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Old estate in good condition - A House with Soul and Memory

There are places that welcome us as if we were returning home. Quinta de Santo António, in the heart of Alto Douro Vinhateiro, is one of those rare places — a space where centuries of history, natural beauty, and winemaking tradition come together in a harmony hard to find nowadays.

Built in the 17th century, the manor house that dominates the property preserves the soul and character of traditional Douro estates. Just a few kilometers from Peso da Régua, a landscape that seems hand-painted unfolds before you: terraced vineyards, golden light crossing the valley, and a breathtaking view over the Douro River, impossible to describe without seeing it.

Approaching the main house, you feel the gentle weight of history. The elegant and traditional architecture reveals the pride of a family that has preserved it through generations — every stone, every detail, every balcony has a story to tell.

Inside, the chapel dating from 1674 stands out, a period treasure that recalls the spiritual and cultural importance of this estate. The gross building area, about 620 m², also includes a caretaker’s house with generous spaces and several traditional agricultural dependencies, such as wine presses and warehouses, bearing witness to centuries of dedication to winemaking.

An Estate in the Heart of Douro — UNESCO World Heritage

The estate is located within the prestigious Demarcated Douro Region, in the historic Vinhos de Feitoria area, defined in 1756 by the Marquis of Pombal.

It is now an integral part of Alto Douro Vinhateiro, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Situated in the parish of Cambres, between Peso da Régua and Lamego, the estate benefits from excellent access via EN 226-1 and A24, ensuring proximity to daily life without sacrificing the privacy and silence characteristic of the region.

12 Hectares of Authenticity and Potential

With a total area of about 12 hectares, the estate offers a setting of rare beauty and great agricultural value. Highlights include 10.22 hectares of productive vineyards, classified with letters C and D, featuring grape varieties such as Malvasia Fina, Tinta Barroca, Tinta Roriz, Touriga Nacional, and Touriga Franca, enabling the production of Port wine and DOC Douro wines.

Year after year, the assigned benefit depends on the quota set by the Instituto dos Vinhos do Douro e Porto, keeping alive the regulated tradition that makes this region unique worldwide.

Besides the vineyard, the property includes:
- 0.43 ha of olive grove with 701 olive trees along the vineyard borders, producing excellent olive oil;
- Two gardens with spring water (500 m² and 1,200 m²), each with its own tank, perfect for organic cultivation or complementary agricultural projects;
- A 1,100 m² garden next to the house, ideal for relaxation, contemplation, or private events;
- Two restored cardenhos, typical regional spaces with great potential.

The property’s layout is versatile and functional, offering multiple spaces that open various usage possibilities:
- Main house (approx. 316 m²) with 4 living rooms, kitchen, 6 bedrooms, and social areas facing the Douro;
- Historic chapel (38 m²) with significant heritage value;
- Traditional wine press (127 m²) and large warehouse (272 m²), ideal for wine production and storage;
- Caretaker’s house (93 m²) and other restored rustic dependencies;
- Garage (35 m²) and agricultural support spaces.

These buildings can be adapted for rural tourism, wine tourism, own production, or even luxury private residence, maintaining the rustic and historic character of the estate.

For those seeking an authentic estate with vineyards, memory, agricultural potential, and emotional value, this is truly a unique property on the market. A place where the past meets the future, and where every dawn reminds us that in Douro, everything is more intense, more beautiful, and more genuine.

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