Casa do Cerro  

On Portugal’s coast in the Madalena area of Vila Nova de Gaia, a short stroll from sandy shores. This beachfront property is about an 8-minute walk to Madalena Beach and Marbelo Beach, and roughly 0.5 miles from Canide South Beach. Set near the Douro (about 4.4 miles away) and close to famed port cellars like Cockburn Smithes, Barros Almeida and Ramos Pinto. Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport sits about 12 miles out. Family-friendly and beach-ready.

Think bright, spacious seaside stays: a roomy 3-bedroom vacation home with a terrace that offers sea views, satellite TV, an equipped kitchen and two bathrooms with walk-in shower and bidet. Towels and linens are provided. Outside, there’s a garden, outdoor swimming pool, patio and outdoor dining area for sunset meals. The property also has a shared kitchen, 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, private check-in/out and on-site laundry.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, fire up the barbecue in the picnic area or challenge friends to a game on the pool table. A bowling club on the premises and a mini-market make staying in easy. Family-friendly features include an indoor play area and outdoor play equipment. Bike rental and arranged transfers help you get out and explore — wake up to sea-breeze mornings and salty air.

Free Wi‑Fi across the property keeps you connected. The property also offers luggage storage, private check-in/out and transfer services for easy arrivals and departures.

On-site barbecue facilities and an outdoor dining area set the scene for casual, al fresco meals. A shared kitchen and a mini-market let you stock up or cook with fresh local ingredients.