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!
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 babysit 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
Features
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms
Sleeps 6 Guests
Pool Table
Fireplace
Fully Equipped Kitchen
Wi-Fi Access
Al Fresco Dining
Pool Lounge Chairs
Game Room
Washer
Dryer
Daily Housekeeping
Fully Equipped Laundry Room
Air Conditioning
Children Welcome
Internet
Laundry In-Villa
Kitchen Amenities
Property Amenities
Entertainment Amenities
Housekeeping
Details
Pool Details
Private swimming poolStaff and Services
2 Hours daily maid serviceDaily breakfast
Courtesy dinner during the stay (not arrival night)
Courtesy use of a local mobile phone with €10 credit & tablet computer during stay
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 is available on requestBabysitting service
Location Details
Pinhão (river marina, supermarket, specialist wine & regional product shops): 8 kmAlijó (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 |
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| 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. | |||
Tax Service Charge Details *Additional beds: supplement of €375 p/person p/week or €40 p/person p/night, paid locally | |||
Security Deposit Details£250 Pre-collected | |||
Minimum Stay DetailsMinimum night stay may vary by property. Contact a villa specialist to confirm. | |||
Exclusive Offers
To qualify for 3 miles per $1 spent, bookings must be made through the Villas of Distinction for United MileagePlus program. Miles earned are awarded to only one traveler per villa booking. The actual number of miles earned by a member will be based upon the total base nightly villa rate excluding taxes, fees and optional fees. MileagePlus number must be provided prior to travel for mileage offer to be fulfilled. Miles are posted to member's accounts 6-8 weeks after travel has been completed. Bookings must be paid in U.S. currency. New bookings only. Offers are subject to availability, capacity-controlled and may be changed or withdrawn at any time without notice. Other restrictions may apply.
Reserve your best getaway yet and receive up to a $2,000 Concierge Credit* to use towards services and excursions. Are you ready to elevate your vacation? How about a chef-prepared dinner overlooking the ocean in St. Martin, or a private catamaran cruise in the U.S. Virgin Islands to celebrate the New Year? The options are endless, and the choice is all yours.
Here’s how you can earn:
| Amount Spent | Concierge Credit Amount |
| $5,000-$15,000 | $150 |
| $15,001-$25,000 | $250 |
| $25,001-$35,000 | $350 |
| $35,001-$50,000 | $500 |
| $50,001-$75,000 | $750 |
| $75,001-$100,000 | $1,000 |
| $100,001+ | $2,000 |
Offer valid for new bookings made now through - 11/30/22 travel for festive travel now through 12/31/23. Valid for select pre-paid services only. Service offered is subject to availability. No cash value. The value of any unused credit is non-refundable. Credit cannot be applied towards booking value. The tiers are based on the base villa cost only. Minimum spend of $5,000 applies. May not be combinable with other offers. All offers are subject to availability and may not apply to all villas or travel dates. Other restrictions may apply; please call for full details.
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*Please contact us for availability.
Villa information may change without notice and should be confirmed with our villa rental specialists.
