Barn in Beautiful Valley

Cozy rebuilt barn located in a small semi-wild paradise, nestled in a valley and crossed by one of the cleanest rivers in Europe. If you are looking for nature and a bit of wilderness, this is your place. Moreover, its privileged location gives the possibility of visiting a large part of Northern Portugal on day trips. Ideal for winter inside time, as well as for blooming spring and summer. The soothing sounds of the river will lull you into a beautiful relaxing sleep.

One bedroom house recovered and furnished, including one double bed, private bathroom with shower, equipped kitchen and a little balcony perfect for sunsets. We provide biodegradable products for dish washing and soap; local amenities (homemade jams, olive oil, salt, vinegar) for short time stays, so you don’t have to carry your own; and access to vegetables and aromatics garden for cooking and infusions (depending on stock). The house contains a wood heater (with free wood for your needs) - you can keep water heating in a metal kettle on top of the heater! Exterior areas with several corners to relax, big patio with table and chairs, riverside deck to sunbathe and chill. The sound of the river creates the perfect atmosphere to relax and disconnect. Good speed Wi-Fi. Parking space. Need to self-drive (there is scarce public transport nearby). Meals can be provided on request.

Located on the banks of the Ovelha river, with its crystal-clear waters, and is a natural habitat for otters, trout, dragonflies, water blackbirds and kingfishers. In front of the building, there is an excellent area for bathing and observing the fauna, particularly birds, and local flora. Guests can bathe right next to the house, in a private river corner!

Despite the feeling of isolation, it is located 5 minutes from highway (which connects the Portuguese coast to northeast Trás-os-Montes), 10 minutes from the beautiful city of Amarante, 45 minutes from the city of Porto and 50 minutes from Porto’s airport. Amarante is the closest city (only 7min drive) and it is a beautiful historical small city. Located on the banks of the Tâmega River, with its amazing São Gonçalo church and bridge, it is home of Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso art museum. Surrounded by mountains, Amarante provides a perfect harmony between the city and the natural landscape. Nearby are the mountains of Serra da Aboboreira, Alvão and Marão, ideal sites for nature tourism lovers, with plenty of walking or biking trails. For those who enjoy river bathing, apart from Ovelha river, there are several other pristine rivers a short-drive distance!

We both came from Porto, but we actually met around here! Having left behind the stress of a bigger city, we share the same goal of a more simple and nature connected life. The farm was historically a family water mill for grinding flour. we actively participated in the farm’s renovation works. Personally undertook all the wooden crafting, including balconies and furniture. All the details were considered for optimising comfort and functionality, starting by working the odd angles of an ancient and several times adapted house. In the rehabilitation process, locally sourced materials were used, namely wood from the sawmill in the neighbouring parish and schist stone from the Valongo mountain range (located 30 minutes away). We use biological products in our daily routine, such as cleaning products for ourselves and the houses. We urge our guests to do the same: we invite to reduce the use of plastic to a minimum, offering refillable containers with biodegradable shower gel and shampoo, as well as artisanal soap. We take recycling seriously and encourage all guests to do the same. We provide different containers for waste separation. All organic residuals are used for our compost to fertilize our soil and complete the circle of life. Guests can enjoy local organic products from our garden, namely aromatic herbs for cooking and infusions, depending on stock.

Prices and conditions (all utilities included): Low Season 60€/night 50€ (minimum 3 nights) 280€/week (7 nights) Medium season (May and October) 80€/night 70€ (minimum 3 nights) 500€/week (7 nights) High Season (June, August, September) 110€ (minimum 2 nights) 700€/week (7 nights)