About this property
Located in Chafé, in northern Portugal, sits this chic four-bedroom lodge. The tranquil setting, sleek design and light-drenched rooms make this a unique space and perfect for a family holiday. Rooms flow seamlessly together, while natural finishes and large windows and glass doors create a soothing effect. The open-plan lounge is all easy comfort with its beamed ceiling and white tones, while soft furnishings and modern artwork add bright splashes of colour. Sit and unwind on the huge sofa or, on chillier nights, cosy up in front of the wood burner.
From the lounge, wood laminate flooring sweeps through to the sleek kitchen, where you’ll find everything you need to prepare delicious meals. Serve casual meals at the breakfast table overlooking the garden, or for more sociable meals; there’s a 10-seater table in the breezy dining room. Four bedrooms are situated off from the living area and feature a mix of king, queen, and twin beds. All the bedrooms are awash with light, have plenty of wardrobe space and have fabulous garden doors which you can slide open to let the outside in. There are also five pristine bathrooms on this floor.
In the morning, step straight from your bed into the tropical garden and enjoy feeling the sun on your face. The garden is a delight and features a pristine lawn dotted with lush plants and shady trees. During the day, take a dip in the pool, relax on one of the sunbeds or enjoy a game of badminton on the grass. There’s also a barbeque area and a fire pit, so come evening, you can enjoy an al fresco meal and then sit and gaze at the stars. If you need to catch up on work, there’s even a handy workspace on the lower floor featuring two stylish bunk beds.
Villa Chafe is located in a quiet, tree-lined area and is within walking distance of the town centre with its cafes, restaurants and supermarkets. It’s also a 10-minute drive to the beach.
Villa Chafe is located in the Minho region, the province north of Porto. Famed for its beauty and tranquillity, the area boasts river valleys, forested hillsides and long, sandy beaches. Amorosa Beach is just a 10-minute drive from the property and is wide and clean, with a beautiful view of Viana city in the distance. It’s a good spot for a morning walk along the shore while children will love exploring the rock pools. Surfers can ride the waves here or at neighbouring Praia do Cabedolo, where you’ll also find a boardwalk with a restaurant and snack bar. From Praia do Cabedolo, you can catch a ferry over to the vibrant coastal resort, Viana do Castelo (or make the 15-minute drive from the property).
With good waves on either side of the harbour, it’s a popular spot with surfers, windsurfers and kitesurfers, but away from the shoreline, the town, with its historic centre and riverfront setting, is also worth a visit. Stroll through the old quarter and admire the Manueline manors and rococo palaces that line the narrow streets, or climb Viana’s 228-metre hill and enjoy a picnic among the trees. Once here, be sure to explore the neo-Byzantine Santa Luzia church. Those with a head for heights can even climb the narrow staircase to the dome’s top, where you’ll be rewarded with sweeping views of the coast and Lima valley.
Also worth a visit is the town of Barcelos (25 minutes). It’s one of the prettiest places in the north of Portugal and famous for its pottery. Be sure to visit on Thursday when the town’s vast square hosts a lively market, and you can pick up everything from crafts to clothing and a brightly-painted clay Barcelos Cockerel (a symbol of Portugal).
For more outdoor activities, head to the pretty town of Ponte de Lima, a 25-minute drive inland. Situated on the River Lima, you can hire kayaks and explore the town from the river, while in the surrounding Serra d’Arga hills, you can enjoy mountain biking and hiking trails. The town also boasts a Roman-built stone bridge, cobbled streets, centuries-old mansions and beautiful gardens. While here, be sure to stop in the main square and enjoy a glass of the locally produced Vinho Verde while soaking up the town’s medieval atmosphere.
Accommodation
The Villa
Located in Chafé, along the northern border of Viana do Castelo, this villa is a modern, beautiful, and full holiday home. It stands out thanks to its bright interior space, with an architecture that connects all the bedrooms, dining room, and kitchen to a very pleasing tropical garden.
Lower Ground Floor
- Open space with working desk and chairs, two bunk beds and access to a terrace
- Shower room
Ground Floor
- Bedroom with king size bed, working desk, air conditioning, access to the garden and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with queen size bed, air conditioning, access to the garden and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with two single beds, air conditioning, access to the garden and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with two single beds, air conditioning, access to the garden and en-suite shower room
First Floor
- Ample living room with comfortable seating, fireplace and TV
- Separated dining area for 8 people and access to a terrace
- Well equipped modern kitchen with small dining area and access to a terrace
- Laundry room with washing machine
- Guest toilet
Exterior Grounds
- Private swimming pool
- Large terrace and patio area
- Outdoor dining
- Various sun loungers
- Covered terrace
- Garden furniture
- Private parking
- Barbecue
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi connection
- Air conditioning
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Hair dryer
- Alarm system
Tourist License: 132117/AL