Peace and Tranquility in a Rural Setting
Stately, classic and newly contemporary, there's a great mix of historic tradition and modern comforts here. The property has 10 bedroom suites each inspired by Portuguese folk art, a library and workspace with a wood stove, a fully-equipped kitchen, a living room with a wine cellar and fireplace, and an exterior pool in the garden outfitted for play and alfresco entertaining.
There is no staff at the house, except for on arrival day. Breakfast is not included, but there is a welcome basket that includes port wine, water, fruit, homemade cake, bread, cheese, ham, milk, coffee and tea. Fresh bread can also be delivered each day. Weekly cleaning is included for guests who book for seven days or more, and this includes a change of linens.
Located in Penafiel just outside of Porto, this 19th-century manor house is the result of the dream of a local family for guests to share in the unique experience of northern Portuguese culture.
Following years of restoration, the property now includes two distinct wings with a historic manor house that features a library and fireside lounge, breakfast room and Enoteca wine room. The first floor also includes three guest rooms accessed via an ancient stairway that overlook the verdant Paço de Sousa valley.
A completely new building is connected by a modern glass corridor and features additional guest rooms that portray the modern personality of the northern region. There is also a separate junior suite that is the perfect private retreat for meditation and relaxation. Restored to preserve the history of the property, the furnishings, decor and design detail are all thematic, colorful and a charming mix of old and new.
The property is peaceful and rural with lovely organic gardens, a swimming pool and lounge areas, and a children’s playground for the little ones. Experiences include yoga/meditation retreat offsite, Douro Wine tours, Paiva Walkway tours, SUP rentals, horseback riding in the Porto hills, golfing, surfing, hot springs visits, Roman history and architecture tours,
Additional Features: Spa services, wine tasting, local guides available. Wifi throughout, self-service mini bar in common area. Housekeeping and laundry services. Private room amenities, toiletries and LCD TVs. Childcare services. Airport transfers.
Additional Information: Rental on an exclusive basis requires a reservation from 4 rooms (maximum 10 double rooms), for a minimum period of 2 nights from October to May (except Easter, Carnival, Christmas, New Year's Eve and Holidays which is 3 nights). Also 3 nights applies in the remaining period from June to September.
Around
Located less than an hour from Porto in the northernmost regions of Portugal, Penafiel is a short drive to the Vale do Douro cities of Guimarães and Amarante. The city of Penafiel is the second oldest city in the north of the country and is often referred to as Arrifana de Sousa, one of the thirty eight parishes of the region. It's situated just over an hour from Galicia, Coimbra, Chaves and Vila Real, and three hours from Lisbon.
Location: Penafiel, Portugal. Nearest Airport: Porto International (30 mins)
