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The Casa de Alfena is an eighteenth century manor house attached to a set of farm buildings and old goldsmith shops which were adapted to a unit of rental accommodation and a museum of gold.The Casa de Alfena only just been built in 1860 when Jose da Silva a wealthy merchant of jewelry and great-great grandfather of current owners Francisco de Sousa and Maria Carvalho and Carvalho de Sousa Idalina it added the imposing portal.In the late 40s the various activities of manufacturing and marketing of gold in the family are integrated in the same company under the responsibility of Adelino Antonio Rebelo the then owner of the house Alfena. It is also during this period that the company can grow significantly benefiting almost instant prosperity of many miners of tungsten in the areas of Basto and Barroso.The Casa de Alfena presents itself well not just as an eighteenth century building but as the axis of rotation of a family tradition and deep connection with the activity of manufacturing and marketing of gold and agriculture. It is located in the village of Travassos a village - shop with tradition in the manufacture of filigree on the banks of River AveThe idea of creating a Museum of Gold follows the efforts of the owner goldsmith who over fifty years of activity has been collecting loot and documentation.The floor the manicured gardens the waterfalls and fountains surrounding the pool provide a tranquil setting this house which invites lazy and regain strength.The proximity of the spa and Geres National Park Peneda-Geres with its seventy thousand acres of ecological reserve and breathtaking landscapes where they join the ethnographic and archaeological aspects make this house an ideal place to discover the region .

Property Type vacation Hotel- Bed And Breakfast Hotel- Vacation/Spa hotel- Vacation/Seminar Hotel- Business/Seminar Hotel year Built 2008 year Remodeled 2008 ratings aaa Diamonds Aaa Diamonds 5 stars 5 Stars additional Hotel Description aquafalls Spa Hotel Rural Is A Luxury Spa Hotel Featuring private Bungalows Luxury Suites And Deluxe Rooms As Well as An Infinity Pool Overlooking The Geres Natural Park And cavado River The Splendid Restaurant Specializing In unique Dishes Made With Organic Ingredients And The relaxing Magic Bar With Breathtaking Views Of The Valley. free Wifi In Public Areas And Ample Paring Is Available for All Guests.

Between the city of Braga and the Gerês mountain range stands the Pousada de Amares Sta. Maria do Bouro result of the restoration of a former Cistercian Monastery and one of the most characteristic of that period in Portugal. In accordance with the monastic severity but with a comfortable and modern decoration this historic luxury hotel is an absolute must to discover the cultural sites of Minho.

Property Location
With a stay at Aquafalls Spa Hotel Rural in Vieira Do Minho (Canicada), you'll be convenient to Canicada Dam. This 4-star hotel is within the region of Vilarinho das Furnas Dam and Citania de Briteiros.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 24 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include direct-dial phones, as well as safes and desks.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Don’t miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including a health club, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool. Additional features include concierge services, babysitting/childcare, and an arcade/game room.

Dining
Enjoy a meal at a restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge or a poolside bar.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Free parking is available onsite.

An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club, a sauna, and a steam room.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

• No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.

The preferred airport for Aquafalls Spa Hotel Rural is Porto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro) - 59.9 km / 37.2 mi.

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