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Featuring accommodation with a private pool, garden view and a patio, Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest is set in Guardizela. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 15 km from Salado Memorial. The spacious holiday home with a terrace and pool views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area. The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Ducal Palace is 16 km from the holiday home, while Guimarães Castle is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 44 km from Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

FREE private parking!


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
2 single beds
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.8
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
10
High score for Guardizela
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Annelieke
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We loved everything, the house is so cute. It’s really big, two lovely bedrooms, three beautiful bathrooms and a very nice kitchen. It is furnished with so much attention to detail and we loved everything. The private garden and pool are also...
  • Gabrielle
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The house was even better than the pictures suggest. It is decorated so well and has every amenity you could need. It is large and spacious and has a television set up with all the best channels. The pool is very private and peaceful and the whole...
  • Maira
    Latvia Latvia
    The house and garden were wonderful. Like in pictures! Everything you need to enjoy your vacation! 🙏🏼 Ivonna (owner) is such a lovely person - told us where to go, about the vineyard. If we will have a chance- we will definitely come back. 🤗
  • Regina
    Austria Austria
    Casa do Xico This place beats ANYTHING we have seen in the so-called villas of Tuscany, and easily leaves such places in the dust with regard to quality. There is not a single aspect of this property to find fault with - from the designer elements...
  • Joana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This is the second time we stay at Casa do Xico and it definitely not be the last! Everyone is really really nice and always welcome us with a big smile and open arms. It’s super close to where our family lives so we are able to see them very...
  • A
    Anonymous
    Australia Australia
    Perfect, Clean, in the country, amazing host, pool
  • Isabel
    Spain Spain
    El jardin, la piscina, la decoracion, el silencio. El paisaje al rededor de la casa. La comodidad de las instalaciones. La amabilidad de la dueña.
  • Hmrg
    Portugal Portugal
    Ambiente exterior. Simpatia da anfitriã. Cozinha bem equipada. Piscina.
  • Kessou
    France France
    Maison très bien équipée calme et super bien décorée. La piscine avec la vue est exceptionnelle.
  • Karine
    France France
    La décoration bohème donne un charme fou à cette maison. Les couleurs et les matériaux utilisés sont très bien pensés. Nous avons mon époux et moi-même adorés passé quelques jours dans cette magnifique demeure. Isabel, la propriétaire est...

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Minho's Guest - Gestão de Alojamentos Turísticos

Company review score: 9.1Based on 1,907 reviews from 35 properties
35 managed properties

Company information

Driven by the passion that only Minho knows how to host, Minho's Guest was born. A company initially dedicated to the management of tourist accommodations, today a reference group in the district of Braga. Minho's Guest supports landlords who choose to benefit from the advantages of short term tourism rental and who, for various reasons, do not have availability to receive their guests. With a team of multilingual professionals from different academic areas such as Business Management, Finance, Human Resources, Tourism, Information Technology and Systems, Commercial Management, Design and Marketing, Minho's Guest offers a quality service based on the experience of managing over 50 tourist accommodations.

Property information

Located in the village of Guardizela, about 15 minutes from Guimarães and 30 minutes from Oporto and its international airport, you will find Casa do Xico. The house has a capacity for six people, offering two suites with private bathroom and a double sofa-bed. Guests can enjoy the lovely living room and a fully equipped kitchen, plus laundry room. There is, as well, a salted-water swimming pool with views over the vineyards.

Neighbourhood information

Ideal place to visit Porto, the rest of Minho and even the famous Douro. Situated 15 minutes by car from the famous city of Guimarães (European capital of culture in 2012, 25 minutes from Braga (European Youth Capital in 2013), 3 minutes from the wonderful city of Oporto and 50 from our Douro. The village is not historical but has some attractions such as: a small tennis court and a beautiful church and chapel of St Luzia both from the XVII century

Languages spoken

English,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool with view
  • Salt-water pool
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Detached
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Baby safety gates
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

House rules
Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation. During your stay you can pay for any extras using Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Maestro and Discover.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to € 300 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

License number: 103976/AL

FAQs about Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest

  • Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest is 350 yards from the centre of Guardizela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest on this page.

  • The prices at Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Check-in at Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Yes, there is a private pool. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest on this page.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest on this page.

  • Yes, Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Casa do Xico - Minho's Guest has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.