Praia de Lavadores, Vila Nova de Gaia,, Porto District
Lavadores Beach
Place, Lavadores Beach
5 min walk
Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary
Place, Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary
8 min walk
Porto Historic Center
Place, Porto Historic Center
8 min drive
Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE
Rural Tourism House, located in Quinta das Camélias., Have two accommodation units, where you can enjoy the best that the countryside and the beach has to offer. In the property of 1 ha, they have an agricultural area and a garden area, as well as a horse riding center ......................... .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. .................................................. ......
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 8747732
Frequently asked questions
Does Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE on 29 Apr 2026 start from AU$176, 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 Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rural Tourism House, COURTYARD HOUSE located?
This family-friendly Vila Nova de Gaia cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Lavadores Beach and Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary. Porto Botanical Garden and Arrabida Shopping are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed our time here. The place was very clean and the property was lovely. The host was very welcoming and he made us feel at home. We would highly recommend this place to stay. It is about a 20 min Uber ride from the historical area of Porto.
Tammy A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 May 2025
Tammy & Carlos
Wonderful couple, very friendly and attentive, they left the house impeccable, following the house rules.
It was a great pleasure to meet them, come back soon!
This quaint property is very close to the ocean and all that Villa Gaia offers. The owner lives onsite and was easy to contact via app. We enjoyed our stay and will visit again when in the area.
Richard R R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Mar 2024
Dear Richard,
I hope you find the house you are looking to buy near Lisbon.
It was a pleasure to have you as guests.
Thank you very much
Kind regards
Joaquim
Joaquim is a very gracious host. He is very friendly and knowledgable about the area. His property is beautiful and very peaceful. We hightly recommend that you stay here.
What an amazing little couples retreat, had a fabulous time in the pool and private garden. Own entrance in and out of property. Beautiful surroundings and lots to do. Clean, tidy and well presented property, will definitely be back. Local amenities good and bus straight to Porto City, good travel connections via metro.
Just perfect for my stay. With a warm welcome from Joaquim, i took a moment to take in the tranquil setting in a beautiful garden and the perfect apartment with everything I could possibly need. The location is 10/10, a few minutes to the beach and restaurants and a short taxi ride to fabulous Porto. Joaquim is so kind and helpful and i couldn't recommend a stay here highly enough. If it's available snap it up!
Liz C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2025
Liz
Very friendly and calm, she was a wonderful guest, she will always be welcome!
All the best
We were greeted warmly by Joaquim. He explained everything in our apartment and around the property. We’ve stayed in many properties and Joaquim was the best ever introduction. The property had everything we needed and all was very clean and in good condition. The property was in a great location and was ideally placed for visiting Porto and Douro valley, Aveiro and Braga. We had a wonderful time.
Wir haben den Aufenthalt bei Joaquim sehr genossen. Seine Gastfeundlichkeit war außerordentlich. So kamen wir in den Genuß, eine Kostprobe seines eigenen Portweins und seines Olivenöls zu bekommen. Er war immer ansprechbar und hat uns tolle Tipps gegeben. Joaquim, du bist einfach super! Wir wußten, dass das Apartment recht klein ist, aber dafür hatten wir einen großartigen Außenbereich zur eigenen Verfügung.
Christine H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2023
Liebe Christine und Aidi,
Es war uns eine große Freude, Sie als Gäste zu haben. Ihr großes Mitgefühl ist sehr beunruhigend.
Vielen Dank, kommen Sie oft wieder!
Joaquim
Wir hatten einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in der Ferien Wohnung von Joaquim. Das Anwesen ist sehr schön und Großräumig angelegt. Die Ferien Wohnung für 2 Personen hat alles was man für einen Urlaub braucht. Joaquim ist ein freundlicher offener Mensch. Er spricht fließend englisch und ist zudem hilfsbereit. Er hat uns die Weinberge 1,5 Stunden entfernt empfohlen und wir waren begeistert.
Die Lage der Wohnung ist sehr gut. Zu Fuß sind es 5 min zum Meer und 8 min zum nächsten Strand.
In der Nähe gibt es viele Cocktail bars und Restaurants.
Nach Porto mit dem Uber sind es 15 nun und kostet etwa 7 Euro.
Leider konnten wir nicht reiten, aber das klappt bestimmt beim nächsten mal.
Die Lage ist sehr gut, sowohl für Ausflüge nach Porto wie auch zum Atlantik-Strand und zum Ufer des Douro. Parkplatz safe auf dem Grundstück, kleines Gärtchen mit charmanter Sitzecke.
Das Appartement ist leider sehr klein, mit heruntergeklapptem Schrank-Bett bleibt kaum Bewegungsraum.
Die Begrüßung und Betreuung waren sehr nett und entgegenkommend (Joaquim hat bis spät abends gewartet, weil unser Flieger Verspätung hatte). Der Begrüßungs-Portwein war exzellent!
Wolf-Peter K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2022
guten Abend,
Danke für deinen Kommentar.
Offensichtlich ist das von ihnen gemietete Haus ein Studio mit 45 m2, ohne Zweifel, dass das Haus der veröffentlichten Anzeige entspricht.
Wir haben jedoch 2 geräumigere Häuser, in denen wir Sie bei Ihrem nächsten Aufenthalt gerne begrüßen würden.
Schöne Grüße
Joaquim
Propriedade muito bonita e bem tratada recomendo vivamente em relação ao proprietário sr Joaquim só posso agradecer a atenção demonstrada vou voltar de certeza obrigado.
Accueil et hôte agréable, mis à disposition plan de la ville avec des conseils sur des sites à visiter.
Hôte se tient à disposition si besoin.
Nous recommandons cette location.
We were lucky to find such a wonderful property and owner. The beach is only a couple blocks away, as are multiple restaurants and a grocery store. The host knew all about the area and the history, and was very helpful. We'll be back.
Merci à Joachim et sa famille pour ce beau séjour à Porto. Nous y avons passé une très agréable moment, et nous retenons surtout la qualité de l'accueil de nos hôtes !
Pauline S.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2022
Pauline et Louis,
Merci beaucoup pour votre commentaire.
Vous été une couple merveilleux !
Je vous souhaite bonne chance pour votre famille !
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lea d.
8 Oct 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
goede lokatie voor strand
Een kleine accomodatie, maar wel goed te doen. Er zijn wel veel blaffende honden in de omving, dat is snachts wel jammer.
Lea d.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2021
Dear Lea,
Thank you very much for your comment, obviously that as they were accompanied with 2 dogs, they barked and provoked the barking of other dogs neighboring Quinta das Camelias.
I'm sorry but during the stay they were treated very much by me and they never showed me any inconvenience.
greetings
Joaquim
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dominik
5 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great place, very homely atmosphere with Joaquim being a perfect host. Close to the beach, could hear the ocean at night which was lovely. Accommodation had everything that we needed for our stay, well equipped kitchen and barbecue outside. Very quiet area but close to seafront cafes and restaurants. Short ride to centre of Porto and Afurada fishing village serving delicious seafood. Would definitely recommend, we have enjoyed every minute of being there. Excellent stay!!!!
Propriétaire accueillant il fait tout pour que vous soyez satisfait. Situation pour visiter porto et ses environs extra et à 200 m de la plage pour d excellentes balles ou randonnées.Je conseille cette location.
Bruno C.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2021
Bruno,
Merci beaucoup pour
Votre appréciation de votre séjour, il est très importante pour moi.
Couple merveilleux et délicat, toujours très chaleureux.
Merci
We enjoyed the time very much. Joaquim ist a very nice host and helpful with everything.
The small flat has everything you need and is very clean and cozy. Outdoor area is beautiful with a small pool, BBQ and a hammock.
The beach is close (5 min walk) but it was a little bit too cold and windy.
We would definitely come back. Thank you Joaquim, also for your tips and recommendations.