Villa Lalio

Description

Villa Lalio occupies a stunning position in Peso da Regua in the incredible and famous wine-producing region of the Douro Valley. This immaculate 250 sqm villa has five bedrooms, but extra beds are available upon request so it can actually sleep up to 15 people. It would be wonderful for a large family or a group of friends wanting to discover this lovely area full of vineyards, olive groves and luscious countryside.

The design of the villa is incredible. Contrasting stone and stark white, it is all straight-lines, contemporary and with lots of glass giving magnificent views of the gorgeous valley. The pool area and garden will give hours of pleasure – the perfect place to chill. Children will be in their element and will not want to get out of the pool!

Every room in the villa has been designed to make the most of the stunning views with full height windows and doors – it is so light and airy! The living and dining area is so comfortable with modern squishy furniture, and this opens to the impeccable kitchen.

The five bedrooms are exquisite and very tasteful. There is one double and four twins, but these have the beds together so really make huge comfortable beds. There is a terrace in front of the bedrooms with tables and chairs – a perfect spot for that morning cup of coffee! The five bathrooms are equally flawless and beautiful. Throughout the house, there are little spots with fantastic viewpoints.

You cannot fail to be happy with this villa – it is so well designed and very comfortable and in an absolutely sensational location.

#### Features
The Villa
Villa Lalio has spectaular mountain views and a large terrace and garden area with private swimming pool. There are 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, accommodating up to 15 guests.
Ground Floor
- Garage
First Floor
- Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, toaster, kettle, juicer
- Living and dining room
- Bedroom with double bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with two single beds and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with two single beds and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with two single beds and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with two single beds and en-suite bathroom
- Guest W.C.
Exterior Grounds
- Private swimming pool
- Children's pool
- Terrace
- Outdoor shower
- Garden with lawned area
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Television
- Hair dryer
- High chair upon request
- Cot upon request
- Parking
- 5 extra beds upon request (please see Ts and Cs)

#### Location
The Douro Valley, listed as a World Heritage Site, is often thought of as the enchanted valley. It is a majestic wilderness and one of the oldest demarcated wine regions of the world. The landscapes are breath-taking and can be experienced by road, train, cruise boat and even helicopter. The best vistas are on either side of the river so along the way you will cross the river, visiting vineyards, towns and villages. The valley starts at Porto and continues through Portugal to the border at Miranda de Douro. Brimming with natural beauty, the best viewpoints are Ventozelo near the Portugal-Spanish border and Miradouro Sao Leonardo da Galafura, between Peso da Regua and Pinhao – so close to Villa Lalio.

The Douro Museum at Peso da Regua is really interesting and being so close it is a great place to start learning about the culture and identity of the Douro wine region.

Lamego is one of the most beautiful cities in Northern Portugal. Incredible blue and white tiled steps lead to the amazing Shrine of Nossa Senhora dos Remedios. You really need to take your time to contemplate the beautiful Cathedral de Lamengo, founded in 1129. It is so sensational.

Pinhao is a must-visit. You can admire the ancient tiles in the railway station dedicated to the cultivation of wines and take a wonderful rabelo boat guided tour with a glass of port! These flat, wide, wooden barcos rabelos were used for centuries to transport port barrels down the river. You will take a very quiet, breath-taking cruise between wonderful vineyards and terraces reaching the Tua area passing under the Eiffel iron bridge.

At Quinta da Roeda, less than a mile from Pinhao, the old barns and stables of the grape farm have been converted to a visitor centre with a wonderful terrace overlooking the Benedita vineyard. You can taste the Croft range of ports and even tread the grapes during harvest time. The Quinta do Panascal estate is also open to visitors close to Pinhao. Quinta do Bomfim, less than 5 minutes walk from Pinhao makes Dow's, Warre's and Cockburn ports. It has a fantastic museum. You can take a tour and a tasting. They even provide picnics, complete with wine.

While in this very special region you really should savour some delicious, typical Douro cuisine. Some favourite dishes are bacalhau (salt cod), roasted suckling pig and octopus salad. You should also sample olive oils and honey as well as the delectable port and table wines

Avid bird watchers should get their cameras ready to snap unique images of a black stork, Egyptian vultures, Griffon vultures, golden eagles, Bonelli's eagle, Peregrine falcons and black red kites.