Fairy Tale Castle

Our rating	Five Stars.
Cost	Mid-range.
Location	30 min from Porto International Airport. The drive may be done almost entirely by motorway. 45 min from beaches and 20 min from the nearest casino.
Setting	Set on a secluded hilltop in the midst of an enchanted forest.
Activities	Guided tours of the National Park, hiking, biking, and swimming. There is also a regional wine cellar next-door that schedules wine tasting tours.
Exterior	Marvelous example of 18th century neo-gothic architecture. Surrounded by a majestic lush forest with century-old trees, a large lake with islets and tropical flora and fauna.
Interior	Lovely sitting rooms and guestrooms decorated in 18th century traditional style with elegant period furnishings that make you feel like an authentic fairy tale princess.
Facilities	Restaurant, bar, banqueting facilities, outdoor swimming pool, game room and babysitting.
Accommodations	10 rooms and suites and the very sought after nuptial chamber. All rooms are charming and uniquely decorated with beautiful rich curtains, lavish bedspreads and sophisticated furniture and accessories. Each room has its own private terrace and Jacuzzi.
Receptions	Sophisticated and classy.
Entertainment	Live music is offered on the weekends.
Ceremonies	Civil and symbolic ceremonies in one of the 4 state rooms or in the beautiful gardens near the lake and lush forest.
Restaurant	The small panoramic restaurant serves traditional regional dishes in a beautifully appointed dining room, frescoed by several famous artists. Meals may also be eaten on the terrace. Superb wine list.
Service	Excellent service in a dreamy atmosphere.
Capacity	Up to 300 in the banquet halls.
Availability	Open all year long. Reservations must be made well in advance for Spring and Summer events.

Unique characteristics of this Fairy Tale Castle

Set on a private 8 acre estate adorned by lovely gardens with gazebos, mysterious grottos, well tended lawns, an outdoor swimming pool and a lake. This charming Fairy Tale Castle is just brimming with old-world romance.

This venue is one of Portugal’s best kept secrets and is the preferred vacation spot of royalty and celebrities in search of peace and quiet. Its lush green landscapes bring you inner peace and allow you to be at one with your surroundings and your loved one. The charismatic grounds offer a perfect combination of nature, charm, relaxation and magic.

The castle offers the best views of the city and neighboring regions all the way out to the rolling waves of the Atlantic Ocean. So, whether you’re in search of picturesque scenery, going for a swim in a private lake or sharing a picnic in an enchanted forest with your soon-to-be spouse, you’ll be extremely pleased with everything this Fairy Tale Castle has in store for you.

The ambiance and the castle itself really make you feel like you have been written into a romantic fairy tale and this time you and your fiancé are the prince and princess!