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"We all really enjoyed it and loved being able to stay in such an authentic family Quinta amongst the vineyards. The views were even more stunning than the pictures and walks into town easy. Breakfasts were great too and we were so well looked after by the maids..."

"Thank you! We had a great time and a wonderful experience thanks to you and the rest of the staff. We are looking forward to next year..."

"Everything is perfect. Thank you so much."

"After sampling a home cooked meal at the Quinta, is it possible to have dinner at the property again tomorrow? We didn't plan it but we don't want to leave here - these women are the best cooks!!"                   

"The villa is ideal, has everything you need, and is well located in the Douro Valley. We had a great stay, and Carla (housekeeper) was brilliant at looking after us. Will definitely be back and recommend to everyone! Thank you."

"We had a wonderful stay; beautiful house!"

“Thank you so much Nilza, Maria and Rui. Nilza is an amazing chef - our meals were delicious, beautiful and healthy. And to use local ingredients and fruit from the property was so special.  The property is beautiful and comfortable and so peaceful. We are so grateful to the three of you for an unforgettable experience!”

 "We loved our stay and it was a great success! The pool was used a lot and was quite warm enough. The gym and tennis court were also enjoyed and some played golf at nearby courses while others surfed on the west coast. We had a brilliant meal cooked by a chef. Really appreciated the lovely house with its fantastic views and it proved to be the ideal placed for a family gathering."&...

"Everything was perfect, again! It was the second time we booked this property and we stayed in the main house (Liberal Wing) which was even nicer. We really liked the decor and breakfast was even better, but we already though it was perfect 3 years ago!"   

"It was a great holiday and thank you for all your help. The location of the house was perfect, the garden beautiful and the owner was charming and helpful."

“We’ve arrived! Oh wow!!!! The townhouse is perfection!”

 "We had an absolutely amazing time (Lavandula I & II booked together for a large family); thank you! We love Portugal and want to repeat the experience in another location next year; what do you suggest?"                   

"Another fantastic stay in this lovely tranquil house (2nd time)! Monica's cooking and housekeeping are absolutely outstanding and all staff involved in maintaining the grounds are much appreciated. I am sure we will return again..."   

 "We had a lovely time and will certainly be looking again for next summer."                   

"Please pass my thanks on to the owner for our stay: quality fixtures and fittings, ample kitchen equipment, responsive people, design conscious etc. Really loved the house and the area."   

"Highly recommend DOURO VILLA II for a quiet time - great house - fun interior, all bedrooms of a generous size, clean and fresh feel, fabulous views, fun pool room and pool, excellent breakfast and super last evening meal provided by the charming Carla. Thoroughly enjoyed by all."                   

"We had the most wonderful 2 weeks. The house has a great layout making it spacious and comfortable. The pool and lounge area on the roof are spectacular. Lounging poolside with the sound of waves in the distance was the best. Being able to walk to the beach in 10 minutes was also divine. Beach restaurants Sal & Sublime are very close. Overall a perfect stay. Thanks also to chef Sandra R...

"Over the May bank holiday weekend, we planned a trip to the Douro Valley and choose AB Villa Rentals for our accommodation. The villa was modern with panorama windows overlooking the wine terraces and had all the amenities we could have wished for. We really appreciated the personal service by AB Villa Rentals  - they took good care of us!"       

"QUINTA DA BOAVISTA has traditional Portuguese charm combined with modern comfort,  dominated by blue and white colours. The property is generously arranged and enjoys magnificent views of surrounding vineyards and the Douro river. The images provided on line were all met and not over stated. We spent a week at this gorgeous place to celebrate a 70th birthday and really appreciated ...

"Our stay at this villa was just amazing, we had a lovely time from the beginning to the end. Hopefully we will come back soon!"       

"My family stayed at the BEACH VILLA for a glorious Autumn reunion. The villa is spectacular, well stocked, architecturally interesting and fun. The roof top pool with big views is lovely. A short walk to miles of sandy beach is particularly nice and the entire Comporta region is beautiful. Highly recommend  the house."

"We had a lovely time. The villa has a great blend of style and simplicity, and the garden is very cleverly put together to give a feel of abundance and seclusion. Lina and her friend who cooked for us were lovely and the cleaners very smiley. Thanks to AB Villa Rentals and the Concierge team. We had a tough year and the villa and Comporta were a great tonic!"

"Our amazing holiday was made possible by AB Villa Rentals who made booking it a breeze! None of the standard corporate responses, they were personable, professional and contactable at all times. The villa was spacious and bright and we loved the jacuzzi and bar. We sat outdoors every morning and enjoyed the beautiful views plus  a delicious breakfast prepared by Eugenia! Followed b...

“Thank you again for the lovely rose wine awaiting our arrival! We’ve had a fantastic time, the villa is so well set up and everyone has been so helpful and lovely.”

"It was the perfect setting for a 2-week family holiday. QUINTA DAS LARANJEIRAS is perfect for a large group of all ages, stylish and comfortable and the beautiful gardens were magical to unwind and enjoy the Algarve sunshine. Lots and lots of extras kept everyone entertained, tennis and ping pong, pizza making and outdoor cinema nights to name a few. But without doubt what made the holi...

"We had a wonderful stay. LAVANDULA II was perfect for our group of adults and small children. The communication and booking process was easy and very helpful - we had a lot of questions leading up to our stay due to the current situation with Covid and group size. When at the villa and throughout our stay the Concierge Team helped with everything from restaurants reservations to babysit...

"The villa was beautiful and very tastefully decorated; plus it was attended to each day during our stay which was a lovely touch. We had a fabulous stay in a beautiful country and feel very lucky we managed to get away in these Covid times!"   

"The villa has outstanding views over the Douro river, and is very well furnished and equipped with all commodities as well as featuring marvellous outdoor spaces and swimming pool. We were very well looked after and had super breakfasts. The chef-at-home dinner was also very nice. We had 3 great days and hope to come back. We will recommend it to friends...      ...

"Professional, personable and pleasant, supported in the run up & during the rental, seamless service. Ensured we could bring our little dachshund & have the pool heated at CASA DA BALEIA. Look forward to booking with Mandy & AB Villa Rentals again."

“What a wonderful time we had in Comporta. The villa is truly beautiful and Paulo and the Concierge Team were super helpful. Thanks.”

"Our stay here was perfect and we fell in love with absolutely everything! The cottages we stayed in were tasteful and practical. The housekeeper was super and spoilt us with delicious breakfasts. We ran every morning within the peaceful estate but it's also close enough to beaches where we spent part of the day.”   

“Cette maison dans Pego, Comporta est formidable, aussi les plages!”                   

“The villa took our breath away; stunning, practical and beautifully laid out. Lovely and large, sheltered but sunny swimming pool - most suitable for three young girls with fitted mermaid tails and a four-year-old boy tagging along. It was a godsend to have a beautifully prepared meal ready for us on arrival, despite the fact that there had been a major power cut after a freak sto...

"Back in foggy Yorkshire and wanted to tell you that we had a great time. The housekeeper at DOURO VILLA II was a great host and the house was amazing. We used the heated pool everyday even in the downpours! We will be in touch again next year, as you have been most helpful with everything."

“We had a lovely week in Comporta and this villa  worked perfectly for us. The house was great, and we loved Rosa, our very kind and helpful housekeeper; she is a treasure! We will be in touch for our next Portuguese holiday.”                    

"We had a great holiday and loved VILLA CASCAIS on the Lisbon Coast region."

"We had a truly wonderful stay . The house exceeded our expectations - an amazingly beautiful home in a fabulous location. We loved every moment we stayed there, such a special place, so peaceful and relaxing. Our whole family loved exploring the area whether it was going to the beach, horseback riding, biking, yoga, shopping and enjoying wonderful meals in or out. Local manager Paulo an...

“What a fantastic house! We have enjoyed every minute of this beautiful place. The views are spectacular, the décor and special touches are perfect, and the peace and quiet made this one of the most relaxing vacations we have ever had. We especially appreciated Carla’s incredible hospitality – her recommendations were exactly what we wanted, her willingness to ma...

“It’s been absolutely wonderful: the setting and the villa are perfect… We are leaving this lovely property tomorrow but we want to come back soon.”        

"We absolutely loved it! CASA DA PRAIA is perfectly laid out and has pretty much everything you could want. We were looked after by a heavenly lady who came every day - we felt thoroughly spoilt. Huge thank you. You officially have two new clients for life!"                   

"We loved the villa and the area of Comporta. It is pretty quiet and great for relaxing..."                    

“Thank you Carla for looking after us and for organising our lunches and suppers out! This is such a special part of Portugal: we specially loved the winery tour followed by a delicious picnic and the stunning boat trip on the Douro River. Also have to mention the amazing views from the property.”                &nbs...

“We had a really wonderful week - the villa was lovely and the location on the coast just perfect. Thank you for everything you did Almond Blossom Rental Villas, Gill's Catering Services and everyone else, making it so special.”

"Thanks for all your help during our holiday. We had a really good time. The villa is stunning, and the housekeeper came often and was very friendly. My husband played golf twice at Troia Golf Course, he loved it. It would have been fab if a map was provided for the bike rides around the region - we were a bit hesitant of where and how far to go."

"We had a great holiday thanks, and the villa was fantastic. I really hope we will be able to rent it again next year.”

"We had a fantastic time last week, everyone enjoyed themselves immensely. It was the perfect house for a large group and a special celebration. The staff were lovely and did an excellent job. Our only comment would be that some of the beds are not very comfortable - hard mattress on a solid chipboard base, not to same high-quality standard as the rest of the house, otherwise all perfect...

“We spent our last week in Portugal at this wonderful place - great view, pool and house, plus of course the great and lovely host Carla! Thank you very much for the wonderful breakfasts and taking care of our little desires.”
                   

"We loved our time at the villa and Pego beach; thank you."           

 "We had the most wonderful stay - it's a great house in a beautiful area of Portugal! I also want to mention the wonderful housekeeper Teresa, who assisted us wherever she could. Thank you for the good organization of our trip to Comporta."                    

"We just came back from this villa and we loved it all - it was a great success and the house was well kitted out on the whole. The photos don't really do it justice; it's in the most lovely setting!"   

"The house is beautiful!"                    

"We are LOVING the villa, it is so beautiful! Teresa has been incredibly kind and helpful; she even went to the market with us to help us find what we needed. We just got back from a few hours at the beach; we couldn't be happier, thank you. And thank you for organizing the bikes too - they are working out great!"

"We had a lovely time at this villa – it’s a fun, elegant and very creative property. We loved the design and use of large windows to maximize views and light, bringing the outside in; as well as the wonderful infinity pool (one of the reasons for choosing this villa over others) with its surroundings of lavender, rosemary and trees, which we really enjoyed. We would like to ...

 "We have had a wonderful week, relaxing, reading, playing cards, eating and drinking in the sun, looking at the beautiful scenery! Estrela and Carla made us very welcome and were very helpful and attentive during our stay. We had a delicious welcome meal on our 1st night and Estrela's special orange cake. Thank you for a great holiday, we hope to return."    &nbs...

"We loved our holiday villa."       

"What a great way to experience my first trip to Portugal! The villa is lovely and Estrela made everything easy and delicious."                    

"Amazing! We had a wonderful time in this beautiful country. Great food and wine, the villa and  Estrela were divine; Happy New Year!"                    

 "What an amazing place! We were blown away by the views, this beautiful house and all that the Douro has to offer. Thank you Estrela for looking after us."                    

"Oh what a wonderful 2 weeks! Quiet, peaceful and beautiful surroundings and a fantastic high spec villa with all the mod cons!! Fabulous staff, fantastic treats and wonderful food. It has all seemed like a wonderful dream, just wish we didn’t have to wake up. Obrigada DOURO VILLA II for a wonderful holiday, it was the best! "            ...

"We have had the most amazing week at this villa - thank you so much to the team there for looking after us! One week in the Douro Valley has not been enough; we'll definitely be back. Estrela, we need the recipes for your amazing cakes!!"

"We had a great time at this villa and loved exploring the area. We were sorry to have to leave early (due to kids' sports schedules) but hope to return again sometime. Please thank the owners and cleaner too. The house is beautiful and we especially enjoyed horse riding on the beach and riding bikes from beach to beach in Comporta!"

"I would just like to say a huge thank you for letting us stay at this villa, it was out of this world. We will hopefully return to this lovely house in the near future."

"Everything is wonderful; we love it here! The villa is gorgeous and the owner extremely helpful."

 "Best villa stay ever! The house is beautiful and so are the surroundings. Thank you so much for your hospitality. It was lovely to have both Estrela and Gi (staff) getting our last dinner sorted. We will miss you but hopefully see you again soon."                    

 "We had a lovely holiday in Comporta and found it very easy to book through you - the communication was fine and instructions were clear. The only but I would add, is that the 'welcome hamper' was a bit disappointing. Thank you."                    

"Had a lovely time, everyone was over the moon with our villa, it was definitely a winner!"

"The villa was as good as the first time we stayed here and the food fantastic (a chef now comes with the villa). The weather got better as the week went on and we had a brill time!"        

"We had a wonderful holiday: we loved the Comporta coastline and the kids had a great time in the waves and on the beach. The restaurants were fabulous and we found everyone so friendly and helpful. The villa was absolutely beautiful and a great space to live in and enjoy."                    

"Superbe séjour. Merci pour le gentil accueil. J'ai aimé la piscine at cette villa."                    

"We had a lovely time at this villa. The house was just what we were looking for: lovely pool, plenty of space for dining and sitting on the terrace and excellent bedrooms for everybody. The tennis court was also well used and the garden was beautiful and very well maintained. Our maid was also very helpful."        

"Our group of 8 couples in total were very impressed with the villa. It was extremely clean, well maintained and serviced regularly. Our warm host was most helpful in all ways possible and provided us with many great recommendations. The proximity to the centre of town was excellent and the surrounding area easy to navigate. We also had a wonderful chef on 3 occasions, which was fabulous...

"Amazing holiday! The villa was superb: clean, quirky and spacious. The location overlooking the harbour was magnificent. The kids played on the beach and rock pools. There were great restaurants only a 10/15 min walk away on either side of the cliff. The staff were excellent and the housekeeper cooked supper for us one night, which was great. Ferragudo remains a cute little village, wit...

“We have just spent a wonderful week in the Douro during the "vindima" and this villa was the perfect spot from which to enjoy the Douro Valley. Architecturally the house is amazing, with a great pool/games room and the views are nothing short of breath-taking. But best of all was a good hearty breakfast to set you up for a day of wine tasting! We highly recommend you also ask for ...

"We had a great time at this property. Thank you for all your efforts on our behalf."