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GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage

Apartment near Porto Historic Center in Porto

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A modern house with a glass facade, a staircase leading to a covered entrance, and a sculpture of a mythical creature.
A modern building with a glass facade, a staircase, and lush greenery.
A patio with a table, chairs, and a covered umbrella. There is a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern room with a glass wall overlooking a lush garden. There is a table with a bowl of fruit and a lamp.
A modern living room with a sofa, a table, and a chair. There is a glass door leading to an outdoor area with plants and a staircase.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3431 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Porto
  • Place, Porto Historic Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bolhao Market
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Porto Cathedral
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Porto

Seaside stay .Within a 15-minute walk of this Bonfim apartment, you'll find Porto Historic Center and Bolhao Market. Poveiros Square and Gardens of Nova Sintra are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Porto Historic Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bolhao Market - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Avenida dos Aliados - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Porto Cathedral - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Dom Luis I Bridge - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Campo 24 Agosto Station - 4 min walk
  • Campanhã Station - 15 min walk
  • Porto Airport (OPO) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Combi Coffee Co. - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Meridians & Parallels - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Terraplana - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Odete Bakery - ‬4 min walk

About this property

GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage

This is the perfect home for those who like to relax at the end of the day, after exploring the city, drinking a Porto wine in the beautiful and exotic tropical garden!
The whole house opens on glass over the garden and the two small fish ponds, which is very pleasant even at night, as the garden is lit and heated on cold nights!

With an excellent location in the heart of Porto, set in the lush and exotic garden of a typical house of Porto from the end of the 19th century, this house allows you to enjoy a relaxing and refined atmosphere in the heart of the city.

The house consists of glazed spaces over the garden, with living room, bedroom with a comfortable double bed, kitchenette and bathroom, that through three sliding panels allows you to isolate the area of the livingroom where is the sofa bed for two persons (1, 45 x 2.05), making this space a second room independent of the dining area.
The silence and tranquility of these spaces are guaranteed by double glazing.

The house is only 40 m2 but is very well equipped and very comfortable.
In summer the house is always very fresh, hence it is not necessary to have air conditioning. And in winter it is well heated, making it very comfortable.

The kitchen is fully equipped, including vitro-ceramic hob, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, oven, grill, espresso machine, coffee machine, kettle, etc. And in the house there is also a washing machine and a vacuum cleaner, 26 ”LCD television and Wi-Fi connection.

We offer fresh fruits and Porto wine for consumption on arrival free.
On the floor above the house there is an ample glazing made of glass brick from the garage, which is for your exclusive use if you come by car.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Soundproofing
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 431 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 29424/AL

Frequently asked questions

How close is GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage to the airport?

This apartment is 12.2 mi (21-min drive) away from the Porto Airport (OPO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage to the beach?

This apartment is 12.4 mi (31-min drive) from Matosinhos Beach and 4.6 mi (8-min drive) from Carneiro Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Casino Espinho (17-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage to downtown Porto?

This apartment is 1 mi away from Porto.

GARDEN HOUSE in Historical Center, with Garage Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 138 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 138 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 138 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 138 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 138 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ron A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was just as advertised and just close enough to downtown to walk but far enough away to be quiet like we had hoped. Very peaceful with lots of good restaurants nearby. Jorge was very helpful upon arrival explaining the area and what we needed to know about our stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property had everything required for a comfortable stay. Nice patio. Comfortable bed. If you are 185cm or taller the shower is awkward. I’d suggest staying somewhere else. Overall the bathroom is a tight squeeze.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

greg m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This a beautiful place to stay in Porto. We spent 6 nights here. While we loved the city, but were so happy when we got back to our oasis. Gorge is kind and responsive. We could not have asked for a better start to our vacation in Portugal.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a wonderful and very unique place to stay in a quiet residential neighborhood within walking distance to all of the attractions in Porto. Nearby restaurants, cafes, bakeries and bars give you access to lots of local food and drink options When we arrived, Jorge was a very personable host, giving us a nice overview of the many tourist destinations in and around town as well as several restaurant recommendations. The fully equipped rental space is located below the included garage space for your rental car, down steps below street level in an enclosed tropical garden space filled with plants from all over the world along with two Koi ponds. Truly feels like you’re staying in a resort in the tropics! The host stocked the kitchen with a full fruit bowl, some munchies, lots of coffee, and several adult beverages, all very much appreciated. We highly recommend the Garden house as your base while visiting Porto!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Garden House was a true oasis in Porto. Beautifully appointed and nicely designed looking over a lovely garden with water features and coi fish. Our host, Jorge, was so helpful in telling us where to and where to eat. A truce sanctuary!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Manuela and Jorge are excellent hosts. They gave us the warmest welcome we have ever had at a VRBO with lots of information about what to do in Porto. Great location, easy walk into city centre and lots of places to eat and drink in the area. We would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deb S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This place had it all!

We had an outstanding stay. This place has everything. You won’t be disappointed. Garden, patio, wine, fruit! Fully equipped kitchen including staples like oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. The bathroom was well stocked as well. Very comfortable! Thanks Manuela for all the great recommendations. We ate like kings and queens!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jackie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay. Outstanding host who personally met with us when we checked in and offered terrific advice on restaurants, how to get around the city, bars, and so much more. Everything he suggested was top notch. There was everything we needed in the unit. Grocery store and bakery within less than few minutes walk. The place was so relaxing with the gentle sound of the water. I loved the fish. The location was ideal and having a place to park our car made it even easier. The only downside was a small bathroom, but that wouldn’t distract us from staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marty O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Porto Visit September 2024

Everything about our stay in this apartment met our expectations. The apartment is tastefully furnished, comfortable, safe and secure and well equipped. It is located in a quiet neighborhood and ideally positioned for exploring Porto. A nearby metro stop makes it easy to get around the city and Uber rides were easy to arrange and use. The host was friendly and very helpful suggesting things to do and places to see. We enjoyed our stay and we would definitely stay with this host again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved this Garden Getaway

Garden House was a perfect place for our stay in Porto. It’s in a neighborhood with tree-lined streets just east of Porto city center. You can reach most things in the city center within a 10-15 minute walk and the riverfront area in about 20-30 minutes depending on the route you take. That said, there are plenty of restaurants, bars, cafes, and groceries near Garden House that we opted for when we wanted to stay close by. We loved walking right around the corner to a bakery called Chicana- they had the best brioche croissants.As for Garden House- the property provides a serene escape from the bustling tourist areas. The floor-to-ceiling windows make the space feel encapsulated in a rich garden with fish ponds. We appreciated the well-equipped kitchen, the comfortable sitting areas, and the house’s unique aesthetic and design. The hosts are incredibly kind people and gave us several recommendations of restaurants to try and things to see.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Trevor B.

Unique Private accomodation

Location is good with many of the main sites within a 20 - 30 minute walk. Nice to have garage parking but we rarely took the car out. Bed was great, but furniture (chairs/couch) need to be replaced/updated. Shower is quite tight, so if you're a large person you're not going to enjoy that. SItting outside in your own private garden was a great way to end the day. Had problems with the washer, but there's a laundry mat within a block. Be sure to check out the cemetery just south west of the apartment - a beautiful, intriguing experience. Would be tight for more than one couple, but Jorge has a 3 bed accomodation in the same yard that I would suggest looking at.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ed C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An oasis during Porto visit

Jorge is an amazing host who went above and beyond to help us enjoy our time in Porto. I admired structural evidence of his experience as a professional architect in the renovated tiny house - it's small but feature packed. The decorations inside reflect his passion as restorer of classic items (cars, lamps, furniture). Open the doors and you'll step out to an oasis of tropical plants, trees, and water features. The place provides a special environment for mental and physical rest after a full day of exploring Porto! The house is within easy walking distance of the city center with many new and diverse restaurants nearby. You can tell that Jorge is proud of his city and he eagerly shared how to explore Porto. He marked up a paper map with a local's perspective on places we might like to visit, where to eat, and how to get there. That was really valuable to make the most of our time and energy while we were out and about. Lastly, the Garden House is full of amenities and clean - absurdly clean. The level of care and effort required to make that a repeated experience guest after guest is stunning and reflects the host's thoughtfulness for his guests. I will definitely return for future stays at the Garden House.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sussie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fremragende ophold

Vi er netop kommet hjem fra 8 fantastiske dage i Porto. Vi fandt vores bolig på VRBO og alt har fungeret. Vi har i hele forløbet modtaget en fremragende service fra udlejer - Manuela og Jorge. De har meget venligt hjulpet med oplevelser, restauranter og andre gode råd. Selve boligen er en oplevelse i sig selv. Ikke stor, men havde ALT hvad vi skulle bruge. Haven var fantastisk og huset lå meget centralt i et dejligt fredeligt kvarter. Alt var velholdt, pænt og rent og fungerede optimalt. Vi er 120% tilfredse og kan absolut anbefale denne bolig (og udlejer). TAK.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marta H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing tranquility!

Jorge’s property is just perfect! Everything you need for a great stay. The patio area with coy ponds are so wonderful for a morning coffee. The kitchen is well equipped. The place is small but incredibly functional. Location is perfect- just a short walk to plenty of great restaurants. Easy 10-15 minute walk to historical Porto. Jorge was so helpful with directions and even restaurant reservations. We will return !
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

City oasis of quiet and beauty.

Host met us and showed us our lovely rental, and gave us great touring advice. The apartment is set in a tropical garden and well outfitted for a day Porto stay. Easy walking to most sites. Great for a couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for short stay in Porto

The Garden House is a compact space where everything you could need has been thought of. It was comfortable and convenient for 2 people, and is visually pleasing both inside and out, with a sitting area in the walled-in garden and Koi ponds. The accommodations were spotlessly clean, and convenient to walking the historic district of Porto, the metro, groceries and the river. Jorge was a perfect host and kindly provided a few extras and also recommendations for restaurants and things to do. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cristiane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Lovely place with all that you need, super quiet but well located to walk to central Porto and enjoy the sites. Jorge and Manuella are very nice hosts and I would happily book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique

Séjour magnifique !! Emmanuella nous a réservé un accueil chaleureux et a pris le temps de nous expliquer les endroits à visiter et à fréquenter. L'appartement est très agréable et très fonctionnel A proximité de tous, je vous le conseille vivement. Toutes nos félicitations et un grand merci pour tout Sylvie / Eric
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philippe T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Très bon séjour

Accueil, situation, maison, tout est parfait !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mendizabal v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour

Nous voudrions remercier Manuela et Jorge pour leur gentillesse et tous les renseignements apportés. Nous avons passés un excellent séjour dans cet agréable jardin et cet appartement donc la propreté est irréprochable !!Emplacement idéal à proximité de tout!! Maison très calme avec en plus une place de parking privative!! Nous recommandons cet appartement les yeux fermés !! Encore un grand merci pour tout!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ilidio B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice garden apartment beautiful

Nice place with a beautiful garden nice and clean me and my wife had a great time there the area is nice close to everything we recommend
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

Séor

Séjour parfait dans cet espace enchanteur - accueil personnalisé et chaleureux. Que de bons mot pour l'ensemble de ce séjour!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Heavenly

This space is too small to describe our lovely, unforgettable stay at the gardenhouse ! J&M
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

Constant P.

Great place to be.

Easy to visit Porto from appartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Armand L.

Chaleureux accueil

Merci à Manuela pour sa gentillesse, son attention et sa disponibilité. Elle nous a donné de bonnes adresses, cela nous a permis de bien optimiser notre court séjour. Le jardin est magnifique et la conception du logement très recherchée avec des détails très raffinés. (Le travail de l'architecte !). Nous recommandons ce lieu et garderons un excellent souvenir de Porto. Marie-Thé et Armand.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

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