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Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House

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Sala de estar com acesso ao terraço e vista lago
Praia (vista do terraço)
Bathroom
Vista do terraço 2024.04.03 / Terrace view 2024.04.03
Vista do terraço 2024.04.03 / Terrace view 2024.04.03

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gerês
  • Place, Albufeira da Caniçada
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bom Jesus do Monte
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Braga Cathedral
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House

This smoke-free vacation home features laundry facilities, a garden, and barbecue grills. The vacation home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven.
Guest accommodations at this vacation home offer fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to balconies. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 55 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Admitidos 1 gato ou 1 cão sem acesso aos quartos
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 89627/AL
Property # 10979488ha
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Terras de Bouro

Located in Terras de Bouro, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Albufeira da Caniçada and Alqueirão River Beach, while Ethnographic Museum Campo do Gerês and Museu de Vilarinho das Furnas are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Gerês

What's nearby

  • Albufeira da Caniçada - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Canicada Dam - 21 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Bom Jesus do Monte - 47 min drive - 43.1 km
  • Braga Cathedral - 49 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Braga Municipal Stadium - 50 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Braga Station - 41 min drive
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Vidoeiro - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hotel Baltazar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Fojo do Lobo - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Gelataria do Gerês - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pedra Verde Restaurante - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House?

As of Jul 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House on Sep 24, 2026 start from $584, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House located?

This family-friendly Terras de Bouro vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Albufeira da Caniçada, In Guas do Gerês and Termas Park. Alqueirão River Beach is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Estadia fantástica

Uma ótima estadia. Casa muito acolhedora rodeada de uma natureza deslumbrante ideal para relaxar e retemperar as energias. Certamente a repetir 😀
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 30, 2024
Dear Maria. It was a great pleasure for us to welcome you and your friendly family to our house. Best regards, Alfredo Gaspar / Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House
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10/10 Excellent

jose V.

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

Casa fantástica

Ficamos a conhecer uma casa excelente, localizada mesmo em cima da agua, a casa tem tudo que precisamos, até um caiaque que podermos usar na imensa albufeira. Iremos voltar certamente
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 23, 2024
Dear José. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you and your friendly family to our house. Best regards, Alfredo Gaspar / Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House
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10/10 Excellent

António C.

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

Excelente

Todos nós gostamos muito. Os anfitriões receberam-nos muito bem. A casa tem tudo que necessitamos, de realçar é um grande pátio mesmo junto à albufeira, para desfrutar de um fim de tarde fantástico.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 23, 2024
Dear António. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you and your friendly friends to our house. Best regards, Alfredo Gaspar / Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House
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10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Muito bom

Amei a casa. Fizemos kayak que foi muito bom. Queremos voltar fica aqui outra vez.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 26, 2022
Dear Chris Brannan. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you and your friendly family to our house. Best regards, Alfredo Gaspar / Casa do Avô Xico - Gerês Lake House

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Hosted by Alfredo Gaspar

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