Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca

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A large stone building with a red-tiled roof, surrounded by vineyards and hills.
A stone staircase leading to a building entrance, surrounded by lush greenery and a stone wall.
A stone building with a tiled roof, a covered patio with tables, and a swimming pool.
An outdoor patio with a pool, a wooden table, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A kitchen with stone walls, a wooden cabinet, a countertop with plates, and a framed picture on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Cavez, Braga
  • Place, Monastery of Saint Miguel of Refojos
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Cabeceiras de Basto Town Hall
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Chapel of Our Lady Fatima
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Vila Real (VRL)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cabeceiras de Basto

Located in Cabeceiras de Basto, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Mateus Palace and Solar dos Magalhães are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quinta da Lixa Winery and Golf Course Vidago Palace. Travelling with kids? Consider Pao de Lo de Margaride and Parque Aquático de Amarante. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Cavez, Braga

What's nearby

  • Monastery of Saint Miguel of Refojos - 19 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Cabeceiras de Basto Town Hall - 20 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Chapel of Our Lady Fatima - 21 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Ludico de Celorico de Basto Park - 29 min drive - 28.6 km
  • Guimaraes Castle - 42 min drive - 52.0 km

Getting around

  • Vila Real (VRL) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Churrasqueira do Paço - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Café Boavista - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tasca do Xico - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪3 Gerações - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Raio de Sol - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca ?

As of 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca on 30 Mar 2027 start from £1,018, 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 Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca located?

This family-friendly Cabeceiras de Basto villa is located on a river, 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Chapel of Our Lady Fatima, and within 32 mi (52 km) of Pao de Lo de Margaride and Casa dos Lobo Machado. Parque Aquático de Amarante and Guimaraes Shopping Mall are also within 32 miles (52 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. 35 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great views, fabulous pool

Stayed for 10 nights - highly recommended
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jul 2024
Thank you Julia. It was a pleasure to welcome your beautiful family. A kiss and everyone be well. Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Host and a beautiful place

When we arrived, we met with Maria who is a lovely person. She showed us the hole house and was always reachable for any questions we had. It is a wonderful quiet place with an oustanding pool. We loved our days there. Thank you so much Maria!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you very much. It was a pleasure for us to welcome you too. We appreciate the preference. Stay well and see you one day. Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé 15 jours dans la villa de Maria, ou nous avons pu profiter de la magnifique piscine.Idéalement située pour visiter les alentours et dans un endroit paisible et calme où nous avons pu nous reposer.Merci Maria pour ton accueil et ta gentillesse.Superbe domaine au coeur des vignes. Stephanie, Manuel et les enfants
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Het huis is wonderbaarlijk mooi. De voorzieningen zijn goed. Het zwembad is heerlijk. De gastvrouw is ontzettend aardig en behulpzaam. Het ligt wat afgelegen, maar daarvoor krijg je ook een prachtig uitzicht, rust en privacy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Die Lage des Hauses war einfach traumhaft! Maria hat uns sehr herzlich empfangen und konnte jederzeit gut erreicht werden. Es war viel Platz im Haus und wir haben den großen Pool sehr genossen! Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wat een prachtig authentiek huis! En dat uitzicht over de vallei. We hebben enorm genoten van alles daar! Vlakbij ook een prachtig Aventura Parc. Dit vonden mijn zoons geweldig, klimbos, canoying, zipline (echt geweldig!Maria, de eigenaresse, is zo aardig en behulpzaam. Reageert ook heel snel. We voelden ons enorm welkom.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2025
Thank you, Yvette. It was a pleasure to welcome you all. And you know I hope to see you again. Stay well, and kisses to all.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé une excellente semaine en famille (2 adultes et 3 enfants de 12/10/7 ans) dans ce havre de paix et de verdure. La maison est grande, tres fonctionnelle avec une salle de bain par chambre. Tout est très propre, la cuisine est bien équipée, le WiFi fonctionne parfaitement. La vue est incroyable depuis la maison et la terrasse. La maison domine un des nombreux vignobles de Vinho Verde. Le calme est absolu. Les enfants ont joué des heures dans l immense piscine, pendant que nous lézardions sous l auvent à proximité. Il y a un frigo, un evier, de la vaisselle et un barbecue à ce niveau. Les supermarchés sont à 15 minutes, bien achalandés. Nous avons profité de la semaine pour rayonner facilement à proximité : Porto, Guimaraes, Braga, le sanctuaire du Bom Jesus do Monte, et à ne pas manquer, la superbe vallée du Douro. Un grand merci à Maria pour son accueil chaleureux et sa gentillesse !!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2025
Marianne et sa belle famille, je tiens à vous remercier de nous avoir choisis pour passer quelques jours de vacances. C'est un privilège de rencontrer des gens comme vous. Vous savez que si jamais vous avez envie de revenir, je vous attendrai à bras ouverts. Bisous à tous et prenez soin de vous. Maria
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Lieu exceptionnel

Que dire de cette superbe propriété, une vue exceptionnelle, un cadre dépaysant et apaisant. On se sent tout de suite privilégié d'y être Une propriétaire ADORABLE et disponible, encore merci Maria. 😗
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mooi uitzicht over de wijnstokken vanuit een heerlijk zwembad

Wij zijn zeer vriendelijk ontvangen en hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad op dit mooie landgoed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
It was a pleasure to welcome this beautiful family. Thank you for choosing us. Until next time. Stay well. Kisses. Maria
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Buen sitio para veranear

La propietaria muy agradable y accesible, la ubicación y el paraje perfecto, y la casa espectacular
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Goed verblijf

Fantastic verblijf
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Sossego absoluto para relaxar.

Propriedade excelente localizada numa zona de sossego absoluto, com todas as comodidades e condições para descansar. Proprietários muito simpáticos e prestáveis. Uma excelente experiência seguramente a repetir.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Au calme, vue sur les vignes

Nous avons passé un très bon séjour au sein de la propriété de Vila Franca. Au calme, très belle vue sur les vignes, équipée d'une grande piscine. Nous en avons profité pour découvrir Porto, Amarante, Guimarez et sommes tombés sous le charme du Portugal. Propriétaires très à l'écoute et disponibles. Bonne continuation !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2022
Merci pour votre gentillesse. Ce fut un plaisir de les recevoir. jusqu'au jour où
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Parfait

Nous avons passé quelques jours dans la propriété de Maria et c’était un plaisir . La Quinta est tres belle , grande et tres bien entretenu, vous ne manquerez de rien et chacun y trouvera un coin d’intimité. Nous étions avec 2 enfants en bas âge et aucun problèmes. Merci à Maria pour sa gentillesse et disponibilité 😊 nous reviendrons passer quelques jours dans ce lieu reposant et sublime au milieu des vignes . À bientôt
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2022
Merci pour ces mots gentils. Ce fut également un plaisir pour moi de les recevoir. À bientôt.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Beau séjour dans une propriété de rêve

Très bon accueil de la propriétaire dans cette vaste maison familiale munie d'une piscine extraordinaire. Belle région forestière, qui nous a notamment permis de découvrir Guimaraes et Porto.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2022
Merci. Ce fut un plaisir de les recevoir.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Regresso ao Século XIX

A propriedade está inserida numa vasta quinta vinícola. A casa é toda em pedra fazendo-nos recuar no tempo para épocas de monarquia no século XIX, mas com todo o conforto do século XXI. A simpatia dos proprietários é de realçar. sempre com um sorriso quando nos viam e sempre disponíveis para qualquer coisas que necessitássemos. O ambiente é extremamente sossegado e longe da confusão das cidades.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2022
Obrigada. Foi um gosto recebê-los.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excelente e descontraída estadia

Estadia óptima e muito relaxante, ambiente excelente, proprietários muito amáveis e simpáticos. Uma excelente experiência num local lindíssimo, sossegado e relaxante. Experiência a repetir de verão ou inverno.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Excelente

A propriedade é ainda melhor do que as fotos aparentam! Cozinha muito bem equipada tal como os quartos. Zona da piscina impecável, totalmente sem razão de queixa.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ótima estadia

Foi uma experiência 5estrelas. Tivemos uma otima estadia, graças à hospitalidade com que fomos recebidos e tratados e às condições que a casa oferece. Esperamos voltar.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Semana fantástica com amigos

A casa surpreendeu completamente as nossas expectativas e fomos recebidos nas melhores condições! Nunca pensámos que a vista fosse tão agradável e que a localização fosse tão boa. Cabeceiras de Basto é definitivamente um destino ao qual queremos voltar ☺️
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extraordinário Lugar

Indescritível a beleza e paz do local. Anfitriões adoráveis. Parece que estamos sozinhos no mundo. Mas, a 5 minutos da civilização.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Férias em família

A propriedade é enorme e a paisagem lindíssima e relaxante. A casa é grande, bem equipada e a piscina 5 estrelas. A alma da casa é sem dúvida a anfitriã que pela sua amabilidade e disponibilidade tornou a estadia muito reconfortante. É um lugar cheio de história. Foi uma excelente experiência. Parabéns
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Muito mau

Falta de privacidade!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa con ecanto

Un lugar precioso y agradable, con unas vistas increíbles. La piscina uno de los grandes atractivos de la estancia. Volvería a repetir sin duda.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacaciones ideales

El alojamiento es increíble. Por tamaño, por situación si buscas tranquilidad, por paisajes, por comodidad de habitaciones y baños, y qué decir de la piscina... increíble con las vistas a los viñedos. Hemos pasado unas vacaciones perfectas, algo a lo que también ha contribuido la amabilidad y disponibilidad de la familia si hemos necesitado cualquier cosa. Nos fuimos con bastante pena, y volveremos seguro. Un beso a la familia y gracias por todo.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
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