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Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 3+ bathrooms Sleeps 8 150 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Cavez, Braga
- Monastery of Saint Miguel of Refojos Garden14 min drive
- Celorico De Basto Tourism Center24 min drive
- Ludico de Celorico de Basto Park24 min drive
- Vila Real (VRL)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Vila Franca House, former Mother House of the centenary Quinta de Vila Franca
Casa de Vila Franca is the old mother house of the centenary (1892) Quinta de Vila Franca. Inheritance of Carlos Silva and Conceição Teixeira, former owners, is now owned by the Silva Ferreira family, who recently decided to make it available to welcome guests.
The house offers a privileged view of the magnificent landscape of the river Tâmega and the vineyards of the property, providing the modest and calm of the rural territories of the Minho region.
It is a place that provides comfort, serenity, tranquility and rest conditions to enjoy nature. Simultaneously, the house is located about an hour from the main urban centers of the northern region (such as Porto, Braga, Guimarães, Vila Real or Chaves), with good access. It is within the Vinho Verde Demarcated Region and only about fifty kilometers from the Alto Douro Wine Region, the oldest wine region in the world and classified by UNESCO as an Intangible World Heritage Site.
Guests have at their disposal exclusively an excellent pool with natural lawn and a garden between the house and the gate of the property.
It is important to highlight the rich fauna and flora in the property and in the surroundings. The Tâmega River and the mouth of the Louredo River, about a hundred meters from the house, also reinforce the beauty of the Quinta and the views of the house. Also noteworthy are the old levadas of the irrigation system of the Quinta and the wine mills built in granite stones, as well as the vineyards and the magnificent walking paths they offer.
The house offers a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable living room, 3 bedrooms, all with private bathroom and a service bathroom. It also has cable TV and internet.
The house offers a privileged view of the magnificent landscape of the river Tâmega and the vineyards of the property, providing the modest and calm of the rural territories of the Minho region.
It is a place that provides comfort, serenity, tranquility and rest conditions to enjoy nature. Simultaneously, the house is located about an hour from the main urban centers of the northern region (such as Porto, Braga, Guimarães, Vila Real or Chaves), with good access. It is within the Vinho Verde Demarcated Region and only about fifty kilometers from the Alto Douro Wine Region, the oldest wine region in the world and classified by UNESCO as an Intangible World Heritage Site.
Guests have at their disposal exclusively an excellent pool with natural lawn and a garden between the house and the gate of the property.
It is important to highlight the rich fauna and flora in the property and in the surroundings. The Tâmega River and the mouth of the Louredo River, about a hundred meters from the house, also reinforce the beauty of the Quinta and the views of the house. Also noteworthy are the old levadas of the irrigation system of the Quinta and the wine mills built in granite stones, as well as the vineyards and the magnificent walking paths they offer.
The house offers a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable living room, 3 bedrooms, all with private bathroom and a service bathroom. It also has cable TV and internet.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 59129/AL
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Cabeceiras de Basto
Located in Cabeceiras de Basto, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Arnóia Castle and Freguesia de Anjos Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quinta da Lixa Winery and Fornelos River Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Pao de Lo de Margaride and Parque Aquático de Amarante. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.

Cavez, Braga
What's nearby
- Monastery of Saint Miguel of Refojos Garden - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
- Chapel of Our Lady Fatima - 16 min drive - 13.4 km
- Celorico De Basto Tourism Center - 24 min drive - 22.5 km
- Ludico de Celorico de Basto Park - 24 min drive - 22.8 km
- Parque Aquático de Amarante - 46 min drive - 45.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Restaurante o mineiro - 18 min drive
- Restaurante Caneiro - 9 min drive
- Restaurante Retiro do Lavrador - 18 min drive
- Pizzaria Zira - 16 min drive
- Café Boavista - 15 min drive
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Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
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31 July 2024
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Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
J F.
17 July 2024
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Great views, fabulous pool
J F.
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10/10 Excellent
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17 August 2024
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Lieu exceptionnel
Verified traveller
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8/10 Good
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Buen sitio para veranear
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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
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20 August 2022
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Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
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12 August 2020
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Teba S.
8 September 2019
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Vacaciones ideales
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Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Daniel A.
29 August 2019
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Wonderful time!
Daniel A.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
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18 August 2019
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Hosted by Maria Ferreira

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