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Villa 15 minutes from Porto

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A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, with a water slide and a hill with trees in the background.
A stone pathway leading to a small stone building with a black door, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A compact kitchen with a round dining table, wooden cabinets, and a hanging light fixture.
A stone-walled interior with a central potted plant, a fireplace, and shelves with various items.
A modern kitchen with a built-in dishwasher, a stone wall, a chandelier, and a dining area with antique furniture.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Situated near a casino, this cottage accommodates 8 guests with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub, 1 outdoor pool, and 2 bicycles. Enjoy activities like mountain biking and hiking nearby, while the property offers a patio, porch, and deck for outdoor enjoyment. The stay is pet-friendly. Explore attractions such as Paco da Sousa Church and Quinta da Aveleda.

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Onsite parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Paredes, Carvalhal, PARADA DE TODEIA
  • Place, Centro Cultural de Paredes
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Paco da Sousa Church
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Quinta da Aveleda
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Villa 15 minutes from Porto

Quiet house with excellent sun exposure for an unforgettable holiday in the countryside. It offers a rustic stone house with a sunny swimming pool. In the summer months, warm evenings with a barbecue available allow you to enjoy every minute of your stay.
Located 15 minutes from the center of Porto with direct motorway also to other cities in northern Portugal.


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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
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 7804/AL
Property # 6610942
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Paredes

Located in Paredes, this cottage is in a rural area and near a water park. Porto Historic Center and Dom Luis I Bridge are notable landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bolhao Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Centro Cultural de Paredes and Magikland. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking, cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Paredes, Carvalhal, PARADA DE TODEIA

What's nearby

  • Centro Cultural de Paredes - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Paco da Sousa Church - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Quinta da Aveleda - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Penafiel Church - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Continente Shopping Centre - 11 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Parada Station - 4 min drive
  • Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taberna do Rústico - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Ardósia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café Conforto - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Chalé - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Capa Negra - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa 15 minutes from Porto have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa 15 minutes from Porto ?

As of 11 Oct, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa 15 minutes from Porto on 8 Jan, 2027 start from S$2,801, 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 Villa 15 minutes from Porto pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Villa 15 minutes from Porto ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa 15 minutes from Porto ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa 15 minutes from Porto ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa 15 minutes from Porto located?

This family-friendly Paredes cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Pista do Kartódromo de Baltar and Paco da Sousa Church. Centro Cultural de Paredes and Park of the Serras do Porto are also within 6 miles (10 km). Parada Station is 25 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 114 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a fabulous villa, exactly as advertised. Although entrance is tight to access it is worth it as such a great place .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fabulous for chillout time at the end of a day of sightseeing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Very nice place to stay for a family or more

Located close enough to Porto, and good location for daytrips to the Douro Valley wine region, Guimaraes etc. The house itself is as nice as it looks in the pictures, and we also had good time staying at the house with our kids. The hostess was also very helpful, we had a couple of incidents on our trip and she helped us with them.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Obrigado pela estadia na nossa casa, com o cuidado com que a utilizaram. hospedes simpáticos agradáveis e de bom trato. Na expectativa de um dia voltarem.. Cumprimentos, Alexandra Menezes
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house close to Porto

Everything was perfect: the house for 2 family (pool, warm jacuzzi, bedrooms, bbq, 2 kitchen, game room), the host, the place (in a tiny village close to Porto). I recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place!

We loved loved staying here. Alexandra was very attentive and available to answer any questions we had. The property was very clean and well equipped. We had everything we needed and more. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely villa with beautiful surroundings

Everything was as expected. This casa has all you can imagine. Very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

casa.

A very nice villa with a beautiful garden.The host was very helpful when we arrived.A car which has low ground clearance may have a problem accessing the property though.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing place cłosę to Porto!

We spent 2 amazing weeks at this place near Porto. Everything was as described. Fresh bread was delivered every morning, and the train station, just 5 minutes from the house, took us straight to Porto City Centre. The area is quiet and green. Alexandra responded quickly to all our questions and provided detailed guidance on local attractions and restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely relaxing family holiday in a great house

This is the best property we ever stayed in. It has everything, lovely secure private gardens, an amazing pool and playroom which my teenage children really enjoyed. The house has all mod-cons and plenty of space. We really enjoyed the beauty of the location and found it an excellent location to explore Porto and the Doura valley, with easy access to the nearby motorway. However, a car is a necessity. I would highly recommend this property and would not hesitate to book again when visiting Porto.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely villa

The villa was lovely, it had everything you could need, with a shop 7 mins walk away. Everything else you would need a car, we got Ubers everywhere which would be around 26-28 euros one way to Porto. We decided to do this rather than drive. The swimming pool was lovely and the beds were comfy. Everything worked, also had a coffee machine which we used daily. we would recommend this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation is very nice, located in a very nice spot and very well cared for. It is a bit challenging to get there by car as the roads are narrow and steep, but it is well worth the effort.Twenty-five minutes by car puts you in the centre of Porto where there is ample parking. The city is very beautiful and needs several days to explore.The hostess is very nice. She does not speak very good English so if you do not speak Portuguese, it is a bit difficult to communicate. The care is otherwise fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2025
Hospedes Simpáticos. facil comunicação, embora não saibam falar a lingua do país que visitam! As regras da casa foram respeitadas, pese embora tenham deixado alguns pequenos danos. Trata-se de uma casa de campo e não de cidade, por esse motivo as ruas de acesso são apropriadas à propria regiao
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely property

The property was very big and clean with everything you could need. The kitchen was very well stocked with plenty of pans etc. and the beds were comfy. The pool area was amazing and the pool was very clean despite it not being covered, although it was a bit chilly! The gardens were lovely and well maintained, as the whole property was. More sun loungers would have been good for the size of the property. The basement was a great space for snooker, table football etc but the bedroom wasn't ideal as it was small and musty. The roads to the property were narrow and steep but it seems a lot of the roads were like that around the general area. Overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Our stay

We enjoyed our stay had a few problems but the house itself is in a nice quiet location. We found that the rooms down stairs did have a bit of a smell, didnt really enjoy the cameras on us all the time and could see them moving every now and again so defo being watched. Drive was really tight which wasnt listed. Alarm was a bit of a nightmare sensors everywhere. Barbecue was very dirty had to clean it before using it. Not enough towels or beds to be honest for 8 which I paid for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul, 2024
A sua reserva foi efetuada para 6 adultos e 2 crianças. Nesses condições a casa tem perfeitas capacidades. Quanto ao sistema de segurança de câmaras exteriores, além de constar nas características uma delas é rotativa automática. É de muito mau índole insinuar que façamos vigia, não é de todo aceitável esse comentário. A churrasqueira foi limpa e desinfetada. Nos 11 anos que já alugamos você foi o viajante que deixou a casa mais suja. Até unhas comida e gomas havia espalhadas no chão da sala. Devia ser mais cuidadoso na utilização dos bens que não são seus!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The property exceeded our expectations.

We had the most wonderful, relaxing holiday at this accommodation. Absolutely loved it! The house and gardens were amazing and the pool was lovely and larger than we expected. We had the added bonus of being able to contact the lovely and friendly owner if we had any questions. and we had fresh rolls delivered to the house every morning and our bedding changed after the first week. It's located in a beautiful, secluded area and you are never far away from a beach, supermarket or places to visit. The only thing I would say is that it can be a little tricky to get into the gate initially, as the house is situated at the bottom of a steep hill. However, once you get used to it it is fine. We will definitely consider returning to this accommodation again in the future.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Obrigado pelo comentário, família muito simpática, atenciosa, educada. Gostaríamos de um dia voltar a receber se voltarem a visitar o nosso país . Um muito obrigado e até breve..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic villa, but not 15min from Porto

We loved our stay here. The villa is spacious and cool with the most amazing sunny pool and well maintained garden. Inside the layout is a little quirky with two kitchens and one bedroom in the basement, but it worked fine for us and our teenage daughters. We didn't use the TV, but enjoyed the games room in the evenings and the hot tub. The cameras are a little invasive, but were not a huge concern for us. The alarm and having to close all the shutters every time you leave is a bit of a pain though! We loved the the fresh rolls delivered daily by Alexandra, a nice touch. The access lanes are VERY narrow, but we had no issue once we realised the best route. We took the train once to Porto (long trip) and drove most days along the A4. To get into Porto / Foz / Gaia etc. is 30-40min depending on the time of day. Parades is a nice town with a good range of shops and restaurants, but not much else going on in the smaller villages nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

not a winter destination!

15minutes from Parades,NO,in the middle of nowhere!!!Electric kept tripping,no hot water for two days,television has very poor reception.The whole place needs updating!We hated every minute of our holiday from hell!Oven in the small kitchen rattles terribly when used,the garage come kitchen oven, burns everything,thermostat needs fixing.Freezing cold no heating in the kitchen! The hot water,when we had it,had to be rationed,two showers,then wait for two hours to get anymore!Two bathrooms,only heating in one.Needs to be rethought before letting out again in winter.Nice enough people,tried to be helpful,but should not have happened.Should really be compensated!!!!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Todas as criticas são bem vinda no sentido de melhorar a boa estadia dos turistas quando munidas da verdade, o que não é de todo neste caso. Assim, respondendo a cada ponto: 1º Localização da casa: Está bem identificada no mapa e a 15 minutos do centro do porto pela auto estrada (basta testar no Google maps) 2º Falha de Luz: falhou na verdade, mas foi geral na cidade de Paredes durante 2 horas e nunca na casa. 3º O lugar todo precisa ser actualizado: A casa está completamente remodelada com todo o equipamento para dar bom conforto (Ar condicionado, Internet, 3 Tvs, sala de cinema, sala de jogos, 2 cozinhas, piscina, jardim, alarme etc..) aceito sugestão! 4º Forno no pequena cozinha chocalhos terrivelmente quando usado: Devem saber utilizar os equipamentos! A grelha interior estava colocada na diagonal! 5º garagem vem forno de cozinha, queima tudo: A cozinha é nova e o forno é novo da marca Teka (mais uma vez, não souberam utilizar os equipamentos!) 6º Congelante frio sem aquecimento na cozinha: estando a referir-se à cozinha exterior à casa, trata-se de uma cozinha para uso essencialmente de verão, nunca seria munida de aquecimento!... 7º A água quente: A casa tem 2 sistemas de aquecimento de agua em serie ( cilindro 180 L e um esquentador) é verdade que falhou o esquentador, tentamos resolver, mas numa altura de Natal e passagem de ano foi impossível (as nossas sinceras desculpas), contudo, o cilindro esteve sempre a funcional limitado à sua capacidade de 180 litros. Permitam-me também expor o desagrado, pelo mau estado que deixaram a casa, limpeza (nomeadamente expectoração nos lençóis. Deixamos um bolo típico de natal como boas vindas e o agradecimento foi deixa-lo no lixo por abrir! Não souberam utilizar o aquecimento: forçaram o ar condicionado no frio e quente em simultâneo!..
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Très belle maison, avec tout le confort nécessaires prix raisonnable.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passés une tres bonne semaine grace a vous!La maison etait completement conforme a l'annonce.Superbe maison au calme bien placée. Petit detail l'eau de la piscine n'est pas chaufféeUn grand merci!Allez y les yeux fermés!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
la maison est très agréable avec un très joli exterieur. les 2 chambres au rez de chaussée sont très bien, la 3ième est au sous sol avec une toute petite fenêtre. La maison est ideal pour 6 mais les lits d'appoints( pour 8 personnes) sont des lits très leger très bas. Il y a un matelas 2 places mais à poser au sol ( confort moyen) au sous sol . Difficulté pour trouver l'adresse exact.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons passé un séjour excellent. La maison, le cadre est les commodités sont au rendez vous. Je recommande ce lieu à toutes les personnes qui cherchent un environnement calme et confortable.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pool, nice host, lovely house. Er had an exellent vacation
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superbe villa. Je recommande fortement. Très propre
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir hatten einen schönen Urlaub in einem sehr schönen gepflegten Haus . Das Haus entspricht in allen Punkten der Beschreibung, es gab überhaupt nichts zu beanstanden, wir würden dieses schöne Haus immer wieder buchen .
Stayed 9 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
La casa la reservamos para 8 personas pero realmente la estancia principal cuenta con 2 habitaciones con cama de matrimonio y un baño compartido (con una limpieza muy justa), el segundo baño está en otra estancia. En el sótano donde está la sala de juegos con futbolín y billar había un colchón en el suelo para otras dos personas y una pequeña habitación con otra cama de matrimonio. Después la estancia principal consta de una pequeña cocina y la cocina principal está en otra estancia aparte ( la segunda cocina muy sucia, los muebles llenos de grasa y el microondas sucio por dentro). La zona de la piscina con solo dos tumbonas.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

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