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Apartment |2 bedrooms |Sleeps 5

Oporto in Costa Verde

From £375 per week |  From £54 per night

3 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

4 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Beach or lakeside relaxation, air conditioning, car not necessary, no pets allowed

About the home

This apartment is located on the waterside in the UNESCO World Heritage area. Across the Douro River are the famous Port Wine 'Caves'. This is a quiet apartment, very romantic and with great views (waterfront).

Tiny antiquated shops are everywhere. Straddling the river itself are six stunningly intricate bridges, one of which was designed by Gustav Eiffel. Take the Eiffel designed bridge (D. Luis bridge) across the Douro to Gaia (5 minutes walk) and visit the Port Houses of Ferreira, Sandemans, Croft and Barros amongst others where you can take a guided trip and sample the delights of Portugal's oldest export.

Oporto is famous for its Port. Visit one of Oporto's most traditional establishments.
Oporto is so picturesque: with the old wine boats plying the river in front of you, and traditional port lodges behind, the medieval old-town clinging to the opposite bank and the skyline punctured by the Cathedral and numerous churches.

Facilities

Further details outdoors:
Green environment:
Porto and North Portugal has so much to offer your family for short breaks and day trips. There are many activities available to keep you and your family busy. Visit the Serralves Museum art gallery, the Clerigos Tower, the Bookstore Lello (one of the best in world for its beauty), observe the contemporary architecture in the Casa da Musica, walk between caves and taste a Vinho do Porto . Take trip inland up Douro River and see a country that hasn't changed that much for hundreds of years. (The river cruises do not run from 31 October until March. However, trips between the bridges are available all year round). The boats leave at 8:00 am and return in the evening with lunch provided.
Be at one with nature in the green vineyards during the Spring and the Summer. See the wine harvest from the beginning of September until the middle of October. For family fun, swim or surf in the ocean or visit our park with 80 hectares. Here you can run, jog, play soccer, cycle or have a picnic where the countryside meets the sea. You can jog for 12 km from our flat to Parque da Cidade, following the river and the sea, each step offering a changing landscape at one with nature – an impressionist painters dream.
Interesting cities near Oporto: Visit: Braga with its Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, the City of new technologies. Guimarães e Coimbra, known as the place where the country was born – 'The Cradle City'. Coimbra, the city of students with its famous university, and close by the Roman Empire ruins at Conimbriga. The trains are fantastic and are not expensive .

Further details

Nights minimum stay. Maximum occupancy 5 persons. The prices quoted are for 2 persons ( adults) and 1 child ( up to 12 years) per day. Additional guests are charged at 20 EUR per day / per adult. Check in after 4 pm and check out before 10 a.m. We will however try to allow other arrangements, according to your needs, whenever possible. Line and towels included. Final cleaning 35 EUR.

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View from window to D. Luis bridge

 

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Living Room

 

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View from window to Ribeira

The Costa Verde region

The Costa Verde is steeped in history with an abundance of grand churches, castles and manor houses dating back to the 12th century. One of the region’s most important towns is Braga, an ancient Roman city which is now most well known as Portugal's religious capital. The cathedral in Braga is a sight not to be missed and the nearby town of Bom Jesus has a medieval castle with some of Portugal's finest examples of Azulejo tiling.

Take a day trip up the river inland and see a country that hasn't changed that much for nundreds of years - trips leave ca 8am and return in the evening with lunch provided.

The Oporto area

The UNESCO protected old-town, a veritable tangle of 14th century lanes tumbles to the river and a beautifully restored waterfront. Tiny antiquated shops are everywhere, and, straddling the river itself, are six stunningly intricate bridges, one of which was designed by Gustav Eiffel. Take the Eiffel designed bridge (D. Luis bridge) across the Douro to Gaia (5 minutes walk) and visit the Port Houses os Ferreira, Sandemans and Barros amongst others where you can take a guided trip and sample the delights of Portugals oldest export. Take a day trip up the river inland and see a country that hasn't changed that much for nundreds of years - trips leave ca 8am and return in the evening with lunch provided.

How to get there

What's nearby: Attractions Restaurants Click map icons for more information

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Fly to Oporto,
Cheap flights available with RYAN AIR but you can also fly TAP, BA, IBERIA, etc.,
Car hire at the airport - Many,
Underground run regulary between airport and town ( Airport to Oporto (Sao Bento) ).
Take the red line in the airport and chance in Trindade for yellow line. Exit in Sao Bento.
There are ALWAYS local taxis available - Approximate coast 25€

Activities near Oporto

Reviews

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09 Nov 2011

“Very Good Experience” We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this well-fitted out, comfortable apartment in Porto. Fernando was very welcoming and informative about his wonderful city. We thought the price was very... more

12 Oct 2011

“A centrally located comfortable apartment.” Fernando picked us up and gave a full explanation of the facilities in the apartment and general tips for the local surrounds. I was glad as I think we might of had difficulty in locating the apartment. We loved the view from our windows and the large number of local restaurants. We found using the public trams and buses very easy to see the city. There were 2-3 small grocery shops nearby where we could buy our supplies. The apartment was clean and had everything you needed for a great stay. Thanks again Fernando!

10 Oct 2011

“Excellent location, excellent view, beautiful apartment” We stayed for 3 nights - our first few nights of a 2 week vacation in Portugal. Jose was very welcoming and quickly showed us the apartment and the wonderful free bottle of port. The location was... more

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26 May 2011

“A great location and great service!” We stayed here for a week and thoroughly enjoyed the facilities and the space in the apartment. The view is amazing and you are in the heart of the restaurant area and walking distance to everything.... more

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Guestbook for Historic Oporto Apartment

GREAT VEWS TO THE DOURO RIVER AND BOATS
My husband and I with another couple stayed at this beautiful apartment on the Douro River for 3 nights. It was great watching the boats and seagulls glide past. The apartment itself is nicely appointed, kitchen had all the useful utensils, comfortable beds. The couch was a bit of a squeeze for 3 people, but that didn't bother us too much as we were hardly home. The apartment is in a great location, just across the bridge from the Port cellars and you have a umber of Ribeira restaurants just on your doorstep.

Fernando is one of the most helpful and hospitable hosts I've ever met. We received a bottle of port and welcome card when we arrived. He even dropped our bags off at the airport because we wanted to see the museum before we flew back!

I will definitely stay here again and recommend our friends too!

Rental prices

Prices for group size 5
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Higth Season	2 Jul 11	2 Oct 11	600€ 600	9595	9595	3 Nights
Medium Season	2 Oct 11	2 Nov 11	475€ 475	7575	7575	3 Nights
Low Season	2 Nov 11	19 Dec 11	450€ 450	6565	6565	3 Nights
Higth Season	19 Dec 11	8 Jan 12	600€ 600	9595	9595	3 Nights
Low Season	8 Jan 12	2 Mar 12	450€ 450	6565	6565	3 Nights
Medium Season	2 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	475€ 475	7575	7575	3 Nights
Easter Season	31 Mar 12	16 Apr 12	510€ 510	8585	8585	3 Nights
Medium Season	16 Apr 12	2 Jul 12	475€ 475	7575	7575	3 Nights
Higth Season	2 Jul 12	2 Oct 12	600€ 600	9595	9595	3 Nights
Medium Season	2 Oct 12	3 Nov 12	475€ 475	7575	7575	3 Nights
Low Season	3 Nov 12	23 Dec 12	450€ 450	6565	6565	3 Nights
Higth Season	23 Dec 12	9 Jan 13	600€ 600	9595	9595	3 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

3 nights minimum stay. Maximum occupancy 5 persons. The prices quoted are for 2 persons ( adults) and 1 child ( up to 12 years) per day. Additional guests are charged at 20 EUR per day / per adult. Check in after 4 pm and check out before 10 a.m. We will however try to allow other arrangements, according to your needs, whenever possible. Line and towels included. Final cleaning 35 EUR.

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4 years listed You are contacting José Costa Landline n/a Mobile n/a Languages spoken The owner is based in Portugal and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2008. This apartment has received 4 reviews from previous guests.