Villa Feitos Portugal

If you are looking for a villa with added treats and entertainment, then the delightful Villa Feitos must be a great contender! With an excellent swimming pool, a tennis court, a football field with a volleyball net, a home cinema, a games room, gym equipment and a jacuzzi it offers a lot. The villa 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 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.
Villa Feitos is a traditional villa built over three floors. The lower ground floor is home to a very spacious games and home cinema room with a pool table and table tennis. The home cinema area enjoys comfy sofas and a good quality screen and sound system. There is also some gym equipment. Double doors open from the games room to the garden.
The ground floor offers an excellent, fully fitted kitchen, a dining room, a spacious living room, one of the villa’s bedrooms, a bathroom and a laundry room. The modern kitchen boasts excellent appliances, a central island and a handy breakfast able. A large opening takes you to the smart dining room. Just outside the kitchen and dining room is an outstanding, covered alfresco dining area and summer kitchen with a barbecue. The living room is incredibly spacious and enjoys a stone feature wall with a recessed television and DVD player. Doors open from here directly to the pool terrace where you will find a covered jacuzzi and alfresco lounge area. The ground floor bedroom enjoys sumptuous twin beds, lovely garden views and an adjacent shower room.
The master bedroom is very comfortable with a sumptuous kingsize bed, an ensuite bathroom and a large balcony with glorious, uninterrupted views over the countryside. There are two further bedrooms on the first floor, both with beautifully dressed double beds. One of them enjoys a private balcony and they share an immaculate bathroom. Each of the bedrooms in Villa Feitos enjoys its own vibrant colour scheme.
The outside space is quite remarkable. It boasts the covered lounge area and jacuzzi, the amazing alfresco dining area, a 10m x 5m swimming pool surrounded by loungers and lush lawns, a five-a-side grass football field with nets, a tennis court with lighting, a private vineyard and a gorgeous, mature garden. Villa Feitos enjoys a delightful countryside position, just outside the seaside town of Esposende. Esposende is off the international tourist trail, offering a natural, peaceful resort with an excellent beach, a museum, a leisure centre, a promenade and a couple of marinas. Situated alongside the final stretch of the 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.
The colourful ceramic cockerel is possibly the most famous symbol of Portugal. It has its origins in the pretty town of Barcelos. Pottery is the craft of note in this walled market town which lies on a plateau above the River Cavado, surrounded by beautiful green hills. Barcelos hosts an enormous weekly market on Thursdays in the Campo da Republica, an open square in the centre of town. Visitors can pick up some wonderful souvenirs, especially the locally produced ceramics for which it is famous. The old Jewish quarter is very attractive and there are 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 Pottery Museum is worth a stop, as is the Archaeological Museum. 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. Barcelos is one of the towns on the Portuguese Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route.
Braga 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. The historic centre is fully pedestrianised. 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.
A little further north, you can visit the stunning Cabadelo Beach to the south of the Lima River 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!