Featuring mountain views, Alminhas House in Alapela provides accommodations, free bikes, a garden, and barbecue facilities. This property offers access to table tennis, darts, and free private parking. The homestay features an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar, as well as a wellness packages and a 24-hour front desk. The units have a fully equipped kitchen with dining area, a dishwasher, and an oven. Each room has a coffee machine, a private bathroom, and free Wifi, while some rooms have a terrace and some have lake views. At the homestay, each unit has a TV with satellite channels. There is a coffee shop and bar. For guests with children, the homestay offers kids pool, an indoor play area, and outdoor play equipment. If you'd like to discover the area, cycling and hiking are possible in the surrounding area. Braga Se Cathedral is 20 miles from Alminhas House, while Shipyards of Viana do Castelo is 21 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport, 21 miles from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.2)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3:
2 bunk beds
Bedroom 4:
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 futon bed
1 queen bed
and
1 futon bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10
Facilities
10
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
8.2
High score for Alapela
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  • Jacqueline
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The garden and the house were beautifull Very friendly host
  • Victor
    France France
    Les équipements, le calme, la propreté et surtout l’accueil
  • Sergio
    Spain Spain
    Las instalaciones exteriores son excelentes. La piscina tiene dos vestuarios, lavandería y un bar completo. La Señora Fátima es un encanto. Nos agasajó con productos típicos de la zona. Propiedad muy recomendable.

Hosted by Maria de Fátima Costa

10
10
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Maria de Fátima Costa
Looking for a place to relax and restore energy ?? You've already found it. Casa das Alminhas, dating from 1837, has 181 years of history and has been completely remodeled. It has a spacious living room with fireplace, flat screen TV with video games, DVD and attached dining area fully equipped with furniture from the 19th century. XVII. The tall windows throughout the house offer a sense of closeness to nature and a bright environment in its 4 bedrooms. You can prepare your own meals in a large fully equipped kitchen. This accommodation offers you an outdoor recreation area where you can restore your energies with 2000m2 where there are beautiful gardens with children's playground, 2 car parks (covered and uncovered) and a completely private swimming pool with 70 m2. Attached to the swimming pool is a block with 24-hour self-service bar (consumption of the bar not included), 2 bathrooms and in the upper part a panoramic terrace where privately and privately can enjoy sunbathing. It also has a garden with flowers with a lake in the interior and another lake in the exterior. We have a health professional, available 24 hours if necessary, at no additional cost.
My name is Maria de Fátima Costa, who has been married for 32 years and I have a training course as Assistant Director. I speak English. About 20 years ago, I left my career to devote myself full time to supporting family members. Since then and due to the breadth of the house, I decided to remodel it by dividing the old house, from another house that I built in annex. I consider myself an honest person, dedicated and always ready to help others. I like to meet new people, new cultures, new languages and these are the main values that guided my decision to open the oldest part of the house to all the nationalities and cultures that want to visit it.
This magnificent accommodation is located in Fonte Boa between the beach and the countryside. In addition, you can visit traditional restaurants serving local cuisine and night spots 2 km away. It is located in the vicinity of several locations and also 3 km from the beach of Ofir, 1 km from the fluvial beach of the Cávado river, where you can enjoy various walks and water sports, 5 km from the Barca do Lago golf course, 40 km from Porto International Airport and 30 km from the city of Braga. Come visit us
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of Alminhas House
Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Off-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Bar crawls
    Additional charge
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Horseback riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Bowling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Ping-pong
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • CD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruit
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Strollers
  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Swimming pool toys
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Kids' pool
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM

Check-out

From 12:00 AM to 12:00 PM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of EUR 150 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 128. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Alminhas House 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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Medical monitoring is available for guests quarantined due to coronavirus (COVID-19). This may be provided in person or virtually, depending on the property type and location.

A damage deposit of € 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected as a cash payment. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full, in cash, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 67636/AL

FAQs about Alminhas House

  • Alminhas House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Bowling
    • Ping-pong
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Windsurfing
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Walking tours
    • Horseback riding
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Bicycle rental
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Swimming pool
    • Themed dinners
    • Live music/Performance
    • Bar crawls
    • Beach

  • Alminhas House is 2,450 feet from the center of Alapela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Alminhas House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Alminhas House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.