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Glistening Waters

Douro Valley And The North, Portugal

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  • Sleeps 14
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 7 Bathrooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast Service
  • Cook service
  • Swimming pool
  • Waterfront
  • Wifi

Our View

Glistening Waters is a beautifully restored riverside villa with uninterrupted Douro Valley views and its own private mooring.

In brief

  • Breathtaking views
  • Secluded waterside location
  • Private mooring

About the villa

Glistening Waters is a striking villa quietly positioned on the banks of the Douro, with sweeping river views and terraced vineyards on the opposite shore. Perfect for families or small groups, it combines privacy with effortless access to the Douro Valley’s renowned scenery and attractions.

Glistening Waters is a striking villa quietly positioned on the banks of the Douro, with sweeping river views and terraced vineyards on the opposite shore. Perfect for families or small groups, it combines privacy with effortless access to the Douro Valley’s renowned scenery and attractions.

The villa’s interiors are light-filled and open, with elegant living rooms and dining areas flowing onto broad terraces. Rolling lawns lead down to the river and a private boat dock, while the infinity pool provides a dramatic vantage point over the water. Large, fully equipped kitchens and generous dining areas make both casual and formal entertaining simple and comfortable.

Accommodation is arranged over two levels. The upper level includes a double bedroom with king-size bed and en suite shower, two twin bedrooms with en suite showers, and an additional double bedroom with en-suite shower. The lower level, accessed externally, offers a double bedroom with en suite shower and a bedroom with two twin bunk beds and en suite shower. All rooms are designed to maximise the river views and offer modern comforts.

The villa is ideally placed to explore the Douro Valley, with vineyards, wine and Port tasting experiences, river cruises, and scenic walks nearby. Local amenities are within easy reach: Alijó offers supermarkets and restaurants, Favaios has a bakery, pharmacy and dining options, and the renowned Quinta do Bomfim vineyard is 18km away.

Villa Details

Accommodation

Ground Floor

  • Entrance hall
  • Kitchen
  • Dining and living area opening onto terrace
  • Cloakroom

Upper Level

  • Double bedroom (king size bed) with shower room en suite
  • 2 twin bedrooms (can be made as king size beds) with shower room en suites
  • Double bedroom with shower room en suite

Lower Level - Accessed Externally

  • Double bedroom with shower room en suite
  • Double bedroom with 2 twin bunk beds and shower room en suite

Facilities

Children's Facilities

  • Cot and highchair

Cooking Outdoors

  • Barbecue

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • WiFi
  • Sonos sound system

Keeping Cool

  • Air conditioning throughout

Kitchen Essentials

  • Coffee machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Food processor
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Toaster

Private Pool

  • Built-in steps
  • Pool shower
  • Pool towels
  • Pool dimensions 7m x 3m

Something Special

  • Bathroom amenities
  • Private mooring

Villa Essentials

  • Hairdryers for all bathrooms
  • Washing machine
  • Tumble dryer
  • Iron & ironing board
  • Central heating included

Service & Staffing

Included

  • Welcome pack
  • Daily maid service
  • Breakfast service
  • Arrival night dinner
  • Weekly towel and linen changes

Available On Request at Additional Cost

  • Cook service
  • Pre-arrival grocery shopping
  • Wine delivery
  • Spa treatments

Important Information

CV REPRESENTATIVE 

An English speaking CV Representative will visit during your stay. Contact details will be sent with your travel documents.

TENANCY TIMES 

Arrival from 16:00hrs. Departure by 10:00hrs.

LOW WALLS

Please refer to the Health & Safety pages on CV Villas website.

Please note: There is a steep drive to access this house.

Location

Local Amenities

  • Supermarket, hospital, restaurants at Alijó 11km
  • Restaurants, pharmacy and bakery at Favaios 11.6km
  • Further amenities at Peso da Régua 43.2km

Places of Interest

  • Miradouro do Ujo 13.2km
  • Quinta do Bomfim vineyard 18km
  • Pinhão 18.3km
  • Mateus Palace and gardens 53.6km

Airport

  • Porto Airport 145km
About the area

Douro Valley And The North

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