A dream in heaven - this place can’t be described, unless you are there. The gardens, the planted vines, the entire complex, near the river, the road down the orchard, everything is carefully placed where it can enhance the charm of this small piece of heaven. The food is delicious and the entire staff so welcoming and helpful! Congrats for creating a warm experience to your guests. Definitely on our list of comeback places.

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Every detail was thought out for the most luxurious stay and it was full of surprises! I was so excited to stay but so surprised when we arrived by how incredible it was. I never wanted to leave. The staff made you feel right at home and I was so relaxed. We had s private wine tasting on the veranda by the vine leaves which I think was the highlight of my trip around Portugal 🥰 thank you a million times. Not to mention the architecture of the rooms, I could go on

That I had to leave and go back to real life

Perfect location, great welcome with a drink at the pool. Fantastic suite! Comfortable bed, clean and great terrace at the suite next to the waterfall. Absolutely breathtaking! Fantastic breakfast, very friendly staff from management to cleaning staff and in-between all very friendly and helpful. Elmo restaurant was very nice for lunch and dinner with a fantastic view and staff.

The property was magnificent! We stayed in one of the new bungalows, which was absolutely beautiful. The bed and pillows were very comfortable. Even with all the windows there was complete privacy. It was super clean. Victor, who took care of us for breakfast and dinner for the two days that we were there treated us like royalty. He also makes a fantastic martini! The spa was wonderful. Make sure you get a massage. It was one of the best I’ve had. The views of the vineyards were stunning. We took a long walk along the river, which was so pretty, and we met a few mama pigs and their babies. We will definitely return.

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The night we stayed happened to feature a degustation menu at the restaurant and the food was amazingly good, as was the wine. The views from the restaurant across the Duoro Valley were spectacular. We stayed in the original villa and the room was very nicely decorated, and the bathroom was understandably small but had everything needed and was very clean. The property also features a historic motor car collection and a vineyard. We were treated to a full tour of the estate the next day. This hotel was our favourite in Portugal.

It was all very good. Signage to get into the property could have been better but they're rectifying this with a lovely new entrance.

The resort was beautifully conceptualized amidst the vineyard and incorporates the existing historical structures and buildings to make a fabulous oasis of relaxation. It is classy without being ostentatious. The use of wood and natural materials truly make it a natural wellness and spa resort. The staff was wonderful and the food was delicious. I highly recommend the cod Elmo!

The spa pool had recently opened and the water jets were not functioning yet.

Existing 18th century Douro-manor house known as Casa da Lavandeira in Douro Valley area with a just opened contemporary expansion with spacious, luxury, independent suites in the concept of "contemporary treehouses" into the nature of the winery area. Great design, furniture, details, bathrooms. Nice staff. Clean. Large outdoor freeform natural swimming pool in the concept of a "lake". Nice indoor swimming pool also, next to a gym (spacious, with great view to the vineyards -a treadmill would be appreciated), sauna, Turkish bath and relaxation area. NIce outdoors spaces very well equipped. Beautiful walkway next to a small river for a short walk around the estate. Owner's amazing collection of old antiques cars, motor bikes etc on display. A scenic train ride that follows the banks of the River Douro is very much suggested.

Restaurant : great dining room, amazing interior, table setting, details, everything well designed. In my opinion the food hasn't yet find his way for the high level of the hotel structure, although everything seems fresh and people in the kitchen indeed do a lot of effort on it.

Beautiful place. We LOVED the old house and how we could use the kitchen there. I think I could have stayed there for 2weeks! Awesome staff (happy, accomodationg, and energizing to be around). It's like two hotels in one: one an old (but luxurious) stone b&b, plus next door, across the vineyard, a brand new modern spa hotel and restaurant with a fancy new pool and gym. It was really fun to explore the house and the old car collection, plus fun to relax in the modern spa parts. The new restaurant made really good vegetarian food for us.

The noble twin bed room has a step that we tripped on several times, but otherwise very comfortable.

The property is beautiful, the hotel is unique in so many aspects, and the staff is exceptional! We had a very unfortunate issue that had absolutely nothing to do with the hotel, we contacted local authorities who were unable to provide us with the support we needed, we decided to contact the hotel management to see if they could assist us and they went above and beyond to anything anyone could have ever expected. Thank you very much to the hotel Director - Ms. Susana and the staff she gathered to help us in a very difficult moment. They provided us with an exceptional overall experience during our stay and, because of this we will certainly return to the hotel and recommend it to all our close friends and family.

The property itself was incredible! Restaurant Elmo with its very fine cuisine, we had the honor to meet Mr. Victor he stays in the restaurant part a very sweet, kind gentleman. Our bungalow was lovely! I can say that it was one of the best weekends ever! We will surely go back! Thank you Lavadeira Douro ❤️❤️ you are truly special!