão tunnel. This tunnel had tolls but they were removed at the start of 2025.All in all a wonderful place to have a quiet vacation or workation in Northern Portugal.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Várzea da ovelha

La experiencia no fue agradable, había goteras en el salón ,algunas de las paredes de la habitación se le caía la pintura a trozos, el plato de la ducha no estaba en condiciones higiénicas , el grifo de la ducha demasiado pesado y no tenía barra para apoyarlo , la silicona de la ducha estaba negra de bacterias ,olor a moho, demasiados libros en la habitación que crean moho para las personas alérgicas es un problema, olor a viejo ,el anfitrión no hizo acto de presencia en ningún momento, tuvimos que andar buscándolo por la finca ,a la hora de la entrega de llaves que eran las 18:00 la estancia aún estaba sin limpiar, mala señalización para encontrar la localización, tuvimos que preguntar a los vecinos ,por ese motivo decidimos irnos antes del acordado en la reverva
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2025
Lamento mas a sua crítica é completamente despropositada. A casa foi lhe entregue, como a todos os hóspedes, acabada de ser limpa e higienizada. Quando entrou estava o nosso staff a acabar o trabalho. A casa não tem mofo nem tinta a cair…. Demasiados livros? Sim temos uma biblioteca à disposição, como temos quadros, discos, e vários objectos de arte. Entre eles tapeçarias. Gostamos de oferecer esta experiência. Por isso cuidamos de tudo. . As indicações para a casa estão no site. São claras e inequívocas.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So viel Entspannung

Sehr ruhig und einen tollen Ausblick.Tierfreundlich und Natur pur.Musik und sehr viele interessante Literatur zu vielen künstlerischen Themen.Außergewöhnlich ,dchön Wohnen.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2020
Muito obrigado pela simpatia. Foi um gosto receber-vos . Voltem sempre! E fiquem a salvo , nestes tempos tão difíceis. Jorge
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

UMA PROPRIEDADE COM PERSONALIDADE

A PROPRIEDADE PARECE SER UM REFLEXO DOS GOSTOS E REGISTOS QUE FORAM FICANDO DA VIDA DOS DONOS E FAMÍLIA, MUITOS LIVROS, MUITA MÚSICA, MUITA VIDA
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Limpeza muito mau

A minha experiência foi razoável ...
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Apartment in toller Natur mit schöner Aussicht

Es ist ein sehr persönliches Haus durch die Bücher, Bilder und Kunstgegenstände und auch die Sammlung mit den Jazz-Cd’s. Wir haben es genossen, hier Gast sein zu dürfen. Jorge ist sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Olá. Muito obrigado pelo simpático comentário! Foi óptimo recebê-los. Espero que a viagem por Portugal tenha sido gratificante. Voltem sempre. Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bom dia!

Die Gegend ist wunderschön und das Hau ist sehr gemütlich und ruhig gelegen. Sehr netter Vermieter mit tollen Empfehlungen für Ausflüge in der Region.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

sejour agréable

avec l'adresse communiquée, l'accès a été assez difficile. manque de confort pour poser nos affaires. Malgré tout le séjour nous a bien plu .
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Muy buenas fotos pero...

La casa llevaba sin limpiar... Años. Me parece bien que la idea sea una casa de campo, pero una casa de campo en la que los huéspedes tienen que pasarse limpiando una hora solo la habitación para poder dormir no es para mi
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Em três anos de presença nesta e noutras plataformas, e com centenas de clientes já alojados é a primeira vez que alguém nos crítica a limpeza da casa. Bastará ler os comentários dos outros hóspedes para perceber que algo de verdadeiramente extraordinário deverá ter sucedido! Lamentamos que tenha sido consigo. Aliás, lamentamos várias coisas, como o entroncamento da fechadura da casa de banho, ou o estado em que deixou o quarto e a cozinha. Como sabe, comunicamos ao site essas ocorrências. Talvez seja essa a razão do seu comentário.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruhige Lage, viel Natur

Das Landhaus mit riesigem Garten ist so wie beschrieben, in einer sehr ruhigen Gegend, so wie wir es uns vorgestellt haben. Jorge war sehr hilfsbereit, hat uns in sehr gutem Englisch mit nützlichen Infos und Tipps über die Gegend und gesamt Portugal versorgt. Auf dem Gelände waren auch zwei verschmuste Katzen die uns hin und wieder besucht haben.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing and tranquil farm stay

Ideally located accommodation to explore the beautiful North and its hidden gems. We were welcomed by Jorge, our wonderful, kind and knowledgeable host who gave us useful tips of what to see in the area. The accommodation is very spacious and had everything we needed to feel comfortable. Quiet area with stunning views from the terrace.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mooi huisje met goed uitgeruste keuken

Gelijkvloers met groot terras, prachtig zicht op de vallei. De eigenaar is super sympathiek en spreekt goed Engels en Frans. Hij is altijd bereid te helpen. Geeft interessante info over wat te doen in de omgeving. Het prachtige stadje Amarante ligt op een 10tal kilometer en daar is altijd wat te doen. Het huis is gelegen op een groot terrein waar je gerust kan rondwandelen. De bedjes mochten wel iets breder maar de matrassen waren goed. Dank je Jorge voor dit leuke verblijf.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ideal for a holiday away from the crowds. Beautiful location and a friendly helpful owner.

We spent a very enjoyable week here. The accommodation is well-equpped and homely. Jorge, our host, lives in the adjacent property. He was very welcoming and helpful, but otherwise left us to enjoy our holiday. We particularly valued Jorge's advice about the best places to visit, restaurants and local amenities. The area is attractive without being "touristy". The property has some great views and a lovely garden. It is within easy driving distance of interesting historical centres in the Douro region including Vila Real, Mateus Palace, Guimaraes, Braga and Lamego. The attractive local town, Amarante, has good shopping and restaurants. We were fortunate to be there for the annual St John festival which was great fun. Ideas for improvement: an information pack for the local area would have been helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Hello John Many thanks for the nice comment. It was a pleasure to receive your visit and to enjoy your kindness. Thankfully they appreciated Portugal and its cities, landscape and people. I hope they return. Jorge
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Place

Great - Jorge was very kind, friendly and helpful. Only problem very cold and wet weather - unusual for here - wettest in 60 years!!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Romantisch

Geweldig gelegen romantisch vakantie verblijf, flink beetje alternatief. Badkamer en slaapkamer schoon en netjes de rest een tikje smoezelig. Fantastische eigenaar, die veel tips heeft en wie niets teveel is.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Situation extrèmement agréable

Jorge e été un hôte en tous points parfait : très agréable, de bons conseils pour choisir nos lieux de visite. La maison est bien équipée et très plaisante, la ville d'Amarante fort jolie. Logement parfaitement situé pour ressentir le "vrai Portugal"
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Bonjour. merci pour la sympathie. J'espère que votre visite au Portugal s'est bien passée et que vous encourage à revenir. A bientôt! Jorge
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Area To Stay

Only here three nights, but had a wonderful time. Jorge had a lot of knowledge on the area and his directions were spot on. Would recommend it highly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Great farmstay!

Jorge was a good host and very helpful for touring the area. Everything was provided and he has a fantastic music collection. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Welcome!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lugar tranquilo y agradable

Jorge nos ayudó a encontrar el lugar, porque a través de Homeaway no aparecía la ubicación exacta. Muy amable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
Gracias Beatriz! Espero que el viaje al Duero te agrade. ¡felices vacaciones!
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