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Located in affluent Foz do Douro – known for its sandy shores, delectable restaurants and popular markets – this soulful apartment promises a typically idyllic coastal retreat and yet is only a ten-minute drive into the centre of Porto. Perfectly placed, you're a short walk from various beaches, including Praia da Luz and Praia do Ourigo, just to name a couple. Step inside to find a cleverly designed space, combining natural materials, traditional touches and modern comforts to create a stylish home. Wood floors, stone walls and Juliet balconies shape the flat as a whole, while the hemp furnishings and neutral colour palette make for laidback yet characterful interiors. We particularly love how this smart set-up uses a crittall-style divider to separate the bedroom from the communal area, adding privacy and plenty of visual interest to boot. Down at street level, you're an eight-minute stroll from Foz Market, a twenty-five-minute walk from the 17th-century Castelo do Queijo fortress, while being surrounded by designer boutiques and art galleries, to tempt you away from the beach.


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What to expect


Highlights

Head to the nearest sandy beach at Praia da Luz, a six-minute walk away

Head to the nearest sandy beach at Praia da Luz, a six-minute walk away

Spend time exploring central Porto, a ten-minute drive away

Spend time exploring central Porto, a ten-minute drive away

Gather for a group feast at the stylish dining table

Gather for a group feast at the stylish dining table

Look forward to a restful night's sleep in the elegantly designed bedroom

Look forward to a restful night's sleep in the elegantly designed bedroom

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Home truths

    As this is technically a studio apartment, the bed is only partially divided from the communal area

    At capacity, one person will be sleeping on a sofa bed in the living room

    This home is best suited to those looking for a coastal stay or who don't mind getting a taxi or bus into the city centre

    A daily housekeeping service attends between 11:00am and 5:00pm – towels are only changed for stays longer than five nights

    There's an internal lift to take you up to the apartment floor, so it may be suitable for those with limited mobility

    Access to the home is via a public entrance

About this stay


Amenities

Desk / workplace

Laptop friendly workspace

Wi-fi

Air conditioning

Parking available

Lift access

Bedrooms & bathrooms

1 bedroom, 2 beds

1 bathroom

Extras


VIP services

Airport pick up

Daily cleaning

Fridge fills

Additional fees

  • There may be some extra fees to pay here, such as charges for utilities, final cleaning fees, city tax and security deposits – all of which you may need to pay in cash to the homeowner. Please reach out during the booking process to confirm.

Additional fees subject to a 3.5% handling charge.

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

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

Celebrate in style at Cafeina Restaurant

Celebrate in style at Cafeina Restaurant

A Portuguese fusion restaurant, this sophisticated space is perfect for celebrating a special event

Explore the expansive green oasis

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.

Eat italian at Casa D'Oro

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

House of a writer and exotic plants

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

Admire Porto's School of Architecture

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.

Visit the Museu do Carro Eléctrico

Visit the Museu do Carro Eléctrico

Great for all the family, here you can discover the evolution of the historic Porto tram and its impact on the city over the years.

Discover the historic Museu Romântico

Discover the historic Museu Romântico

Th exiled king of Sardinia spent his final days in this stately home in the 1800s. Admire the building and period furnishings in this romantic setting.

Wander the Palácio do Cristal Garden

Wander the Palácio do Cristal Garden

Visit the carefully curated gardens that home exotic birds and plants, offering an exquisite promenade and views.

Visit the Soares dos Reis Museum

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.

Discover a new artist at Ó! Galeria

Discover a new artist at Ó! Galeria

This privately-owned gallery features a collection of ilustrations from national and international artists. We predict you'll take a piece home with you.

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 15:00

Departure before 11:00

Has a lift

Air con

Wifi

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 Afonso

This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Your professional team of hosts manage a number of properties in Portugal and enjoy every second of it. They love to meet new people, literature, cinema, travelling and of course, hosting.

Registration or licence number: 105840/AL.

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