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 Golden 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 charming home has been painstakingly restored to maintain the existing Old-World 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.
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 6
Sleeps 4 – Double bed. Living room with 2 day beds. En-suite bathroom with shower. Private entrance. River views.
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
- Breakfast
- Lunch, dinner preparation for up to 8 guests (pre-arranged menus, food and beverages €)
- Full-time housekeeper
- Daily cleaning and laundry
- 24/7 Concierge service
- Itinerary planning, pre- and post-arrival
- Wi-Fi
- A/C
Know Before You Go
- Additional fees apply for meal preparation for over 8 guests
- You are on the bank of the river
- Summers are hot
- Evenings can be chilly
- Bring comfortable shoes
- Bedrooms 5 and 6 located away from the main house
Staff and Services
- Traditional chef
- Full-time wait staff and housekeeper from 8 am until 3pm
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!
