Cerca da Milhera | Country House | Swimming Pool | Art | Retreat | Minho

Description:
A Cerca da Milhera is a cozy rural estate in Vade São Tomé, just 10 minutes from Ponte da Barca, in the heart of the Minho region! Surrounded by nature and tranquility, it is the ideal retreat for those seeking comfort and an authentic connection with the countryside. Every detail invites you to rest: the sound of silence, the starry sky, the gentle breeze, and the endless landscape.

At A Cerca da Milhera, the estate includes the Main House (5-bedroom), a 1-bedroom unit (T1), a vegetable garden, a garden, an orchard, a swimming pool area, and lush surroundings where the region's characteristic green prevails!A CASA PRINCIPAL (T5)A Casa Principal features five suites inspired by traditional Portuguese dances. Carefully restored, it preserves the charm and original elements of traditional Minho architecture. The result is a warm and inviting space where tradition and modern comfort live in harmony, providing a memorable stay in full connection with nature.

The interior is spacious, comfortable, and flooded with natural light, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The kitchen is the heart of the house, fully equipped so you can prepare all your meals and feel right at home.More than just a place to rest, at A Cerca da Milhera we want you to have an experience beyond simple accommodation. Inside the main house, you will find an Art Gallery where you can appreciate—and buy—works directly from the artists. This fusion of hospitality, culture, and the Minho landscape creates a unique experience.Outside, you can enjoy the swimming pool with views over the verdant landscape of Ponte da Barca—the perfect spot to relax on warm days or simply contemplate the nature that embraces you! The orchard and vegetable garden provide the rural charm for those seeking a deeper connection with the earth. Feel free to harvest, feel, and discover unique flavors! From the earth to the table, from nature to the soul, please help yourself.T1 'CANA VERDE DA BARCA'The T1 “Cana Verde da Barca”, offering stunning views over the valley and the swimming pool, sleeps up to four people. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen, a bedroom with a double bed, a sofa bed and an en-suite bathroom, it provides all the essential amenities for a comfortable and convenient stay. Its fully glazed façade opens the space to the outside, allowing a constant connection with natural light and the landscape.



EXPERIENCE “THE 5 SENSES OF NATURE”

Discover the Alto Minho in a unique way, through a sensory experience that invites you to slow down, feel, and reconnect with nature.

At Cerca da Milhera, every moment is designed to awaken your senses and create authentic memories.

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👁️ Vision — Memories that linger:

Explore breathtaking natural scenarios, from the surrounding trails to the stunning views of the Peneda-Gerês National Park. Each walk reveals a new angle of Minho’s untouched beauty.

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👂 Hearing — The sound of the essential:

Let yourself be enveloped by the silence, interrupted only by nature: the flowing water of the Lima River, the birdsong, and the wind in the trees. An invitation to mental rest and presence.

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👃 Smell — Aromas of the earth:

Feel the natural aromas of the region — the damp earth, the aromatic herbs, and the characteristic vegetation of northern Portugal. An experience that connects directly to the roots.

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👅 Taste — Authentic flavors:

Discover the Minho’s gastronomic richness with a selection of local flavors: from the traditional Bacalhau à Minhota to the iconic Vinho Verde. Each meal is a celebration of local culture.

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✋ Touch — Real connection:

Walk, touch, feel. Participate in activities linked to the land or simply enjoy direct contact with the surrounding nature.

Cerca da Milheira, in partnership with Axis Golf Ponte de Lima—located around 30 minutes from the accommodation—offers special rates and a unique golfing experience on a superb course set amidst stunning natural scenery… an excellent opportunity to enhance your stay with moments of leisure, sport and well-being.



Here, everything is lived genuinely and Cerca da Milhera invites you to live at the rhythm of nature, where every place was designed to slow down, contemplate, disconnect from what doesn't matter, and reconnect to what really counts!

Welcome to your Refuge of peace!
More than just a place to rest, the main house also features an art gallery, where guests can admire the works on display — and, if they wish, purchase them. A unique fusion of hospitality, culture, and the Minho landscape.

Registry: 12821/RNET