This unique villa with swimming pool and garden is facing a beautiful nature reserve and has a breathtaking view on the Douro estuary and the ocean. It is fully equipped and has 4 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and private terraces. It is not suitable for people with reduced mobility. Access to the main entrance door is via an inclined exterior staircase. You can find near the house : beach, supermarkets, wine tasting, restaurants, the city center, the airport, surf schools, cycle paths, golf course, bars.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 22 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
• Always close the automatic pool cover for the safety of children
• When you leave the house, please close all windows and don't leave any candles burning
• Please do not place hot dishes on tables without trivets
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 136598/AL
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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the neighborhood
Vila Nova de Gaia
Located on the beach, this villa is in Canidelo, a neighborhood in Vila Nova de Gaia. Porto Historic Center and Dom Luis I Bridge are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Livraria Lello and Bolhao Market. Porto Botanical Garden and Crystal Palace Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
beach near Douro Marina - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Lavadores Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Ribeira Square - 11 min drive - 6.6 km
Porto Historic Center - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Coimbroes Station - 4 min drive
Santo Ovídio Station - 7 min drive
Porto Airport (OPO) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
Armazém Do Peixe - 4 min drive
Kanpai Douro Marina - 18 min walk
Fuga - 9 min drive
Forneria S. Pedro - 20 min walk
Madureira's Mercado d'Afurada - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Casa da Barra have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Casa da Barra?
As of May 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa da Barra on Jul 3, 2026 start from $677, 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.
Is Casa da Barra pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Casa da Barra?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Casa da Barra?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Casa da Barra located?
Nestled on the beach, this Canidelo villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Local Nature Reserve of Douro Estuary and Lavadores Beach. Carneiro Beach and Duoro River are also within 3 mi (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Photos don’t do this property the justice it deserves! Amazing villa with fabulous views over the estuary, immaculately clean, beautifully furnished and very friendly check in/out. Communication throughout the stay was excellent.
Emma H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 7, 2024
Thanks Emma for your review. We try to do our best so that our guests can enjoy great holidays experiences. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Kind regards.
We enjoyed our stay at the mid century modern 3 level house. The view of the ocean and river was lovely, and we loved having a lemon tree in the yard. The pool was nice even though it was too cold to use it.
The house could have been a bit cleaner upon arrival
Sonia B.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 14, 2024
Thanks Sonia for your review that help us to improve the services we deliver. We are very happy you enjoyed your stay and our property. We expect to welcome you again in the future.
La maison était parfaitement tenue et équipée! L’arrivée et le départ ont été très facilités et simples, avec tous les renseignements nécessaires, juste parfait! Merci pour ce séjour!
patricia c.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 21, 2024
Thanks Patricia for your review! We are very glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
About the host
Hosted by Tatiana Mendonça
We fell in love with this breathtaking view on the Ocean and the Douro river, and we work daily on making our villa unique and comfortable for our guests. We have years of experience in the hosting industry, and our goal is to create a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere for our guests.
Why they chose this property
We fell in love with this breathtaking view on the Ocean and the Douro river. The villa is just in front of a nature reserve, next to the beach and is only 15 minutes from Porto center.
What makes this property unique
Unique sunsets from the garden and the swimming pool !
Languages:
English, French, Portuguese
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests