Exterior

Entire Villa · 3 floors · 15 rooms

Where history
meets comfort

In the heart of Guimarães — birthplace of Portugal — Villa Ganso blends stone-walled character with unhurried modern luxury.

★ 4.98Guest Rating
240+Happy Guests
SuperhostSince 2019
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The Space

A private paradise,
entirely yours

Spanning 3 floors and 15 rooms, the villa opens onto a private courtyard terrace steps from Guimarães' UNESCO-listed historic centre. Every room blends original stonework with contemporary comfort.

  • 🌿 Courtyard Terrace
  • 🏰 Historic Centre
  • 🌿 Courtyard Garden
  • 🍽 Full Kitchen
  • 🔒 Private Gate
  • 🚗 Free Parking
Kitchen Kitchen
Terrace Terrace
Amenities

Everything you need, nothing you don't

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Private Terrace

Spacious walled courtyard terrace — perfect for morning coffee or evening dining under the stars.

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15 Rooms · 3 Floors

Versatile rooms with single, twin, or double beds across 3 floors, all equipped with air conditioning.

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Chef's Social Kitchen

Fully equipped with high-end appliances, including a lounge area with a TV for socializing while you cook.

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High-Speed Wi-Fi

Fiber optic connection throughout the entire property — inside and out.

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Modern Bathrooms

Modern and functional bathrooms equipped with high-pressure showers.

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Self Check-In

Smart lock access, 24/7 concierge support, and flexible arrival times.

Guest Reviews

★ 4.98 out of 5

★★★★★

Absolutely breathtaking. The location alone is worth it, but add in the terrace, the kind host, and the impeccable design — it's the best place we've ever stayed.

— Sophie & Marc, France · June 2025
★★★★★

We've done many luxury rentals across Europe. Villa Ganso is in a category of its own. Every detail has been thought through. We'll definitely be back.

— James K., UK · September 2025
★★★★★

Perfect for a romantic getaway. We loved exploring the historic centre together, and the evenings on the terrace were the highlight of our stay. Communication with the host was flawless from start to finish.

— Ana L., Brazil · August 2025
Location

In the heart of
Guimarães, Portugal

Located steps from the UNESCO World Heritage historic centre of Guimarães — Portugal's founding city. Castles, medieval squares, restaurants, and local shops are all within easy walking distance.

  • 🏰 Guimarães Castle — 8 min walk
  • 🏛 Paço dos Duques — 7 min walk
  • 🍽 Restaurants & cafés — 3 min walk
  • 🚡 Penha cable car — 10 min drive
  • 🎓 University of Minho — 5 min walk
  • 🏙 Braga — 22 km · 25 min drive
  • ✈️ Porto Airport — 55 km · 50 min drive
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