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Casas de Villar Slow Village in the Côa Valley

Greater Côa Valley
Portugal

Casas de Villar Slow Village in the Côa Valley

What better way to discover rewilding than by living it directly?

Casa da Laja – Casas de Villar

A charming traditional stone house where comfort meets the authentic atmosphere of a Portuguese village. Carefully restored, Casa da Laja offers a peaceful and welcoming place to relax and enjoy the slow rhythm of rural life.

From Casas de Villar – Village Houses, guests can join guided experiences with Marco Ferraz, a local guide from Ambieduca, and explore the remarkable landscapes of the Côa and Douro region. Discover the inspiring rewilding project in the Côa Valley, visit the famous Côa Valley Archaeological Park, and wander through historic villages and authentic rural communities where time seems to slow down.

Here, nature, heritage, and tranquillity come together to create a truly memorable stay.

Casa da Laja is more than a place to stay — it is the starting point for discovering one of the most unique and unspoiled regions of Portugal!

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How your stay helps rewilding efforts

By choosing to stay at Casas de Villar – Village Houses and taking part in guided visits around the region, visitors help support local communities, value the natural landscape, and contribute to conservation and rewilding efforts in the Côa & Douro Valley

Greater Côa Valley - PORTUGAL
Rewilding landscape
Rewilding vision

The Greater Cõa Valley | Portugal

The return of wildlife—including Iberian wolves, Iberian ibex, red deer, and roe deer— is leading to more naturally balanced populations. Blending these natural gains with traditional local practices, heritage, and products has fostered new economic opportunities and a renewed sense of regional pride.

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Location characteristics

  • In nature
  • In a local community
  • Scenic view on nature
  • In the mountains
  • Peaceful
  • Hike in/out
  • Wildlife co-existence

Living & comfort amenities

  • Wifi
  • TV
  • Books and magazines
  • Children’s toys
  • Board games
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Airconditioning

Bedroom, bathroom and laundry

  • Hair dryer
  • Cleaning products
  • Shampoo
  • Hot water
  • Washing machine
  • Essentials (soap, etc.)
  • Towels, bed linen
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Room-darkening blinds
  • Mosquito net
  • Clothes storage

Kitchen & dining

  • Kitchen
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Pots and pans
  • Cooking basics (oil, salt, ...)
  • Dishes and cutlery
  • Bowls, chopsticks, cups, ...
  • Coffee maker
  • Wine glasses
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Dining table

Outdoor amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private door entrance

Location

About the listing author

Marco Ferraz
Marco Ferraz

Have questions? Feel free to ask!

€100.00
/ night