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Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro

Beachfront villa with private pool and kitchen

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Interior
Exterior detail
Outdoor pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Nestled in the Douro region, Casa do Sobreiro offers a serene retreat. With an old mill for olive oil production on-site, unwind by the nearby beach and small marina with restaurants serving authentic Portuguese cuisine.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 9500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro

Only 20 minutes from the city of Oporto, " Casa do Sobreiro" was recently renovated and managed to keep the original structure and architecture, which is typical of the Douro region.

An old mill for the production of olive oil was kept intact and is certainly an interesting feature of the Casa do Sobreiro.

In the surrounding area, the focus is on the beache and a small marina with restaurants where you can enjoy the best Portuguese gastronomy.
You can also explore the Douro river cruises.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 5,382 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 32568/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Holliday Casa Do Sobreiro
Holliday Villa Casa do Sobreiro
Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro Gondomar
Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro Private vacation home
Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro Private vacation home Gondomar

About the neighborhood

Map
Gondomar, Porto District

What's nearby

  • Melres River Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Bolhao Market - 23 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Porto Historic Center - 23 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Porto Cathedral - 23 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Ribeira Square - 24 min drive - 26.9 km

Getting around

  • Trancoso Station - 16 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa Rocha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Marina Bar Pe De Moura - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪A Febra Do Salto - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Tomaz - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪O Bokas - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro?

Check-out is at 11:30 AM.

Where is Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro located?

This Gondomar villa is on the beach, 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Melres River Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Crestuma River Beach and Park of the Serras do Porto. Jardim de Torrao Park and Hintze Ribeiro Bridge are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Holliday Villa - Casa do Sobreiro Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graeme E.

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

Spacious well equipped property with stunning views

This is a very spacious property with a pool overlooking The Douro River. The kitchen is well equipped and Luís, the host, and family were helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Thoroughly recommended!
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karol M.

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

Can’t beat the view

We felt very lucky to have found your lovely farmhouse. The old olive press was very interesting. The house was huge, comfortable, the hosts were very welcoming and the location was perfect for us. It was close enough to Porto, Pinhao, Guimarães, and on a beautiful bend of the Douro River. Thank you so much!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view and house. Very spacious. Some small issues which have been passed on to owner. Louis and brother very receptive and informative.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynda Z.

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

Douro Valley Gem Close to Porto

Our family of 5 all enjoyed our stay at the spacious Villa. Close to Porto (20-25 min). Gorgeous views of the river. Water Taxi to enjoy the beach across the river for paddle boarding. We hope to come back again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet S., Amherstview, Ontario, Canada

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

Wonderful view!

All five members of the same family, very much enjoyed our stay at this location. Lovely surroundings, good accommodations, adequate kitchen facilities. Good advice on local restaurants and a good local grocery store. The owner accommodated separate arrival times. Thanks so much!,
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jan-Bas D.

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

Fantastic big house and great views over the river

Fantastic house . Furniture needs an little uograde to modern. Than it woukd be superior. Great helpfull host.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

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

Good stay

Host was very attentive and communicative. Place is huge and has great views. Loved sitting out in the evening watching the sun go down. Close to small village (Melres) with couple of shops and a supermarket and a beach on the river. Can get a bus (#9) from just up the road straight into Porto - costs 3 euros each way. Uber only 30 euros from airport so case to be made for avoiding the scam of car hire. We had a great stay and would visit again, thanks Diogo.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve

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

Lovely Stay in a Beautiful Villa

We were very delayed for our arrival, but the family very kindly waited to show us around the villa. Beautiful location looking over the river. However, there is a bit of road noise which is mostly noticeable early morning. There are a couple of bars/ restaurants a few minutes drive or 15-20 minutes walk with good prices. Lots of walks through the hills. Kitchen has plenty of equipment. Nice bedrooms and bathrooms. Overall a lovely villa in a beautiful location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire M.

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

Spacious villa with amazing view

Luis was very helpful meeting us at the villa and giving us some local tips. Stunning view - we never tired of looking over the river. Property is much more spacious than it appears in the photos & very comfortable. A minor point but the outdoor furniture could do with a refresh, The house was clean and well cared for. It was great to have such a well equipped large kitchen with 2 ovens, would be perfect for a large group, Kids loved the pool so we spent most of the time at the villa & really enjoyed the outdoor space & drinks on the upper balcony. It’s not a particularly touristy area but we liked that, plus we had combined with a few days in nearby Porto first so were ready to relax. We did go to a local restaurant a couple of times and hired a big paddleboard at the river beach, Luis recommended a vineyard to us but we didn’t manage to visit, although we tried the wine which was lovely! Overall a great stay for a very reasonable price.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey L., Worcestershire

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

Fabulous views!

We had a fantastic week, the views across the Douro were breath taking…we loved to sit with a glass of wine & watch the boats & water sports early evenings. The villa is very comfortable, although we did have issues getting hot water from the taps but had no issues with showers. The pool lights were not working when we were there so not safe at night. This would have been fixed but the electrician was on holiday. There is a wonderful restaurant on the marina front within a 10 min walk…the food is fabulous & the portions are very generous so be careful not to over order. It does get very busy at weekends with the locals so timing is key as you can’t book. The hosts were very friendly & on hand to deal with any queries we may have had. Overall, great place to kick back & relax but a car is a definite must due to location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Amy G., Oberstaufenbach Germany

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

Good Stay But Not Great

House is big! Can definitely fit 10 people comfortably. The location is great if you want to be outside Porto but if you want to be closer to the attractions it will be a 25 minute drive. The views of the Douro River are beautiful, the pool was pretty as well, but it was too cold for us to swim. The owners communicated well and had someone meet us to show us around. Now the not so great. When we arrived the house smelled musty, probably just needs to be aired out more often, but it reminded us of grandma’s house, lol. The neighbor’s dogs barked all night, so be prepared to be woken up or not sleep. The bathroom showers all need to be cleaned with mold/mildew remover because it is in the tile grout and along the bottoms of the shower pans. The hall bathroom shower head is broken and sprays water on the untiled part of the wall which has started to mold. Exhaust fans are not big enough for the bathroom spaces and don’t make any difference in the bathroom moisture. Floors and walls are very damp with condensation after every shower and it takes 40-60 minutes to dry. There is not enough lighting in master bathroom vanity. Hair and makeup for women, nope. Bathroom lighting is on a timer, so it will go off in the middle of your shower and then you are showering in the semi-dark. Timers definitely need adjusted. Exhaust fans should also be on a different switch so that the fans can be left on to run longer after showers. Home needs some updating. Overall, we did enjoy our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominique m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Grande maison située à 20 minutes de porto comprenant 9 couchages avec piscine et vue sur le douro.Nous avons passé une excellente semaine au calme adresse à retenir dans la région de porto
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Naomi B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay in this huge house . Stunning views and in a good position for the village and a few restaurants. Well kitted out huge kitchen . The family were very nice and saw us into the house and were quick to reply to any requests for help . However the garden furniture needs updating as mentioned in previous reviews as do some of the beds . Two of the doubles were uncomfortably hard.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Volker M.

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

Sehr schönes Haus am Berg mit Blick auf den Douro

Ideales Haus für große Familien oder kleine Gruppen. Riesig ist der Aufenthaltsraum und die ehemalige professionelle Küche. Manches ist in die Jahre gekommen... .Die Warmwasserversorgung ist mal zu optimieren.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

yoann p.

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

sejour

superbe maison et hote sympa
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel d.

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

Super hebergement

excellent gîte. Très grand, vue superbe sur la vallée du Douro. Bien équipé. Propriétaire sympathique et réactif (1 ou 2 petits soucis). Je recommande
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Viviane P.

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

Vacances entre amis

Superbe propriété, proche de Porto, avec magnifique vue sur la vallée du Douro Accueil très agréable Je recommande vivement
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew I.

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

Review

Very nice property with beatiful view and lots of space in and around the house. Greatly enjoyed Andrew and Anna
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

RUTH H.

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

Gorgeous home with views over river Douro :)

Had a lovey stay in this beautiful villa which had so much space and the most amazing views over the river. Pictures on site do not do home justice. Able to drive into Porto easily and was also advised that a bus runs hourly from bottom of road to Porto. Came back feeling refreshed and relaxed. Thanks for 'sharing' this home Luis!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

helen w.

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

Amazing property

As others have said, the photographs do not do this wonderful property justice. This is a very large house on large very private grounds. The views from the pool area and the house over the river Douro are spectacular and really do take your breath away. Luis is a fantastic host, who was there to meet us on check in with his lovely family. He gave us a tour of the house and explained everything. We had an issue with air con while there which was quickly dealt with and communication throughout our stay was very good, always on hand to answer questions and help with local information. The house itself is very well equipped and spacious. We had a fantastic time and would love to return sometime.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

June K.

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

Amazing location

The house is in the most stunning location - better than the photos! It’s extremely spacious and pretty well equipped. It’s not the most modern and there are a few elements that could be updated, but that’s reflected in the price that you pay. The owner was really helpful and communicative, and shared suggestions for the local area. Would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Corniquel P.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Quelle déception !!!

Vue sur le Douro magnifique ! mais la maison n'est pas équipée pour des vacances en famille. La cuisine de 30m2 n’est prévue que pour des soirées avec grosses gamelles et marmites mais sans grille pain ni petits matériels. D’ailleurs pas de photos de cette cuisine dans l’annonce, sinon nous n’aurions pas loué ! Quand nous sommes arrivés l’eau de javel empestait la maison mais une fois dissipée l’odeur d’égout nous a écœuré le reste de la semaine. Les propriétaires sourds à nos demandes n’ont même pas daigné venir au rendez-vous du chek out à l’heure prévue !! Nous sommes partis après 3/4 d’heure d’attente et sans explications de leur part !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla M.

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

It really is all about the view!

Friends of ours rented this wonderful house about one year ago and that is when it caught my eye. We actually planned part of our trip around the house. It is about a half hour drive from Porto and about an hour and a half to Douro Valley. We made day trips to both areas no problem. Our arrival came after a busy and full day in Porto and we all just sighed in relief as we drove into the driveway. The house has a spectacular view of a bend in the Douro River. Watching it change from evening to night to morning was great. We all wished we hadn’t been so busy and could have spent more time relaxing there. We cooked in the well-supplied kitchen two out of three nights mostly so we could eat outside in peace and enjoy the view. The rooms were comfortable and spacious. We had a couple of issues we had to deal with but António was right on it and nothing was a big deal. I know some people want everything to be perfect but seriously the view makes up for any issues that may come up. Hope to stay again!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo N.

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

Prachtig huis met een nog mooier uitzicht over de Douro

We hebben genoten van een weekje Portugal / Douro / Porto. Wat een fijn land en wat is het eten er heerlijk en heel vriendelijk geprijsd. Aanrader.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric K.

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

Superbe

Super accueil que de la gentillesse, famille formidable
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024