Villa Erica

Villa Erica: Luxury 3 Bedroom Holiday Villa in Pinhao, Douro Valley

Villa Erica is a beautifully equipped 3 bedroom holiday villa situated at the edge of a peaceful rural hamlet in the Douro Valley. This exceptional property accommodates 6 guests comfortably, with space for an additional 3 guests on request, making it perfect for families or groups seeking an authentic Portuguese escape.

Exclusive Experiences Included

Guests booking 1 week or longer at Villa Erica receive an outstanding package of complimentary experiences that showcase the very best of the Douro Valley. Your stay includes a delicious local gastronomy meal featuring regional specialities, a guided visit to one of the renowned Port producing Quintas with wine tasting, a scenic vineyard terraces picnic (weather permitting), and a memorable 2 hour Rabelo boat ride along the Douro River. Modern conveniences include a local mobile phone and tablet preloaded with regional information for guests to use throughout their stay.

Exceptional Staff and Services

The friendly and professional staff speak Portuguese, French and English fluently. Beyond maintaining the villa to the highest standards, they are available to act as local tour guides and provide babysitting services on request, ensuring a truly relaxing and memorable holiday experience.

Villa Accommodation

The lower level features a spacious open plan sitting and dining room with feature fireplace, perfect for gathering together. The fully equipped kitchen includes staff access to the exterior, and there is a convenient guest WC on this floor.

The middle level houses a comfortable small sitting room with a double sofa bed that opens directly onto the pool terrace. An outdoor dining area provides the ideal spot for alfresco meals, with steps leading up to a higher panoramic terrace offering breathtaking valley views. Practical amenities include a fully equipped laundry room, a shower room with WC adjacent to the pool terrace, and an entertaining games room for all ages.

3 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms

All 3 bedrooms are located on the middle level of Villa Erica:

• Bedroom 1 – Double bedroom suite with 1.60m × 2m bed, en suite full bathroom, and access to a shared terrace
• Bedroom 2 – Double bedroom suite with 1.60m × 2m bed, en suite shower room, and access to a shared terrace
• Bedroom 3 – Twin bedroom with two 0.90m × 2m beds and en suite shower room

Outdoor Spaces and Pool

The stunning pool area is the highlight of Villa Erica's outdoor spaces, complete with comfortable sunloungers and spectacular valley views that stretch across the famous Douro vineyards. Multiple terraces provide various vantage points to admire the landscape and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Ideal for Larger Groups

Villa Erica can be rented alongside its neighbouring property Villa Valoria, creating an excellent option for larger family gatherings or groups of friends travelling together.

Location and Local Area

Villa Erica enjoys a prime location in the heart of the Douro Valley wine region. The charming town of Pinhao, with its river marina, supermarket and specialist wine and regional product shops, is just 8 km away. The larger town of Alijó, offering more extensive supermarket facilities, is 15 km from the villa. The beautiful protected Heritage Site village of Provesende, which features an excellent restaurant, is only 5 km away. Porto Airport, with convenient motorway connections via Vila Real, is 120 km from the property, making this stunning Douro Valley villa easily accessible for international visitors.