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This stylish home offers the best of both worlds – the ocean's on your doorstep, and the lively city of Porto is just a thirty-minute bus journey away. Spend mornings laying horizontal at Matosinhos Beach and afternoons taking in the historic sights that make up this sunny corner of Portugal. The coastal abode is composed of two independent apartments, ideal for groups who value their privacy. Come together at mealtimes in the spacious garden and savour fresh grub cooked up in one of the two high-spec kitchens. High ceilings, modern furnishings and a calming colour palette characterise the home, juxtaposing with the traditional tiled facade. Make sure you sample the restaurant scene in the area during your stay. Seafood is the speciality here, and you can enjoy your mussels or cod knowing they've been freshly plucked from the sea earlier that same day. There are plenty of shops and supermarkets nearby, too, if you prefer to do the cooking yourself.
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What to expect
Highlights
Lay on the sand at Praia de Matosinhos, only a six-minute walk away
Spend mealtimes in the sunny private garden
Curl up with a book in the stylish mezzanine space
Stay in a typical tiled building on Porto's coastline
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Home truths
This home is made up of two separate apartments which accommodate four guests each
Your host can provide two free cots for little ones on request
Bedding and towels are changed once per week
At full occupancy, two guests will be sleeping on the sofa bed in the living area
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Air conditioning
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Patio / terrace
TV
Dishwasher
Bedrooms & bathrooms
3 bedrooms, 5 beds
2 bathrooms
Extras
VIP services
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Additional fees
Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including airport transfers, parking spaces, grocery deliveries, tours and experiences, housekeeping, laundry, and luggage storage for an additional fee
If you're travelling with little ones, your host can arrange babysitting services from €20 per hour
Your host can provide several catering options, from welcome buffets (€15 per person) and breakfast deliveries (€10 per person), to homemade lunches and dinners (€23 per person), picnic baskets (€11 per person), and lunch boxes (€5.50 per person)
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Foz do Douro
Once a hub for fishing and commerce, Foz do Douro is now an upmarket neighbourhood that sits at the meeting point of the Douro river and the ocean. It’s considered the most affluent area of Porto, and many of its residents are professionals who commute into the city. It’s also popular with more elderly residents looking for peace and quiet. The seafront is dominated by wide esplanades, and bars and restaurants...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts
Step back in time at Casa do infante
This castle is called Castelo do Queijo due to the fact that its built on a rock with a cheese shape. Seeing is believing.
Explore the expansive green oasis
The city park is brimming with exciting trails to explore, perfect picnic spots and glistening lakes, it even extends to the sea.
Celebrate in style at Cafeina Restaurant
A Portuguese fusion restaurant, this sophisticated space is perfect for celebrating a special event
Fine dining on the beach at Bova Nova
The most beautiful restaurant along the coast, it offers guests the opportunity to enjoy food worthy of two Michelin stars whilst, gazing out over the ocean.
Admire the Farolim de Felgueiras
Watch as waves ravage this photogenic lighthouse, the ocean dances aggressively beside it so be sure to keep a safe distance on a windy day
Stroll through Jardim de passeio alegre
Awash with palm trees and petals and set bedside the river, it is hard to find a garden quite as romantic as this one
Catch a concert at Casa da Música
Designed by the distinguished Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, Casa da Música is one of the newer iconic buildings in Porto and well worth a visit.
Tantalise the tastebuds at Pedro Lemos
Pedro Lemos is a promising young chef who has already been awarded two Michelin stars for the unique Portuguese cuisine served at his seaside restaurant
Go to an exhibition at Casa das Artes
Designed by Eduardo Souto Moura, the House of the Arts is a gallery, auditorium and cinema, surrounded by the beautiful gardens of a private mansion.
Eat italian at Casa D'Oro
This restaurant once housed the technical office for the Arrabida bridge. It was transformed into a restaurant after completion due to its magnificent setting
Visit the Museu do Carro Eléctrico
Great for all the family, here you can discover the evolution of the historic Porto tram and its impact on the city over the years.
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No parties or events
No pets
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 15:00
Departure before 11:00
Air con
No wifi
Cancellation policy
Up until
14
days
Cancel at least 14 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 14 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Rui
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Rui and the team manage a portfolio of stunning homes in Porto, Matosinhos and Vila Nova de Gaia. They're a group of seasoned professionals devoted to making sure you get the most out of your stay with customised services and experiences.
Registration or licence number: 127659/AL.
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