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'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8120 sq m
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Kitchen
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Melgaço, Porto e Norte
- Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres16 min walk
- Santuário da Senhora da Peneda21 min drive
- Porta Do Mezio36 min drive
- Vigo (VGO-Peinador)91 min drive
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'Casa do Rio' | Picturesque | Natur | Branda da Aveleira
Description:
The name of Casa do Rio comes from recognising the beauty that Branda da Aveleira offers between Earth, Water, Sun, Fauna and Flora... A healthy energy that is indispensable to Life, and also from the fact that the house is very close to the River Aveleira.
As it is only a short distance from the Peneda-Gerês National Park, its location is even more appreciated, with the Garranos and Cachena cattle, which are very common in these parts, standing out in the landscape!
It thus becomes an embrace between nature and the men who walk through each part of the mountain, where the crystal-clear water and the visitor's desire to return to Branda da Aveleira go hand in hand.
Casa do Rio is part of the traditions of the local people and community, offering a place of comfort and relaxation that nature lovers are looking for! Being set in such a picturesque and pleasant Branda will envelop you and who knows, maybe the metamorphosis of Man into ‘Brandeiro’ will take place!
Now for a bit of history...
Every year, at least since the 12th century, at the beginning of May, the ‘Brandeiros’ (people who transhumanced to the Brandas) from the parish of Gave, in the municipality of Melgaço, would take their flocks up to the pastures of Branda da Aveleira, thus freeing up the land at lower altitudes for growing maize and beans. The herds were mainly made up of cattle, sheep and horses, with some goats.
By definition, the Branda is the place where summer time is spent, the time of year when the weather conditions are ‘milder’ (or 'brandas') than during the winter, when the shepherds return to their homes in the village.
When the tradition was still followed, the ‘brandeiros’ stayed on the mountain throughout the summer, with only a few of them going down to the village on Saturday to attend Sunday mass and bring supplies for the branda. This was a communal and mutual endeavour, with the ‘brandeiros’ who went down bringing food for those who stayed.
The Branda da Aveleira, situated at an altitude of around 1100 metres, where the river Vez is formed by the waters of the Aveleira, Vidoeiro and Calçado streams, is a mountain area marked by human presence and where traces of the Ice Age known as the ‘Wurm Glaciation’ are still visible.
Branda da Aveleira, due to its traditions and location, offers its visitors great opportunities to enjoy the magnificent scenery, on foot or by mountain bike, following the various trails, always accompanied by the calm of the mountains.
And at the end of the day, it invites you to savour a fine plate of local cuisine in the only restaurant in the area, which owes its name to the man from the mountains: ‘O Brandeiro’.
Come, sit by the fire and let Casa do Rio captivate you!
Video:
The name of Casa do Rio comes from recognising the beauty that Branda da Aveleira offers between Earth, Water, Sun, Fauna and Flora... A healthy energy that is indispensable to Life, and also from the fact that the house is very close to the River Aveleira.
As it is only a short distance from the Peneda-Gerês National Park, its location is even more appreciated, with the Garranos and Cachena cattle, which are very common in these parts, standing out in the landscape!
It thus becomes an embrace between nature and the men who walk through each part of the mountain, where the crystal-clear water and the visitor's desire to return to Branda da Aveleira go hand in hand.
Casa do Rio is part of the traditions of the local people and community, offering a place of comfort and relaxation that nature lovers are looking for! Being set in such a picturesque and pleasant Branda will envelop you and who knows, maybe the metamorphosis of Man into ‘Brandeiro’ will take place!
Now for a bit of history...
Every year, at least since the 12th century, at the beginning of May, the ‘Brandeiros’ (people who transhumanced to the Brandas) from the parish of Gave, in the municipality of Melgaço, would take their flocks up to the pastures of Branda da Aveleira, thus freeing up the land at lower altitudes for growing maize and beans. The herds were mainly made up of cattle, sheep and horses, with some goats.
By definition, the Branda is the place where summer time is spent, the time of year when the weather conditions are ‘milder’ (or 'brandas') than during the winter, when the shepherds return to their homes in the village.
When the tradition was still followed, the ‘brandeiros’ stayed on the mountain throughout the summer, with only a few of them going down to the village on Saturday to attend Sunday mass and bring supplies for the branda. This was a communal and mutual endeavour, with the ‘brandeiros’ who went down bringing food for those who stayed.
The Branda da Aveleira, situated at an altitude of around 1100 metres, where the river Vez is formed by the waters of the Aveleira, Vidoeiro and Calçado streams, is a mountain area marked by human presence and where traces of the Ice Age known as the ‘Wurm Glaciation’ are still visible.
Branda da Aveleira, due to its traditions and location, offers its visitors great opportunities to enjoy the magnificent scenery, on foot or by mountain bike, following the various trails, always accompanied by the calm of the mountains.
And at the end of the day, it invites you to savour a fine plate of local cuisine in the only restaurant in the area, which owes its name to the man from the mountains: ‘O Brandeiro’.
Come, sit by the fire and let Casa do Rio captivate you!
Video:
During your stay at this cottage, you'll be within walking distance of Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres. The cottage offers a kitchen and a fireplace.
- Air-conditioned cottage with kitchen, fireplace, and balcony
- 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Parque Nacional da Peneda-Geres and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Santuário da Senhora da Peneda
This cottage offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.
This Melgaço cottage is smoke free.
Property manager
Henrique Silva
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
- Internet access
Parking and transport
- On-site parking
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Oven
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Towels provided
- Hairdryer
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite service
- Games
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Garden
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Things to do
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Hiking nearby
- Winery tours nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
General
- Unit size: 1292 sq ft (120 sq m)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 0534
Property is also known as
HAICN25051007
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