Casa 1883 is located in Portugal's northernmost village, Cevide, where Kilometre Marker No. 1 marks “Where Portugal Begins”!
Just a five-minute walk from the Minho and Trancoso rivers, which separate Portugal and Spain, the house enjoys a unique location, marked by the tranquillity of the landscape and the historical proximity between the two countries.
Built in the 16th century and renovated over time, Casa 1883 preserves the original character of the region without sacrificing modern comforts.
It has four cosy bedrooms, two bathrooms and a fully equipped kitchen, ready to welcome those who love to cook and spend time together. Outside, the barbecue and outdoor dining table invite you to relax, surrounded by the silence and greenery of the village.
In the past, Cevide was an autonomous and independent village inhabited by monks. Even today, you can still admire the old chapel below the farm, a living testimony to the religious community that once thrived there. Its geographical position made Cevide a strategic point for passage between Portugal and Spain, including for the smuggling routes that marked the local past.
Casa 1883 is thus an encounter between history, nature and authenticity - a refuge where the past can be felt and the present can be lived with serenity!
What to visit?
Your starting point for discovering one of the most authentic and unspoilt regions in northern Portugal. Between mountains, green valleys, crystal-clear rivers and historic villages, Melgaço and Castro Laboreiro offer a range of unique experiences, perfect for those seeking nature, gastronomy, culture and tranquillity.
1. Melgaço Castle
A medieval fortification that marks the region's defensive history. From the keep, you can enjoy breathtaking views of Melgaço.
2. Melgaço Cinema Museum / Jean Loup Passek Museum
Dedicated to the history of cinema and the relationship between director Jean Loup Passek and Melgaço.
3. Solar do Alvarinho
Historic house where you can discover and taste the region's famous Alvarinho wine, as well as other local products.
4. Museum of Memory and the Border
It explains the history of border life, smuggling, historic routes and local culture.
5. Historic Centre of Melgaço
Old streets, ramparts, stately homes and the typical atmosphere of the Minho region.
6. Melgaço Thermal Baths – Peso
Thermal area surrounded by nature, with a park, fountains and walking trails.
7. Passadiços do Rio Minho / Ecopista de Melgaço (Minho River Footbridges / Melgaço Cycle Path)
Ideal for walking or cycling along the river, with magnificent scenery.
One of the gates to the PNPG, with an interpretation centre and nature trails.
In the heart of the Peneda-Gerês National Park, enjoy nature, gastronomy and heritage. Visit the museum, the castle, the waterfalls and lagoons, the medieval bridges and the trails that showcase the fauna and flora in this unique national park.