This beautiful, historic Portuguese home has everything you need to deepen your practice, relax, and recharge.
The space
Our traditional Portuguese home and garden is a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city. After your day exploring the vibrant streets of Porto, you will unwind in the quiet of our lush garden. Find a shady spot to relax with a book, enjoy a meal in our outdoor kitchen, or simply soak in the calm.
As evening falls, gather around the fire circle on our private patio or let the heat of the sauna melt away the day. Whether you’re looking for solitude or connection, you'll find it here.
The living space
🍽️ Multi-use space (Lower Floor)
Designed for connection and ease, our open-concept lower floor includes:
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A fully equipped kitchen
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A spacious dining area
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A cozy living room
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A laundry room and convenient half-bath
Outdoor space
🌿 Outdoor Spaces & Amenities
Step outside to find your private urban retreat:
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Patio with a seating area, fire pit, and an additional half-bath
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Large walled garden – a quiet oasis where the city fades away
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Expansive deck – ideal for dining al fresco or a morning yoga session
Bedrooms
🛏️ Bedrooms (Upper Floor)
Our home features three comfortable bedrooms, each with its own en suite bathroom:
The Moon Suite – Two singles that can be combined into a king bed (180 x 200 cm) for added comfort.
The Wings Suite– Two cozy single beds can be combined into a king bed (180 x 200 cm).
The Room of Light Bunk Suite – Two bunk beds plus a lofted single bed, perfect for groups or families.
Wellness offerings
🧘♀️ Wellness Offerings
Looking for an extra touch of relaxation?
We provide 4 yoga mats with your rental. We also have a full suite of yoga props (bolsters, blankets, bricks, straps and chairs) included with the additional rental of our dedicated yoga shala. Please let us know if you'd like access to these amenities for an additional fee.
Ask us about private yoga classes or massages in our on-site yoga shala and treatment room.
Enquire about using our newly renovated dry sauna for an additional fee.
We’d love to welcome you to this peaceful haven. Let us know if you have any questions!
amenities
🏡 Our traditional Portuguese home and garden offer an intimate urban sanctuary where you can nurture your heart, unlock your creativity, and find solace amidst the rhythms of daily life.
🛌 At Held, we prioritize your comfort and well-being. Each of our four spacious shared guest rooms boasts soft, high-quality linens and en-suite bathrooms, ensuring a restful and rejuvenating stay.
🔌 Plug in and charge your devices with USB A and USB C plugs next to every bed and throughout the house.
💻 Stay connected with high-speed internet is available throughout the property, including the patio and garden.
🚃 Conveniently situated near Porto's city center, Held is easily accessible by trains, buses, and the Metro.
✈️ Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport is just a 20-minute drive away, connecting you to both domestic and international destinations.
🍲 With the city center a short walk from our retreat, you'll have effortless access to all the cultural and culinary delights Porto has to offer.
🎲 If you like playing games to relax, we have you covered with board games, puzzles and more.
Extra services
For those seeking accommodation only, please book through our Airbnb listing, here.
If you wish to enjoy a comprehensive retreat experience, including services like classes, tours, airport transfer, and personalized packages, please contact us directly. This allows us to tailor a package that best fits your needs, often at a more cost-effective rate than booking via Airbnb with these add-ons.
catering
Avg per person €50 per day full board
Held has both an indoor and outdoor kitchen. Enquire about our full catering options.
extra rooms
Per night:
Nov to March - 60€
April to May - 84€
July to October - 108€
Held sleeps up to 9 people, if you want accommodation for more people we have additional apartments nearby.
yoga shala
€150 per day
See details below
Held's intimate, light filled yoga shala looks onto the garden and is equipped with all the top tier yoga props you need for up to 16 people.
sauna
€95 per day
6 people max per session
The rejuvinating wood sauna is available on request during the booking process.
massage
€95 per 60 minute session
€125 per 90 minute session
Maria, our local, trained Ayurvedic massage therapist is availabel to come by for private treatment.
yoga equipment in the shala
16 Manduka 100% recycled fiber blankets
16 Portuguese cotton blankets
16 Portuguese cork yoga mats
32 Portuguese cork yoga bricks
16 local handmade bolsters
16 yoga belts 2.7m (9’)
16 folding yoga chairs
Your day at Held
Wake up to the sound of birds chirping in our beautiful garden, filled with an array of flowers, vegetables, and fruit trees. Begin your day with a yoga and meditation practice in our yoga shala. As the day unfolds, find respite from the sun in one of our inviting shaded spots or enjoy a meal in our outdoor kitchen. Unleash your creativity in one of our writer's nooks or a class in the sanctuary. In the evening, gather around the fire circle on our private patio.
This dedicated space is your canvas for self-expression and personal growth.
To further enhance your sense of well-being, indulge in the warmth of our brand-new dry sauna. It's the perfect place to release tension and detoxify, leaving you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
At Held, we invite you to rediscover your innate wholeness, nurture your heart, and unleash your creative spirit. Whether you seek solace, inspiration in your craft, or simply desire a tranquil urban escape, our retreat space is here to hold you in warmth and serenity.