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Countryside house with garden and natural pool.
Holiday home in Povoa de Lanhoso with private pool and kitchen
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9.6 out of 10
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 370 sq m
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- Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Countryside house with garden and natural pool.
Introduction:
The house is located in the center of the north of Portugal, in a quiet and calm place, surrounded by a rural environment. It is situated in the municipality of Póvoa de Lanhoso, just a few kilometers away from the cities of Braga and Guimarães and the Natural Park of Peneda-Gerês.
The property is composed of a 200 years old countryside house in granite stone completely renovated and a garden provided of a natural pool. It is closed, completely fenced and intended for the exclusive use of guests.
The house:
In the exterior, the house keeps intact all the characteristics of origin.
On the interior the house was completely renovated in 2017.
The house layout consists of 1 living room with kitchen and dinning space on the top floor and 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom on the lower floor. Perfect for a family of 3 persons: 2 sleeping in the bedroom and it is possible to accommodate 1 extra person in a sofa. It is possible to provide the house with bed and chair for baby.
The living room is composed of living area with sofa, radio and tv; kitchen area with sink, stove, refrigerator, microwave, oven, dish washer, coffee machine, dishes, glasses, pots and cutlery; and dinning area with table and chairs. Kitchen and table linen are included.
The bedroom is composed of bed for 2 persons, bedside tables, wardrobe closet and sofa. Bed linen are included.
The bathroom is composed of washbasin, toilet, bidet and shower. Bath linen and hand soap are included.
The house has free wi-fi.
Pets are allowed. Smoking is not allowed inside the house.
The house is private and for the exclusive use of the guests. The owner never goes inside the house, except for the weekly cleaning and change of bath and room clothes, included in the service, and with the prior authorization of the guests.
The garden:
The exterior area is composed of garden with fruit trees, olive trees, flowers and bushes, several outdoor patios with table, chairs, umbrellas, barbecue, private parking and access to the pool.
The garden is private and for the exclusive use of the guests. Every day, usually in the morning, the owner visits the garden for cleaning and gardening.
The natural pool:
The pool area is composed of swimming tank, plants tank, deck with deck chairs and umbrellas, and shower.
The pool is completely natural, pretending to recreate a small stream of natural water. There is no use of chemical products and the quality of the water is achieved by the effect of aquatic plants and spring water running day and night.
The pool is private and for the exclusive use of the guests. Every day, usually in the morning, the owner visits the pool for cleaning.
Proximity:
The nearest village is Póvoa de Lanhoso (2 km) where you can find restaurants, cafes, supermaket, banks, post office, hospital, pharmacy and outdoor market every thursday morning.
The house is close to the Peneda-Gerês Natural Park (15 km), nearby cities such as Braga (12 km), Guimarães (18 km) and Porto (70 km) and near the sea/beach of Esposende (50 km).
The month of August is traditionally a month of many popular and religious festivals in the north of Portugal. Public ceremony processions, music and fireworks are usual.
The house is located in the center of the north of Portugal, in a quiet and calm place, surrounded by a rural environment. It is situated in the municipality of Póvoa de Lanhoso, just a few kilometers away from the cities of Braga and Guimarães and the Natural Park of Peneda-Gerês.
The property is composed of a 200 years old countryside house in granite stone completely renovated and a garden provided of a natural pool. It is closed, completely fenced and intended for the exclusive use of guests.
The house:
In the exterior, the house keeps intact all the characteristics of origin.
On the interior the house was completely renovated in 2017.
The house layout consists of 1 living room with kitchen and dinning space on the top floor and 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom on the lower floor. Perfect for a family of 3 persons: 2 sleeping in the bedroom and it is possible to accommodate 1 extra person in a sofa. It is possible to provide the house with bed and chair for baby.
The living room is composed of living area with sofa, radio and tv; kitchen area with sink, stove, refrigerator, microwave, oven, dish washer, coffee machine, dishes, glasses, pots and cutlery; and dinning area with table and chairs. Kitchen and table linen are included.
The bedroom is composed of bed for 2 persons, bedside tables, wardrobe closet and sofa. Bed linen are included.
The bathroom is composed of washbasin, toilet, bidet and shower. Bath linen and hand soap are included.
The house has free wi-fi.
Pets are allowed. Smoking is not allowed inside the house.
The house is private and for the exclusive use of the guests. The owner never goes inside the house, except for the weekly cleaning and change of bath and room clothes, included in the service, and with the prior authorization of the guests.
The garden:
The exterior area is composed of garden with fruit trees, olive trees, flowers and bushes, several outdoor patios with table, chairs, umbrellas, barbecue, private parking and access to the pool.
The garden is private and for the exclusive use of the guests. Every day, usually in the morning, the owner visits the garden for cleaning and gardening.
The natural pool:
The pool area is composed of swimming tank, plants tank, deck with deck chairs and umbrellas, and shower.
The pool is completely natural, pretending to recreate a small stream of natural water. There is no use of chemical products and the quality of the water is achieved by the effect of aquatic plants and spring water running day and night.
The pool is private and for the exclusive use of the guests. Every day, usually in the morning, the owner visits the pool for cleaning.
Proximity:
The nearest village is Póvoa de Lanhoso (2 km) where you can find restaurants, cafes, supermaket, banks, post office, hospital, pharmacy and outdoor market every thursday morning.
The house is close to the Peneda-Gerês Natural Park (15 km), nearby cities such as Braga (12 km), Guimarães (18 km) and Porto (70 km) and near the sea/beach of Esposende (50 km).
The month of August is traditionally a month of many popular and religious festivals in the north of Portugal. Public ceremony processions, music and fireworks are usual.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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Check in after 3:00 PM
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Children
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Events
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Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Allowed in the garden and exterior patio.
Important information
You need to know
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 45698/AL
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Povoa de Lanhoso
Located in Povoa de Lanhoso, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Penha and Parque da Ponte, while Centro Internacional das Artes Jose Guimaraes and Museu de Alberto Sampaio are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Estadio D. Alfonso Henriques or Guimarães Sports Pavilion. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking nearby.

Póvoa de Lanhoso, Braga
What's nearby
- Citania de Briteiros - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
- Bom Jesus do Monte - 21 min drive - 15.6 km
- Sameiro Sanctuary - 21 min drive - 15.6 km
- Minho University - 23 min drive - 20.7 km
- Braga Cathedral - 28 min drive - 20.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cristo Rei - 4 min drive
- Maria Da Fonte - 5 min drive
- Cervejaria Fura - 4 min drive
- Pastelaria Toze - 4 min drive
- Doce Fino - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Fernando Luís Fernandes
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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