Sleep in a wine barrel in Portugal Posted on 6 March 2019 Quinta da Pacheca Estate in Douro, Portugal is offering wine-lovers a unique vineyard experience. Visitors to the farm have the option to linger and book accommodation in a 270-square-foot wine-barrel-shaped room. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Quinta da Pacheca (@quinta_da_pacheca) on Oct 28, 2018 at 6:29am PDT The wine barrels are located in the centre of the wine farm, surrounded by vines as old as 116 years. The suites are kitted out with modern creature comforts. From the private bathroom with a walk-in shower, a glorious large round bed, a private terrace overlooking the picturesque estate, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and a skylight. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Quinta da Pacheca (@quinta_da_pacheca) on Jan 22, 2019 at 6:24am PST The estate does have a hotel, but the wine barrels are an extra-special way to experience the essence of one of the world’s most popular wine regions. In March, a double room, or superior barrel, can cost between €178 (R2,861) and €193 (R3,102) for one night, where the hotel’s double superior rooms can cost between €113 (R1,816) and €142 (R2,282) per night. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Offbeat Portugal (@offbeat_portugal) on Aug 29, 2018 at 3:39pm PDT The wine farm invites visitors to enjoy a traditional Portuguese meal at the estate’s restaurant, visit one of 15 wine-making facilities in the Pereira and do Céu Gonçalves’ areas, or do a wine-tasting. The farm produces white, red and rosé wine as well as port wine, Moscatel and olive oil. For more information visit Quinta da Pacheca Estate’s website here. Image source: Instagram @quinta_da_pacheca Related Posts Cape Town’s sustainability: Leading the way in environmental initiatives 1 June 2023 As National Environmental Month commences in South Africa, Cape Town stands proudly at the forefront... read more Kapama to host Safari Guide of the Year Awards 2023 1 June 2023 Kapama Private Game Reserve near Hoedspruit will host this year’s Safari Guide of the Year... read more Blood Lions relaunches for public viewing on YouTube 1 June 2023 Award-winning documentary feature film Blood Lions has been relaunched on YouTube for public viewing, creating... read more PREV ARTICLE NEXT ARTICLE
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