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Mendiz House - Douro

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Living area
Pool
Exterior
Pool
Exterior
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10500 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Vale de Mendiz, Vila Real
  • Popular LocationCasal de Loivos Viewpoint6 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuinta de La Rosa7 min drive
  • Popular LocationQuinta da Roêda Winery9 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)107 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

5 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 7

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Mendiz House - Douro

Rural Tourism Registration Number: 080/06

Situated in the heart of the Alto Douro Wine Region, Casa de Mendiz is a manor house with rustic lines dating from 1780.
The House consists of five suites with high level of comfort and privacy. It has outdoor pool, living room, dining room, reading room, games room with pool table, equipped kitchen, two fireplaces, internet, cable TV and DVD. It also has an office with sofa bed.
Perfectly integrated into the cultural and architectural landscape of the region, it offers an absolutely fantastic landscape setting. The many outdoor spaces, with panoramic balconies, terraces, porches, swimming pool and garden of rose bushes and fruit trees, invite us to enjoy and participate in this surrounding beauty..

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Located in the heart of the Upper Douro Winemaking region, Mendiz's House is a rustic-style Mansion House dating back to 1780.
The House comprises five suites with a high level of comfort and privacy. It has an outdoor swimming pool, a living room, a dining room, a music and reading room, a games room with a pool table, a fitted kitchen, two fireplaces, Internet, a TV set with Cable TV and a DVD player. It also has an office with a sofa bed.
Perfectly in tune with the cultural and architectural tone of the region, it provides an absolutely amazing landscape setting. The many outdoor spaces with panoramic verandas, terraces, porches, swimming pool and rose garden, loquats and orange trees invite us to enjoy and make the most of this surrounding beauty.

Property manager

José Manuel

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

Amenities

Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
View of the main house
Set In It's Own Vineyard With Unique Views Over The Valley For Complete Privacy!
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Gym
9.4 out of 10, (24 reviews)
Set In It's Own Vineyard With Unique Views Over The Valley For Complete Privacy!

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite 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
Property Registration Number 8006

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Alijo

This vacation home is located in Alijo. Bread and Wine Museum and Vale do Tua Interpretive Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quinta de La Rosa and Quinta da Roêda Winery. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Vale de Mendiz, Vila Real

What's nearby

  • Casal de Loivos Viewpoint - 6 min drive
  • Duoro River - 6 min drive
  • Quinta de La Rosa - 7 min drive
  • Quinta da Roêda Winery - 9 min drive
  • Jardim da Avenida Doutor Francisco Sa Carneiro - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Pinhão Train Station - 10 min drive
  • Vila Real (VRL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Praia Bar - 6 min drive
  • LBV 79 - 6 min drive
  • Quinta da Avessada - 10 min drive
  • Rufete - 6 min drive
  • Cardanho dos Presuntos - 6 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends getaway
The property lived up to the pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOHN D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great home!
We were seven adults who thoroughly enjoyed our 2-night stay. The home is spacious, the beds comfortable and the rooms were all very clean and welcoming. We did not use the pool (thought it was crystal clear), as it was a bit cool in early October... and we were always out during the day exploring the Douro Valley. We did not cook at home but we really appreciated the full-sized kitchen and large dining room table. The views from the balcony outside two of the bedrooms were wonderful. We parked two cars on the property. It just takes a bit of patience and skill to navigate the cobblestone shared driveway leading from the main street to the house. A small cafe is no more than a 2 minute walk up a pedestrian path from the house... though a perfectly adequate breakfast of coffee, breads and cheeses is provided by the owner each morning. The town of Pinhao is about a 10-minute ride and there we enjoyed a couple different restaurants, bought some groceries and boarded a scenic boat tour of the Douro Valley. Bottom line? Book this home for your visit to Pinhao.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thorsten S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fast ein mittelalterliches Schloss - traumhaft in den Hügeln oberhalb Pinhao gelegen
Das besondere Haus, die wunderschöne Umgebung und die liebevolle Betreuung durch Luisa und Jose waren die perfekte Kombination. Wir waren mit 3 Paaren dort sowie einmal mit Kleinkind, Anfang November. Das Haus ist eine Mischung aus Schloss und Museum mit so vielen Details, insgesamt 5 Schlafzimmern, 3 unten, 2 oben, wovon eins im Obergeschoss 2 Einzelbetten hat- und oben ist es nicht ganz so stilsicher wie unten. Für den Sommer gibt es im Garten einen Pool und einen Billardraum. Jetzt im Herbst konnten Mandarinen und Orangen direkt im Garten gepflückt werden und die umgebenden Weinterrassen leuchten in buntesten Farben, dazu stahlblauer Himmel aber nachts empfindlich kalt (4 Grad C), Tags so etwa 12-15. ideal zum Wandern. Im Haus sind mehrere Feuerstellen und elektrische Heizung, Luisa hat immer dafür gesorgt, dass morgens und abends das Feuer loderte. Die Gastfreundschaft ist ehrlich und herzlich. Jeden Morgen bereitete Luisa automatisch das Frühstück mit selbstgebackenem Kuchen. Ansonsten aber sehr viel Privatsphäre. Das Haus liegt nur etwa 4 Kilometer oberhalb Pinhao und weit über dem Douro-Tal. Idealer Ausgangspunkt für Wanderungen oder Ausfahrten. Wir waren 3 Tage dort hätten aber gerne verlängert. Ein Ort um die Seele baumeln zu lassen
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect place to unwind.
Place was exactly as advertised -- a lovely old stone house in a tiny village, with vineyards in every direction. Friendly hosts, and Louisa, who prepares breakfast, is a gem. Be advised that getting in and out of the driveway is a bit of a tight squeeze. We managed it okay, but for the most part just parked our car on the main street, a block away. No shops in Vale de Mendiz itself, but Pinhau is a beautiful little river village, with everything you need. All the major port houses are in the neighborhood, but if you like wine, and prefer table wine to port, be sure to book a visit to 'Wine and Soul,' which is in Vale de Mendiz itself -- only 50 yards or so from the house. It's one of the greatest wineries in the entire Douro region.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heidi G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnificent property!
We loved our stay here and wished we had booked for a longer period of time. Luiza's breakfasts were wonderful, the property was gorgeous, and Jose was beyond helpful. The pictures do not compare to the beauty of the house in person. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by José Manuel

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Languages:

English, French, Portuguese
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