Soalheiro – Herbal Tea House

Herbal Tea House is a local accommodation house which is perfectly integrated in the surrounding area. The harmony between the vineyard, the valley and the mountain invite you, of itself, to a visit. The proximity to the only Portuguese National Park, Peneda-Gerês, the discovery of traditions, such as the typical gastronomy of the Alto Minho region and the tasting of Alvarinho wine and of the herbal infusions, create an ideal environment for a stay with your family or with friends.

It has three bedrooms and a capacity for 5 people (one room with a double bed, one with two single bed and another room with one single bed). Through its imaginary environment and decoration, this beautiful cottage takes us to the world of the herbal tea. Each room is inspired by an aromatic herb perfectly adapted to this terroir: Red globe amaranth, Spear mint, Lavender. This accommodation has two bathrooms, living room, equipped kitchen, fireplace, heating, air conditioning, internet, cable TV and an outdoor space with a barbecue area. Herbal Tea House also has a little bathing area for adults and children to freshen up while enjoying the landscape. Breakfast, prepared with local products, is included and the tasting of the infusions Herbal Tea Selection – Soalheiro is part of it.

The house is inserted in the area where the plants are grown, and guests can have a closer contact with the agricultural practices. The herbal plant production is based on sustainable agricultural practices which promote the biodiversity of local fauna and flora, allowing guests a unique experience through the discovery of the history and traditions of this terroir. The whole plantation is carried out in organic farming and the bet in the convergence between the terroir of the wine and the terroir of the aromatic herbs has been pioneer within this region.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the city life, this is also the ideal place to enjoy a wine tourism experience. With a mostly outdoor redesigned visit tour, at Soalheiro, guests can visit the vineyards and have a privileged contact with nature, while discovering the terroir where Alvarinho has its origins – Monção and Melgaço - where gastronomy, nature and hospitality will never disappoint you.

Enjoy 2 nights in the Herbal Tea House, with friends or family and discover a unique experience through the discovery of the terroir´s history and it´s local traditions.