Close to the riverside, this pet-friendly vacation home brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 13-minute drive to Rio Shopping or the 20-minute drive to Duoro River (and enjoy the property's convenient onsite parking in the meantime).

After you return, you can unwind in the garden or sip a drink on the deck or patio. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

A BBQ grill and a fireplace are featured at this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, towels, and toilet paper. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, a microwave, and cookware. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have access to laundry facilities.