Quinta de Cima

Mesão Frio, Douro Valley, Portugal
Vineyards and Vistas

It would be hard to describe this home without first mentioning the views. From its plateau high above the Douro River, this 17th-century quinta looks out across the water and hillsides that are lined in ancient vineyards. The house itself is the heart of an agricultural estate, and as such is steeped in history. Decor remains mostly traditional, with stone walls, tiled and wooden floors, and a color palette of bold white with pops of vivid blue. 

We love the living room with its large glass walls taking in the expansive valley views, the oversized swimming pool perched on the side of the hill and surrounded in verdant lawns, and the living and dining terraces with their stunning stonework and vistas.


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The middle level of the house is its hub, with an entrance hall, kitchen, dining room, two living rooms, and a patio with barbecue and wood oven. On the top level of the house is a bedroom suite with a small living room (and extra bed) and a full bathroom. The lower level has three bedrooms. All six bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms. 

A room with old stone troughs, or lagares, for trodding grapes has been turned into a small gym, and there is also a padel court and snooker table. And if you're looking for a special setting for a celebratory meal, there's an atmospheric wine cellar, lined with enormous barrels.

This villa for rent in Portugal sleeps up to 12 guests and has plenty of space to share or hide away in, making it ideal for families or corporate events. Please note, however, that because of the steep drops, small children must be supervised at all times.


ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Included in the rates: welcome hamper, buffet-style breakfast (including produce from the Quinta's own vegetable garden and other locally sourced products), high-quality Portuguese bed linen & bathroom products, cleaning service 4 hours x 7 days a week, pool & garden maintenance as required.

Extra services on request: pre-arrival grocery or wine shopping/deliveries, a local cook for additional meals, personal laundry service, extra cleaning, babysitting, and spa treatments, all of which can be paid for locally. Airport transfers or a car with driver are also available but must be paid in advance. All extra services are subject to availability and should be booked well in advance, especially in high season.


AROUND

This villa for rent in Portugal is located in the Douro Valley, a region that is filled with vineyards. The Douro Vinhateirois, as it is known, is one of the world's oldest wine-producing centers, most famous for its port. Most vineyards are attached to family-owned fincas, estates that have been producing wine for generations. Quinta de Cima is right at the start of winemaking territory, making it a great location for exploring all that the region has to offer. Ask about sommelier-led wine tastings at the house, or venture out to neighboring quintas: Pôpa, São Bernardo, Crasto, and Pacheca.

The owners recommend taking a boat trip or a scenic drive along the Douro, a visit to see the 1930s tiles at the Pinhão train station, exploring the historical collection at Museu do Douro in Régua, and getting to know the town of Lamego, with its religious buildings that include the Nossa Senhora dos Remédios Sanctuary on top of Santo Estêvão Hill.


LOCATION

Mesão Frio, Douro Valley, Portugal. Nearest airport: Vila Real (22 miles).


BEST TIME TO VISIT: Year-round but spring and summer for best weather, and September for harvest season.

 
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Quinta de Cima
Mesão Frio, Douro Valley, Portugal
Views of the Douro

AVAILABILITY ON REQUEST ONLY. From its plateau high above the Douro River, this 17th-century quinta looks out across the water and hillsides that are lined in ancient vineyards.

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Overview Bed linen & bathroom towels are changed mid-week, and at the end of the week for longer stays. Hairdryers, snooker/ping pong table, baby cot & highchair (available upon request), pool house with WC & kitchenette, poolside shade & sun loungers, pool towels provided.
Kitchen Fully-equipped kitchen with gas oven & cooker, induction plate, microwave, industrial-sized fridge freezer plus extra fridge, icemaker, kettle, coffee maker, toaster, juice maker, blender, 2 dishwashers
Internet Available in the office & main sitting room only
Washer Laundry room
Pool Swimming pool with Roman steps (6x12m)
Indoor Fireplace Logs supplied for winter rentals
TV There is no TV but a projector with HDMI entry & Wi-Fi access is available on request, subject to an extra security deposit.
Air Conditioning Yes
Heating Central heating, as well as fireplace logs supplied for winter rentals
Dryer Laundry room
Shampoo Bathroom products
Free Parking on Premises Yes
Bedrooms 6
Bed Type Top floor: 1 double (140x206cm). Middle floor: 2 twins (90x200cm), 1 king (180x200) that can be split. Lower floor: 2 twins, 2 doubles (160x200cm)
Kitchen Fully-equipped kitchen with gas oven & cooker, induction plate, microwave, industrial-sized fridge freezer plus extra fridge, icemaker, kettle, coffee maker, toaster, juice maker, blender, 2 dishwashers
Bathrooms 6
Accommodates 12
Kid-Friendly Children under the age of 7 are accepted only with a signed disclaimer. Baby cot & highchair are available upon request.
Pet Friendly No pets allowed
Min. Stay 2 nights
Check-In After 4:00PM
Check-Out Before 11:00AM
Tax No taxes (Rate includes tax)
Sec. Deposit €1000
Sec. Deposit Due Deposit required prior to check-in via electronic transfer to owner
Sec. Deposit Returned Refund of deposit by owner within 7 days after stay
Cancellation Policy Strict50
The guest will receive a refund if the booking is canceled within 24 hours of making the reservation (grace period). After that, the 50% deposit payment is non-refundable. The final payment is due 60 days before arrival day and after that is non-refundable.All refunds are subject to a credit card fee of up to 3.5%.
Notes This property is not suitable for people with mobility issues or young children due to steep steps, uneven terrace floors and unprotected drops from the garden onto terraced vineyards. Children under the age of 7 need to be supervised.
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