A Douro Retreat Where Silence and Wine Compete For Attention
"Cheers! Where tradition and wine meet comfort". - Reviewed by Deborah
Calling wine lovers everywhere! This 13-bedroom Douro Valley retreat is your chance to step back in time while enjoying modern comforts surrounded by vineyards and nature’s magic.
The story of this property begins with a quaint Douro Valley Quinta built in the 18th century. The property was once home to the Dona Antónia Adelaide Ferreira, a pioneering businesswoman who is famed for her contributions to port cultivation and wine innovations. In 2005, the Quinta first opened to guests with 5 suites. In 2012, Architect Francisco Vieira de Campos gave form to an additional contemporary building housing a further 8 suites. Today, this Douro Valley retreat offers 13 beautiful suites and enchanting spaces both inside and out for sociable pastimes and, of course, drinking wine!
Special Features
- Private swimming pool
- Pool deck
- Large lounge area and library
- Patio for al fresco dining
- Kitchen (for use by restaurant chef)
- Spa with sauna, hot tub and massage room
- Wine barrel novelty bar outside
- Working vineyard
- Wine boutique
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
This beautiful Douro Valley retreat has a total of 13 suites, 5 bedrooms in the 18th Century house and 8 in the recent build. Suites in the 18th Century building combine traditional Portuguese décor and modern comforts while the modern building suites are decidedly contemporary with clean, sleek lines and a private balcony.
All bedrooms enjoy independent access through the garden.
MASTER SUITE 1 – 18th CENTURY HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Large room with lounge, desk, and wood stove. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities and tub/shower combo.
SUITE 2 – 18th CENTURY HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with sofa. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities and tub/shower combo. Garden and river valley views.
BEDROOM 3 – 18th CENTURY HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with sofa. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities and tub/shower combo. Garden and river valley views.
BEDROOM 4 – 18th CENTURY HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with sofa. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities and tub/shower combo. Garden and river valley views.
BEDROOM 5 – 18th CENTURY HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with sofa. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities and tub/shower combo. Garden and river valley views.
BEDROOM 6 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
BEDROOM 7 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
BEDROOM 8 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
BEDROOM 9 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
BEDROOM 10 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
BEDROOM 11 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
BEDROOM 12 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
BEDROOM 13 – MODERN BUILDING
Sleeps 2 – California King-size bed. Spacious suite with living room, sofa, desk and TV. En-suite bathroom with twin vanities, bathtub and heated towel rails and bidet. Private balcony. Vineyard and river valley views.
ALL BEDROOMS INCLUDE SHEETS, BEDDING, TOWELS, TOILETRIES, RADIO/DOCKING STATIONS, NESPRESSO COFFEE MACHINES, MINIBARS, BATHROBES, HEATED TOWEL RAILS, HEATING, AC AND WI-FI.
Rental Price Includes
- Housekeeper
- Daily cleaning and laundry
- Buffet Breakfast
- Food preparation for lunch, dinner and snacks (pre-arranged menus – food and beverages €)
- Complementary bottle of wine in each room
- Winery visits and wine tastings
- Use of bicycles
Know Before You Go
- No access to the kitchen for guests. Staff prepare pre-arranged meals (food and beverages €)
- Staff from 8am to midnight with night-watch from 12am-8am
- Summers are hot.
- Evenings can be chilly.
- Rubber-soled, low-heeled shoes are advised for exploring the vineyards.
- Hilly terrain around the property may mean some uphill ambles.
Pet Policy
- No pets allowed
Activities Available On-Site or Nearby
The obvious activity here is to drink wine! Hang in the infinity-edge pool and enjoy the fruits of the vines. Other activities include golf, wine tastings, vineyard visits and yoga.
SPECIALTY ACTIVITIES
- Personalized Vineyard Tours and Tastings: An on-site tour will introduce you the wine and Port-making process.
- Hiking: What a wonderful way to take in the sheer beauty of your surroundings! Directions are available, so you can find your way to the surrounding vineyards for an on-foot tasting experience.
- Picnic: An absolutely favorite way to spend a day here is to hike up the hill beyond the furthest-reaching vines and lavish in a spectacular picnic that will be set up for you by the staff.
- Helicopter Service: A helipad near the property provides the flexibility to get you wherever you’d like to go for a quick day trip. This efficient way to travel can not only whisk you from Lisbon or Porto in a matter of minutes but can effectively deliver you to nearby golf courses, restaurants, hotels, shopping and more.
- River Boat: Douro means gold in Portuguese. Here, you have a golden opportunity to enjoy the river as well as the many wine houses and restaurants along this beautiful body of water. Enjoy a day – or even an overnight stay – on a charming riverboat cruise.
Additional Services ($€£)
- Itinerary planning – pre and post-arrival
- Round-trip airport transportation
- Grocery shopping services
- Babysitting services
- Organizing car and golf cart rentals
- Booking tours, excursions and restaurant reservations
- Other services may be available – just ask!
