“Excellent location close to center of this (very small and quiet) town. A big old manor house with high ceilinged, comfortable rooms and a friendly owner/manager. Delicious breakfast in a cheery room.”

“Beautiful historic property, elegant breakfast, very lovely gracious host.”

“Beautiful villa in the center of town and short drive (less than 10 minutes) to Museo Vale de Coa. Proprietor is a lovely woman who prepared us and two friends a quick lunch on the spur of the moment!”

“Excellent beautiful family house with the history! Owner is really nice and kind, and has lots of stories about the house. Breakfast was excellent. Big spacious swimming pool. Central location. Very clean.”

“A very special boutique hotel, in an old beautiful building, big rooms, decorated with carved wooden furnitures. Nice and comfortable. Good breakfast.”

“The host was particularly helpful, arranging taxis to museum, train station and a visitor centre which was further afield. ”

“Liked the fact that it was someones house and had been in the family for many generations. Had a lot of character in a town that appeared very new. Liked community breakfast and we met some interesting fellow travellers.”

“This was a fantastic hotel, with bags of character. The pool and grounds were fabulous. The staff were lovely. What a breakfast! Figs, grapes, olive oil, all grown by the owner.”

“Casa Vermelha is conveniently located at the centre of Foz Côa and it’s a good choice if you travel by train. The house is amazing, with antique furniture and all modern comforts. The rich breakfast and the swimming pool made our stay even better. The owner and the staff are very helpful. Great stay!” Read more

“We loved the atmosphere of the house, with all the original furniture in situ. The house itself is beautiful and set in lovely grounds. The breakfast was exceptional and the swimming pool was welcome in the evening after a hot day outr and about.”