This beautiful 18th century restored house has a high standard of modern furnishings. It is set in a beautiful countryside, in the village of Lanheses, 10 Km from Viana do Castelo in the scenic Minho Region of Northern Portugal where the unique vinho verde (green wine) is produced. The village of Lanheses (800 m to the centre) has shops, supermarkets, bakery, chemist, bank, post office, cafes and restaurants. The picturesque town of Ponte de Lima (7 Km) has the protection of the world Heritage Organization, and has many shops, restaurants and cultural activities. The port city of Viana do Castelo, 10 Km away, is also very beautiful with many shops, shopping centre, restaurants, etc. The beaches of northern coast can be reached already in 10 Km. There is a superb golf course at Ponte de Lima 7 Km away and there are also tennis courts nearby.
Beautifully restored by the present owner, the house offers spacious, comfortable and stylish accommodation. Ground floor: one single bedroom with en suite shower room, and a double bedroom with doors onto the patio. Separate shower room. Open plan lounge/dining room with comfortable sofas and chairs around an open fireplace, and a television. The large kitchen has a tiled floor and is fully equipped with full sized gas hob and oven, dishwasher, large fridge, and microwave. Separate laundry room with washing machine. Doors open directly out onto the main entrance, the patio and the swimming pool.
First floor: Master suite with twin beds, and a small sitting room with a sofa bed suitable for one adult or two children. Separate shower room with high-pressure multi-directional jets. The bedroom has views over the swimming pool. There are two further twin bedrooms, both en suite, one with shower and one with bath, and a double bedded room with en suite shower. These rooms overlook the garden.
An extra bed for a child and a baby cot are also available. Outside there is a private swimming pool 12m x 6m, with a depth of 1.2m to 2.8m. The paved area around the pool has sun loungers, tables and chairs. There is a patio, a barbecue, and beautiful mature gardens with lighting and granite seating for relaxing after the heat of the day.
The property benefits from full central heating making it suitable for a holiday any time of the year.
There is maid service fom Monday to Friday. A taxi or mini bus can be arranged to transport guests to Porto airport. Sleeps 10 adults + 1 child + 1 small child, self catering.