Casa Terroso Portugal

Casa Terroso enjoys a wonderful blend of contemporary comforts and ancient nods from the past. This gorgeous farmhouse has been beautifully and cleverly renovated to offer sensational accommodation for eight guests. Throughout the farmhouse you will discover characterful exposed stone walls and antique furnishings mixed with stylish, trendy interiors of the highest standard. The villa offers four bedrooms, a sleek kitchen, an atmospheric dining space, a chic living space, a games room and superb outdoor space. Casa Terroso’s outdoor treats include an outstanding swimming pool, an excellent outdoor kitchen area with a barbecue and pizza oven, alfresco dining, a covered alfresco lounge, football goals, a volleyball net and a generous walled garden.
Casa Terroso is located in the countryside, just outside the wonderful coastal resort of Esposende with its long, sandy beaches and fabulous amenities. Located at the mouth of the Cavado River, the beach is known for its quality surf, is backed by attractive dunes and is overlooked by the seventeenth century Forte de Sao Joao Baptista and the Esposende lighthouse. The small local village is within a few minutes drive of the villa where you will find a bakery, butchers, mini-market, restaurant and bar. There is a horse riding centre roughly ten minutes drive from Casa Terroso. The villa is within easy reach of the medieval town of Barcelos and the historic Braga in the very special Minho Province. Brimming with picture postcard landscapes, heavenly river scenes, high mountains, rolling vineyards, stunning historic towns, dramatic Atlantic beaches, mysterious archaeological sites and ancient religious monuments, guests enjoy magical holiday experiences here. The whole region offers delicious local wines and fantastic gastronomic meals.
Throughout the interior of Casa Terroso, the interior designers have waved their magic wands, creating beautiful, contemporary spaces drowned in natural light. The colour palettes are mainly dazzling white, stone and grey, all natural and calming and blending beautifully with rich wooden floors and furnishings. The kitchen is a modern wonder with seemless, glossy white cabinetry, excellent appliances, a granite counter and splashback and a contemporary breakfast table. There is a separate laundry room. The dining area is gorgeous with exposed stone walls and a wonderful flow to the other living areas. The main living area is trendy and cool with a sumptuous corner sofa, a modern log burning fire, cable television, a DVD player and a music centre. The downstairs toilet is handy.
The four bedrooms enjoy minimalist styling and vintage beds that look super cool against the dazzling white walls. There are two double rooms and two twins, all with luxury linens and wooden floors and all on the upper floor. One of the doubles and one of the twins enjoy beautiful ensuite shower rooms and the other two share an immaculate full bathroom.
The outside space of Casa Terroso is magical with a stone-walled garden, a paved courtyard with luxurious alfresco dining furniture, a 10m x 5m swimming pool, a lawn with football goals and a volleyball net and a shaded alfresco games and living area. It is furnished with chunky chairs and a fun table tennis table. You will be able to cook delicious meals in the quality summer kitchen with its wonderful pizza oven and barbecue. The farmhouse is very striking with vibrant red render to complement its stone walls. Guests enjoy a very secluded and peaceful stay at Casa Terroso. Everything has been thought of to make your stay the one of your dreams from the fluffy pool towels to the entertainment. Extra services are available for an extra fee including private chefs, Portuguese cookery classes, excursions, masseurs and more. Casa Terroso enjoys a tranquil countryside position, just outside the delightful seaside town of Esposende. Esposende is a natural, peaceful resort with an excellent beach, a museum, a leisure centre, a promenade and a couple of marinas. It is nestled alongside the final stretch of the beautiful Cavado River. Esposende’s heritage is one of fishing but its history goes back far beyond this. There are some well preserved archaeological sites close by, many of which date back to the Bronze Age. Many are centred around the nearby parish of Vila Cha and the most impressive is probably the fortified village of Castro de Sao Lourenco which dated back to the 4th century BC. The village is set amongst the hillside pine forests.
Casa Terroso is within easy reach of Barcelos, one of the towns on the Portuguese Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route. The town lies on a plateau above the River Cavado, surrounded by beautiful green hills. The famous symbol of Portugal, the vibrant ceramic cockerel has its origins in the charming town of Barcelos. Thoughout this walled market town you will discover an abundance of pottery shops. Barcelos hosts a gigantic weekly market on Thursdays in the Campo da Republica, the town square. Visitors can pick up some wonderful souvenirs, especially locally produced ceramics. The old Jewish quarter of Barcelos is very attractive with many medieval and baroque buildings. The Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Terco enjoys one of the most impressive baroque interiors in Portugal with tile work showing scenes of labouring monks and the Last Supper. The main shopping street of Barcelos is Rua Antonio Barroso. It is quite short but makes you feel as though time has stood still. Jardim das Barrocas is a beautifully tended ornamental garden with vibrant colours and delicate aromas. The Pottery Museum is worth a stop, as is the Archaeological Museum.  
A little further away, Braga enjoys a pedestrianised historic centre. The town is regarded as one the main religious centres of Portugal, with the oldest cathedral and many Gothic churches. Every hour you will hear a cocophony of different church bells ringing out! It is the third largest city of Portugal and is a joy to explore. Braga is an enthralling university city and the setting for Bom Jesus do Monte, a fine monument. There are pretty city gardens, charming plazas and busy shopping streets.
Ponte de Lima is one of the most characterful and picturesque towns of Northern Portugal, on the southern banks of the Lima River. The location has been the main river crossing since the Romans constructed a bridge in 1AD. There is a delightful mix of ancient houses, grand religious buildings and pretty plazas. There are a number of interesting museums as well as colourful flower gardens and stunning natural scenery all around. The Ponte do Lima is an excellent centre for adventure activities such as the Ecovia cycling route, kayaking along the Lima River, mountain biking or hiking in the Serra D’Arga or birdwatching in the Lagoas de Bertiandos. You can river bathe in Labruja.
Just south of the Lima River, you can visit the stunning Cabadelo Beach which is fantastic for surfing. Just north of the river is the historic, beautiful city of Viana do Castelo. Its pearly white, magnificent Santa Luzia Church presides over the city, sitting high on the hilltop and very appealing to those who appreciate Romanesque-Byzantine architecture. Entrance is free and you can visit using the city’s funicular transport to save the steep climb. The sanctuary was completed in 1943 and is one of the most visited places in the city. The city offers a unique cultural and historical diversity. With the sea in sight and bathed in gold, Viana do Castelo never disappoints. Viana do Castelo’s compact historic centre boasts extravagant religious buildings, delightful cafes, elegant plazas and narrow shopping streets which open onto the banks of the Rio Lima. Many of the bars and restaurants are found in the Praca da Republica along with many regional handicrafts. The architecture of the surrounding buildings looks like a castle. In August, the city hosts The Pilgrimage of Nossa Senhora da Agonia which celebrates the religious devotion of the residents of the city. The festival dates back to 1772 and in 2013 received the Declaration of Interest for Tourism. The highlight is the Desfile da Mordomia where more than five hundred women parade while wearing the traditional costume of the city and several pieces of family gold. The parade is a moment of union, enthusiasm and joy. At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the
concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport transfers- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!