Located in the heart of Oporto's historic 'Ribeira' waterside, this apartment offers a charming retreat with fantastic views of the River Douro. Relax in the living room and watch boats sail by through two large windows, or take a stroll to nearby attractions like the Stock Exchange Palace and Sao Francisco Church.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 477 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Water view
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About this property
Apartment Located at center Oporto UNESCO heritage area, in front of Wine Caves
Without barriers, without walls ahead and fantastic views . This apartment is located on the first line the charming historic "Ribeira" waterside in the UNESCO World Heritage area at downtown Oporto , with fantastic view of the River Douro, Dom Luis Brigde and the whole city historical center of Oporto. You are close the Stock Exchange Palace (Palácio da Bolsa), the Sao Francisco Church, Casa Infante D. Henrique, taxis station , sightseeing bus and all interesting places.
Five minutes for to arrive the wines caves . Across the Douro River are the famous Porto Wine 'Caves'.
This is a quiet apartment, very romantic and with great views (waterfront) unique and delightful to the senses.
Our lovely apartment it's not a luxury space but it's very comfortable with a great charming and wonderful stories
Not balcony outside out , but the living-room with 2 windows , itself it's a balcony seeing the boats go up , come down ,see birds marines ...
This can to be your private home base while experiencing the beauty and cultural vibrancy of Porto . You will have a memorable stay in this apartment.
Oporto is famous for its Porto wine . Visit one of Oporto's most traditional establishments, for a tour and tasting. 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 .
10 minutes the fabulous bookshop Livraria Lello , the totally unique spectacle of an amazing interior architecture . the Harry Potter’s library in Hogwarts. In fact, J.K Rowling lived in Porto teaching English in the early 1990´s .
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.
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.
Take a day trip to Douro Valley inland and see a country that hasn't changed that much for hundreds of years - trips leave 8:00 AM and return in the evening with lunch provided.
We are available to offer a private tour service . If you are interested please ask me formore information . PortoOneprivatediscovery . Toursportoone . toursporto.one .
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.
Fun in family: Visit SEA LIFE. 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 Porto: Braga , Guimarães Aveiro & Costa Nova , Coimbra Braga with its Sanctuary of Bom Jesus, the City of new technologies. Guimarães 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 also the schitst / shale . The trains are fantastic and are not expensive .
Going around Porto from here:
From the apartment : The better method to discover the city and achieve one overall idea it's one tour with the seighseeing bus . You need only walking 100 meters until Avenida Infante Dom Henrique . (Basically, you go to the Square Ribeira , walk up , and turn left. then walk straight ahead ...). Choose tuck-tuck to discover each corner through narrow streets at medieval center. In that way you will see close your eyes the typical life .
From the apartment with local transport: There are one bus station 70 meters from us . There are cab place 100 meters . Metro- You need walk five hundreds meters to take the metro station at São Bento Station underground ( there also the trains station with same name that it' s separate ) . Be aware that the principal station for you it's Trindade Station . For visit others interesting´s directions as Casa da Musica . In that case you need exit to connect another direction .
From the apartment discover by foot : Five hundreds meters around you reach all interesting places . By foot and throught narrow streets you can discover the Cathedral . Bars at Galeria de Paris , Torre dos Clerigos , photography museum , bookstore Lello . Avenida dos Aliados . Rua de Santa Catarina , popular market Bolhão and Magestic café. You have also at left the bridge the funicular that put you fast on high part the town . At exit if you go straight / ahead , you will meet the Santa Catarina Street . If you turn left you will have 200 meters the cathedral . Before you have the Santa Clara . If you like climb steps . After funicular you have steps to climb up .
WHEN YOU COME BY CAR: You cannot park on our street . The street only have traffic to provide the shops and restaurants from 07:00 AM till 11:00 AM , only . Near the house there are 03 public parking´s . Near ... on the street's you pay around 1.20 euro per hour (it is free only from 7:00 PM till 8:00 AM ).
At home we speak English,Portuguese , French and Spanish and I understand Italian.
I live 12 klm far from apartment but we are ready for any kind of assistance and information. See you soon !
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Limo/town car service
Car not required
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of towels on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the marina
Near the sea
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Procedures to leave the apartment :
To avoid that you meet the building door close ?
Walk down and
Open the iron gate if it's close.
Put your suitcases out of the building.
After one of you back and leave the keys on the table .
The idea it's that you don't meet the building door close or avoid someone close the door
Check if you have all items with you :
Passports ✅️
Smartphone ✅️
IPad ✅️
And thank you ❤️
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
According to the Porto Council law, please note that a touristic tax (not refundable) will be charged at the check-in – 2€/person/day (in cash).
Turn off AC or Heating units and lights when you leave the apartment . Use with environmental awareness .
Turn off heating .Keep away from furniture
Cleaning quote it's for stay or for week .
Keep the noise level to a minimum after 10:00 PM
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 70787/AL
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located on the waterfront, this apartment is in Centro / Baixa, a neighbourhood in Porto. Porto Historic Center and Dom Luis I Bridge are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matosinhos Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Alfandega Congress Center or Crystal Palace Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling. Visit our Porto travel guide
Is Apartment Located at center Oporto UNESCO heritage area, in front of Wine Caves pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Apartment Located at center Oporto UNESCO heritage area, in front of Wine Caves?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Apartment Located at center Oporto UNESCO heritage area, in front of Wine Caves?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Apartment Located at center Oporto UNESCO heritage area, in front of Wine Caves?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Apartment Located at center Oporto UNESCO heritage area, in front of Wine Caves located?
Located in Centro / Baixa, this apartment building is steps away from Ribeira Square and Dom Luis I Bridge. Porto Historic Center and Porto Cathedral are also within 10 minutes. Ribeira Station is only a 2-minute walk and Infante Stop is 6 minutes.
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Apartment Located at center Oporto UNESCO heritage area, in front of Wine Caves Reviews
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Fernando was an excellent host. He met us and gave an overview of the city including suggestions to visit. The location of the apartment was perfect with a beautiful view of the river.
The view from the front windows was absolutely incredible! The location of the apartment was near lots of restaurants, shops and activities. Our host was always available and very informative about the area...thank you for the welcoming gifts!
The location was excellent. There were multiple restaurants within minutes. The area was active but at night it was quiet. Fernando also served as an excellent guide to the Douro Valley
This was in a perfect location and we had a wonderful time in Porto. The apartment was great and we walk to great food, shopping and other attractions.
Nice host and a great location. Not the newest apartment but clean and comfortable. 4 flights of stairs to get to apartment. A little noisy in the mornings if the vendors are setting up on the waterfront. Lots of restaurants right out front.
Wonderful apartment! Has everything you need and very comfortable. Easy check in with convenient parking. The views are spectacular! You can watch all the activity by the river and at night the lights on the bridge and city are beautiful. Very easy walk across the bridge for touring the port wine caves! The bedrooms are very quiet which is nice too. Would definitely stay here again !
So relaxing the nights we spent looking at the clouds and buskers playing music from the window. It was such a quality beautiful spot- everything you needed was provided by the manager.
Fantastic location very clean and comfortable everything we need was there , situated in the heart of ribiera fantastic view from windows
Would highly recommend
Great location to take in the sites. Lots of room. Apt is dated but functional. Bathroom could use an update. Fernando was great and lead us on a tailored day tour of the Douro Valley. Great having the washing machines for our stay.
This apartment has a location that makes everything you want to do on both sides of the river walkable! Great restaurants, port houses , and wine bars close by. We loved Terra Nova , the oysters with homemade linguine were amazing! Absolutely loved Porto!
Beautiful location in the heart of the city. Always tons to watch outside the window-- boats, people, birds, the kids loved it! The owners provided so much helpful information and provided everything (and more!) that we needed! Stay here, you won't be disappointed!!
As 4 adults our three night stay was fantastic. We were welcomed by our host with friendliness and a bottle of wine and fresh sweet bread. The view from the windows was superb. Over looking the Douro River, the outdoor venders, buskers, the winery caves and the famous Lois bridge. Multiple restaurants and old town sights were all within walking distance. You will not be disappointed with this location. Just book it and Enjoy!
Stayed as a family for a few nights. STAY HERE! Super comfortable and great views. Check in was easy and host amazingly helpful. Bottle of wine and cheese tray really amazing touch after a long days travel.
Views are to die for. The location is perfect.
This place was perfect for our stay in Porto! Beautiful views from the apartment. Close walk to everything. Olga and Fernando were awesome hosts! Found us a ride from the train station with a car seat and helped with our luggage! Highly recommend!