Casa dos Varais

Casa dos Varais descritpion

Perched on the banks of the Douro River and in the heart of Port wine region, Casa dos Varais offers rooms with a balcony and a private bathroom. There is a restaurant.
Each room is decorated in classical-style décor and features wooden parquet floors, a small seating area with a sofa. The guest house has 3 balconies with river views and a fully equipped kitchen and dining area and a private pool.
A continental breakfast is served daily in the restaurant and guests can relax on the sun terrace and enjoy a selection wines from the Casa’s own vineyard. Local dishes can be ordered upon request.
The surrounding gardens and vineyards are perfect for a walk. Other activities include hiking and canoeing. Indoors, guests can relax in the library.
Casa dos Varais is a 15-minute drive from Castelo de Lamego and less than 10 minutes' drive from Peso da Régua. Porto International Airport is a 1.5-hour drive away. Free parking is available on site.

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Facilities of Casa dos Varais

Outdoors ：Grounds | Terrace | Sun Deck

Pets ：Pets are not allowed.

Activities ：Canoeing | Hiking | Bicycle Rental | Library

Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

General ：Chapel/Shrine | Shops (on site) | Non-smoking Rooms | Family Rooms | Soundproof Rooms

Languages Spoken ：Portuguese | Italian | Spanish | English | German

Reviews for Casa dos Varais

Review 1：Nothing in general.

Review 2：This is beautiful hotel and a must if one likes medieval ambience. The interior decoration lives up to its theme. Truly a very pleasant experience.

Review 3：Nothing bad at all!

Review 4：The hospitality style is very personal. The building is beautiful, a grand old house with a lot of history. We even voluntarily helped with crushing the grapes, it ws great fun.

Review 5：It was like walking into another time...we were treated like family! Harvest time was a great experience - we stomped grapes! Dinner was wonderful! Recommended other vineyards in the area to see. Owners on site and interactive!

Review 6：Room was a bit cramped with twin beds.

Review 7：An old casa with lots of character and a great host. Overlooking Reguas and the river, close by car to Lemago and the wineries.

Review 8：The bed was making bit noise but could get used to it!

Review 9：The amazingly friendly owners, excellent location (even if it is in front of the main road, therearedouble glazed windows), delicious freshly made breakfast, the atmospheric house!

Review 10：It's a very small and quiet cozy hold house, refurbished regarding all the details. The owners are very friendly and eager to share their knowledge about Douro region.

Review 11：Nothing, except having to leave.

Review 12：So much to compliment on this guest house. The owners-hosts are extraordinary in their hospitality. They graciously share their ancestral home, vineyards, dogs and are incredible cooks. The wine, port, olive oil, fruit and preserves are grown or made on site. Sitting on the patio, the view is across the Duoro River. It was very difficult to say goodbye.

Review 13：The size of a bed, tiny bathroom and very cold. This is a back side of antique style and atmosphere. Very special experience and it's ip to you whether you are interested in it.

Review 14：wish we could visit more often!

Review 15：What an ambience!! Staying in this historical manor is like stepping back in time...you can just imagine how it was to live in old classic Portugal. Add in the wonderful & generous team of Joao & Ni and you have a perfect combination! We are already planning our return!!

Review 16：the shower water was not very warm in the morning, but I must say that it didn't seem to matter that much as everything else was so pleasant!

Review 17：This feels like you are the family guest at an aristocratic home. Very familiar environment and the staff is extremely friendly and helpful. You can have a personal tour of the winemaking facilities by the enologist himself and can take nice strolls on the lovely garden.

Review 18：Nothing

Review 19：The location is lovely overlooking the Douro river. The good we had (breakfast each day and two evening meals) were all excellent. The staff were very helpful and attentive. We found a lot to do in the area.

Review 20：Lack of tea/coffee making facilities, bathroom was tiny and very cramped, decor was awful. Breakfast was spare and unappetizing. The hotel is on a main road which has no sidewalk, so you cannot walk to/from it without risking your life. They didn't accept any card other than AMEX and didn't think this was worth mentioning ahead of time. They think all travellers should pay with cash- at their prices!

Review 21：View from the room was excellent and staff were friendly.

Review 22：Bed was small for us and a bit creaky! Shower room facility very small

Review 23：The owners and staff were excellent and very helpful Unique property Meals at the family table were an experience and very good. Lovely view of the Douro river

Review 24：I didn't like the fact that I have to leave such a beautiful place and such a wonderful people. Jeanneth Lizcano

Review 25：Every single thing. It was more than I have ever expected. The hostess were amazing. They makes us feel like part of the family. the room was very clean and comfortable. The service was beyond belief.Ernestina, and Jao are truly amazing people that did everything possible to make us feel good. I highly recommend this beautiful place to anyone who really want to have a wonderful experience in the beautiful Douro Valley. Thank you to all staff in Casa Do Varais who make our stay a wonderful experience. Jeanneth Lizcano October 2-2014

Review 26：The bathroom in our room was a bit tight (nothing really disturbing but a bit more space would have been better).

Review 27：The personal and the way they treated us was great. Rooms were clean and in country house style.

Review 28：Nothing not to like, but this is not a modern hotel, so guests should not expect mod cons. Enjoy the historical ambience and warm hospitality of the owners instead.

Review 29：This was a wonderful experience. The house is owned by a leading Portuguese family of the region who treated us like personal friends. It is a beautiful 200-year old mansion overlooking the Douro, with a gracious grand feel to it. A very special place.

Review 30：Best Dinner in Douro. Very good foof and excellent wine. Thank you João and Ernestina.

Review 31：You Can only pay : American Express or in €

Review 32：Nice People's and god breakfirst

Review 33：The whole atmosphere

Review 34：Fantastic historic decor, great attention to detail. Good recommendations about places to eat and visit.

Review 35：Not really a hotel more like a homestay in living museum.Definatly characterful

Review 36：Warm hospitality. Sophisticated, traditional era heritage.

Review 37：The garden and the lovely hosts

Review 38：Great hospitaly, great food, great wine a great palace. Annika et Johan

Review 39：The house has great character. the owners are extremely welcoming and very friendly.

Review 40：Nada!

Review 41：Tudo!

Review 42：The owners are friendly and helpful, the rooms are comfortable, and the house is beautiful and full of antiques, including the dining room and living room. Good location for visiting the Duero wine region.

Review 43：Excellent spot. Very warm hosts. Overlooking the Duro River. They cookedfor us and it was our best meal in Portugal. Great wine from theirvineyard and very inexpensive. Would live to go back in September forthe wine crush. Remember, you cannot pay with a visa. This left us shortwith cash as it was an unplanned cash expense.

Review 44：Staying in this wonderful old house packed with interesting historical objects and the care and service we received from the owners and staff.

Review 45：No soap and shampoon Time for dinner and breakfeast not flexible Room too small for the price

Review 46：Nice house

Review 47：An airconditioner in the room would be a plus due to the proximity of the main road.

Review 48：The magnificient welcoming.

Review 49：Old and well eqiuped mansion surrounded by vineyards - great place for stay in duoro valley. Nice view over the Duoro river and Peso da Regua.