Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region

9.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(7 Ratings)

Cottage in Vila Real District

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this cottage rental

Close to scuba diving, ecotours, and more, this family-friendly cottage brings it all within reach. Jump into your car and make short work of the 4-minute drive to Duoro River or the 7-minute drive to Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro (and enjoy the property's convenient covered onsite parking in the meantime).

Relax by the private pool or sip a drink in the garden of this 10764-sq-ft cottage, which also features a deck or patio and a BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis and billiards, or enjoy the WiFi, cable/satellite TV, and stereo.

This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom rental features a living room and a fireplace. Bathroom amenities include a hair dryer, a bidet, and towels. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as a coffee maker, an electric kettle, and a microwave. And there's a washing machine, so you can even pack a bit lighter.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Vila Real District

Nearby attractions

Estádio D. Afonso Henriques

74.1 mi

NaturWaterPark - Parque de Diversões do Douro, Lda

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Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region

££££

9.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(7 Ratings)

Cottage in Vila Real District

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Smoking allowed

Parking

Laundry

Balcony or Patio

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of Vila Real District

Nearby attractions

Estádio D. Afonso Henriques

74.1 mi

NaturWaterPark - Parque de Diversões do Douro, Lda

Ratings and reviews

9.0 / 10.0

Outstanding(7 Ratings)

8.0 / 10.0

Jul 2022

Exploring the Douro valley

Exploring the Douro valley

Very spacious and great authentic house, beautiful garden with big swimming pool and flowers. Close to amazing hikes with stupendous views. Lots to do and admire, we love the Douro valley : took the train along the river, the boat etc. The weather was unfortunately quite cool and we did not take advantage of the pool ,

10.0 / 10.0

Jul 2019

Maravilloso!

Maravilloso!

Hemos tenido unas vacaciones fantásticas gracias a Joao, que ha sido realmente atento con nosotros, y a su preciosa casa. Mi familia y yo disfrutamos mucho de la piscina,. Sin duda, volveremos!!

10.0 / 10.0

Oct 2018

Very authentic house and kind welcoming

Very authentic house and kind welcoming

We were a group of 7 Portuguese - the house is very traditional, great leisure space for large groups and warm welcoming from João Pedro. Definitely recommend

8.0 / 10.0

Sep 2018

Restful two week stay

Restful two week stay

We spent two restful weeks at Casa Castedo do Douro. Joào was great in providing all required information; prior to booking, directions to the property, information on the local area and restaurant recommendations such as Restaurante Pizzeria Margherita and Cepa Torta in Alijo. Restaurante Veladouro in Pinhaò was also very good but gets busy. We spent a lot of our time relaxing at the house, making use of the cool basement and refreshing pool but also visited the local areas and further afield to Oporto by train from Tua nearby and took the children to Natur Water Park, Vila Real followed by a visit on our return to Castedo to Quinta do Portal. Joào kindly provided us with eggs, butter, milk and fruit juice for our stay and had arranged the daily delivery of fresh bread to the property. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this rural retreat. Thank you Joào for letting us stay in your lovely house and for sharing some of your port.

8.0 / 10.0

Jun 2018

Lovely traditional villa overlooking a spectacular view.

Lovely traditional villa overlooking a spectacular view.

Joao Pedro was a gracious host whose family history contributed to the overall experience in the Duoro countryside. His families tawny port was delightful, thank you Joao! The villa is very spacious and can boast of lovely antique farmhouse furniture that is comfortable and gives you that authentic romantic villa experience. The grounds are immaculate. Truly beautiful. Joao Pedro is thorough in providing you with a great experience. We would definitely stay here again.

8.0 / 10.0

Sep 2017

Excelente fim de semana

Excelente fim de semana

Gostei, aliás gostamos, da estadia em Castedo do Douro. Desde a simpatia do Sr. João Carvalho às condições da casa com uma bela piscina e tudo extremamente limpo, com o necessário à disposição, foi muito bom. Experiência a repetir. Amandio Passos Silva

10.0 / 10.0

Aug 2017

The perfect holiday

The perfect holiday

We were two branches of the same family visiting Portugal for the first time and it turned out that we chose the perfect base to explore what is a spectacular region. Communication with Joao, the owner, before the holiday was excellent, as were his directions to the house, and the welcome he gave us couldn't have been better,. We had a detailed tour of the property and some brilliant tips on where to go and what to visit, finished off with a glass of Joao's own port. The house is a perfect balance of traditional Portugese decorations/furnishing and modern comforts - it's been in the family for three generations. Add in a wonderful swimming pool area, (pool towels provided) and the breakfast service (bread,ham, cheese delivered regularly to the house in the morning and a large supply of juice coffee tea and milk), and we wanted for nothing. The house is also conveniently located close to the shops and restaurants of Alijo. We could have spent the whole week relaxing in the house, but the spectacular scenery of the Douro valley, boat trip on the river, visit to the port makers and so many lovely villages to see made for what was a perfect week. So many small things too like the lady in the village who gave us fresh figs to eat and the unforgettable visit to the bakery in Provesende. We'd love to return, and would highly recommend this property to anyone.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Vila Real District?

The average price for a rental in Vila Real District is £79 per night. This rental is £141 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region. Enjoy the water!

Is Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and smoking allowed.

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Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region

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About this cottage rental

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Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region

Cottage in Vila Real District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of Vila Real District

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Vila Real District?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Magnificent and Authentic Country House in the Alto Douro Wine Region?

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