Casa Vilar de Rei, Nature and the Rural World!

When you imagine an escape to the rural world, in the heart of Minho, surrounded by meadows, wild plants and aromatic herbs, birds, wild rabbits and cattle, immersed in a harmonious and peaceful environment, very typical of the villages of Northern Portugal, then this place was made with you in mind! A typical country house, set in lands formerly belonging to the Portuguese Crown, restored in full respect of its design, with natural materials and ancestral techniques. A hymn to the rural and the authentic! The space The property and the outdoor spaces were recently restored under the guidance of the founder of the Ponte de Lima International Garden Festival. Native flora predominates here, with centuries-old trees, wild herbs, and a vast collection of aromatic herbs, from which the infusions served during your stay are prepared. Rustic gardens, an orchard and a vegetable garden using organic production methods are available to guests. All of them use animal manure and plant waste with production techniques that are free of chemical pesticides, to keep the tradition and the authentic flavor of fruits and vegetables alive, in homage to nature and to our great-grandparents Rosa and Casimiro. Dozens of species of birds, wild rabbits and sheep drink from the pond with running water, while Iberian frogs croak in spontaneous symphony. The house is a reference for many details of the vernacular architecture of the Minho region. It was rebuilt using traditional materials, including various types of wood, clay and granite from the region. Multicolor iron oxides with linseed oil, lime and whitewash replaced paints, which was better for the environment and for restoring the authenticity of 19th-century architecture, although the property was already referred to as the lands of the King of Portugal in 1258. All these materials were already used in the past in this house, and we made a point of using them again, proving that things can be done differently and as a reminder of our ancestors' legacy and teachings! The house was the main location for the filming of a feature film by Galician filmmaker Raul Veiga, the film "A avó e o amor" (The Grandmother and Love), released in 2026. The house has three bedrooms (all with private bathrooms), a kitchen connected to the dining room and a living room! The understated interiors are full of details and artifacts from rural life, and feature wool and rag blankets woven on a loom by the hands of great-grandmother Rosa. Outside, enjoy family meals in the old barn, have a barbecue, soak up the sun, or take a walk through the village or along the legendary Portuguese Way of St. James...! Guest access Guests will have access to the entire house, outdoor area with barbecue, and protected balcony. SHARED AREAS: The gardens, vegetable garden, fruit trees, parking, laundry and pool area will be shared exclusively with the other house on the property. An area of wild woods and gardens of about 4 ha. Other things to note Don't forget that this is a space of nature and rural environment where the singing of birds, the croaking of frogs and the natural expressions of wild or domestic animals can often interrupt the silence so characteristic of this corner. If you don't love silence, nature, or the countryside, this is not the most recommended place. Let me know, and I have other offers on the beach or in the city. Registration Details 94112/AL