Casas do Juizo - Country Houses

My husband and I and two other couples spent a night at Casas do Juizo while on a self guided cycling tour through the historic villages and Douro Valley. This stay was the absolute highlight of our journey, however don’t misunderstand as there were many great experiences and accommodations on our adventure. The wonder of this Casa is well documented in other reviews, but I can’t help but reiterate all the amazingness. Casa do Juizo is indeed a very special place, situated in the picturesque small village of Juizo in the Côa valley. The tiny stone houses of the village and its narrow street are beautifully preserved and one quite literally feels lost in time. The suites or houses of the property are quite honestly beyond words and so rich in history. If only the rooms could tell their story!!! They are each very unique, spacious, beautifully restored and decorated. The combination of traditional features and decor balanced with all the modern comforts create a most magical setting. If anything could top the charm and wonder of the houses themselves it would be the incredible genuine hospitality of Andre and Daniela. We were warmly welcomed upon arrival. An efficient check in was followed by a delicious drink of fig liquor and then we were each shown to our houses. Andre offered us a basket of wine glasses with our wine purchase and we sat in the beautiful glassed area to wait out a rain shower. The fresh fragrance of the rain and the rainbow just added to our fairy tale. Andre and Daniela run the beautiful tavern called Taberna do Juiz, just around the corner and we enjoyed a delicious dinner there. The atmosphere, intimate and warm and the food and wine were absolutely delicious. Andre and Daniela sat and spent their evening with us after our meal and their company was a gift! We also enjoyed a delicious breakfast the next morning before departure. The pride and attention to detail is obvious in every aspect of the experience, from the clean rooms, to the delicious food and it’s presentation and especially the calm kind presence of this team. Their humble efforts and hard work is commendable and we wish them every success. If you don’t stay here when exploring this beautiful piece of Portugal you are truly missing out. We hope to return one day for more magic!

We were booked in here by Headwater for one night on our cycling holiday. As we rode into the village we were warmly greeted by Andre (he and his delightful wife Daniela manage the accommodation and own the associated taberna further into the village). Andre and Daniela do not normally open the taberna at lunchtime but, to our delight and amazement they organised, witin 30 minutes, a feast of ham, cheese, figs, grapes, tomatoes, fruits, breads etc. A wonderful surprise. Dinner in the taberna that evening was utterly delicious - Daniela is a superb cook. And breakfast next morning, a huge basket of delicious goodies delivered to the door of our accommodation, was sensational. The accommodation itself is huge and suited our needs perfectly. Andre and Daniela are real stars - they were great company, and they clearly take enormous pride in providing great hospitality, And they work so hard to look after the whole complex and run their taberna. if you are thinking of staying in this area of Portugal, you absolutely must try to stay here - it was a wonderful experience for us and our two friends.

Gostámos muito do espaço e da tranquilidade! A sr.ª Mónica é muito simpática e sempre pronta para ajudar. A proximidade com vários locais de interesse natural/histórico deixam a vontade de voltar a repetir a experiência. Altamente recomendado!

Adoramos a estadia e já temos saudades. É excelente para descansar e estar com a família. As crianças podem brincar, e ainda conviverem com outras. A Sra. Mônica que nos recebeu também é muito simpática, e sempre preocupada. Obrigada pelos dias fantástico.

Um ótimo lugar para desfrutar de uma zona calma, agradável para conviver com a companhia de quem mais apreciamos. Os anfitriões, foram pessoas muito prestáveis, atencionsos. Deram nos a provar o licor do juizo! Que estava muito bom! Almoçamos na estadia e a comida foi muito saborosa. Experiência a repetir! Muchas gracias!

Recomendo mesmo muito as Casas do Juízo! Há um ano fomos muito bem recebidos nas pela Mónica nas Casas do Juízo, éramos 3 (com mais um no forno). Este ano voltámos os 4 e convidámos os avós para conhecerem também este maravilhoso cantinho que tão bem nos recebeu. Desta vez ficámos 4 noites na Casa da Roseira (T3) e ficaríamos mais se possível.. As Casas são amorosas e muito confortáveis, independentemente da temperatura que faça lá fora. A Casa da Roseira até tem um espaço exterior coberto, perfeito para relaxar e entreter (e conter) os mais pequenos com segurança e uma temperatura agradável. A Mónica é um amor de pessoa, muito simpática e generosa, ainda deu uns colinhos ao mais novo e levou o mais velho a passear e conhecer os animais que fazem parte da família. Dissemos que voltávamos e voltámos! E um dia regressaremos. Obrigada por estes dias tão bons.