There are wonderful views from the top of the tower of the beautiful, unspoilt countryside stretching as far as the eye can see.

This medieval tower is surrounded by a row of 3 stone cottages which have been converted from the former agricultural buildings.

The cottages can be rented separately or together. They are particularly suitable for families with young children because 2 of the cottages have an adjoing door.

The cottages are comforable and nicely furnished with a homely ambience. Each cottage is self contained and has a living room with dining table and a fireplace (the firewood is replaced daily) kitchenette and a television. The cottages also have a private garden or balcony with panoramic views.

The bedroom has twin beds, an ensuite bathroom and heating. An extra bed can be added (supplement payable).

Breakfast is served in the cottages and includes various types of bread, croissants, cheese, ham, jam and natural fruit juices made from the fruit which is grown on the farm.

It's a beautiful and tranquil spot surrounded by vineyards, with a delightful pool used by guests staying at the property.

The large fenced swimming pool, set behind the tower, is a short walk from the cottage and there is a track down to the river and a small beach.

There is also a play area with small toys for children.

The market town of Ponte de Lima is just 10 minutes by car where all amenities are to be found and many good restaurants.

Ponte de Lima is undoubtedly the most important town in the area, beautifully situated on the south bank of the river, where its ancient bridge marked the first crossing point of the river inland from Viana thus contributing to its development as a trading centre.

Today the bridge is fortunately pedestrianised with a new modern bridge a kilometre or so downstream. Ponte de Lima and the area around the river bank is still a delight where its shops display their smoked hams and sausages hanging outside. Every other Monday there is a large market which takes over the “beach” area.

Ponte de Lima welcomes many visitors on the day before the feast of Corpus Christi when there is a tradition, over 300 hundred years old, of parading a bull through the town and the beach.

In September, the “New Fair” brings even more visitors and is one of the most famous festivities in the north of Portugal.

A beautiful and interesting bicycle route has recently been constructed linking the protected natural area of Bertiandos' lagoon to Ponte Lima, passing across many delightful sites.

The spectacular golf course at Ponte de Lima is a short drive away, and the National Park of Peneda Geres is easily reached by car.

The village nearby has a Church, restaurant, bakery, grocers, and a cafe and patisserie which makes a good place to relax and watch village life go by.

There is a swimming pool, protected by a fence, 10 by 5 metres in length and with a depth from 1 to 2 metres.

Horse riding is available at the Ponte de Lima riding centre where there is also a course on dressage.