Villa Baiuca

The villa

An opulent and widespread villa located in the Duoro region, Villa Baiuca combines elegance and style in one incredible property. The exterior of Villa Baiuca is its best feature, placing a set of fantastic amenities in one location. The centre of the grounds includes a large swimming pool that is ideal for relaxing and unwinding after a long day in the sun. The pool is also accompanied by a collection of wooden sun loungers for that added sense of luxury. Opposite the swimming pool is a distinctive brick - built barbecue area. In turn, guests have the opportunity to create an array of delicious meals to enjoy outside. The most unique aspect of this property is the quaint chapel located on the villa’s grounds. This ornate chapel can be used to hold weddings and other events, making your holiday just that little bit more magical. Inside the property, you will first come across the traditional living area, equipped with high ceilings and a selection of off - beat furnishings. This area also makes use of a few patterned armchairs, giving guests a comfortable place to rest at the end of every day. Villa Baiuca also includes a separate dining room, allowing guests to enjoy their meals in a more private and peaceful place. The dining room uses a broad and attractive dining table that is encircled by matching chairs. The kitchen within this property is truly astonishing, adhering to a more elegant and minimalist style compared to the rest of the property. Using crisp white walls and emerald - coloured doors, this kitchen allows guests to create amazing dishes in true luxury. Within this villa, there is also an exciting games room, equipped with a large pool table and foosball table. The upper level of this property is home to Villa Baiuca’s six immaculate bedrooms. The first five bedrooms include spacious double beds, ensuring that every guest has the privilege of sleeping in a serene and comforting environment. Also, with a total of four bathrooms, each guest can have their own private space and can have enough room to live as they please. The sixth bedroom uses a pair of single beds, making this room suitable for young children. All of the bedrooms within this property allow for impeccable views of the surrounding area, giving guests an amazing sight as they awake each morning.

Villa Baiuca can be found in the spellbinding region of Armamar, which is just over 20 - minutes away from the Duoro Valley, a truly wonderful landmark that is packed with fun things to do. The Duoro region is well - known for its historic wine history, producing an assortment of independent wineries for tourists to explore. One of the most popular wineries is Quinta do Panascal, which has been attracting guests from around the world since 1992. Here, you will find a wide variety of artisan wines, each of which has been produced using traditional winemaking methods. During one of their self - guided wine tours, you will have the opportunity to try up to five signature port wines, giving you a truly authentic wine tasting experience. Quinta do Panascal is less than half an hour away from the Duoro Valley, placing an unmissable tourist destination within close reach. The Duoro region is also well - known for its tremendous landscapes, allowing guests to explore these views through its array of natural parks. The Duoro International Natural Park is one of the finest parks within this area and can be found around 2 hours away from the Duoro Valley. This wondrous park brings all of the incredible aspects of nature together for guests to enjoy. There are a wide variety of outdoor activities to choose from, such as an exhilarating canoe trip along the Duoro River or a collection of hiking trials. The Duoro International Natural Park is also home to a large collection of independent restaurants and bars, allowing guests to sit back and watch the world go by as they enjoy a delicious meal. Although Duoro is most known for its wines, the region also boasts of bustling olive oil industry. The Olive Oil Museum is a real hidden gem within the area and allows guests to explore this unconventional craft through a set of eclectic themes. These are ‘The Olive Tree and Civilisation’, ‘The Olive Tree in Portugal’, ‘The Olive Groves of Cova da Beira’, and ‘The Ecological Importance of the Olive Grove.’ This intuitive museum guides guests through the manufacturing process and provides key insights into how this industry has supported the Portuguese economy as a whole. The Olive Oil Museum is just over 30 - minutes away from the Duoro Valley, and tickets can be purchased for just €14 per guest.