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NORTH PORTUGAL - FELGUEIRAS - RANDE

MINHO VILLA ACCOMMODATION AT CASA DE VALDEMAR

Sleeps: 16+1 | Bedrooms: 8 | Bathrooms: 9 |
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Minho Villa - A 19th century self-catering manor for rental near Felgueiras, North Portugal.

Casa Valdemar Overview
Casa Valdemar is on a slope with magnificent views of the Longra Valley and the Vinho Verde wine producing area.

This estate has 2,5 hectares of land which is near a forest reserve of rare beauty. A new motorway crosses the hillside high above the house but does not affect the enjoyment.

Accommodation
The house has been recently restored to meet the modern day living standards.

On the ground floor, there are three twin bedded rooms and two double bedrooms, all with en suite bathroom.

The lounge has a television and a wide collection of books and a card table. A salamander can be lit on winter days.

The first floor has two twin bedded rooms with en suite bathrooms and a double bedroom with a small adjoining single room suitable for a child. This room has a shower room.

All the bedrooms are equipped with a television and central heating.

There is wheelchair access to the house and a lift connecting the ground floor to the lower ground.

On the lower ground floor is a well equipped industrial kitchen with hob/oven, fridge, dishwasher and toaster. It is suitable for large parties. There is also a dining room with a fireplace which has direct access to the gardens and the pool.

Outside
Near the swimming pool, in an annex cottage, there is a games room containing a table tennis table and a football table.

The large swimming pool measures 13 by 6 metres and has a depth which varies from 0,40 to 2 metres. Sun loungers and umbrellas are available. There is a changing room with shower and a built in barbecue next to the pool.

The garden is totally secluded with views of the vineyards.

Location
Casa do Valdemar is near the village of Rande, The main town is Felgueiras which has a rich Romanesque heritage which is evident in the many churches. The most remarkable examples are the impressive Monastery of Pombeiro, the beautiful church of Airaes and the nearby church of Unhao.

The region also has interesting archaeology from other periods, including the dolmens of Refontoura and Idaes, several Roman and Medieval bridges, old roads and a fascinating Roman Villa at Sendim dating from the 1st. century.

The regions handicrafts include the stringed musical instruments and the famous embroideries of Felgueiras.

The location of the property gives easy access to the beautiful town of Guimaraes, declared World Heritage site by Unesco. The historical city of Porto, also named as a World Heritage site, which is at 65 kilometers away.

This region is renowned for its gastronomy and Vinho Verde (green wine). The nearest restaurant to the house is about 1,5 kilometers and the shops 5 kilometers away.

The Amarante golf course is about 20 kilometers away. There are horse-riding stables near the house.

Oporto international airport is about 56 kilometers away.

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Casa Valdemar 8 Bedrooms
Casa Valdemar 9 Bathrooms
Casa Valdemar Satellite television
Casa Valdemar Well equipped kitchen
Casa Valdemar Hob
Casa Valdemar Oven
Casa Valdemar Fridge
Casa Valdemar Dishwasher
Casa Valdemar Toaster
Casa Valdemar Washing machine
Casa Valdemar Central heating
Casa Valdemar Lift
Casa Valdemar Table tennis table
Casa Valdemar Television
Casa Valdemar CD player
Casa Valdemar Football table
Casa Valdemar Bicycles available
Casa Valdemar Swimming pool
Casa Valdemar Private parking
Casa Valdemar Nearest airport: Porto
Casa Valdemar Nearest motorway: A11
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