Set in the scenic Minho region, Moradia Bravaes offers a generous, well-designed retreat ideal for families or groups seeking both comfort and outdoor living. The villa’s spacious garden is laid with well-kept lawns - perfect for sunbathing, games, or relaxing afternoons. A large swimming pool provides a refreshing spot to cool off, while a series of furnished terraces invite guests to unwind and enjoy the surrounding countryside.
Inside, the villa blends solid materials with personal touches. The main living space is warm and welcoming, with deep leather seating and plenty of room for everyone to gather. A farmhouse-style dining area centres around a robust wooden table, ideal for long meals and easy conversation. The kitchen is full of character, featuring practical appliances and a quirky bar area for casual drinks or morning coffees.
Upstairs, five bedrooms offer flexible sleeping arrangements. Two twin rooms suit children or friends sharing, while three double rooms provide space and comfort for adults. With restful interiors and a layout made for relaxed holidays, Moradia Bravaes balances functionality with a strong sense of place.
What Oliver loves...
This villa also contains a decadent games room that includes a pool table and a cards table
A premium barbecue can be found on the exterior, meaning that the whole family can enjoy a range of freshly prepared meals
A large fireplace is located in the living area, helping to keep guests cosy and comfortable during the colder seasons
Moradia Bravaes was fully renovated in 2016, allowing guests to rest and recharge in a well-maintained home
What you should know
Parking facilities are available on-site.
There are no handrails leading into the pool, so children must be supervised.
All of the bedrooms contain an abundance of storage space, ensuring that your belongings remain safe and secure.
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The Local Area
About the surrounding area of Moradia Bravaes
Outstanding Landscapes
Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
Tourist Towns & Villages
Moradia Bravaes is set in Portugal’s northern Minho region, an area known for its natural beauty, historical depth, and strong local identity. Just under an hour away lies Peneda-Gerês National Park, home to traditional villages, mountain trails, and native wildlife like cachena cattle and autochthonous sheep. It’s a rewarding destination for hiking, exploring rural heritage, or spotting ancient landmarks such as the Roman Road and Castro Laboreiro Castle.
Food is a regional highlight, with hearty local dishes and fire-grilled specialities. Flor de Minho, a popular restaurant around 55 minutes from the villa, is a favourite for its relaxed atmosphere and robust flavours - think grilled pork tenderloin and turkey steaks served with no fuss.
For history lovers, Guimarães Castle - linked to Portugal’s first king - is around 50 minutes away. Visitors can tour the grounds, climb the ramparts, and take in wide-reaching views across the birthplace of a nation.
The Region
Please be aware that the location tab shown on the website is not based on the property's exact location; therefore, all location amenities are an approx of facilities, restaurants, and villages/towns you might find around the property. The property's exact location will be provided to you before arrival and might come along with some recommendations about the area and what to visit.
ABOUT MINHO
The areas of Minho extend from the Spanish border in the north, south to Porto and east to the mountains of Vila Real. It is a green and fertile area of rolling hills encompassing the great rivers Minho, Lima and Douro, and the National Park of Peneda Geres. The countryside of the region is typified by long, sandy beaches bordered by pine woods, picturesque villages nestling among vine-covered hills, and historic towns such as Amarante, Guimaraes, Barcelos, Ponte de Lima, and Viana do Castelo.
The area encompasses a range of postcard-worthy landscapes and features that could almost be Portugal in microcosm: dreamy river scenes, high mountains, rolling vineyards, beautiful historic towns, dramatic Atlantic beaches, ancient religious foundations and mysterious archaeological sites.
Then there's the bold, sharp and fruity Vinho Verde to consider. This young wine is fashioned from the fruit of kilometres of vineyards that wind along rivers, over foothills and into Minho mountain villages.
But while you're enjoying one of our fantastic villas in Minho, you may well want to take some time out from all that sun worship to explore everything else the region has to offer – so we've put together this handy travel guide to give you a little help and inspiration!
