About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Retiro de Basto in Celorico de Basto offers a holiday home with a saltwater swimming pool, sun terrace, and a beautiful garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Leisure Facilities: Guests can enjoy an outdoor play area, children's playground, and barbecue facilities. The lounge provides a relaxing space, while the outdoor seating area offers a perfect spot to unwind. Convenient Location: Located 17 mi from Guimarães Castle and Palace Duques de Bragança, Retiro de Basto is also close to Salado Memorial (19 mi) and Canicada Lake (29 mi). Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is 48 mi away. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its family-friendly atmosphere and convenient location, Retiro de Basto ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Kara
Sweden Sweden
The house was beautiful. Bigger and nicer than I imagined and I had pretty high expectations. Loved having a full bathroom for each bedroom. The pool is beautiful (although a bit chilly). They were very responsive when we messaged them.
Thaidy
Portugal Portugal
Amazing space for big groups. Nice pool space and living room to accommodate everyone. Nice rooms and comfortable beds. Nice pool and barbecue areas. And the host incredible.
Antonio
Spain Spain
Segunda vez que voy, y seguire yendo cada vez que pueda porque es un entorno maravilloso, la casa y todo muy cuidado al detalle y desconectas desde el minuto 1, el trato es muy bueno y muy comprensibles con todo. Gracias por todo y espero volver...
Teresa
Spain Spain
La casa es preciosa y la finca también. El panorama, la vista maravillosa.
Jessica
Portugal Portugal
A casa era bastante acolhedora, bem decorada e espaçosa para 4 pessoas ou até 6! A vista é incrível! 🥰 Adorámos tudo!
Natercia
Portugal Portugal
A localização do alojamento, situada num enquadramento belíssimo.
Miguel
Spain Spain
La casa es espectacular,grande y con mucho espacio tanto interior como exterior.Todo muy limpio y bien cuidado en general,los anfitriones fueron muy amables y nos dejaron entrar antes de tiempo.Para repetir sin duda.
Elisete
Portugal Portugal
Zona sossegada, casa com boas condições e muito espaçosa. A proprietária deixou-nos à vontade, sempre disponível quando foi necessário. Espaço exterior muito bonito. Apesar de ter ido no Inverno, tem todas as condições para uma estadia muito...
Brunet
France France
La maison climatisée est très agréable, la tranquillité, la vue imprenable et la grande piscine. Sans oublier le barbecue ! Pas de bruit extérieur sauf les oiseaux
Cristiana
Portugal Portugal
Adoramos a nossa estadia, foi a segunda vez que ficamos aqui , e sem dúvida que vamos voltar 😊

Managed by Vértice Principal

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Property info

Retiro de Basto is a charming property comprising three residences: a 5-bedroom house and two 2-bedroom houses. These residences share access to a spacious swimming pool with a panoramic garden and a recreational field. Each residence stands independently, featuring its own outdoor area and private barbecue zone, and is available for full rental. The 5-bedroom house is approximately 300 meters from the two T2 residences, which are adjacent to each other. An internal uphill dirt road links the three houses, accessible on foot or by car. The shared pool is conveniently located halfway between the 5-bedroom and 2-bedroom residences. Retiro de Basto is a resort surrounded by the lush nature of the Minho region, renowned for its enchanting landscapes and rich eno-gastronomic culture. Located in Soutelo de Ribas, Celorico de Basto (Braga), it offers a privileged and tranquil setting while being conveniently close to the towns and villages of the Basto area and some of the most beautiful historical towns of Northern Portugal. Porto is just a one-hour drive away. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: Kids up to 12 years stay at no extra cost in adults' rooms. Additional beds for guests over 12 are available at an extra nightly cost. SHARED SWIMMING POOL: closed from October 1st to April 15th each year. Breakfast and service or daily room cleaning are not provided. PETS ALLOWED at no extra cost. SHARED PLAYING FIELD.

Neighborhood info

Retiro de Basto is ideally located among several beautiful historic Portuguese cities, making it a perfect base for day trips. You can easily visit Guimarães (28 km), Braga (54 km), Amarante (31 km), and Barcelos (70 km). Celorico de Basto is one of the stages of the "Ecopista do Tâmega," a stunning 40-kilometer pedestrian and cycle path along the Tâmega River. This route is marked by the vineyards of Vale do Tâmega and offers beautiful views of Serra do Marão, Alto da Senhora da Graça, and the Alvão Natural Park. Retiro de Basto is just an hour away from the magnificent Peneda-Gerês National Park (47 km), the only natural park in Portugal with this classification. In and around the park, you can enjoy numerous leisure activities such as hiking along mountain trails, rafting, kayaking, horseback riding, paragliding, and downhill mountain biking. Situated on the "Rota do Românico" (Route of the Romanesque), Retiro de Basto offers access to a fascinating route that crosses the Sousa, Douro, and Tâmega valleys. This route features 58 monuments that are part of the Romanesque architectural heritage of northern Portugal. In addition to these activities, Minho is a renowned region for wine and food tourism. It is home to the Vinho Verde demarcated wine region, where several wineries offer tastings and guided tours of their vineyards and productions. Minho's cuisine is also a highlight, with local delicacies such as Bacalhau à Braga (Braga-style cod), rojões, lamprey, and the delicious Abade de Priscos pudding being popular choices. With its strategic location and access to a variety of cultural, natural, and gastronomic experiences, Retiro de Basto offers an irresistible invitation to explore and enjoy the best of northern Portugal.

Languages Spoken

English,Italian,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of Retiro de Basto

Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
13+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Retiro de Basto of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 94294/AL

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