Sitting in 120 hectares of Douro Valley vineyards, this traditional manor house has been converted into Portugal’s first wine hotel. At Quinta Nova Winery House – Relais & Châteaux, guests can get a real understanding of the spirit of the Douro Valley by observing wine making and farming activities, following the walkers’ trails and discovering the historic sites on the estate. When not sampling wine guests are invited for a walk through the scenic and tranquil countryside or just relax by the outdoor swimming pool. After enjoying a delicious meal, accompanied, of course, by the finest wine, retire to the comfort of your beautiful guest room. Overlooking the vineyards and the river, the luxurious rooms are decorated in a period style and guarantee every possible comfort. Quinta Nova Winery House – Relais & Châteaux features its own a train station, a heliport and a boat dock. Guests arriving by train benefit from a free shuttle between the train station and the main building. The nearest airport is Porto International Airport, 80 mi away.