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This is a wonderful conversion of two windmills (which
can be rented either separately or together) carefully
restored to provide comfortable holiday accommodation in
the unspoilt Portugal.
The windmills are set on top of a hill, next to each
other, being ideal for a large party wanting to explore
the Minho region and its sandy beaches. Both mills have
views over a valley and distant views to the sea.
Flanked by lush green pine forests, the old fishing
village of Esposende with some fine old buildings, airy
town squares and sandy beaches, is about 12 kilometres
away. Barcelos, one of the liveliest cities in the
north of Portugal and the ceramics centre of Portugal,
is about 20 kilometres distant. The town's large weekly
market held every Thursday is remarkable.
The World heritage site of Porto is about 30 minutes
drive away. As the windmills are very identical,
only one is described below.
A three storey house.
ACCOMMODATION
Ground floor
The base of the windmill is now the entrance
hall with a sofa bed, sleeping one adult or two young
children, and an open fireplace. Spiral staircase going
to the bedrooms above. Door leading into living/dining
room with comfortable seating, satellite TV and table to
seat 8 people.
Fully fitted kitchen. French windows leading onto the
outdoor terrace and barbecue area. Leading off the
living room is a double bedroom with french windows
opening onto the swimming pool terrace. Adjacent shower
room.
First floor
Double bedroom with ensuite shower room.
Second floor
Double bedroom with ensuite shower room.
EXTERIOR
Small walled garden with barbecue area, outdoor
dining table with shade and private oval swimming pool -
7 metres long and 3.50 metres wide - the depth is 1.20
metres. Steps lead up from the garden to a raised sun
terrace with views over the countryside.
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