Douro Valley Luxury Rental on the River Bank
“Loved the feel of a modern home in an Old-World shell. But the best part is just gazing out at the river at the end of the garden! The ideal location for visiting the Douro Valley.” - Reviewed by Lisa
Carefully camouflaged on the verdant banks of the Douro River, this magnificent location is the perfect venue for an incredible family get-together or to host a special event. Reach out and it feels as if you can touch the vines on the opposite river bank.
This home is masterfully situated to totally immerse yourself in all that the Douro area has to offer: Breathtaking views up and down the river, wine and Port tastings galore right on your doorstep, hikes, sunset sailing…the list goes on.
This Douro Valley luxury rental home has been painstakingly restored to maintain the existing olde-worlde charm while adding new world conveniences and infrastructure. With restoration, the home has been reborn and exudes comfortable, cool, modern interiors with lots of light, open-plan living and five-star bedroom suites. Still, with its old stone walls, the original wine-crushing wells and carefully-restored, unique features – it’s easy to imagine how this property lived its former life.
To further enhance your authentic Douro experience, this farmhouse comes with wonderful staff at your service, including a traditional in-house chef (€) and a friendly housekeeper. Wake up to a delicious breakfast prepared with local produce or enjoy a fabulous picnic lunch by the pool; the charming staff are on hand to tailor a unique experience for you and your group.
Ensure to visit during September when the harvest unfolds, promising a unique and captivating experience.
Video Tour
Special Features
- Swimming pool
- Boat dock
- Huge patios
- Rolling lawns to the river
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
All bedroom suites are organized along the lines of a first-class hotel. Each suite has a view facing the river. Each follows the same custom design with white walls and bedding. Colour is introduced with contemporary art pieces, throws and accent pillows. All rooms offer plenty of amenities and creature comforts.
Bedrooms 1 to 4 are situated on the upper level; Bedrooms 5 and 6 are located away from the main house on the lower level, like a basement bedroom.
BEDROOM 1
Sleeps 2 – King-size bed. Spacious room. Desk. En-suite bathroom with shower.
BEDROOM 2
Sleeps 2 – King-size or two Twin beds. Desk. En-suite bathroom with shower.
BEDROOM 3
Sleeps 2 – King-size or two Twin beds. Desk. En-suite bathroom with shower.
BEDROOM 4
Sleeps 2 – Queen-size bed. Desk. En-suite bathroom with shower.
BEDROOM 5
Sleeps 2 – Double bed. En-suite bathroom with shower. Private entrance. River views.
BEDROOM 06
Sleeps 6 – Queen bed and 2 Twin bunk beds. En-suite bathroom with shower. River view. Private Entrance.
ALL BEDROOMS INCLUDE HOTEL-QUALITY SHEETS, ANTI-ALLERGENIC PILLOWS, BEDDING, TOWELS, TOILETRIES, HAIRDRYERS AND BATHROBES.
Living Areas
Space abounds at this Douro Valley rental home…where you can bask in the open interior and exterior living. The home faces the river and all rooms offer magnificent river vistas. Modern good looks have not forsaken creature comforts – you’ll find plenty of deep sofas to curl up on, lots of good groupings for socializing, game tables and over-sized dining areas.
- Fully-fitted, large, open-plan kitchens
- Large outdoor terraces
- Pool terrace
- Spacious dining areas
- Elegant large living rooms
- Laundry rooms
- Powder rooms
- Infinity pool hanging over the river
Rental Price Includes
- Daily breakfast prepared with local ingredients for all guests
- Welcome dinner for up to 8 guests for stays over 7 days
- Daily housekeeping and laundry service
- 24/7 Concierge service
- Itinerary planning, pre- and post-arrival
- Wi-Fi
- A/C
Know Before You Go
- Full-time traditional chef to prepare lunch and dinner from pre-arranged menus which are outstanding and flexible according to guests preferences (€).
- Additional fees apply for welcome meal for over 8 guests.
- Chef, waitstaff and houskeeper are in service from 8am-3pm. Dinner is left pre-prepared.
- Pre-arrange a car rental with driver to enjoy the winding country roads.
- Ensure to visit during September when the harvest unfolds, promising a unique and captivating experience.
- Summers are hot and evenings can be chilly
- Bring comfortable shoes
- Bedrooms 5 and 6 located away from the main house
Staff and Services
- Traditional in-house chef
Kids Services & Activities
- Please contact us for details
Pet Policy
- Please contact us for details.
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: 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 favourite 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.
- 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 ($€£)
- Round-trip airport transportation
- In-villa spa service
- Grocery shopping service
- Tours and excursions
- Fitness personnel
- Babysitting services
- Infant equipment rentals
- Security personnel
- Translators
- Private guides
- Other services may be available – just ask!
