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'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira

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3 bedrooms, Internet, bed sheets

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8120 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
The price is AU$373
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira

Description:
The name of Casa do Rio comes from recognising the beauty that Branda da Aveleira offers between Earth, Water, Sun, Fauna and Flora... A healthy energy that is indispensable to Life, and also from the fact that the house is very close to the River Aveleira.

As it is only a short distance from the Peneda-Gerês National Park, its location is even more appreciated, with the Garranos and Cachena cattle, which are very common in these parts, standing out in the landscape!

It thus becomes an embrace between nature and the men who walk through each part of the mountain, where the crystal-clear water and the visitor's desire to return to Branda da Aveleira go hand in hand.

Casa do Rio is part of the traditions of the local people and community, offering a place of comfort and relaxation that nature lovers are looking for! Being set in such a picturesque and pleasant Branda will envelop you and who knows, maybe the metamorphosis of Man into ‘Brandeiro’ will take place!

Now for a bit of history...

Every year, at least since the 12th century, at the beginning of May, the ‘Brandeiros’ (people who transhumanced to the Brandas) from the parish of Gave, in the municipality of Melgaço, would take their flocks up to the pastures of Branda da Aveleira, thus freeing up the land at lower altitudes for growing maize and beans. The herds were mainly made up of cattle, sheep and horses, with some goats.

By definition, the Branda is the place where summer time is spent, the time of year when the weather conditions are ‘milder’ (or 'brandas') than during the winter, when the shepherds return to their homes in the village.

When the tradition was still followed, the ‘brandeiros’ stayed on the mountain throughout the summer, with only a few of them going down to the village on Saturday to attend Sunday mass and bring supplies for the branda. This was a communal and mutual endeavour, with the ‘brandeiros’ who went down bringing food for those who stayed.

The Branda da Aveleira, situated at an altitude of around 1100 metres, where the river Vez is formed by the waters of the Aveleira, Vidoeiro and Calçado streams, is a mountain area marked by human presence and where traces of the Ice Age known as the ‘Wurm Glaciation’ are still visible.

Branda da Aveleira, due to its traditions and location, offers its visitors great opportunities to enjoy the magnificent scenery, on foot or by mountain bike, following the various trails, always accompanied by the calm of the mountains.

And at the end of the day, it invites you to savour a fine plate of local cuisine in the only restaurant in the area, which owes its name to the man from the mountains: ‘O Brandeiro’.

Come, sit by the fire and let Casa do Rio captivate you!





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Property manager

Henrique Silva

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,292 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 0534

Property is also known as

HAICN25051007

About the area

Map
Melgaço, Porto e Norte

What's nearby

  • Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres - 16 min walk
  • Santuário da Senhora da Peneda - 21 min drive
  • Termas de Melgaço - 32 min drive
  • Porta Do Mezio - 36 min drive
  • Bande Roman Thermal Baths - 58 min drive

Getting around

  • Salvaterra Station - 42 min drive
  • Vigo (VGO-Peinador) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tasquinha - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cantinho do Abade - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bar Regional Val de Poldros - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Recanto D’avó - ‬35 min drive
  • ‪Café Central - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira?

As of 8 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira on 29 Nov 2024 start from AU$372.64, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at 'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira located?

Situated in Melgaço, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres and within 12 miles (20 km) of Santuário da Senhora da Peneda and Quintas de Melgaço. Quinta de Soalheiro and Espaço Memória e Fronteira are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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