Casa De Vilarinho De S.Romao

We had an informal check in in this fabulous renovated County House. Formerly owned by Portugese nobility. The rooms were very large and clean with a great view of the countryside. There was complimentary water and toiletries in the room. Complimentary tea and coffee was also available on request. The only issue was the internet. The wifi was poor in the rooms and the House. Breakfast and evening meals were served in the large dining room at a large table with the other guests. This was a pleasant experience. The evening meal was home cooked and served with complimentary wine. The breakfast was buffet style with fresh tea, coffee and juices. You had the option of freshly cooked scrambled egg if required.

This was a great experience! We stayed two nights in July during our hike. It is, I think, a popular place for hikers but not many hike in mid-summer so it was very quiet. One of the nights we were the only guests there. It is an old country house and the few rooms are all unique. Old furniture and a lovely old-world charm and feel. It is like stepping into a different age. It is not luxury per se but the charm more than makes up for it. The rooms are very large, our bathroom was also big. It was a bathtub but the shower was really good (good pressure, plenty of hot water). Very large towels (always a big plus in my book). There were no tissues, no fridge, and no electric kettle. The food is somewhat old-fashioned and not sophisticated but that kind of suits the place and the atmosphere. A very different experience than a standard hotel – I warmly recommend it.

We stayed two nights at this historic and unique house. Our host, Constanza, could not do enough to make us feel at home and tell us all about the surrounding villages and things to see. We were hiking in the area and a comfortable and friendly place to stay was just what we needed. The food was varied, local and delicious