# A Quiet Retreat With a Wonderful Mountain View Arouca, Portugal > This private villa, nestled in the tranquil countryside of Moldes, Arouca, offers a peaceful escape for family or friends. Located around 20 km from the famous Paiva Walkways, it provides a serene setting with breathtaking mountain views. The villa boasts five ensuite bedrooms, each with its own private bathroom, and accommodates up to 8 guests. Perfect for those seeking an unforgettable rural retreat, this property offers the comfort and tranquility needed for a relaxing stay. Situated in the countryside of Moldes, Arouca, the villa is surrounded by nature, providing a quiet and serene atmosphere. The area is ideal for those looking to explore rural Portugal, with the nearby Paiva Walkways offering beautiful hiking trails and natural scenery. The villa is accessible only by car, making it essential for guests to have their own transportation. There is both garage and outdoor parking available on-site, ensuring convenient and secure parking for all guests. Since there is no reception at the property, guests must inform the host in advance of their expected arrival time to coordinate check-in. The villa offers a self-catering experience, providing a perfect opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings and enjoy a private, relaxing stay. ## Key facts - **Location:** Arouca, Portugal - **Property type:** Five Bedroom - **Sleeps:** 10 guests - **Bedrooms:** 5 - **Bathrooms:** 5 - **Check-in:** 16:00 - **Check-out:** 10:00 - **Minimum stay:** 3 nights ## Amenities - air conditioning - BBQ grill - Bed Linen - Cable TV - Carbon Monoxide Detector - coffee maker - Cookware & Kitchen Utensils - Cribs Available - desk - Crockery & Cutlery - Dishwasher - Dryer - DVD - Toiletries - Family/kids friendly - freezer - garden - Hair Dryer - hanger - heating - hot water - internet connection - Iron - kettle - Kitchen - Laptop workspace - microwave - mountain climbing nearby - Mountain View - oven - Refrigerator - river - Safe - Complimentary Soap/Shampoo/Conditioner - Smoke Detectors - Stereo - stove - swimming pool - TV - toaster - Towels - Wireless Internet - No parties ## Pricing & availability (next 90 days) Nightly prices below are **estimates — the final price is confirmed at booking** in a personal quote (fees, length-of-stay discounts and the payment schedule are stated there). No charge is taken on the site. | Date | Available | Nightly price (estimate) | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-09-09 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-10 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-11 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-12 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-13 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-14 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-15 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-16 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-17 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-18 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-19 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-20 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-21 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-22 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-23 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-24 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-25 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-26 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-27 | unavailable | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-28 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-29 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-09-30 | available | 485 EUR | | 2026-10-01 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-02 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-03 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-04 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-05 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-06 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-07 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-08 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-09 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-10 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-11 | unavailable | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-12 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-13 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-14 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-15 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-16 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-17 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-18 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-19 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-20 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-21 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-22 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-23 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-24 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-25 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-26 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-27 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-28 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-29 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-30 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-10-31 | available | 415 EUR | | 2026-11-01 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-02 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-03 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-04 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-05 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-06 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-07 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-08 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-09 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-10 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-11 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-12 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-13 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-14 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-15 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-16 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-17 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-18 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-19 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-20 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-21 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-22 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-23 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-24 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-25 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-26 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-27 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-28 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-29 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-11-30 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-12-01 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-12-02 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-12-03 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-12-04 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-12-05 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-12-06 | available | 380 EUR | | 2026-12-07 | available | 380 EUR | ## Links - Canonical page (photos, live quote, enquiry form): https://smilinghouse.com/property/G-662094d559183000109b0e10 - More homes in Arouca: https://smilinghouse.com/search?destination=Arouca - How booking works (assisted booking, no charge on the site): https://smilinghouse.com/llms/core/payment-flow.md - Booking terms: https://smilinghouse.com/llms/core/booking-terms.md - Site overview for AI assistants: https://smilinghouse.com/llms.txt ## How to book 1. Open https://smilinghouse.com/property/G-662094d559183000109b0e10 and send an enquiry with dates and guest count (or use the contact details on the site). 2. The Smiling House team confirms availability with the home and replies with a personal quote — the final price, payment schedule and cancellation policy. 3. The booking is confirmed once the quoted payment is received. All prices on this page are estimates until that quote.