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The Sunshine House in the Hills

  • 8 guests

  • 4 bedrooms

  • 4 bathrooms

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With a warm and welcoming interior filled with traditional design features and a range of helpful amenities, not to mention a truly stunning pool area that is simply perfect for long summer days spent basking in the almost guaranteed Portuguese sunshine, we think this delightful holiday home provides a great base for experiencing a slightly different side of Portugal. Situated in the picturesque Lima Valley, this location offers up an alternative to the classic beach break. Instead allowing you to soak up some typically Portuguese culture, cuisine, and even some Roman ruins in the history-laden villages that dot the valley. Hike or bike through unspoiled verdant landscapes, perhaps stopping at an authentic eatery for a taste of the local cuisine (we especially love the selections of local cheeses and meats on offer, as well as the hearty regional Caldo Verde). Then, it's back to the calm and comfort of your home away from home. Evenings can be spent sweating away the stress in your private sauna, replicating Portuguese favourites in the traditional covered outdoor churrasco, or simply absorbing every aspect of that phenomenal panoramic vista with a glass of Vinho Verde in hand. Be it an evening dip, a quick game or two of ping pong, or cosying up in the at-home cinema with a classic – this home provides plenty of scope for relaxation and action, socialising, or some much-needed me time.


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What to expect


Highlights

Explore the verdant, gently undulating hills that surround this home

Explore the verdant, gently undulating hills that surround this home

Start the day the right way with a cup of coffee in the best seat in the house

Start the day the right way with a cup of coffee in the best seat in the house

Admire the view, and that pool, from the home's inviting balconies

Admire the view, and that pool, from the home's inviting balconies

Get a sweat on in the home's private sauna

Get a sweat on in the home's private sauna

Prepare a mouth-watering meal in the traditional churrasco

Prepare a mouth-watering meal in the traditional churrasco

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Home truths

    The swimming pool isn't fenced, so children will need to be supervised at all times

    Your host can provide a cot and high chair for free upon request

    Due to the location of this home, we recommend hiring a car to get the most out of your stay

    There is free unrestricted on-site parking here

    You will be supplied with a 24-hour emergency contact number for you to use (should you need to) during your stay

    Though there isn't a dedicated desk here, both the dining table and breakfast bar double up as laptop-friendly workspaces

    Each of the four bedrooms provides access to the outside, either the garden or the balcony

About this stay


Amenities

Home cinema setup

Outdoor seating

Laptop friendly workspace

Sauna

Wi-fi

Air conditioning

Bedrooms & bathrooms

4 bedrooms, 5 beds

4 bathrooms

Extras


Additional fees

  • The swimming pool can be heated for an additional €250 per stay

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.

Local guide


About Viana do Castelo

Viana do Castelo, poised at the mouth of the Lima River in northern Portugal, is a town where the beauty of the Minho landscape meets the charm of historic architecture. It's renowned for its rich maritime history, celebrated in the ornate Manueline-style buildings and the Gil Eannes hospital ship, now a museum that anchors the town's deep connection with the sea. The heart of Viana beats around the Praça da República,...

Get around

Train station

Durraes

5 hr 10 min

Train station

Gondarem

6 hr 32 min

Train station

Vila Nova de Cerveira

6 hr 21 min

Bus stop

Ponte de Lima

1 hr 29 min

Booking policies


House Rules

Infants welcome (under 12 months)

Children welcome (1-12 years)

No pets

No parties or events

No smoking

Good to know

Arrival from 16:00

Departure before 10:00

Air con

Wifi

Cancellation policy

  • Up until

    30

    days

    Cancel at least 30 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.

  • Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 30 days away.

Host


This home is managed by Sergio

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Sergio and Silvia are super quick to respond to their guests and very easy to communicate with. They are always on hand to help and answer your questions, whether you're looking for restaurant recommendations or additional info on the local area, so don't hesitate to reach out.

Registration or licence number: 49235/AL.

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