Minho - Historic Manor and Country Houses
Rooms and apartments in historic manor and country houses in Minho, North Portugal. Ideal for touring. The minimum booking is 3 nights, or 2 nights at each of two or more properties, and arrival day flexible to allow a short break or last minute holiday using cheaper mid-week flights. Car hire is available at Porto, Lisbon or Faro airports.
CONVENTO DA FRANQUEIRA (Barcelos 6km) Taste the Vinho Verde of Convento da Franqueira, a 16th Century monastery built with the stones from the nearby ruins of Faria castle. The English owners have restored the Convento with charm and imagination. The lush greenery of Franqueira's gardens and vineyard, and the spring-fed swimming pool, hidden behind a graceful 17th Century fonte, provide the visitor with a perfect setting to unwind. Accommodation: 2 doubles, 1 twin, pool.
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