Villa in Vila Real District
16 guests · 8 bedrooms · 8 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
Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area
About this villa rental
Casa de Piellas is a Manor House from the end of the XVIII century, which offers you the unique and exclusive experience of relaxing while enjoying the beauty and memories of Northern Portugal.
House of Piellas and its gardens are considered monuments of public interest. The house is located in the village of Cabeceiras de Basto, the central location to visit the north of Portugal: cities as Guimarães, Chaves, Braga and Porto.
The house is characterized by large and cozy spaces and includes 7 bedrooms, 5 of them suites, 2 kitchens, dining and living room. Outdoor spaces are unique. With gardens over 150 years old, a fantastic pool with lots of sun and fantastic lawn, organic vegetable garden and farm animals. These surroundings complete the testimony of the history of this magnificent place. The gardens were ornamented with yews and japoneiras and with a decorative water route.
House of Piellas and its gardens are considered monuments of public interest. The house is located in the village of Cabeceiras de Basto, the central location to visit the north of Portugal: cities as Guimarães, Chaves, Braga and Porto.
The house is characterized by large and cozy spaces and includes 7 bedrooms, 5 of them suites, 2 kitchens, dining and living room. Outdoor spaces are unique. With gardens over 150 years old, a fantastic pool with lots of sun and fantastic lawn, organic vegetable garden and farm animals. These surroundings complete the testimony of the history of this magnificent place. The gardens were ornamented with yews and japoneiras and with a decorative water route.
Amenities at Marvelous 8 bedroom manor house with private pool (up to 12 rooms)
Free WiFi/internet
Air conditioning
Pool
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Balcony/Terrace
WiFi/Internet
Private pool access
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Patio
Garden
Kettle
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Sofa bed
Children's high chair
Ironing facilities
Towels
Desk
Hairdryer
Map of Vila Real District
Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Sep 2023
I am a retreat leader who booked Casa De Piellas for my group in September. Joao could not have been more helpful from the time we booked until even past the day we departed! We stayed for 9 nights. Some guests had left items on the estate, and he arranged to have them mailed to our next stop! He arranged tours, an amazing chef, Marta, and Isabelle, to help us with breakfast and tend to any needs we had during our stay. The little town is not touristy and worth a visit on its own merit. Now to the estate, having been in Joao's family for seven generations, I appreciate the effort and love that went into its current restoration and the generosity of the family to open it up for guests. From the well-equipped, comfortable rooms, to the pool, to the incredible grounds and formal garden, the place is a step back in time. I can not recommend Casa de Peillas more. Do not hesitate to book it.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2023
As a family we agreed this is the best place we have stayed in - so much so we barely left the Casa! There was so much to enjoy, the lovely accommodation, the hours spent at the pool, the meals in the courtyard, the walks around the beautiful gardens and not forgetting the animals - we enjoyed collecting eggs in the morning and watching Isabella collect the geese. Joao was so helpful with all communications and arranging transport. We didn’t want to leave and we will definitely be back!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Aug 2023
Casa de Piellas is such a unique and wonderful property that I’m at a bit of loss to convey the experience in words. Having visited 5-star hotels the world over, this rates among the very top, a rare joy in all ways. The pictures do not do it justice: the charming courtyards, comfortable interiors, and truly spectacular gardens and pool area. And the peacocks! It’s a thrill to encounter them when passing through “their” space which divides the main house from the pool house. Every detail reflects the owners’ commitment to honoring its heritage, and their own history as 9th-generation owners. But what’s most impressive is how the deeply personal antique furnishings and vintage elements (I’m thinking of cooking facilities, in particular, with multiple wood-burning cooking options to complement the modern hob/oven) are so welcoming and usable. And where modern standards are warranted, the property excels: brilliantly comfortable mattresses and modern bathrooms throughout, and well-stockeds kitchens (yes, two) with equipment to make and serve just about anything you could imagine. The bountiful produce from the gardens that appeared each morning in the kitchen - like magic - was a truly special touch. Joao is a charming and attentive host, responding within minutes to any query, and helping us organize food and excursions to the many wonderful sightseeing options in this spectacular and less-touristed part of Portugal - though I can't imagine it will stay as such much longer.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2023
Joao could not have been a better host. He was kind, attentive, and attuned to the needs of our group.
The property itself was both beautiful and filled with heart, soul, and history. Clearly the owners care deeply about the place. While the pictures are beautifully, they don't do it justice. Garden fresh produce, wandering peacocks, and burbling fountains are but a few of the touches that come to mind as I reflect on the place.
I started every morning in the gardens, meditating and doing Tai Chi. After a hectic year, I felt nourished and rejuvenated ever day amidst an array of birdsongs, flowers, and well tended topiaries..
For an intergenerational family gathering, this was the ideal place to commune with each other and the region.
I hope to come back again. In all my many years of traveling and adventuring, this place is atop my list of places to stay. I recommend this without reservation. Joao and family are the perfect hosts.
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10.0Outstanding
(65 Ratings)
"I am a retreat leader who booked Casa De Piellas for my group in September. Joao could not have been more helpful from the time we booked until even past the day we departed! We stayed for 9 nights. S..."
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