Providing river views, Stay at the Winemaker in Ervedosa do Douro features accommodations and a garden. Housed in a building dating back to 2020, this bed and breakfast is 20 miles from Douro Museum and 21 miles from Natur Waterpark. The bed and breakfast provides rooms with air conditioning, free private parking, and free Wifi. At the bed and breakfast, every unit comes with a wardrobe. At the bed and breakfast, all units come with bed linen and towels. À la carte and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries, and fruit are available daily at the bed and breakfast. Guests can relax in the on-site lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. You can play darts at Stay at the Winemaker, and the area is popular for hiking and walking tours. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy cycling and fishing nearby, or make the most of the sun terrace. Our Lady of Remedies Sanctuary is 27 miles from Stay at the Winemaker, while São João da Pesqueira Wine Museum is 6 miles away. Viseu Airport is 60 miles from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Breakfast Info

Continental

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
or
4 twin beds
2 twin beds
or
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.8
Free Wifi
9.7
High score for Ervedosa do Douro
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sorin
    Portugal Portugal
    Wonderful host, made us feel right at home. Absolutely fabulous breakfast!
  • David
    United States of America United States of America
    Location was UNBELIEVABLE! And breakfast totally amazing!
  • Jerry
    United States of America United States of America
    This was one of the most beautiful places we've ever stayed. The views, the room, the breakfast....amazing. Plus, the host could not have treated us better! He sat and shared a bottle of wine at sunset. The next day, our train travel was cancelled...
  • Maarten
    Netherlands Netherlands
    When you arrive there are two things that immediately stand out, the host and the view! The view is incredible, it's like you have a living painting in front of you all of the time! The host does everything to make you feel welcome, after getting...
  • Maria
    United States of America United States of America
    Marteen was great. Very friendly and very knowledgeable about wine and the area.
  • Edward
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Maarten is an excellent host, a real passion for wine and a view that knocks you for six every time!
  • Ilse
    United States of America United States of America
    Marten is an amazing host, genuine, loves what he does and is a pleasure to talk to. His property has an amazing view of the Douro valley, including sunset and sunrise from your room. A little piece of heaven.
  • Carosell
    United States of America United States of America
    We loved staying with Maarten. He’s a gracious host. The wine tasting, bbq dinner and the stories shared were one of the highlights of our stay. The view is incredible and priceless. If we ever get another chance to return to Portugal, Douro...
  • Marvis
    United States of America United States of America
    So much it’s hard to list! Martin was great! The views were incredibly beautiful! A good variety of choices for breakfast. We had the BBQ one night and it was a wonderful experience! Martin is very accommodating if you have dietary request. ...
  • Johannes
    Canada Canada
    Everything at this property is wonderful. The views are amazing and the host makes you feel like family. The breakfast is expansive and will fill you up for hours. Can’t find anything wrong with this beautiful place.

Hosted by Maarten van Luyt

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Maarten van Luyt
Quinta de Alaude is located in the middle of the Douro Valley vineyards that have been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage area. Perched high, it offers unparalleled panoramic views of the meandering Douro River. The view from Quinta de Alaude over the Douro valley is breathtaking and the silence is deafening. Here you arrived in an oasis of peace, with a panorama that your eyes can never get enough of.
Maarten van Luyt, born in the Netherlands, is a winemaker in the Douro. He produces his own wines under the LUYT label, in the Douro Valley. A stay with Maarten takes you into the daily life of the winemaker, full of adventures and encounters. When you choose to Stay at the Winemaker, you stay at Maarten's home, in his modern Quinta de Alaude. The Quinta is located in one of the most beautiful places in the UNESCO World Heritage area of ​​the Douro, far from any crowds in an oasis of tranquility. Here you will experience in an ultimate way how people live and work in this fantastic port and wine region. Maarten is a fantastic winemaker, inspiring and very educational. Enjoy the stories and experiences of a true local. Playfully learn from the expert everything there is to know about how port and wine is made in the Douro. About the vineyards and the production process. About the many techniques and experiences he gained during his worldwide experiences as a winemaker. Get yourself slowly immersed in the wonderful and friendly atmosphere of the Douro. Maarten welcomes you!
Quinta de Alaude is a very modern building, which is home to Maarten. There are two spacious guest rooms: "Colheita", for max. 2 persons and "Reserva", a family room for max. 4 persons. The rooms are fully equipped; incl. private bathroom, air conditioning and free wifi. The cozy patio is the central point of the Quinta, where also the daily breakfast is being served to you.
Languages spoken: German,English,Dutch

Area info

Amenities of Stay at the Winemaker
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • River view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • BBQ facilities
    Additional charge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
  • Badminton equipment
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Food & Drink
  • Minibar
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Private check-in/out
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Tour desk
    • Packed lunches
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • Security alarm
    • Key access
    General
    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Spa
    • Beach chairs/Loungers
    Languages Spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Dutch

    House rules
    Stay at the Winemaker takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Check-out
    From 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Crib upon request
    Free

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    License number: 119177/AL

    FAQs about Stay at the Winemaker

    • Stay at the Winemaker is 1.6 miles from the center of Ervedosa do Douro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Stay at the Winemaker is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

    • The prices at Stay at the Winemaker may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Room options at Stay at the Winemaker include:

      • Double
      • Family
      • Twin/Double
    • Stay at the Winemaker offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Darts
      • Badminton equipment
      • Themed dinners
      • Walking tours
      • Tour or class about local culture
    • Guests staying at Stay at the Winemaker can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.5).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • À la carte