Villa in Vila Real District
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this villa rental
Cerco dos Cerrados is a large estate surrounded by vineyards, with direct access to the Tâmega River, located in northern Portugal, via an ancient Roman-style stone path.
The property is unique and of rare beauty. The house is very large, spacious, comfortable, and features thick stone walls and wooden shutters, giving it a rustic character.
The house accommodates 8 guests, has 4 living areas, is fully furnished, and has Wi-Fi access to ensure maximum comfort. It is also equipped to receive babies and small children.
The upper floor has three private, modern suites, each with a full bathroom.
Also on this floor, there is a living room with a modular sofa that can be converted into two single beds or one double bed. All beds will be comfortably made upon your arrival.
From the main hallway, all rooms have access to the outside via a balcony with chairs and a hammock, perfect for relaxing while enjoying views of the river, vineyards, and old wine presses.
The ground floor features a large open-plan room with a dining area, two lounge spaces, a cozy fireplace that heats the whole house, and cable TV. We also provide books and board games for your entertainment.
The room has three large windows that let in plenty of natural light and open to the outside, complemented by traditional wooden shutters.
Also on this level is a glassed-in breakfast room, ideal for enjoying meals while appreciating the surrounding nature.
The kitchen, adjacent to the breakfast area, is fully renovated and equipped with modern appliances and a gas stove. It also leads to an outdoor area with a barbecue. This space includes a table for 8 people, shaded by a grapevine trellis and surrounded by plants and an old lemon tree. It can be lit at night and warmed by a firepit, with firewood provided by us.
Outside, there is ample space for parking vehicles or engaging in recreational activities. An exterior staircase also connects to the upper floor of the house.
The saltwater swimming pool, offering panoramic views of the vineyards and river, is private and exclusively for guests' use.
Around the pool, you'll find outdoor furniture, sun loungers, and coolers to keep your drinks chilled. The area also includes a solar-heated outdoor shower and access to a WC.
No need to bring pool towels — they are provided by the accommodation.
Next to the pool, there are also swings and a grassy area where children can play football, volleyball, or simply enjoy the spacious outdoors. We also provide movable solar lanterns that you can place anywhere on the property to create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
Several shaded outdoor areas are available thanks to the trees, providing welcome relief during the high summer temperatures.
At the Tâmega River, you can swim in crystal-clear waters, fish, or enjoy a picnic with a complimentary basket while relaxing near the natural dam.
Cerco dos Cerrados is located by motorway at:
96 km from Porto
69 km from Braga
45 km from Guimarães
43 km from Amarante
33 km from Fafe
It is situated in the municipality of Cabeceiras de Basto, specifically in Cavez, which is 14 km from the house.
The village of Cavez, the nearest to the property, is 2.6 km away, and has a mini-market, cafés, restaurants, and other basic services.
The nearest large supermarkets can be found in Cabeceiras de Basto and Fafe.
The property is unique and of rare beauty. The house is very large, spacious, comfortable, and features thick stone walls and wooden shutters, giving it a rustic character.
The house accommodates 8 guests, has 4 living areas, is fully furnished, and has Wi-Fi access to ensure maximum comfort. It is also equipped to receive babies and small children.
The upper floor has three private, modern suites, each with a full bathroom.
Also on this floor, there is a living room with a modular sofa that can be converted into two single beds or one double bed. All beds will be comfortably made upon your arrival.
From the main hallway, all rooms have access to the outside via a balcony with chairs and a hammock, perfect for relaxing while enjoying views of the river, vineyards, and old wine presses.
The ground floor features a large open-plan room with a dining area, two lounge spaces, a cozy fireplace that heats the whole house, and cable TV. We also provide books and board games for your entertainment.
The room has three large windows that let in plenty of natural light and open to the outside, complemented by traditional wooden shutters.
Also on this level is a glassed-in breakfast room, ideal for enjoying meals while appreciating the surrounding nature.
The kitchen, adjacent to the breakfast area, is fully renovated and equipped with modern appliances and a gas stove. It also leads to an outdoor area with a barbecue. This space includes a table for 8 people, shaded by a grapevine trellis and surrounded by plants and an old lemon tree. It can be lit at night and warmed by a firepit, with firewood provided by us.
Outside, there is ample space for parking vehicles or engaging in recreational activities. An exterior staircase also connects to the upper floor of the house.
The saltwater swimming pool, offering panoramic views of the vineyards and river, is private and exclusively for guests' use.
Around the pool, you'll find outdoor furniture, sun loungers, and coolers to keep your drinks chilled. The area also includes a solar-heated outdoor shower and access to a WC.
No need to bring pool towels — they are provided by the accommodation.
Next to the pool, there are also swings and a grassy area where children can play football, volleyball, or simply enjoy the spacious outdoors. We also provide movable solar lanterns that you can place anywhere on the property to create a more intimate and cozy atmosphere.
Several shaded outdoor areas are available thanks to the trees, providing welcome relief during the high summer temperatures.
At the Tâmega River, you can swim in crystal-clear waters, fish, or enjoy a picnic with a complimentary basket while relaxing near the natural dam.
Cerco dos Cerrados is located by motorway at:
96 km from Porto
69 km from Braga
45 km from Guimarães
43 km from Amarante
33 km from Fafe
It is situated in the municipality of Cabeceiras de Basto, specifically in Cavez, which is 14 km from the house.
The village of Cavez, the nearest to the property, is 2.6 km away, and has a mini-market, cafés, restaurants, and other basic services.
The nearest large supermarkets can be found in Cabeceiras de Basto and Fafe.
Amenities at Vineyards Cerco dos Cerrados - Cabeceiras de Basto, Cavez
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Vila Real District
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2025
Walks around the property, swims in the pool and river Tâmega, barbecues in the evening, beautiful nearby towns and cities full of history, privacy, beautiful landscape, good highways , many facilities nearby.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2024
We enjoyed our stay at the villa very much. Peaceful and tranquil, the pool area was gorgeous but the breeze in the balcony of the villa made it very pleasant during the heat of the day and the evening time.
Hosts were charming, all amenities worked well…very enjoyable stay.
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2024
We were a family of 6 with parents, grandparents and 5 year old twin girls. In the words of the twins " this is amazing". Everything was perfect and the amout of things included with our stay was beyound anything we have seen before. Geraldene met us and explained everthing to us with a grand tour of the property. She was always available if needed and is an incredable host and made us feel very welcome. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxed stay with old world charm and modern conveniences. Steve and family, Canada
10 / 10Outstanding·Oct 2023
We stayed for two weeks at the end of September. We expected mixed weather and that is what we had. The first week was cloudy but warm which gave us a chance to explore local cities like Braga and Guimaraes. The second week we had glorious sunshine and made the most of the swimming pool.
The house has a lot of character with living accommodation over two floors with a spiral staircase, and the outside terrace or balcony was a lovely place to sit and watch the sunset. As someone in another review commented, the pool is quite a walk from the house down steps and cobblestone paths, and so it may not be suitable for people with mobility issues. However when you get there the pool is lovely. Having the pool house with the extra fridge, dishwasher etc was ideal for relaxed lunches. We could imagine teenagers using the two bedrooms in the pool house to get away from their parents - and vice versa!
The vino verde from the vineyard was delicious! We were fortunate enough to be there during the vine harvest and were invited to join in harvesting the grapes. For us it was a once in a lifetime experience.
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9.6Outstanding
(66 Ratings)
"Walks around the property, swims in the pool and river Tâmega, barbecues in the evening, beautiful nearby towns and cities full of history, privacy, beautiful landscape, good highways , many facilitie..."
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