We have been visiting this place since 2016 – and have known the hosts Roberto and Raquel for a decade now.They are so warm and welcoming that we feel like extending our stay very time we visit them . Cancios house is a beautiful home stay tucked away in the small village of Aldona away from all the noise , you feel close to nature and you spend peaceful time there. Among all other good reasons to stay with them , the most attractive one being Raquel’s home cooked meals which will make your core memories there.

We arrived middle of the night from the nearby northern airport and directly fell in love with this gorgeous homestay. Raquel and Roberto are excellent hosts, who made us feel home like nowhere else. We had so many great and fun conversations. Raquels cooking is to die for. Next time we definitely stay more than 3 nights.

We have stayed at 4 locations in our GOA trip but Cancio’s house stay was most unique and memorable having close exploration of Goan village life. Peaceful and calm place surrounded by lavish greenery. Morning has a different vibes having bird chirping and fresh aroma. About host, Mr Roberto and Mrs Raquel has hosted us greatly. Home cooked meals were having a great taste having flavor of love. If one want to know Goan culture closely, this place is perfect destination. My both kids enjoyed company of their pets. In short, Vibes of this place is totally different. If one is in a Goa, must stay place in a travel plan. Thanks to Mr Roberto and his family for a great memories. Regards.

We enjoyed staying over here.. garden view is very nice.. clicked so many photos and we got everything which we needed. Uncle and aunty (owner) was very helpful and loving. Overall experience of staying was unforgettable.

We stayed at Cancio’s Guesthouse during our wedding in Goa, and the experience was wonderful from start to finish. The guesthouse is serene, clean, and full of authentic Goan warmth. What meant the most to us was the thoughtful preparation the hosts (Mr Roberto and Mrs Rakheil) did for our first night after the wedding , such a sweet and meaningful gesture that made our stay even more special. Their kindness and attention to detail truly stood out. We highly recommend Cancio’s Guesthouse to anyone visiting Goa.

We loved our five day stay at Cancio’s house. Roberto, Raquel and the whole team made us feel right at home. The house is beautiful, the food is to die for and we learned so much about Goa.

Had a great stay at Cancio’s House in Aldona, Goa. Roberto and Raquel are awesome host and make you feel at home.

If you want to have a quite , peaceful Goa experience away from the city noises within North Goa, choose “Cancio’s”.

You get to stay in nicely done cottage beside the main 500 yr old house. Spend mornings chitchatting with homestay owners Ruberto and Rackel over a cup of Tea/coffee and freshly delivered Goan Pois.

You can either do nothing and listen to natures sound or take a bike and ride to nearest towns / site seeing. There are also quite a few nice restaurant within 5 km range where you can have your Fish thalis.

All in all if you want a Susegad Goan experience, you should definitely make Cancio’s a part of your North Goa trip.

Staying at this homestay was the best decision for our Goa trip. I was looking for a place with friendly hosts to experience local culture and food, and this was perfect!

Roberto and Raquel welcomed us like family, cooked amazing home-style Goan meals, and even took us to a Sunday church prayer on our request—something new for us as Hindus. Our stay was filled with great conversations about Goan culture and traditions, making it even more special.

What touched me the most was how they cared for me during my pregnancy. They ensured I was comfortable, offered thoughtful advice, and Raquel even soaked dry fruits for me like a family member would. Knowing it was our babymoon, their son Harrison, who has a passion for photography, kindly took beautiful photos for us using his camera – such a heartfelt gesture!

We also had so much fun playing with their adorable pets—Leo and Simba, the dogs, and Oreo and Pepper, the cats. Meeting their lovely family, including their 93-year-old mother and three children, made our stay even more memorable.

The homestay itself is a stunning 500-year-old heritage house surrounded by lush greenery. Whether you want to explore Goa or just relax, this is the perfect place. It felt more like visiting family than staying at a homestay. I’d love to come back again!

A place that you leave feeling like you have a home to come back to – the humans and animals of this 500yr old ancestral villa make you feel that, and so much more in mere 2 days!

Mrs. Amaral’s family is warmth personified in the way they welcome you into their family with open arms. Roberto, her son, is the custodian of this property, who you can spend hours listening to on the minutest of details pertaining to the property and what it takes to preserve it to date! For the sustainability enthusiasts, there are lived lessons of circularity in action.

Raquel is the heart of Cancio’s House, the kitchen her stage where she gets to express her love of getting people together for food, and community. Still salivating on the chocolate cake and chicken xacuti, and holding on to the conversations during the breakfast, tea time, dinner – some of the most joyous moments spent during the stay.

The cottage in itself is a sanctuary with its distinctive character that you can retreat to in the midst of gardens – very spacious, very comfortable, a comfortable blend of the charm of the past and the amenities of the present. It’s beautiful to have your own solitary space, and at the same time, feel like an extended part of the family, free to walk into the house for company during waking hours.

If you want to experience the Goan life as it was, as it is, in all it’s authenticity – I cannot recommend this place enough.