Integrated in a centennial architectural complex of startling beauty in Ponte de Cavez, near Cabeceiras de Basto, Arco do Baúlhe and Ribeira de Pena, (in Minho, north of Portugal) with private swimming pool and garden.
First floor: 4 double bedrooms, 3 with en-suite bathrooms.
Ground floor: modern and well equipped kitchen, toilet, large living/dining room with open fire place and doors opening into the garden and large terraces, with views over the river Tâmega and beautiful countryside.
The house is classically decorated and very comfortable.
Natural beauty, history, gastronomy, verde wine and comfort, all of which you will discover in this recovered stone house that maintains its medieval traces, with excellent sun exposure and only 1 hour from Porto.
The property has more than 100 hectares (divided in two by the Tâmega River), where the “vinho verde” is produced and is the ex-libris of this region of great beauty, with valleys and mountains where an abundance of water runs freely (see Google “Terras de Basto”). If you would like to witness the grape harvest then come in September. The grapes are still hand-picked and are foot trodden in traditional shallow, open granit troughs, known as lagares, by local labourers, some of whom still live on the estate, while a mixture of aromas fill the air. (Please contact the owner for information on the start of the grape harvest).
Near the swimming pool and river are the garden and patios with shady old oranges trees, where comfortable garden furniture (tables, chairs and benches) make it an ideal spot for alfresco meals, while enjoying the idyllic scenery and view over the Tâmega River and mountains. (For those you enjoy fishing and water sports, like rafting and canyoning, or other mountain sports, please visit www.penaaventura.com )
Location Details for this villa rental in Ponte de cavez
12 Km: Arco de Baúlhe or Ribeira de Pena (all facilities)
14 Km: Cabeceiras de Basto (all facilities, historical town, restaurants), please visit www.cm-cabeceiras-basto.pt.
45 Km: Guimarães (all facilities, Historical City Centre, castle, museums, bars, restaurants, World Heritage), please visit www.cm-guimaraes.pt.
75 Km: Douro, World Heritage.
90 Km: Porto airport.
Nearest Airport: Francisco Sá Carneiro-Porto airport 102 kms
Nearest Beach: Leça da Palmeira - Matosinhos 110 kms
Nearest Shops: 12 kms
Arco do Baúlhe 12 kms
Cabeceira de Basto 14 kms
Hire Car: Required
Villa Rental Prices
Prices quoted in EUR€ per PROPERTY per WEEK.
Season from JANUARY to JANUARY
From
To
EUR€
*Approx GBP£
*Approx USD
13 Feb 12
31 Mar 12
750
627
989
01 Apr 12
14 Apr 12
1000
836
1319
15 Apr 12
15 May 12
800
669
1055
16 May 12
30 Jun 12
900
753
1187
01 Jul 12
15 Jul 12
1100
920
1451
16 Jul 12
31 Jul 12
1250
1045
1649
01 Aug 12
31 Aug 12
1350
1129
1781
01 Sep 12
08 Sep 12
1000
836
1319
09 Sep 12
30 Sep 12
850
711
1121
01 Oct 12
22 Dec 12
750
627
989
*Based on todays exchange rates.
Prices shown may be subject to change. Confirm prices with Property Owner/Agent