Barco is a small village located in the district of Castelo Branco in Portugal. This beautiful village is situated on the banks of the Zêzere River, and it is surrounded by the Serra da Estrela and Serra da Gardunha Mountain Ranges. Castelo Branco has many tourist places to visit such as a Templar castle, Baroque gardens, churches and manor houses. Travelers will love a visit to the Garden of the Bishop’s Palace, where they can admire the amazing fountains, symbolic statues of granite and the Steps of the Kings. Head to Francisco Tavares Proença Júnior Museum, where you will find more about the cultural heritage of the area. Check out these top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals in Barco.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. House with beautiful views (from USD 54)
This house is located in Unhais da Serra and it provides accommodation for four guests. This entire property is at your disposal, which ensures you can relax without any disturbance. Travelers with children will have a comfortable stay with the availability of a travel crib, a changing table, a high chair and a baby monitor. Room darkening shades are also available in the bedrooms ensuring sound sleep even in the daytime. A number of thermal spas and hot springs are also located nearby.
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i would recommend this appartement to everyone as well as visiting the beautiful nature near the apartmentCleanliness:
b&b spacious clean and quietthe apartment was clean and had all we neededcalm clean very nice people perfect if you're looking for to have a relax timethe apartment was really nice spacious and cleanHost:
lovely hosts who made us feel very welcomein addition our host was very pleasant and helpfulwelcoming host as well as larger apartment for fourthanks especially to the parents of eunice they are great hostswe didnt meet eunice but her dad alberto was a very supportive hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location was perfect and great restaurants are at walking distancebeautiful house and good location for estrella national parkgreat location to make trips to serra da estrelathere were also cute cats in the neighbourhood we love this animals this is whyit's very good place to stay close to the mountains a beautiful river and a peaceful town
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2. Apartment in the valley of Serra da Estrela (from USD 30)
Nestled in the valley of Serra da Estrela this apartment offers space for up to six people. It offers two double beds and a sofa bed in the living room. The rental has a large terrace and a beautiful garden where you can enjoy the evening breeze. You can also visit the owner’s ecological farm, where you can pick fresh fruits and vegetables. If you do not want to sit back and relax, take a five-minute walk to reach Lameira complex. Here you can enjoy swimming or play tennis.
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communication was a little difficult but andre's parents tried very hard to make our stay comfortableCleanliness:
such a wonderful warm welcome in an immaculately clean accommodationall was well cleanHost:
his parents are so lovely and kindandrea and his mother were very attentive and considerate hostswe were received by is mother who was very kind and received was warmlyeven though we didn't have the chance to meet andre he was very helpful through online communicationthe house is super cosy and the hosts couldn't have been more warm and helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
i would highly recommend this accommodation and locationerada is a lovely quiet place surrounded by beautiful mountains
3. House in Casegas (from USD 82)
This beautiful house is located in Casegas and is suitable for up to six guests. Sit back on the balcony with a cup of coffee or tea while enjoying the great views of the surrounding. If you don’t feel like eating out you can use the amenities in the kitchen to prepare your own meals. Guests can take a walk along the river pool, Lameira da Ribeira, on a sunny day. They can take a dip in the cool waters or plan a picnic by the riverside.
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everything was very clean and newrui's duplex apartment is modern spacious spotlessly clean and well appointedthe house is very well equipped very well finished cleanHost:
rui was really kind and nice with uspeople around super friendly thank you so much ruiperfect place and very sweet host you'll love your staypeople in the town are very friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
the location in my opinion is good because it allows to drive to either side of the mountainsrui's place was an amazing experience great location excelente house stylish and confortable and we were very well receivedreally nice place for a countryside holidayeasily accessible easy to park and close to coffee shop grocery store
4. Large apartment for four people (from USD 64)
Located in Fundão, this spacious apartment is suitable for four guests. Ideal for two couples, this property offers two comfortable bedrooms, two clean bathrooms, a living room and a kitchen. The indoor fireplace in the living room is great to spend a cozy evening during winters. The availability of a TV will keep you entertained during the entire trip. Local shops are located at a close proximity from this property.
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we enjoyed the decor and furnishings and the amazingly well equipped kitchenmanuel's sister-in-law welcomed us to the truly lovely apartmentRead more reviewsLocation:
centrally placed near everything you might need parking places in front and in a very nice city surroundings are wonderfulwe enjoyed walking the old town route
5. House in the countryside (from USD 66)
Ideal for five people, this house is located in Parque Natural do Fernãobuque in Casegas. Spread over two floors, this property is a perfect holiday retreat for a long weekend. A private entrance to this property ensures you can relax without any disturbance. There is a natural stream just outside the house, where you can take a dip in the cool waters on a hot sunny day. During the winter season, you can also take a ride to the highest mountain in Portugal, where you can enjoy skiing.
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we arrived late to a cheerful welcome and a cozy fire in the wood stoveCleanliness:
it’s beautiful very very cosy and very cleanHost:
the host kindly provided snacks and drinks including wine upon our arrivalRead more reviewsLocation:
a very interesting house in an exquisite locationgreat location and very quiet and beautifulideal for people looking for a quiet placebeautiful location and kind peoplevery nice little rustic cottage at a beautiful location surrounded by olive orchards
6. Cozy holiday home
This cozy holiday home is located in Dominguizo and it accommodates four guests. Ideal for couples, solo and business travelers, and families, this property is well insulated to keep you comfortable during both summer and winter season. There is some seating arrangement in the indoor courtyard, where you can relax with a glass of wine or a cup of hot coffee. To make sure guests have an enjoyable stay amenities like air conditioner, TV, iron and washer are available in the property. A bus stop is only 100 meters (328 feet) away from the house.
Dominguizo, Castelo Branco, PortugalAccommodates: 4
7. House in village center (from USD 66)
This property is located in the center of the village of Casegas and it offers space for up to five people. You can also request for a long-term stay of over 28 days. Availability of a TV and Wi-Fi connection will keep you entertained and informed during your stay. Children’s books and toys will keep your kids entertained. Free car parking on the premises is provided to those traveling by car. You can enjoy hiking both in the village as well as in the forest surrounding the house. The village of Piódão is a short drive away.
8. Beautiful home in Donas (from USD 50)
Nestled between mountains, this beautiful home is located in a small village in Donas. It offers complete privacy and provides space for five guests. Availability of free Wi-Fi connection will help you locate nearby places of interest with ease. If you are not in the mood to cook your own meals, you can visit a pizza shop near this property. You can also take a short walk to reach Fundão downtown, where you can find several hypermarkets and restaurants. Vodafone Ski Resort at Serra da Estrela mountain range is a short drive away.
Top guest reviews
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other than that a very stylish apartment with good amenitiesnext to it there is a "café" where it is possible to have a good portuguese breakfastHost:
helena and carlos are excellent hostsreally great place amazing host definitely recommend to everyonevery well equipped house and very helpful hosts who speak english and french(as well as portuguese )Read more reviewsLocation:
good location and very comfortablehelena’s place is the perfect place to get away from the busy citygood location for a stay if travelling on to portugalreally close to supermarkets and a good pizza shop incase you get hungry at late hoursthe house and location is beautiful exceptional value with lovely personal touches
9. House at the foot of Serra da Estrela
Located at the foot of Serra da Estrela in Silvares, this centennial house offers accommodation for five people. Breakfast is provided to guests free of cost. If you are traveling with children, there is no need to worry as a basketball court and a small football pitch is located in the backyard of this property. The entire garden is at your disposal where you can enjoy the evening breeze. This Airbnb vacation rental is easily accessible from a pharmacy, restaurants and markets.
Silvares, Fundão, PortugalAccommodates: 5
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amazing house totally equipped and super comfortable with all modern and useful amenities neededCleanliness:
it was clean comfortable very well equipped and filled with homely touchesHost:
she was very friendly and provided us with everything we neededgreat decoration very helpful and caring hostssilvares is a beautiful city and gonçalo a great hostRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely house very calm and close to natureaunt alice's house is a delightful place to stay tucked away in the mountains
10. House with amazing views (from USD 83)
This house is located in Fundão and it is suitable for five guests. You can recline and relax on the deck chairs by the poolside or spend some quality time on the patio with your friends and family. Guests can also lie down on the hammocks in the garden or take a leisurely stroll on the wet grass. Availability of a crib and children’s books and toys will make it homely for families with children. If you are not in the mood to sit back and relax, take a short walk to reach the activity area in the locality, where you can enjoy canoeing, fishing, shooting, archery, biking and wall climbing.
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the view across the garden and pool is perfectwe enjoyed the nature the style of the interior and the clean poolbonus is the great amount of english channels on the tvthe bathrom is spacious with ample hot water the shower is good and powerfulCleanliness:
very clean with a great poolunit was clean and tidy and well appointedthe cottage is clean comfy and well appointedthe bed is comfortable and the bathroom is spacious another rarityHost:
the owner francisco is a perfect hostfrancisco is a wonderful hostfrancisco and margaritha are great hostsfransisco is a wonderful host welcoming and kindfrancisco is a wonderful host and his suggestions are spot onRead more reviewsLocation:
the location in fundao is very central to the region and allows easy access to local siteswell located to enable easy touring of the national park and the beautiful medieval towns in the areathe place is family friendly secure and good for the kidsobrigado francisco is the best host with such a beautiful locationit’s a perfect place to rest and visit surrounding charming villages
Relax by the river beaches in Barco
Barco has several river beaches such as Praia de Sesmo and Praia de Almaceda, where you can take a refreshing dip. You can also indulge in activities such as volleyball, swimming, hiking and more.
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