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Casa do Rio Alva

Rua da Fábrica 320, 3030-450 Arganil, Portugal
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Casa do Rio Alva

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Scored 9.4
9.4
Rated superb
Superb
79 reviews

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Reliable info:
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Casa do Rio Alva is a recently renovated holiday home in Arganil, where guests can make the most of its private beach area and free bikes. This beachfront property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. On clear days, guests can head outside to enjoy the holiday home's outdoor fireplace or simply kick back and relax. The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at the holiday home can enjoy fishing and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Palace of Bussaco is 40 km from Casa do Rio Alva.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area

Property highlights

  • The entire place is yours
    3 bedrooms, 4 beds, 2 bathrooms, 100 m²

  • Parking
    Free parking, Private parking, On-site parking

  • Views
    View, Garden view, Mountain view, Terrace

  • Kitchen facilities
    Coffee machine, Electric kettle, Dining table, Refrigerator

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.7
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Arganil

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sydney
    Switzerland Switzerland
    “The property was very.serene and with nature. We were visiting family and unfortunately didn’t get to enjoy and appreciate the setting.”
  • David
    Ireland Ireland
    “wonderful setting with a lovely terrace by the river.”
  • Daniel
    Portugal Portugal
    “Casa do Rio Alva is a refuge where you can relax and wash away all the stress of the world in your own private paradise. The house is well equipped, the setting is tranquil and the outdoor facilities and access to the Alva river are amazing. The...”
  • Marco
    Netherlands Netherlands
    “Fantastic location with a direct access to the Alva river. Very bucolic”
  • Stephanus
    Portugal Portugal
    “peace and quiet but also with good internet and a smart TV”
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “A fantastic house in a brilliant location. We were only booked for one night. Next time we'll book for a week. There is absolutely nothing to fault. Videos via WhatsApp on how to find key, open barbecue area and woodshed made everything simple. A...”
  • Maria
    Portugal Portugal
    “Casa muito bem equipada, com muito charme e numa localização fantástica. Excelente para uns dias em família.”
  • Kristian
    Portugal Portugal
    “The gorgeous location on the river is simply divine! You can hear the river running and watch the sunset over the trees. We didn’t get on the water as it was cool weather but we were able to sit outside and listen to while watching the birds, an...”
  • Rui
    Portugal Portugal
    “Cada detalhe deste lugar transmite paz: o som dos pássaros ao amanhecer, o murmúrio do rio, o silêncio da noite e a sensação de que o tempo desacelerou para permitir que cada momento seja vivido sem pressa. Um cenário perfeito para #unplugtoconect”
  • José
    Portugal Portugal
    “Local paradisíaco para uma estadia em família ou romântica… um verdadeiro prazer para os sentidos, excelente para não pensar em nada. Recomendo vivamente.”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Luis Barroso

Company review score: 9.7Based on 72 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

Casa do Rio Alva is a very special place with free access to Rio! Located in the village of Secarias in the heart of nature in central Portugal, 4 km from Vila de Arganil and 55 km from the city of Coimbra, Casa do Rio Alva has 3 bedrooms overlooking the river, a comfortable living room, a kitchen equipped with all the basic utensils, an outdoor wood oven, an outdoor barbecue, free parking, and several areas of gardens and terraces with private access to the river.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Facilities of Casa do Rio Alva
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Beachfront
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Private beach area

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Fast free WiFi 441 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.

    Kitchen

    • Children's high chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bidet
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area

    Media & Technology

    • Flat-screen TV
    • Cable channels
    • TV

    Room Amenities

    • Socket near the bed
    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Private entrance
    • Iron

    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor fireplace
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Beachfront
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Sun terrace
    • Private beach area
    • Barbecue
    • BBQ facilities
    • Patio
    • Terrace
    • Garden

    Wellness

    • Sun loungers or beach chairs

    Food & Drink

    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Activities

    • Beach
    • Hiking
    • Fishing

    Outdoor & View

    • River view
    • Landmark view
    • Mountain view
    • Garden view
    • Lake view
    • View

    Building characteristics

    • Detached

    Transport

    • Bicycle rental

    Reception services

    • Invoice provided

    Entertainment and family services

    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles

    Miscellaneous

    • Air conditioning
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers

    Languages spoken

    • English
    • Spanish
    • Portuguese

    House rules
    Casa do Rio Alva takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:30 to 20:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 10:30 to 11:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    Children 14 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free

    The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cots are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Casa do Rio Alva in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    License number: 121088/AL