Herica

Europe / Portugal / Pinhão

Right at the heart of the Douro Valley in north Portugal, this villa with pool and game room affords spectacular views over the steep vineyard terraces producing one of the best wines in the region - unwind and enjoy a relaxing holiday in this corner of paradise, with breakfast served daily on your terrace with panoramic views!

up to 3
Bedrooms
up to 6
Guests
3
Bathrooms
from 7
Min. Nights

Overview

Located at the edge of a rural hamlet, Villa Herica is a well-equipped villa for six guests (plus three on request), offering cook service on request. It also offers modern-day conveniences such as a local mobile phone and a tablet, for guests to use as a reference guide to the region.

Right next-door is luxury Vista Gloriose for 8 (plus three guests). Both villas can be rented together for larger parties (benefiting from a special discount) or individually. Included in one week rentals (or longer) at this property are added value extras such as: a complimentary “local gastronomy” meal; a visit to one of the Port producing Quintas with wine tasting; and weather permitting, a vineyard terraces picnic plus a two hour Rabelo boat ride on the Douro. The excellent and friendly staff speak Portuguese, French and English and as well as looking after your daily needs, double up as local tour guides or babysitter on request.

Accommodations

Lower Level

  • Entrance to a spacious open plan sitting/dining room with fireplace
  • Guest WC
  • Fully equipped kitchen with staff access to the exterior

Middle Level

  • Small sitting room with double sofa bed opening onto to pool terrace
  • Outdoor dining area with steps to a higher panoramic terrace level
  • Fully equipped laundry room
  • Pool terrace with shower room/WC
  • Game room

Top Level

  • Chill-out panoramic terrace

WARNING NOTES: Due to unprotected drops from the various terraced levels, this property is not ideal for toddlers and young children must be supervised.

DISTANCES

  • Pinhão (river marina, supermarket, specialist wine & regional product shops): 8 km
  • Alijó (larger supermarkets): 15 km
  • Provesende (one of the protected Heritage Site villages, also features a great restaurant): 5 km
  • Porto Airport (with motorway link from Vila Real): 120 km

Features

3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms

Sleeps 6 People

Cot

High Chair

Wi-Fi Access

Washer

Dryer

Dining Area

Fully Equipped Kitchen

Fireplace

Terrace

Al Fresco Dining

Pool Lounge Chairs

Pool Table

Game Room

Daily Housekeeping


Details

Pool Details

Private swimming pool

Staff and Services

2 Hours daily maid service
Daily breakfast
Courtesy dinner during the stay (not arrival night)
Quinta do Bomfim visit & wine tasting
Vineyard terraces picnic (weather permitting)
Two hour Rabelo boat ride on the Douro river
Port served on arrival

Staff and Services (at Additional Cost)

Chef service
Babysitting

Location Details

Pinhão (river marina, supermarket, specialist wine & regional product shops): 8 km
Alijó (larger supermarkets): 15 km
Provesende (one of the protected Heritage Site villages, also features a great restaurant): 5 km
Porto Airport (with motorway link from Vila Real): 120 km


Rates

Travel Dates Bedrooms Min. Night Stay Nightly Rates
December 30, 2023 - March 30, 2024
3 7 $636 *
March 30, 2024 - June 29, 2024
3 7 $780 *
June 29, 2024 - August 31, 2024
3 7 $821 *
August 31, 2024 - November 02, 2024
3 7 $780 *
November 02, 2024 - December 14, 2024
3 7 $636 *
December 14, 2024 - December 28, 2024
3 7 $780 *
December 28, 2024 - March 29, 2025
3 7 $636 *
March 29, 2025 - June 28, 2025
3 7 $780 *
June 28, 2025 - August 30, 2025
3 7 $821 *
August 30, 2025 - November 01, 2025
3 7 $780 *
November 01, 2025 - December 13, 2025
3 7 $636 *
December 13, 2025 - December 27, 2025
3 7 $780 *
USD rates above based on approximate currency conversion. Holiday dates may not be listed in rate chart. Rates are subject to change without notice. Please confirm rate, holiday dates, and currency with your Villa Specialist at time of booking.

Security Deposit Details

£250 Pre-collected

Minimum Stay Details

Minimum night stay may vary by property. Contact a villa specialist to confirm.

Accidental Damage Waiver

A $199 Accidental Damage Waiver applies to every reservation.

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Villa information may change without notice and should be confirmed with our villa rental specialists.