Cerca da Milhera | T1 Cana Verde da Barca | Country House | Swimming Pool

Description:
Cerca da Milhera is a cosy country house in Vade São Tomé, just 10 minutes from Ponte da Barca, in the heart of the Minho region!

Surrounded by nature and tranquillity, it is the ideal retreat for those seeking comfort and an authentic connection with the countryside.

Every detail invites you to relax: the sound of silence, the starry sky, the gentle breeze and the landscape stretching as far as the eye can see.





T1 CANA VERDE DA BARCA

The “Cana Verde da Barca” one-bedroom apartment is designed to accommodate up to four people, ideal for those seeking a more intimate space where comfort blends with nature. Fully integrated into the landscape, it invites you to enjoy a peaceful stay, characterised by the simplicity and serenity of the surrounding environment.

With a fully equipped kitchen, a bedroom with a double bed, a sofa bed and a private bathroom, it offers all the essential amenities for a comfortable and practical experience. Its fully glazed façade opens the space to the outside, allowing a constant connection with natural light and the landscape.

With a privileged view over the valley and the swimming pool, this accommodation has been designed to highlight what really matters: rest, contemplation and harmony with the surroundings!

The outdoor areas are shared with the main house at Cerca da Milhera.





CERCA DA MILHERA:

In Cerca da Milhera, you’ll find a country estate featuring a five-bedroom main house, a vegetable garden, a garden, an orchard, a pool area and plenty of open space, all set against the region’s lush green backdrop!

The main house, with five suites inspired by traditional Portuguese dances, has been carefully restored, preserving the charm and original features of the traditional architecture of the Minho region. The result is a warm and inviting space, where tradition and modern comfort coexist in harmony, offering a memorable stay in complete harmony 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, a communal area shared by all the suites, where guests can prepare all their meals; it is fully equipped to make guests feel at home.

More than just a place to rest, at Cerca da Milhera we want you to have an experience that goes beyond simple accommodation. The main house features an exhibition of works of art to be admired and even purchased directly from the artists. An art gallery that transforms the experience into a unique fusion of hospitality, culture and the Minho landscape.

Outside, you can enjoy the swimming pool overlooking the lush green landscape so characteristic of Porte da Barca — this is the ideal spot to relax on hot days or simply take in the natural surroundings that embrace you! The orchard and vegetable garden offer a touch of rural charm for those seeking a deeper connection with nature and wishing to enjoy what the land provides... feel free to pick, taste and discover unique flavours! From the earth to the table, from nature to the soul, help yourself...





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.