We spent a wonderful 6 days at Casa Grande Carlota. Antonio was very helpful with any enquiries we had before our trip and we were greeted warmly on our arrival. The house is exactly as described - or even better. We were amazed at how well equipped it was. The pool is great and there are so many different areas to sit and relax both inside and outside. The covered barbecue area/outdoor kitchen is brilliant and we ate out there every night. There is a very good supermarket in Terras de Bouro. The property is perfectly situated between the historic city of Braga and the stunning Geres National Park where we hired a boat on Lake Canicada. We just wished we could have stayed longer.

We recently stayed at this holiday home and had a generally pleasant experience, enjoying the nice pool and lovely views. The area is predominantly focused on nature tourism, hiking, and outdoor activities. If you’re looking to entertain kids or visit major towns and attractions, be prepared for a substantial drive. However, if you seek a tranquil retreat off the beaten path where you can immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this picturesque part of Portugal, this could be the ideal spot for you.

Super house in a beautiful setting. It has everything you need, plenty of room, peace and quiet. Coming back to the house after a long day of hiking in Geres was just perfect. The hosts are super warm and friendly, they even started us off with a gift basket of eggs, wine, bread, and pastries. Antonio could not have been a better host. The kitchens (indoor and outdoor) are well equipped. There is a grocery near by and a fabulous restaurant called O Vaticano just 5 minutes down the road. Highly recommend this house!

This villa was perfect for our family. The area is beautiful and easily accessible from Porto. The house is spacious and well appointed with many different places to sit and eat, the views were lovely, and the local restaurant (Adega Regional O Vaticano) is one of the best in Portugal. The sounds of the local farm animals and church bells were the perfect accompaniment to our holiday. We cant wait to return!