Grande Vista Douro

Fantastic house. The views are breathtaking. Outstanding facilities and equipment. Lovely space. Very fast wifi.

Nothing.

The property has been well designed to maximise the plot to achieve a three bedroom en-suite plus tiny pool. The upstairs open plan living kitchen is pleasant and views to the Douro and surrounding vineyards are stunning.

Unfortunately the first thing you see on entering the villa is a prominent sign stating the time you must leave by. Also notices about conserving towels to reduce laundry. But inaccurate information for guests about using the swim current and lights in the very small pool. The control box had been sealed shut with shower sealant. We messaged the owners for instructions. After more than a day we received a reply asking us to contact a neighbour who did not speak any English. I don’t expect people in other countries to speak English, but the provision of written instructions in any language would have meant we could translate them. Be careful using the pool, there are sharp edges where an underwater seat and steps have been constructed. My careful 13 year old son hurt his leg. It was pretty useless for him without the swim current. Please do not try to park adjacent to the house down the precariously steep drive. We had hired an SUV and even this did not have the power to reverse out and turning it around in a tiny space was almost impossible due to the gradient differences - one wheel of the vehicle was literally in the air.

Beautiful views; very well equipped

Very windy road going up/down; some cupboards stuffed with owners”equipment

You can’t beat the location. Gorgeous views overlooking the Douro Valley.

we had trouble with getting hot water. we had to message owner several times, but he did finally get it working on day 2.

Wonderful views of the mountains and the Douro River