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Twelve kilometres from Pinhão and twenty-two from Vila Real, stands the manor of Vilarinho de S. Romão, that comes from the seventeenth century and was very much improved a century later. The chapel was built much earlier and was consecrated in 1462. The house stands out by its privileged situation and harmonious architecture, witch was planned to enable a balanced and pleasant existence. Here, the charms of the past meet the comfort of the present and come together to allow for a pleasant stay in full wine country of Douro, just a few minutes from some of Trás-os-Montes most notorious landmarks. Vilarinho de S. Romão’s six large bedrooms have an old time atmosphere, with their bright colours and wide windows opening on a typical vineyard landscape. All bedrooms have a private bath, central heating and Internet connection available. From Vila Real to Vilarinho de S. Romão, it’s just a 22 kms drive. Take the EN 322 when leaving the city and, driving by the Palácio de Mateus, it’s 19 kms to Sabrosa. When entering Sabrosa, turn right to the EN 323 on the way to Pinhão – at 3 kms distance, is Vilarinho de S. Romão. The manor, from witch the village takes the name, stands out on the left with its ancient chapel and imposing gate. Right at the centre of the Port Wine country, an area classified by UNESCO as World Heritage, the manor of Vilarinho de S. Romão is the ideal starting point if you want to visit the Douro valley. The houseguests may visit the famous Port wine farms, sail on the Douro and take the train along the Douro or Tua valleys. To the north, you can visit in the nearby Trás-os-Montes, you can visit the city of Vila Real and the Palácio de Mateus, the pre-roman sanctuary of Panóias, the city of Alijó, S. Martinho de Anta, home of the writer Miguel Torga, and Sabrosa, birthplace of Magellan, the famous navigator. 78 kms from Vilarinho de S. Romão, stands the Parque de Foz Côa, where the famous prehistorical site is located.
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