Set within 17 km of University of Minho - Braga Campus and 18 km of Canicada Lake, Recantos na Portela offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Amares. With garden views, this accommodation features a patio and a swimming pool. There is a children's playground and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. The country house provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with bidet and bathrobes. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a kettle. At the country house, each unit comes with bed linen and towels. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. You can play table tennis at the country house. An indoor play area is also available at Recantos na Portela, while guests can also relax in the garden. Braga Se Cathedral is 19 km from the accommodation, while Sao Bento da Porta Aberta Sanctuary is 21 km away. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 73 km from Recantos na Portela.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 1:
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
Bedroom 3:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.0
High score for Amares
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Roxanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was so beautiful! The pictures are true to how it is and actually even more than what was expected and better that the pictures. The pool is huge, the area is intimate and like its own village. Fruit trees, spacious and absolutely stunning....
  • Heather
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    enjoyed our stay, beautiful pool with views, nice surrounding gardens and orchards. Owner very welcoming, and interesting to learn that the property and land has been in her family for many generations, small museum with all the old farming...
  • Irina
    Portugal Portugal
    Everything was absolutely amazing. Great hospitality and the highest level of all amenities!
  • Yonatan
    Israel Israel
    We loved the place. House is HUGE (+ 4 bathroom/shower for 3 rooms!). Beautiful grounds and LARGE pool (+ping-pong table). We had a really lovely stay.
  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property is finished and furnished to a very high standard. Every bedroom is large with a big wardrobe and each has a modern, clean bathroom. There is also much-needed air con in every bedroom. The downstairs living area is open and large and...
  • Andrej
    Switzerland Switzerland
    We were greeted with a smile and kindness, very warm welcome! The house located inbetween flowers and orange trees, and is fully equipped with everything you might need, the welcome gift was a huge bowl of freshly picked oranges from their own...
  • Xian
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Fantastic and spacious house. The pool and the garden are beautiful. Everything works perfectly and spotless clean. The hostess is also very friendly. Our children wander around in the garden without us fearing their safety. Last but not least-...
  • Anna
    Finland Finland
    Excellent rooms, spacioius and well equipped kitchen, very clean, also the pool was very clean and well maintenanced. Beautyful garden and fresh oranges!
  • Trish
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the relaxed atmosphere. The one bedroom house we stayed in was very well equipped. Pool area had beautiful views overlooking the hills. It was a real treat to go and pick fresh organic oranges from the trees and have fresh juice every day.
  • A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very comfortable, lovely and clean. Well looked after.

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.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Recantos na Portela
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Table tennis
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • Pool with view
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Portuguese

House rules
Recantos na Portela takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 20:00
Check-out
Until 12:00
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.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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 - 2 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
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

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

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.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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.

License number: 3911,3912,3913

FAQs about Recantos na Portela

  • Yes, Recantos na Portela is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Recantos na Portela is from 16:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Recantos na Portela is 2.3 miles from the centre of Amares. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Recantos na Portela offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Children's playground
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Swimming Pool

  • The prices at Recantos na Portela may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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