Casa do Rio - Douro Hotel by Vallado

Casa do Rio - Douro Hotel by Vallado is a farm stay set among the organic vineyards of Quinta do Vallado, in the Upper Douro. The main house stands between the vineyards and the river, with a restaurant, bar, outdoor infinity pool, sun deck, garden and shared lounge. Reception handles private check-in and check-out, and free private parking and free WiFi are available on site. The property lies in the countryside near Vila Nova de Foz Côa, about 4.7 km from the town centre.

Location
The farm stay sits in the Upper Douro wine region, on the Estrada Nacional 222 at Orgal, outside Vila Nova de Foz Côa. The surrounding area is known for its terraced vineyards and river landscape. The prehistoric rock art sites of the Côa Valley, listed by UNESCO, are about 4.7 km away and explain much of the local draw. The Castle of Castelo Melhor stands roughly 5.6 km from the property, while Pocinho train station, the nearest rail link, is about 7.3 km away. Almendra railway station lies some 8.2 km off, and the hillfort of Castelo Velho de Freixo de Numão about 8.6 km.

Rooms
All rooms have air conditioning, soundproof walls, a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers, a TV, a coffee machine and a kettle. Some open onto a terrace with river views. The rooms suit couples, as the property welcomes adults only.

Facilities
Meals are served in the restaurant, subject to prior reservation, and wine tastings take place daily at 17:00. Guests can use the outdoor infinity pool, sun deck and garden, join cooking classes, bike tours and walking tours, or go cycling, hiking, canoeing and fishing. Airport transfers and shuttle services are available for a surcharge. Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out from 08:00. The property is non-smoking, with rooms for disabled guests and 24-hour security.