Portugal (131) Northern Portugal/Douro Valley (3)

Costa Verde/Minho region; 12 miles from beaches;

Casa Calvario

sleeps up to: 9

Lovely four bedroom renovated stone farmhouse in an idyllic rural setting in the hills of northern Portugal, within easy reach of Porto airport. A place to get away from it all and completely unwind, being as lazy or as active as you want to be. Ideal for those who love the countryside, authentic areas and the great outdoors - hills and forests on your doorstep, 20 minutes to the scenic river Minho on the border with Spain, and 25 minutes to beautiful blue-flag, white-sand beaches. Large secluded garden on terraces with pool, barbecue area and magnificent views of the valley and surrounding hills. Spacious and fully-equipped open-plan kitchen/living room. Central-heating in all rooms, plus two log fireplaces. Ideal for families and groups. Table football, rowing machine and exercise bicycle in the old winery where there is also a bar and extra dishwasher; this room leads out onto BBQ area with outside dining table. General: central heating, linen provided, towels provided, sunbed, fitness room Kitchen: grill, 4 ring stove, dish washer, fridge, freezer, hob, oven, microwave, washing machine Living Room: fireplace, comfy seating for 9 people Dining: dining area, child's highchair, seating for 9 people Bathrooms: 4 Bathrooms, 1 Separate Toilet: Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, Bidet, ensuite Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Bath with Shower, Bidet Bathroom 3 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure Bathroom 4 - Toilet, wash basin Bathroom 5 - Toilet, Shower Enclosure, pool area Bedrooms: 4 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 9 people: Bedroom 1 - 1 Large Double Bed, 1 Cot, ensuite Bedroom 2 - 1 Large Double Bed Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed Bedroom 4 - 3 Single Bed Entertainment: DVD, tv, satellite or cable, cd Suitability: suitable for elderly or infirm, children welcome, pets considered, long term renters welcome, wheelchair inaccessible Local Activities: surfing, swimming, walking, cycling, fishing, wind-surfing, water skiing, mountain biking Notes: Rowing machine and exercise bike in the games room, for those who are feeling extra energetic!

Sleeps up to   9 Bedrooms   4 Baths   4 Pool   private		typical pricing (per week) October 3, 2009 — October 18, 2009   $2245 Pricing for all other times of year on request. Prices are subject to change; call us to confirm current pricing.