Rural beach villa between the mountains and the sea | Villa in Esposende
4 Bedroom Villa in Esposende
New for 2022 - Brand new kitchen as well as AC in every bedroom & living room
The venue for many wonderful family holidays, our villa with Wifi, is only 300 metres from a long sandy beach, an easy walk through the dunes or down the wooden walkways. Set on its own land this self-catering summer holiday rental is ideal for a group of friends or two families where one can get together in the large lounge or relax in a hammock slung among the pine trees. The large patio, ideal for outdoor meals or soaking up the sun, is sheltered by the L shaped building, assuring maximum privacy. Just a couple of miles from the bustling town of Esposende yet rural enough to hear the pine cones cracking in the sun.
The local shops, a 10 minute walk from the villa, include a well stocked mini supermarket where hot rolls can be bought each morning, a cafe with free internet and a fishmonger where locally caught fresh fish can be obtained. There are two big supermarkets in Esposende, Continente being just off the A28 motorway. There are many small family style restaurants in the town and Frango de Guia, a take-away, a few minutes from the house at the junction of the Avenida dos Banhos with the main road.
Local activities include water sports both in Esposende and Viana, the estuary of the River Cavado being particularly well known for kite surfing; horse riding and canoeing can be found in Gandra a few miles away. There are golf links at Estela and Barco de Lago holiday village, also a particularly attractive one in Ponte de Lima, a town worth visiting in any case with its medieval bridge and historic centre.
Local visits should include the S. Lourenço hill. Here can be seen the remains of an Iron Age hill top fort with several huts reconstructed; a tiny chapel dedicated to the saint and on a clear day a magnificent view over the low land to the river and beyond.
The River Neiva, slightly north of the villa provides beautiful river beaches with many waterfalls and deep pools for swimming. The river can be crossed in various places by ancient flat stone bridges and there are extensive paths for walking along the river bank.
Ofir, a sand bank on the opposite side of the estuary is also of interest. Although today it supports many second homes and holiday lets it is still possible to walk a good way along the sand bank. It has a romantic history once being the base for robbers and thieves, rather like Lorna Doone country in Devon.
There is a market in Esposende on alternate Monday mornings and a weekly market in Barcelos all day every Thursday. Despite parking difficulties Barcelos is well worth a visit with its ruined castle and ancient bridge and the market is the biggest in northern Portugal. Apart from meat, fish and the succulent fruit and veg on offer, there are plenty of stalls selling locally produced items, pottery, basketry, wood etc together with the gypsies selling very cheap clothing, much of it rejected orders from abroad sometimes with foreign price tags already attached!
Beside those already mentioned, there are many local towns worth visiting. Braga was originally a Roman settlement and was an ecclesiastical centre for NW Iberia for centuries. Guimarães, the birth place of Portugal, boasts a greatly restored castle and palace together with a medieval centre. Porto with its world heritage centre and iconic D. Luis bridge has many interesting features and a visit to the port wine cellars just across the river is always enjoyable. Directions for a trip to Porto, parking at the Alfândega can be found in the house. From here it is a short walk and an elevator ride to the historic centre.
We feel sure that the comfortable villa together with plenty to do and see in the neighbourhood will ensure that you have an interesting and, if you feel like it, an energetic holiday. Lying in the sun with a good book is certainly a viable option.
Rural beach villa between the mountains and the sea is located in Esposende. Rural beach villa between the mountains and the sea provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This Villa features Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Rural beach villa between the mountains and the sea has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 9 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Esposende has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Esposende, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Hair dryer
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Soap
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Towels provided
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Dining table
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1 bedroom
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Bed sheets provided
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Fireplace
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Coffee/tea maker
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Dishwasher
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Electric kettle
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Microwave
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Oven
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Stovetop
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Washing machine
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Near the beach
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Car recommended
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Pet friendly
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Designated smoking areas
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Note from host: We ask our guests to smoke outside on the patio.
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Cycling nearby
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Golf nearby
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Horse riding nearby
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Kayak on site
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Marina nearby
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Surfing/body boarding nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Water skiing nearby
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Windsurfing nearby
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TV with cable/satellite service
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In a rural location
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Near the sea
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Children's toys
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Highchair
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Barbecue grill
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Deck or patio
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Fenced yard
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Garden
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Fire extinguisher
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First aid kit
Policies
Be prepared: check the latest covid-19 travel requirements and measures in place for this destination before you travel. 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 parties and events are allowed on site property registration number 62289/al safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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