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Casa do Rio - waterfront apartment – Home 6186847 Apartment

  • 3 bedrooms
  • 5 sleeps
  • 7 nights min stay

Casa do Rio - waterfront apartment – Home 6186847

  • Apartment
  • 3 bedrooms
  • sleeps 5
  • 7 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Nearest beach 0.7 mi
  • Child Friendly
  • Car advised
  • No pets allowed

Description from owner

Description

Apartment located on the first floor with fabulous view of the river Cávado in protected landscape area and 500 meters from the beach (blue flag) of Ofir, inserted in the picturesque village of Fão.

Fully equipped kitchen and laundry.

3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

Balcony with garden furniture. Large outdoor gardens.

Private garage.

Leisure activities nearby (less than 5 Km):

- Water sports: surf, kitesurf, paddlesurf and standup paddle, powerboating, diving, kayak runs (river and sea), rafting, etc.

- Horseback Riding

- Golf

- Birdwatching (with possibility of guided tour)

- BTT

- Hiking and Trekking

- Paintball

- Pedestrian Paths (Portuguese Coastal Path to Santiago de Compostela by Esposende)

- River Tours

Cities of historical and cultural interest as Barcelos, Viana do Castelo, Guimarães, Braga and Porto less than an hour away and with good access (highway).

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
    Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
    Bedroom 3: Twin bed
  • 2 Showers

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Mountain Views
  • Waterfront
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Interaction with guest

I shall welcome you and also say good-bye. During your stay you can call or mail me whenever you need any kind of information or help. A few days before your arrival I'll send you suggestions of places worth visiting.

Policies

Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 11:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: ($268.65) €250.00
Smoking
No smoking at this property

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

4 weeks before

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.

2 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

Check-in date

* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support

House rules

not adequate for events or parties
not adequate for kids under 3 yrs

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About the owner

Ruth M.

Tourist License
4993/AL

Calendar last updated:
04 Dec 2023
Years listed:
9
Based in:
Portugal
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English, Spanish, German, Portuguese

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Reviews

Excellent
10 reviews

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“Tolle Ferienwohnung mit schönem Blick auf den Rio Cavado”

Reviewed 5 Jun 2019

Wir waren als 4-köpfige Familie Gäste von Ruth. Diese hat uns sehr warmherzig empfangen und sich viel Zeit für uns genommen. Die Wohnung bietet sehr viel Platz und ist liebevoll eingeri… More

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Response from the owner Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung; ich habe mich gefreut, Sie als Gäste zu haben, und Sie sind mir jederzeit herzlich willkommen.

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“Un apartamento acogedor en una ubicación excepcional”

Reviewed 16 Oct 2017

Ruth, la propietaria, es un encanto. Te da todo tipo de información para que la estancia sea confortable y la vivienda está estupendamente equipada (no falta detalle alguno). Igual de im… More

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Response from the owner Muito obrigada pelo seu excelente comentário; é sempre uma grande satisfação saber que os hóspedes ficaram contentes com a sua escolha. Gostei imenso de as hospedar no meu apartamento de férias e terei igual prazer em dar-lhes as boas-vindas novamente.

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“Best apartment ever”

Reviewed 5 Oct 2017

The apartment is amazing. You have all you need to cook inside and even some good presents in form of food. It´s very comfortable to stay reading or resting and if you want to go to the beach it… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your kind words - when my guests are happy, so am I. It was a pleasure to have you stay, and it would be a pleasure to welcome you again.

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“CASA PERFECTA”

Reviewed 3 Oct 2017

Tres días en una casa con todo lujo de detalles y sin echar nada en falta. Llena de luz y comodidades, con garaje, además de la ubicación en un entorno tranquilo y con opciones de… More

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Response from the owner Muito obrigada pelas suas palavras amáveis. Foi um prazer hospedá-los como seria um prazer dar-lhes as boas-vindas novamente.

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“Perfect Apartment with Beautiful View”

Reviewed 25 Sep 2017

This apartment is in a good location with patio doors leading out to a balcony with beautiful views overlooking the river. There is a walkway opposite the apartment which follows the river to the bea… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your detailed review. You were great guests, and I'd love to welcome you again - anytime.

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“Excellent”

Reviewed 19 Aug 2017

Appartement de bonne qualité, spacieux et bien équipé, un excellent accueil, je recommande vivement !

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Response from the owner Merci pour votre excellente critique; ça a été un plaisir de vous recevoir à "Casa do Rio", soyez les bienvenus à tout moment.

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“Como en nuestra casa”

Reviewed 31 Jul 2017

El apartamento es un verdadero hogar: todo lo que uno pueda necesitar, lo tiene a su disposición y en perfecto estado. La situación del apartamento es magnífica: frente al r&iacut… More

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Response from the owner Agradeço suas palavras amáveis; é sempre gratificante saber que os nossos hóspedes se sentiram bem recebidos e acomodados no nosso apartamento, pois é para isso que trabalhamos. Foi um grande prazer hospedá-los, e serão sempre bem-vindos. Obrigada por terem preferido a “Casa do Rio”.

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“Precioso apartamento al borde del rio Cávado”

Reviewed 28 Jun 2017

Lo que más nos gustó fue la vista del rio desde el balcón del apartamento. La casa está situada muy cerca de la playa y también del nucleo urbano. No se necesita coc… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your review – it was great to have you stay. Of all the nice things you said about Casa do Rio and your host, the nicest was definitely “Sinceramente, ¡estamos deseando volver!” What else can I say but thank you and be my guests again anytime.

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“Perfect place to stay”

Reviewed 5 Jul 2015

Casa de Rio is a beautiful,well-equipped first floor apartment in Ofir, across the river from Esposende on the North Portugal coast. It is spacious, beautifully decorated,and very well furnished with … More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your kind and detailed review. I loved having you at Casa do Rio and shall be happy to welcome you again anytime.

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“Very cosy apartment with an excellent view and all the necessary utilities”

Reviewed 9 Mar 2015

I travelled with my husband and two children (5 and 9) for a long weekend and this was an excellent apartament to stay in. The apartment is very cosy, spacious and the kitchen has all the necessary eq… More

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Response from the owner Thank you for your kind review. We loved having you and your family over and showing you around. We'll be happy to welcome you again anytime.

This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.

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FAQs

How do I find more info about the property?

You can get in touch with Ruth (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.

What if I have questions before I book?

Send Ruth (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

How do I contact Ruth (the owner)?

Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Ruth the owner's contact details or send them a message.

What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Ruth (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then

Or send Ruth (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

What is a booking request?

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How do I know what it will cost for my stay?

Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.

You can also request a quote from Ruth (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.

How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?

You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.

How do I pay for my vacation?

Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Ruth (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.

Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.

Why can't I call Ruth (the owner) before booking?

You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.

If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.

How do damage deposits work?

In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

How can I view and manage my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.

How do I pay the balance of my booking?

You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.

We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.

How can I withdraw my booking request?

You’ll need to contact Ruth (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.

How do I cancel my booking?

Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Ruth (the owner) a message.

If Ruth (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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