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Quinta da Devesa nestles on a hillside in the quiet hamlet of Bordonhos. Devesa is a working vineyard set amidst 7 acres of native Portuguese woodland, orchards, terraced vineyards and outstanding scenery. Quinta da Devesa has 2 buildings on the farm, Devesa is a two storey property available for rental with panoramic views across the valley towards the Serra do Caramulo hills. The other building is used as the farm store and is not occupied. Devesa is ideal for people who like to walk and explore or spend their time relaxing by the pool with a good book.

A paved terrace area adjacent to Devesa house is ideal for al fresco dining. Garden furniture for 6 is available with parasol. As well as the private 10 x 8m pool, a small paddling pool is available. Guests are welcome to take advantage of the plentiful fruits from the orchard. Depending on the season you can enjoy plums, pears, tangerines, oranges, lemons (ideal for your G&T), cherries, olives and much more.

The nearest village, Sao Pedro do Sul is about 2 kms from Devesa, a nice walk or a very quick car journey. There you can shop for fresh bread, famous mountain cheeses, to be accompanied by a glass of Dao wine, and other grocery items. Also available are banks, chemists, doctors and a range of other shops and services. Traditional restaurants and cafes will ensure you are in true food heaven.

Viseu is around 20kms from Devesa, an inexpensive taxi ride, if you want to experience a wider variety of architecture, culture and shops or a more vibrant evening atmosphere. Traditional Fado singers sometimes perform at the Se (cathedral) in the summer evenings, this is something not to be missed.

A car is essential for your stay at Devesa.

Devesa consists of:
• 2 spacious double bedrooms with wardrobes and chest of
drawers.
• Lounge with 1 sofa, 1 sofabed, coffee table etc
sofabed suitable for 1 adult or 2 young children)
• TV, DVD, CD player/radio, books, games.
• Kitchen c/w fridge, 2 ring hob, microwave, kettle, juicer.
• Bathroom with shower cubicle, washbasin, WC a bidet
• Private 10 x 8m swimming pool on large grass terrace
• Paved terrace area next to cottage / garden furniture / BBQ
• Bed linen and towels provided
• Clothes dryer, ironing board & iron
• Sheltered car parking area
• Tarred private road and gated property
• Maid service
• Laundry service available on request
• Guests should provide their own towels for the pool
• Smoking not permitted in the accommodation
• Devesa has it’s own natural spring water supply
(Children’s cot available upon request)


Nearest Airport: Oporto (1 hr 20mins drive). Lisbon airport is around a 3hr drive. The Portuguese motorway network is of a very high standard which makes the drive from Lisbon not as demanding as you might think.
Nearest Beach: Averio
Due to Devesa’s hillside location it is not suitable for mobile homes / caravans or wheelchair users.

Places to visit close by:
There is plenty to do and see throughout the Beiras region and Devesa makes a good base for exploring the Dao a Douro wine regions.

Sao Pedro Do Sul - http://www.rtdaolafoes.com http://www.cm-spsul.pt
Sao Pedro do Sul is set in the heart of central Portugal countryside near the Serra do Caramulo mountain range. Set in wooded countryside Sao Pedro do Sul makes a great base for exploring the countryside north of Coimbra. The Caramulo hills clothed in oak and chestnut forests are renowned for the spring water that originates from here. Fantastic views can be had from the viewpoint at 1,074 metres. This is historic countryside with Roman paths leading you past ancient dolmens and menhirs. The rivers around the area, especially Rio Vouga, are popular for whitewater rafting and kayaking. The town council has identified several themed walks – see above website links, currently in Portugese.

Centro Termal de Sao Pedro do Sul 3660-692 Varzea SPS. Tel: 351 232 720 300 and 351 232 720 450. Email: geral@termas-spsul.com

Termas du Sao Pedro Do Sul
Only 10 mins drive from the Quinta. Set in the beautiful River Vouga Valley, the Sao Pedro do Sul Spa was once a favourite haunt of Portuguese royalty The first king of Portugal, Dom Afonso Henriques, is reputed to have bathed in the spas at Sao Pedro do Sul to gather his strength before setting out to conquer the Moors.You can opt for relaxation and regeneration from the variety of therapeutic treatments on offer at the Spa. http://www.termas-spsul.com In between your spa treatments you can also practice water sports such as angling and canoeing.

Caramulo Museum
Nearby in Caramulo is the Museu do Carmulo that was set up by the two Lacerda brothers in the 1950s. The museum reflects both their passions: art and cars. The art collection contains 500 items including sculptures, furniture, ceramics and Roman tapestries as well as paintings of Dali, Picasso and Vieira da Silva.
The automobile collection contains over 60 vehicles including motorbikes, armoured cars used by the Portuguese dictator Salazar and the Bugatti 35B in which Lehrfeld achieved a land speed record of over 200 km/h back in 1931.
Museu do Caramulo, Rua Jean Lurcat, 42, 3475-031 Caramulo. Tel: 351 232 861 270. Email: info@museu-caramulo.net.

Serra da Estrela
The Natural Park of Serra da Estrela is the largest in Portugal and has the highest mountain peaks in Portugal. Both the Rio Mondego and the boulder strewn Rio Zezere start here and cut through the Natural Park. These are the only two rivers that start and end within Portugal's boundaries.

The Park was designated in 1976 to protect the rural character of the serra villages and its landscape. In the process some important wildlife has also been conserved.

Viseu
Viseu is the capital of the Beira Alta region nestling between the Serra do Carumulo and Serra da Estrela mountain ranges and is home to an architectural heritage that is well worth visiting. Good range of restaurants, cafes, shops and parks.
The town has a historic centre full of 16th-18th century buildings with a huge granite cathedral towering over the old town from the hill. The cathedral boasts an original vaulted ceiling, secured by stone ropes and knots. You can see paintings by the famous artist Vasco Fernandes (known as Grao Vasco) in the museum named after him.
Today the town is important as the centre of the Dao wine-growing region and a wide variety of regional gastronomic specialties are on offer at the restaurants in the town to accompany them.
Wander through the streets where Prince Henry the Navigator lived, he was also the Duke of Viseu. In Rua Escura, Gothic gargoyles peer out from 16th Century houses. Walk along the twisting Rua Direita, now a busy commercial street.

The mountain air, fine wines of the region and its famous cuisine will make your visit to central Portugal a memorable one.
Source: www.visitportugal.com.

Aveiro

The town with its 55.000 inhabitants is a mixture of neat fishermen’s cottages and Art Nouveau townhouses with a few historic buildings. The small houses lining the beach area are most attractive on the eye with their distinct colourful facades of different painted colours.

Golf

Golfe Montebelo was the first golf course to be built in the Central Portugal region. It’s in a stunning setting with the Serra da Estrela and Serra do Caramulo for views.

The 18 hole, 72 par course is divided into two 9 hole courses: the Caramulo course (the first nine holes) and the Estrela Course (the second nine holes). Facilities: Driving Range - Putting Green - Chipping and bunker practice area - Golf Shop - Restaurant - Bar - Swimming pool.
Directions: Take the IP 3 to Viseu and exit at the S. M. Outeiro-Sabugosa-P turnoff. After about 5.5 km the course is well signposted.
Golfe Montebelo, Farminhao, 510-643 Viseu. Tel: 351 232 856 464. Fax: 351 232 856 401.
Email: golfemontebelo@visabeiraturismo.pt

Vidago Golf Course is limited to nine holes that are played in two rounds and is part of the Vidago Spa Hotel. Set in a forest of pine trees, oaks and cedars, the ambience of the course offers a warm welcome to visitors. The 9th presents the player with some difficulties due to being a par-4 of 470 metres.
Address: Pavilhao do Golfe - 5425 Vidago Tel: 276 999 404. E-mail: clubevidago@clix.pt
There are a number of top quality golf courses in and around the Oporto area.

Change Over Day: Any

March - May 70 Euros per night
June - Aug 90 Euros per night
Sept - Oct 70 Euros per night
Weekend guests are very welcome, min stay 2 nights. For longer rentals please contact us for discounted ra

Facilities: Satellite TV. BBQ. Private Pool. Garden. Parking. Cot Available.

Activities Nearby: Golf. Water Sports. Flora and Fauna.

Allowed: Children Welcome. Long Lets Available.

Nearest Airport: Oporto

Name: J Mitchell
User Registered: 03-03-2008
Tel: ++ 44 (0)1307 830266

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