House of Channels, River Cottage

The space A dream country home, by the river, colonial architecture, in a plot of 1 ha.of rustic garden, ornamental tree forest, fuit orchard and vegetables garden, with direct access to the River. There's a fully equipped kitchen with both electric and wood stove, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, oven, microwave, washing machine, toaster, juice squeezer, Italian coffee machine. Indoor and outdoor dining table sit up to 10 people, with BBQ and wood oven, Large sitting area with fireplace (wood supplied free of cost) Cable TV. If you are looking for space and silence, here you may relax at your own pace! Among other activities, you may walk the paths to the river Tâmega, go for a swim or canoeing, explore the trails of the nearby Rio Ovelha, stroll or bike along the scenic road to Amarante, learn the secrets of traditional cuisine, pick the juicy tomatoes from the vegetables garden. Neraby touring attractions include the Roman ruins of Tongobriga, Archaeological site of Freixo (7 kms), the Historic centre of Amarante, 12 kms, Guimarães, the cradle of the Nation, 45 kms, Porto's Historic Centre, a UNESCO's World Heritage Site, 60 Kms, The Douro Valley, a UNESCO’s Natural World heritage Site, 70 Kms, Archaeological Park of the Coa Valley (135 kms). Mingle with people, discover our cultural heritage and genuine hospitality, join the popular festivities and savour the fresh procucts you will find at the local markets. Registration Details 21124/AL