Family hotels and homes in Horta da Vilariça

Rosemary United Kingdom

The whole place was amazing and the staff were exceptionally helpful

Guy United Kingdom

What a delightful place! A retired schoolteacher has renovated three old buildings on the family farm and he and his two daughters (one of whom, Katerina, speaks excellent English) run the place. The conversion of the cottages is complete but the work on the grounds is continuing, though that does not cause any hassle for the guests. His latest project is to take old implements (iron and stone) for pressing olive oil etc, inherited from his ancestors, setting them up as they might have been used in the past (in a rustic sort of way). My cottage (the smallest of the three, as I was alone) was a bit dark but that was explained by the original layout - probably for the use of animals so with very few (and small) windows.. The amazing thing was that during the day it was cool inside while hot outside, but at night, when it was cold outside, it was warm inside. This is due to the very thick stone walls (they warmed up during the day and let out the heat at night). The pool is great - spotlessly clean and the house furnishings are modern and smart. My only concern is the bathroom - it's a bit tight for space and I am concerned that someone large (like one of my sisters) might end up getting wedged on the loo and not be able to get out! There was no internet available in my cottage but apparently that was due to be installed the following week. I was able to use the connection on the verandah of one of the other cottages as there was no-one there during my stay. The whole place is sublimely peaceful and quiet - you could not wish for a better place to get away from it all. I loved it!

Wojciech Portugal

Location: Between the Sabor river and the Douro river, near IP2. When you cross the bridge on the Sabor go always up until you find the only yellow house – it’s the hotel. The location is quiet, with great views to the mountains and the Sabor river. The beach is close by. We recommend the Lamerinho restaurant (ca 800 m). The menu is very short: fried fish from the river served with chips and a salad. For the all-you-can-eat-and-drink (including wine and soft drinks) you will pay only 12,50 € pp (cash payment only). The place is a good base to explore south part of the Douro International Nature Park and the UNESCO site of the Coa Valley. Hotel: The building has three levels, each at the ground level (quite frequent in Portugal). The hosts live at the highest level, and the lowest level accommodate the hotel, 4 rooms, dining room and the terrace with great views. The hotel is separated and independent from the private area of the hosts. Room: small but functional, electric sockets available near the bed, lighting is OK Bed: large, for my wife it was very comfortable, for me little bit too hard, but I easily solved the problem with a duvet put on the mattress. Bathroom: large and comfortable, large shower cabin, good pressure of water. Breakfast: Excellent. If you prefer French style you can eat homemade jams, and homemade cake, fresh bread. In case you prefer German style you will find local meats, ham and cheese. We were also offered to make sandwiches to have a lunch during hiking we planned. WiFi: Good in the dining room and at the terrace, weak signal in the room. Parking: at the yard (rather tight). Alternatively there is also a parking space at the street – safe and more space. Staff: Excellent. Paula is very friendly and helpful. We could put our food into her refrigerator and were offered a boiling water to prepare our afternoon tea. If you stay more than one day ask Paula for a dinner. She loves to cook and prepares great food.

Terry Canada

Beautiful location. Scenery, swimming pool, picking oranges for fresh squeezed juice. The owners were very friendly and helpful.

Dianne United Kingdom

Exceptionally clean and modern. Wonderful views which cannot be beaten. Service exceptional. Nothing too much trouble for Alexandra. Parking brilliant. Absolutely loved it. Wonderful location if you like natural beauty.

Fernando P. D. Germany

River Beach nearby. Great views. Spot on breakfast delivery. Very helpful hosts. Obrigado.

Sara United Kingdom

big rooms, nicely decorated, fantastic view, everything was very spacious and staff amazingly friendly. we were the o my guests at this early time of the season (Mid-week) and no corners were cut.

JvK United Kingdom

lots of pace free street parking in front airco central location rain shower Near Ecopista do Sabor