Letters From The Lighthouse
3 guests
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1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
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Spacious, elegant and beautifully appointed along Foz do Douro's sparkling seafront, this apartment presents Porto in all of its glitz and glory. Inside, this modern home offers a comfortable stay for a small family or close group of friends, with its calm grey tones, soft furnishings and bright living space. Enjoy group meals in the light-filled dining area – complete with a contemporary kitchen for plating up home-cooked perfection. There's a warmth to the home too, with its dramatic spotlighting, curated flowers and dark wooden floors that keep things rustic. But the highlight of this apartment is its enviable location to the west of Porto. Known for its sandy beaches (the Praia da Luz is a fifteen-minute walk from your door), posh clothing boutiques, waterfront restaurants and glamorous crowd, the coastal Foz do Douro region is right up our alley. It feels like its own little village with old-style grocery shops and covered markets around every other corner. Spend hours wandering beside the mouth of the Douro River, taking in views of the 17th-century Castelo do Queijo fortress watching over this quiet yet illustrious part of town.
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What to expect
Highlights

Discover the beautiful seafront location of Foz do Douro

Enjoy group meals in the light-filled dining area

Take a relaxing soak in the en-suite bath
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Home truths
At capacity, two people will be sleeping on a sofa bed in the living room
If you're bringing a car, there is one allocated parking space within the apartment building
The host provides a travel cot and high chair for those with younger guests
The apartment is 13km from Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport
You're less than fifteen minutes from the city centre of Porto - by car
About this stay
Amenities
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Lift access
TV
Fridge
High chair
Hair dryer
Bedrooms & bathrooms
1 bedroom, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
Arranged by your host • Subject to availability
VIP services
Airport pick up
Daily cleaning
Local guide
About Foz do Douro
Once a hub for fishing and commerce, Foz do Douro is now an upmarket neighbourhood that sits at the meeting point of the Douro river and the ocean. It’s considered the most affluent area of Porto, and many of its residents are professionals who commute into the city. It’s also popular with more elderly residents looking for peace and quiet. The seafront is dominated by wide esplanades, and bars and restaurants...
Explore the area
Local restaurants, cafes, museums, sites and activities, recommended by our community of hosts and travel experts

Enjoy art and nature at Serralves Museum
This museum, dedicated to contemporary art, is the opposite of a boring art establishment. Come here for performacnes, screenings, and the lush scenery.

Explore the expansive green oasis
The city park is brimming with exciting trails to explore, perfect picnic spots and glistening lakes, it even extends to the sea.

Stroll through Jardim de passeio alegre
Awash with palm trees and petals and set bedside the river, it is hard to find a garden quite as romantic as this one

Admire the Farolim de Felgueiras
Watch as waves ravage this photogenic lighthouse, the ocean dances aggressively beside it so be sure to keep a safe distance on a windy day

Go to an exhibition at Casa das Artes
Designed by Eduardo Souto Moura, the House of the Arts is a gallery, auditorium and cinema, surrounded by the beautiful gardens of a private mansion.

House of a writer and exotic plants
The botanic garden was once the house of one of the greatest writers of porto and is today a palace and its garden opened to the general public

Eat italian at Casa D'Oro
This restaurant once housed the technical office for the Arrabida bridge. It was transformed into a restaurant after completion due to its magnificent setting

Admire Porto's School of Architecture
School of Porto is a renowned architectural style, so it's only appropriate that the University's newest Faculty was designed by the famous alumnus Àlvaro Siza.

Catch a concert at Casa da Música
Designed by the distinguished Dutch architect Rem Koolhaas, Casa da Música is one of the newer iconic buildings in Porto and well worth a visit.

Wander the Palácio do Cristal Garden
Visit the carefully curated gardens that home exotic birds and plants, offering an exquisite promenade and views.

Peek into Galeria Fernando Santos
Rua Miguel Bombarda is a popular street recognised for its cluster of galleries. Galeria Fernando Santos was the first to open (making it our first choice).

Visit the Soares dos Reis Museum
This fine arts museum has been celebrating Portuguese artists since 1883 – a great place to spend a lazy afternoon admiring all things beautiful.
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 14:00
Departure before 11:00
Has a lift
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Doug
This home is managed by a business on behalf of its owner. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Doug and his team manage a portfolio of stunning homes all across Portugal. They're a team of seasoned professionals, devoted to making sure you get the most out of your stay.
Registration or licence number: 119581/AL.
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