House 5 minutes from the beach, Heated pool and 2 SPA | Villa in Viana do Castelo

9.6 (17 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   7 Bedrooms  5 Bathrooms  18 Guests
Ancora Villa | House 5 minutes from the beach, Heated pool and 2 SPA

7 Bedroom Villa in Ancora, Viana do Castelo

Villa with 5000 square meters of lawn space, 6 +1 BEDROOMS, ADMITS A MAXIMUM OF 18 PEOPLE, located close to the Anchor River, an ideal place to coexist with nature and observe the surrounding birdlife.
Gated property.
SILENCE AND TOTAL PRIVACY.
Parties not permitted, nor noise after 11pm.
It has fast wifi, 2 free canoes to enjoy the river and the river beach, games room, table tennis, private outdoor pool heated to 30 degrees, 2 Jacuzzis at 40 degrees all year round, one of them in CASA DA ÁRVORE, right by above the river and the casacata, lawn tennis court, rackets, mini-golf irons available free of charge on well-kept lawn. Natural massage waterfalls next door.
SPA/jaccuzzi open all year round!
New: tree house also with wifi and bathroom for the kids to enjoy the river and the birdlife!
Private indoor parking for 5 cars.
The River house, Ideal for a peaceful holiday | 700 m2 loft-style house next to the Anchor River. Come and discover the comfort of this house and its natural pool. In the south courtyard, the house has a large balcony with access to the 6 bedrooms AND 5 BATHROOMS. Excellent location. House located very close to the beaches of Ancora, Moledo and Afife.
Nice, calm place, with exuberant nature, lots of native vegetation and lots of birds. The property has its own access to the river and the river beach, via rustic stairs that go down the bank. The farm is walled and has a remote-controlled gate.
The RIVER HOUSE, ground floor and spacious, comprises a 60 m2 lounge with living area, unlimited wifi, dining room with seating for up to 20 people, 5 +2 bedrooms all with terrace and heating (three suites, two of them with 1 with a double bed each + baby bed, and the other with 5 single beds; another bedroom with 4 beds (twin beds, which can be joined together), and also a bedroom with 3 twin beds and 1 double bunk bed, ideal for teenagers or children And another sixth small bedroom with single bed.
Therefore, they sleep more than 19. Ideal: up to 16 people.
Enjoy outdoor dining with a BBQ area and table for eighteen!
Hot bread at 300m.
Other restaurants with fresh fish 1.5km away. Great for rest, parties, hiking, trails, climbing and orienteering, retreats and leisure.
Fully equipped kitchen with 3 different coffee machines, washing machine and dishwasher, 2 microwaves, modern induction hob, electric hob, toaster, electric roaster, magic blender, toaster, hot water kettle, 2 large combined refrigerators, freezer, cutlery, plates, induction pans, baking dishes, frying pans, corkscrews, colanders, everything.
Coffee: The house has 3 coffee machines: a Nespresso type that uses Dolce Gusto capsules. Another normal Espresso type that uses ground coffee. And another bag.
In the garden: tables with Caribbean straw hats next to the river, also a large stone barbecue and another portable one, additional stone table on the river bank; volleyball court with net and 12 sun loungers.
In the solarium, fully protected from prying eyes, additional wooden table and chairs for 18.
Bed linen and towels are provided by us.
Canoes to visit the water mills and enjoy all the uniqueness of the natural landscape, heritage and cultural elements present along the river.
In the river, you can also see the Northern Boga and the Common Boga, the Water Lizard, the Common Midwife Toad, and the Pointed-Snouted Frog (which is almost threatened with extinction)
1.5 km from the number one beach in Portugal (according to the English newspaper INDEPENDENT): Vila Praia de Ancora.
Easy access allows visits to the north or south: Viana do Castelo is a city you cannot miss. To the north you can visit Moledo, Caminha and take the ferry to Spain where you can visit Monte de Santa Tecla with its castros and from its top observe the spectacular views of the estuary of the river Minho, a place where nature is still respected .
The house is close to the mouth of the River Minho, where you can practice various water sports (canoeing, rafting, watercraft rental, sailing, rowing). Possibility to rent a Taxi - a boat that allows you to go to the beach either on Ilha dos Amores or on the island of Forte da Ínsua.
Leisure dynamics associated with natural values ​​through the use of the 5 trails available in the Natura 2000 Network area (Arga mountains, right next door). The ENTRE O MAR E A MONTANHA trail, with a scenic and ecological scope and a short route, starts at the Camarido campsite, passing through the walls to Alto da Espiga, allowing you to enjoy the beautiful landscapes over the Estuary of the Coura and Minho rivers. continues to the Romanesque hermitage of S Pedro de Varais, where you can see a magnificent landscape over the Âncora river valley and the Atlantic coast.

House 5 minutes from the beach, Heated pool and 2 SPA is located in Ancora. House 5 minutes from the beach, Heated pool and 2 SPA provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Hot Tub, among other amenities. This Villa features Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Hot Tub, to make your stay a comfortable one.

House 5 minutes from the beach, Heated pool and 2 SPA has 7 Bedrooms , 5 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 18 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Villa because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Villa, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Villa has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ancora has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Villa in Ancora, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
Pool
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Oceanfront
Accessibility
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Jetted bathtub
  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • 7 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Blender
  • Microwave
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen island
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Near the beach
Parking
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Golfing on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Golf privileges
Entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Stereo
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Video games
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
General
  • Unit size: 8611 sq ft (800 sq m)
  • Smartphone data usage (unlimited)
  • French
  • Italian
  • German
  • Portuguese
  • Dutch
  • Finnish
  • Spanish
  • Danish
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the river
  • On the lake
  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • Desk
  • Printer
  • Office
  • Desk chair
Guest Services
  • Children's toys
  • Highchair
  • Playground
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Babysitting service available
  • Stair gate
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Cabinet locks
  • Travel crib
  • Baby monitor
  • Safe
  • Local meal delivery service
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Chef
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
  • Terrace
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
Skiing
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Close to skiing
Spa
  • Fence around the pool
  • Hot tub
  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 20
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;maximum event attendees: 5
Pet Policy
3 total pets pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 5 property registration number 39810/al safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

License number: 39810/AL

Reviews

Russell H.
Sep 4, 2025 02:01:45 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Fabulous location and a wonderful host. The house is lovely, but a bit tired. However, the location, grounds and our host Manuel more than made up for it. Fantastic holiday for all the family
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FAQ's

Is this Ancora villa pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Ancora villa have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Ancora villa has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Ancora villa?

Best-rates for the Ancora villa starts from $582 per night with includes Private Pool, Ocean View, Balcony/Terrace, Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, Internet, Laundry, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Hot Tub, Kitchen, Air Conditioner, Parking, Pool, Oceanfront, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, View with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Ancora villa a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this villa Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the villa has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Ancora villa wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Ancora villa has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Ancora villa?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Ancora villa indicates 1 day stay policy at this villa. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Ancora villa?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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