One of the missions of the Franciscan Larder is to publicise the diversity of Alto Alentejo, contribute to an increase in visitors to the region and the growth of the local economy. A Casa do Peso is one of the partners of the Franciscan Pantry and is located in Vale do Peso - Crato!
So we went to meet the current owner of Casa do Peso, Jorge Lozano, who kindly introduced us once again to this local accommodation, which is more like a family home, where all guests are treated as if they were part of it. This place is particularly suitable for families looking for a refuge as if it were their own country house. With a view of the Serra de S. Mamede, this accommodation invites you to relax in full communion with nature. The ideal place for those looking to disconnect from the frenetic city life and have a stay to recharge their batteries. To make your stay even more enjoyable, you'll also have the opportunity to taste a Franciscan Ginjinha!
Casa do Peso is an 18th century country manor house, built by Manuel Martins Durão, a wealthy landowner and farmer from the municipality of Crato, in 1740. Inherited by Maria Cassiana de Sande as a dowry from her marriage to Tomé de Barros Castelo Branco, it is now owned by her great-great-grandchildren, the Lozano Family. The current owners have refurbished the house, adapting it so that it can comfortably accommodate guests in 10 rooms (some of which are suites).
This intervention sought to preserve the character of the house, making no changes to the façade and carefully respecting the internal architecture, furnishings and finishes of the period. The aim was to provide the house with the comfort required today, with all the rooms having private bathrooms, central heating and air conditioning, period furniture and decoration, and high-quality replicas, in a mixed thematic concept, all based on Portuguese Tradition, History and Culture. The house now has ten bedrooms, several living rooms, an interior patio, a garden and a swimming pool.
Get to know Weight House!
R. da Sra. da Luz 1,
7430-363 Vale do Peso
Contact: 917 823 513
Bookings: casadopeso@gmail.com
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