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Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River

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An aerial view of a property with a swimming pool, a large house, and a surrounding landscape.
A table set outdoors with a view of a lake and forest, covered with a beige tablecloth, and various food items and drinks.
A modern kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, oven, and microwave.
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and large windows offering natural light.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Duoro River

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Marco de Canaveses, Porto District
  • Place, Passadiços do Paiva
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Porto
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Place, Dragao Stadium
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Marco de Canaveses

Located in Marco de Canaveses, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Alpendorada Memorial and Hintze Ribeiro Bridge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Garden of Saint Bartholomew and Magikland. Travelling with kids? Consider Parque Aquático de Amarante, or check out an event or a game at Municipal Stadium Cinfaes. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking and power boating adventures can be found near the property.
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Marco de Canaveses, Porto District

What's nearby

  • Quinta da Aveleda - 36 min drive - 31.3 km
  • Passadiços do Paiva - 54 min drive - 50.1 km
  • St. Ignatius Zoo - 54 min drive - 60.2 km
  • University of Porto - 56 min drive - 67.5 km
  • Dragao Stadium - 59 min drive - 65.0 km

Getting around

  • Paredes Station - 32 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Avenida Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bar de Bitetos - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sabores De Montemuro - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Café Tropical - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bar Cais Porto Antigo - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River?

As of 2 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River on 10 Mar 2027 start from £2,134, 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 Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Douro Villa w/private access to the Douro River located?

This family-friendly Marco de Canaveses villa is located on the waterfront, steps from Duoro River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Albufeira do Torrão and Parque de Lazer do Ribeiro de Sampaio. Oceânico Laguna Golf Course - Vilamoura and Alpendorada Memorial are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful villa, had an amazing week here with my family. Stunning views across the river. The whole place kept our family entertained for the week, from the paddle board, kayak, swimming pool, toddler pool to the lovely terraces for a bbq and space inside the villa.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, waterfront with river access. Clean relaxing, beautiful pool. Amazing stay! Host is so kind
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Top Experience

Everything was super nice, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful home in a wonderful setting.

Even more beautiful in person than the pictures show. My family really enjoyed everything that the property had to offer. I would highly recommend for any family looking for a very peaceful vacation in an incredible setting. John O'Donnell
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you very much. It was a pleasure to host you at our house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property. Very remote but we were happy with that! The children loved the pool area. Host were very good at communicating. Really well equiped kitchen. Would highly recommend hiring a chef if you wanted a special meal instead of dining out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

By the riverside

The house had all the amenities necessary for a holiday with a family of various ages, in particular teenagers. The accommodation was excellent and the layout and facilities of the house and its grounds made the best of the location. The driveway in and out could be a bit daunting for some at first. Our stay was enjoyed by all the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extraordinary

We were 9 family members, parents and children. The place is amazing, clean and air-conditioned rooms, fully equipped kitchen with everything needed, great pool, private access to the beach, so we used the owner's kayak and SUP. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Top villa and owners

We came from Brussels in the beginning of Augustus Very nice situation, with direct and private access to the Douro. And very nice family ! Offering Porto and sweets at the arrival Epic moments on boat with the owner ! Fantastic ! We strongly recommend this vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Great place IF...

In our opinion, the location of property and the amenities (swimming pool, river activities, and outdoor space) are best suited for summer months/warm weather. This is not a property for cool weather and we found it difficult to do anything else in the immediate area. The house is lovely, the grounds spectacular, and access to the river is spot on. Owner and family were very friendly and approachable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family holiday July 2019

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely villa in its absolutely beautiful location. We had a few difficulties finding it initially, but once there were very happy. The villa is well equipped and comfortable, and the pool and grounds well kept. We did not tire of watching the daily activities on the river, or the wildlife. The family owners were also very nice, as were the local neighbours that we came across during our stay. We would definitely be tempted to return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place to chill in the summer

Nice house, the description is pretty accurate. Quite comfortable for 8 people. We stayed in the mid of summer; the pool was very warm. The river was also warm and good for swimming. The things to pay attention to: - during hot days A/C works to full capacity. - the closest store is 10-15 min away, not walkable - if you are uncomfortable driving steep up/down hill, and sharp turns, consider staying elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

The house is just amazing, as well as the owners. The house is huge, the landscape just beautiful. You have everything you may need for a great stay, from the spacious kitchen and living room, to an amazing pool and the direct access to the river with complementary SUP boards. Bedrooms are also perfect and easily accommodate 4 couples. Make sure you bring everything you may need for the stay and you will not want to go anywhere while you are there. The owners you very responsive and helpful either before and during the stay and even suggested a great homemade delivery food service that was so convenient and delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful home

This is an amazing house on an amazing property. The house is well appointed and spacious. The pool is enormous, and overlooks the river. We enjoyed watching the tour boats go up and down the river, and passing the goats and chickens on the road. The host has made it very comfortable. The only downside is it is an extremely twisty and steep road down to the house. But totally worth it for the serenity upon arrival.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most amazing stay at the villa. It looks amazing in the pictures but is even more beautiful in reality. The villa had everything you needed including a fully stocked kitchen of appliances and all towels and bedding. It was extremely clean and well maintained.We absolutely loved the villa and the way it was set out. Cooking meals was sociable as everyone could be involved. The pool was amazing and well kept and our boys loved the football grassed area. We spent most of our holiday at the villa as we didn’t have any reason to go anywhere but we did venture out for a couple of day trips and there is lots to do around the area but you will need a vehicle to get around. The villa is in a very peaceful area which was so relaxing and just what we had hoped for. The owners were lovely and ensured we found our way to the villa as it was dark by the time we left the airport. They showed us around the villa when we arrived and ensured we were fully settled in and knew how to work the air conditioning and lighting before they left. Aurestina was so helpful and gave us advice around the area as well as being very responsive to any questions by messaging throughout our stay. I would highly recommend this villa and would really love to go back some time in the future. A great place to enjoy with family and friends in a large group.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A unique house in a beautiful location

We had a fantastic stay. The house is spacious and well equipped, with tremendous views. The hosts were welcoming when we arrived. We loved eating under the pergola, sitting by the pool and under the trees in the hot afternoons, and paddling over to the beach in the early evening. We stocked up at local supermarkets and ate in every evening. We loved visiting Pala, Ribadouro and the Bestanca valley, the Paiva walkways and beaches.if the weather had been cooler and we had longer we would have ventured further up river but drive times are quite long- so we will have to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful!

We were a party of 9 - four adults and 5 kids aged 6-14 and we had a wonderful time! Idyllic and private location, wonderful (beautifully equipped) villa topped off with riverside access. Super super holiday and Celia (the owner) and her parents (who were there to welcome us with her friend Martin to translate) were both charming and always available when we had any questions. The neighbours were also lovely - after an electrical storm we couldn’t find the trip box for the downstairs electrics but they came down and made us good! Thanks to all and we hope to see you all next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place in beautiful and quiet surroundings!

This spacious and modern villa is perfect for a relaxing stay in the Portuguese countryside. We stayed one week, two families of 9 people in total. The house was very clean and in perfect condition with a well equipped kitchen. The pool area is also really great, with sun beds and trees giving shadow from the sun. Follow the driving instructions carefully, as the GPS might guide you to the very, very narrow road through the small village Vimieiro. About one hour drive away is the large and beautiful port wine district, but there are some really nice smaller Vinho verde ”quintas” only 20 minutes away. Information on these has nicely been put together by the house owner. We enjoyed exploring the beautiful river using the two stand up paddle boards and the kayak available!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular villa on the river Douro

A beautifully situated and gloriously remote riverfront villa with direct access onto the Douro for swimming, paddle-boarding and kayaking. The house and grounds are fabulous, well maintained and equipped, incredibly spacious (the photos on the listing don’t do it justice) and the location is peaceful with spectacular views of the river and mountain side opposite. Plenty of lovely Portuguese towns, vineyards and sites of interest are within an hour’s drive of the villa. The town of Marco de Canaveses (about a 20 minute drive) has plenty of good supermarkets if you are largely self-catering. Helpful information on restaurants, wine tasting vineyards and local Boat tours is provided by the owners in the villa. The owners are very helpful and any queries before and during our stay were answered quickly.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place in beautiful and quiet surrounding

This spacious and modern villa is perfect for a relaxing stay in the Portuguese countryside. We stayed one week, two families of 9 people in total. The house was very clean and in perfect condition with a well equipped kitchen. The pool area is also really great, with sun beds and trees giving shadow from the sun. Follow the driving instructions carefully, as the GPS might guide you to the very, very narrow road through the small village Vimieiro. About one hour drive away is the large and beautiful port wine district, but there are some really nice smaller Vinho verde ”quintas” only 20 minutes away. Information on these has nicely been put together by the house owner. We enjoyed exploring the beautiful river using the two stand up paddle boards and the kayak available!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you very much. It was a pleasure to host you at our house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Excellent house on the Douro river

Two families spent a week in the house in July, had a fantastic time. The house, pool, garden and river with kayak and SUP equipment is just fabulous. We loved the slow days in the house, moving between pool, river and garden and just enjoying it. Being next to the river was mor rewarding than expected, the river seems very clean and we enjoyed swimming, kayaking and stand up paddling much more than expected. The house and garden are also great, we didn’t miss anything in or around the house. Finding the place is a little difficult, but once you get used to the steep and narrow roads, it wasn’t a problem, as long as you plan ahead and shop for more than one day if you don’t want to drive every day. We would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for your comment. We were even happier to have enjoyed our house to the fullest. It will be a pleasure to meet you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

2 dream weeks in the Douro

We enjoyed a great 2 weeks holiday in the Douro. Maria Aurestina and Manuel are very nice hosts : helpful & kind and not intrusive. Getting there feels like you are going to dive in the Douro, but then you are rewarded with the most fantastic of location. The beauty of the nature and the calm is absolutely magic. The house is beautiful, clean, very large and very well equipped. We were 5 , so at ease as it can easily accommodate for 8 or a little more. The pool is gorgeous , and the icing on the cake is the private access to the Douro with the Kayak and 2 stand up paddles which you can use. This is great for the teenagers ( and for the adults). All this with the Douro sun makes you feel at home and you don’t want to move anymore. Nevertheless, the location is fine to visit Porto, Guimaraes and Braga, and great to spend a day in the fabulous Alto Douro vineyards. We even went to Aveiro still very reachable for a fine day out. Fantastic place, we really hope to come back
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic stay in the Douro valley

We spent 2 fantastic weeks in the beautiful house/ property of Maria-Aurestina and Manual. We were with 5 people so we had loads of space as the house can accommodate 8 to 19 people without problem. The house is extemely well équiped, nothing is missing, and everything in perfect state. The pool & garden are gorgeous, on the banks of the Douro. The calm is unbelievable and the nature beautiful, which really allows you to forget about everything and enjoy very relaxing holidays. This is the real differentiator with the other houses along the Douro: it has a direct access to it, and you can make use of the kayak and the 2 standup paddles available. Great for the teenagers… and for the adults. The house is also well situated to visit North Portugal main sites: Porto , Braga, Guimaraes, Aveiro and of course the beautiful Douro wineyards. And the weather was beautiful, but not too warm (between 25 and 32). And the river always brings a little bit of fresh air. And surprisingly, almost no mosquitos. Fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adoramos a estadia! Estivemos 6 adultos e 2 crianças e a casa é muito espaçosa, muito bem equipada e bem mantida. Situada num local tranquilo e com vistas deslumbrantes. A comunicação também foi excelente. Recomendo!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Dieses Haus von Maria ist ein absolutes Traumdomizil und übertrifft wirklich jede Erwartung!Die Größe des Hauses, der atemberaubende Blick direkt auf den Fluss und der herrlich große Pool machen den Aufenthalt unvergesslich. Dazu kommt, dass das ganze Haus komplett klimatisiert ist – ein wahrer Luxus mitten in der einzigartigen Natur des Douro. Ein echtes Juwel!Besonders begeistert haben uns die Extras: SUPs und sogar ein Kanu standen zur Verfügung, sodass wir den Fluss direkt vor der Haustür erkunden konnten – ein Highlight unseres Urlaubs!Das Haus selbst ist bis ins kleinste Detail perfekt ausgestattet. Die Küche ist ein echter Traum und bietet alles, was man für eine entspannte Selbstverpflegung braucht. Es hat uns an absolut nichts gefehlt.Die Zufahrtsstraße ist zwar etwas abenteuerlich, doch mit kleinen Autos und ein wenig Übung gut zu meistern – und der Ausblick und die Ruhe, die einen am Ende erwarten, machen jede Kurve mehr als wett.Alles in allem war dies für uns das perfekte Haus am perfekten Ort, um Ruhe, Erholung und Natur zu genießen.Maria ist eine wunderbare Gastgeberin – herzlich, hilfsbereit und voller Gastfreundschaft. Wir haben uns von der ersten Minute an willkommen gefühlt.Wir können dieses Haus nur wärmstens empfehlen – es ist ein Ort, an den wir mit Sicherheit zurückkehren möchten!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maison très confortable et bien équipée , belle piscine. Pas évident en ce qui concerne la route pour y aller. Très étroite et escapée mais après plusieurs allers-retours, on s’y habitue!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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