History & Hedonism
4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathroom
+1 extra toilet
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Nestled within mature gardens and surrounded by hilly countryside, this Portuguese pad is both stylish and secluded. Located between the historic fortified town of Caminha and the golden sands of Vila Praia de Ancora – just 10 minutes away – this captivating casa offers access to a wealth of stunning natural landscapes, Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque architecture and sensational local food and wine. We don’t know about you, but that sounds like heaven to us. You’ll love taking your morning coffee at the breakfast bar in the open-plan living area before stepping out into the garden. Bagsy one of the loungers and get stuck into your holiday read while topping up your tan on the poolside patio. You’ll be treated to countryside and even sea views from here. Feel revived with a refreshing dip in your private, outdoor pool before sauntering over to the barbecue area. Gorge on Portuguese eats while sat around the wooden dining table on the covered terrace. If you fancy amping up the luxe factor, why not indulge in an at-home massage? Believe it or not, you’ll also be able to enjoy the services of a beautician and a private chef. Alternatively, if you can bring yourselves to... part with such privacy, you’ll be able to try your hand at wine and olive oil tasting, horse riding, golf, and a variety of water sports.
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What to expect
Highlights
Explore the surrounding countryside and the fortified border town of Caminha with its sensational beaches
Cool off with a reviving dip in the outdoor pool surrounded by lush greenery
Laze on loungers beside the pool and top up your tan while enjoying countryside and even sea views
Drink or dine alfresco on the covered poolside terrace
Kick back and relax in the light-filled living room courtesy of floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
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Home truths
You'll have your own private entrance here
This is a single-level home and is suitable for those with reduced mobility
The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times
You'll need to bring your own toiletries with you to use during your stay
Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, the dining table doubles up as a laptop-friendly workspace
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Private pool
Garden
Kitchen
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 3 beds
1 bathrooms, 1 additional toilet
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Airport pick up
Arrange a chef
Baby sitting
Daily cleaning
Fridge fills
Laundry and dry cleaning
Massage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Additional fees
Your host can help arrange a variety of extra services during your stay, including massages and beauty treatments, wine tours and olive oil tastings, laundry and dry cleaning, fridge fills and grocery deliveries, restaurant reservations, private chefs, personal trainers, yoga and Pilates classes, horseback riding tours, canyoning, kiteboarding, surfing, windsurfing, stand up paddle sunrise and sunset tours, wakeboarding, golfing and trekking as well as airport transfers, and car hire
If you’re travelling with children, your host can organise babysitting services – alternatively, a live-in nanny can be arranged
There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.
Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About Viana do Castelo
Viana do Castelo, poised at the mouth of the Lima River in northern Portugal, is a town where the beauty of the Minho landscape meets the charm of historic architecture. It's renowned for its rich maritime history, celebrated in the ornate Manueline-style buildings and the Gil Eannes hospital ship, now a museum that anchors the town's deep connection with the sea. The heart of Viana beats around the Praça da República,...
Get around
Train station
Moledo do Minho
14 min
Train station
Senhora da Agonia
33 min
Train station
Caminha
49 min
Bus stop
Moledo do Minho
14 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Oliver
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Nearly twenty years ago, Oliver and his friend began curating the world's most unique and rustic getaways. Driven by their own unforgettable experience at a chateau, they have grown remarkably since then. Much like Plum, they believe in hand-picked luxury that doesn't break the bank.
Registration or licence number: 117915/AL.
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