Santa Marinha stay.Your stay at this Santa Marinha villa places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Porto Historic Center and Ribeira Square. Cais de Gaia and Ramos Pinto Cellars are also within 2 miles (3 km).
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Villa Santa Bárbara
Located between the beaches and the historic center, Villa Santa Bárbara is a private property with three independent houses - Casa Maria, Casa António, and Casa Adriana. The Villa was once one of Porto's typical housing clusters known as "islands." The houses have old masonry walls and are decorated with Portuguese motifs. It's a tranquil space just 10 minutes from the hustle and bustle of Porto. Just like inside the houses, the outdoor environment is very cozy, romantic, and original. There is a very pleasant and exclusive open green area with benches, a swimming pool, chairs, fruit trees, an orchid greenhouse, and a herb garden. During the day you can hear and observe the birds. At night, there is a charming lighting system throughout the open space.
It's over 700 square meters that invite you to relax. Inside Casa Adriana there are two bedrooms: a private double bedroom and a double bedroom in an open mezzanine that can accommodate a child. All rooms have high-quality mattresses and sheets (Portuguese made). There are two separate kitchens with all kitchen utensils except an oven and dishwasher. The bathrooms offer complimentary shampoo, shower gel, soap, and toilet paper in sufficient quantity for the first few days of your stay. Replacement hygiene packs are available. Each guest will receive high-quality white towels, all made in Portugal. There is also air conditioning, cable TV, and free Wi-Fi inside the houses and throughout the garden. Villa Santa Barbara has private parking, which can accommodate up to 3 vehicles and is monitored by cameras. Your host will always be at your service. You can ask for advice about the city, regional festivals, interesting areas in the country according to the date of your stay, travel tips in Porto, and much more. You can even explore Portugal with them. The surrounding area has a genuine Portuguese spirit. The name Villa Santa Barbara comes from the name of the street where it is located and is a tribute to the patron saint of the church on the same street. The church is beautifully decorated with Portuguese tiles and is well worth a visit. In the neighborhood there are many amenities, such as: a supermarket, a fruit shop, a pastry shop, a barber shop, a bakery, a coffee shop and a butcher shop. There are also restaurants, large markets and a shopping center: Gaia Shopping, Aldi and Lidl. The property has an excellent location between the beaches and the city of Porto. The famous Port wine cellars can be reached on foot. There is also public transport nearby: a bus (100 meters from the villa) to the center of Gaia and Porto (Av. Aliados) or to the beach; and a train station, called "Gaia or Devesas". It is the main station of Vila Nova de Gaia and is just a 10-minute walk from Villa Santa Bárbara. At Devesas there are trains to other cities, such as: Braga, Guimarães, Lisbon, Coimbra, Aveiro and so on.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 646 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
Pets
No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 116371/AL
Property is also known as
Casa António Villa Santa Bárbara
Villa Santa Bárbara Cottage
Casa António Villa Santa Bárbara
Villa Santa Bárbara Vila Nova de Gaia
Villa Santa Bárbara Cottage Vila Nova de Gaia
Cottage Casa António - Villa Santa Bárbara
Casa António Villa Santa Bárbara House
Casa António Villa Santa Bárbara House Vila Nova de Gaia
Casa António Villa Santa Bárbara Vila Nova de Gaia
Cottage Casa António - Villa Santa Bárbara Vila Nova de Gaia
Vila Nova de Gaia Casa António - Villa Santa Bárbara Cottage
Casa António - Villa Santa Bárbara Vila Nova de Gaia
Casa Antonio Santa Barbara
Frequently asked questions
How close is Villa Santa Bárbara to the airport?
This villa is 15.1 mi (33-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Villa Santa Bárbara have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this villa.
How close is Villa Santa Bárbara to the beach?
This villa is 8.7 mi (30-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 10.5 mi (24-min drive) from Espinho Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Villa Santa Bárbara offer free breakfast?
This villa does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Villa Santa Bárbara?
No, there is no casino at this villa, but Casino Espinho (14-min drive) is nearby.
What time is check-in at Villa Santa Bárbara?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Villa Santa Bárbara?
Free parking is not available at this villa.
Does Villa Santa Bárbara have a pool?
This villa features an outdoor pool.
Does Villa Santa Bárbara have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this villa.
How close is Villa Santa Bárbara to downtown Vila Nova de Gaia?
This villa is 0.5 mi away from Santa Marinha e São Pedro da Afurada.
Villa Santa Bárbara Reviews
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The property is perfect- the garden is large and wonderful, full of fruit trees, an herb garden, plus seating and lounging options. It's a hidden paradise. The house, Casa Antonio is thoughtfully renovated and you can see the design and craftsmanship throughout. Same goes in the garden! Nuno (and Isabel) are fabulous. Do not miss hiring Nuno for a night tour of Porto, a day trip to Braga or the Douro Valley. Before we arrived we got suggestions of places to see along our drive from Lisbon. Nuno designed a great map at the house and has highlighted places to visit and various transportation options to get to where you want to go. We make a point to see more than the tourist locations so it was invaluable to get suggestions from a local. I can guarantee if we had not taken Nuno up on his suggestions of where to go and what to see we would have missed the heart and soul of Porto and Vila Nova da Gaia. The Vila has everything you need for a perfect vacation.