The Castel'Rei House in the North of Portugal

The Castel’Rei House ( farmhouse was quite tastefully restored some years ago), in North Portugal lies at the edge of a green valley, viewing the hilltop where a few thousand years ago the Citânia de Briteiros, a walled settlement, was founded. Inside the authentic elements such as the granite walls and the original bread oven are in pleasant contrast with the modern architecture of the kitchen and the bathrooms and the light, airy (Website hidden by Airbnb) house is surrounded by a lovely, lush garden. At the back the garden terraces lead up to an oak grove. On the second level is the swimming pool, surrounded by a lawn. Here you have absolute privacy! About 1 km from the house, in the village of São Salvador de Briteiros, there is a bakery, a grocery shop, a couple of cafés and a restaurant that serves good, plain food. In Taipas (5 km) are all kinds of shops and three large supermarkets. There you will also find the Termas (spa), which offers a variety of beauty and wellness treatments. The distance to the centre of Guimarães (Unesco World Heritage) is 15 km, to Braga via the Bom Jesus also 15 km, and to the impressive Peneda-Gerês national park about 40 km. Porto and the airport distance is about 60 km (50 minutes driving). The valley, linked to the green hills beyond the Bom Jesus, is perfect for walks. A marked walk leading along the Citânia starts in the village, next to the museum dedicated to the excavations of the settlement. House, swimming pool, garden surrounding and parking are for private use of the guests We will be with you on the check in and out, and will be available whenever needed Situated in a quiet and peaceful location. Surrounding green, characteristic of the Minho region of Portugal, where you can enjoy a quiet and relaxing holiday. However, being close to the cities of Braga, Guimarães and Porto, you can easily also take advantage of what all major cities can offer. car rental is suggested -Not suitable for wheel chairs. -The widely spaced balustrades of the stairs and the landing offer little protection for smaller children.