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"Loved the hotel. The location was a bit further from where we ideally wanted to be but the staff were great, service was good and overall an excellent experience."

"Beautiful location, hotel and rooms have stunning views over the dam and lake, dinner was an excellent standard and reasonably priced "

"Lovely historical building , very helpful staff and all immaculately clean"

"Great location, lovely setting and a private chapel included. Value for money."

"Friendly people in a beautiful location. "

"Pool was great!! Staff were very helpful. Breakfast was delicious. Town was very nice to walk around & explore."

"All perfect,great breakfast"

"What a stunning place! Sandrine greeted us when we arrived and showed us around. The ensuite room was small but perfectly appointed for our stay. There was a lovely lounge with comfy sofas amd a TV. The outside space was beautiful, with ample seating for ourselves and other guests. We didn't take a dip in the pool but it looked so inviting. We will definitely be booking again for a longer stay just so we can try out the pool!! Oh and I can't not mention breakfast, fresh eggs, fresh pastries and...

"It was a cute little apartment. Type unit was a huge balcony overlooking the river, which was beautiful. Had a very well kept kitchenette, a little living room area, bedroom, and bathroom. It was well decorated and a very pleasant surprise. I would definitely return"

"Fint sted, men ingen frokost som var inkludert. Personale kunne svært lite engelsk, og brydde seg ikke om å prøve. Kaldt rom, og ac ga kun kald luft. "

"Beautiful location. Up in the mountains so driving at night is difficult. Very friendly people who can tell you about the area and people who live there. The kitchen is good, beds are ok. "

"We appreciated the comfort, the décor, and the details we discovered. The fact that it was warm upon arrival. We found the village picturesque and enjoyed the peace we experienced during our stay. We are grateful to a couple who helped us get to the house, even though it was very cold and raining. Although we didn't use it because it was always raining, we loved the outdoor space. We would go back. For the rain."

"Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home. The pictures do not do it justice. The place is totally unspoilt so much to do around. You definitely need a car to get round. We came to the area to visit family, without that we would have never known about it. I would recommend to anyone wanting to experience the real Portugal. One last mention would be for Manuel, his attention to the property from making sure we had everything we needed, watering the grounds everyday. He’s a real...

"Staff was great. Thank you to the gentleman at réception who pointed is to a less hairy way out of Piodao through Vendas da Galizes. We are so grateful. Property is mice and clean but needs a little work here and there. Buffet restaurant is OK."

"Very nice stay."