Quinta Rustique à Peso Da Régua

Identificação do imóvel: ZMPT590659

Location: Presegueda, Vilarinho dos Freires — Peso da RéguaTypology: 12+ BedroomsGross Built Area: 1,424 sq. m. Plot Area: 30,375 sq. m. (~3.03 Ha)
Tax Framework: Located in an ARU Zone (Urban Rehabilitation Tax Incentives)

Property Highlights

- Singular Heritage: 18th-century manor house featuring a coats-of-arms facade (original stone crest) and a private chapel.
- Panoramic Setting: Sweeping, idyllic views over the rolling hills of the UNESCO-listed Douro Valley.
- Investment Potential: Ideal for a boutique hotel, event venue, wine tourism estate, or an exclusive historic residence.
- ARU Benefits: Situated within an Urban Rehabilitation Area, granting access to tax incentives and a reduced VAT rate on renovation works.
- Natural Resources: 3.1 hectares of terraced land with a producing olive grove and a private water spring.
- Furniture & Staging: Please note that the furniture and interior decor displayed are not included in the sale price (available for separate negotiation).

The Awakening of a Sleeping Giant

Where time seems to have taken a contemplative pause stands Casa Grande de Presegueda, an 18th-century architectural treasure set high on the hillsides of Vilarinho dos Freires. Wrapped in the mystical aura of a region historically linked to ancient chivalric orders, this noble manor estate is the quintessential expression of Douro aristocracy, awaiting visionary hands to restore its full splendour. On its grand granite facade, the original stone coat of arms takes pride of place—a timeless seal of distinction and history. Yet the manor’s true magic lies in the window to the world provided by its elevated location: a breathtaking, unobstructed view over the Douro hills, where the shifting sunlight continuously redraws the poetry of the terraced vineyards across a UNESCO World Heritage landscape.

The Soul of the Spaces: Architecture & Sense of Place

Passing through the imposing wooden gates into the natural stone atrium—where former stables whisper stories of bygone eras—a grand granite staircase invites you up to the piano nobile. Here, the essence of the past remains vibrant:

- Halls & Turrets: The manor unfolds majestically across the main floor, culminating in two independent turrets that crown the building’s ends. Showcasing fine hardwood floors and preserved timber trough ceilings (tetos de masseira), the home offers over 12 bedrooms and 3 grand reception rooms. While select interior spaces—such as one of the living rooms—await restoration, the centuries-old stone structure and roof provide an impeccable foundation to craft an authentic 18th-century boutique getaway.
- The Private Chapel: Adjoining the main manor, the private chapel with its delicate neoclassical gilded wood altar is a true piece of art. Accessible privately from the interior via an elevated choir mezzanine, as well as directly from the street, this sacred space brings a poetic atmosphere and an unparalleled setting for weddings and high-end events.

The Art of Investing in a Unique Territory

Far more than a property, this estate is a versatile ecosystem of opportunities in one of the world’s most sought-after destinations:

- Event & Wine Tourism Potential: The harmony of the historic chapel, producing olive grove, fresh water spring, and unforgettable valley vistas positions this estate as an ideal canvas for a boutique hotel, a private wine estate, or an iconic family retreat.
- Rehabilitation Advantages (ARU Zone): Located within an Urban Rehabilitation Area, the property pairs its historic prestige with an advantageous financial framework (including reduced VAT rates on construction works), streamlining your restoration project.
- Heritage & Connectivity: Presegueda carries a storied legacy associated with the finest Port wines. Situated just 10 minutes from the banks of the Douro River and central Peso da Régua, and only 1h15m from Porto Airport, it delivers serene seclusion without sa