Morgadio da Calcada Douro Wine&Tourism

We had a wonderful stay at Morgadio do Calcada. It has been the highlight of our trip to Portugal - and there were already so many impressive moments! The property is a manor house at the edge of Provesendes run by the 18th generation of the household. The lodge is in a newly renovated part across the courtyard from the main house, surrounded by vineyards and a citrus grove. The rooms are modern with a very spacious bathroom. The owner, Manuel, is amazingly warm. He hosted the dinner the night we dined there and shared a lot of insight on his family and the range of wines he produces from his old vines. The reserved red was stunning, so was his white port. His staff is also very friendly and knowledgeable. The village itself is UNESCO heritage protected - charming, walkable, and probably has not changed for 500 years. The church bell still rings to tell the villagers time, and a small bakery opens for a few hours in the morning to supply the village with bread. There is a cafe, a restaurant, and a bar. But the laid-back lifestyle means they may or may not be open when you arrive... You must have dinner there one of the nights. Also, if you get a chance to tour the main house, do it. It's like going back in time...

The staff was extraordinary, providing important details about meals and a village festival prior to our arrival. The property itself is beautiful. We would definitely return because of the ambiance of the area and hotel, the friendliness of the staff, and the excellent wine.

Wonderful experience The Morgadio is a family-run vineyard with attached, recently renovated guest rooms. Definitely do the dinner with wine pairing! The owner, Manuel, places a premium on quality and authenticity. We were honored with a tour of the centuries-old family house and dinner in the estate's dining room. Breakfast was wonderful including fresh omelets. Not a mass-produced experience!