Solar Egas Moniz-Charming House & Local Experiences

The best hospitality we've ever experienced anywhere in the world. Iva and Natalia are the best hosts and are so helpful every day booking cabs, restaurants etc. It's our second time here and it definitely won't be the last. Tchau Tchau! Bye

If you have the opportunity to rent this villa, RUN, don't walk to do it!!! We are a group of retirees who travel together and have rented villas all over the world---Hungary, Italy, Spain, France, Mexico, Morocco, etc. In all the years we've been renting villas, we have NEVER had an experience like we had at Solar Egas Moniz. The location is great---easy access to Porto, and all the surrounding towns, and close to the train station. The rooms are beyond comfortable, with upscale furnishings, delicious bedding, plenty of essentials and many thoughtful extras. The kitchen is the best stocked we've ever encountered, and, without our asking, Iva, the manager, had shopped for basics which were there when we arrived---milk, coffee, bread, condiments, fruit, eggs, oils, etc. There was also a home baked scrumptious chocolate cake, courtesy of the housekeeper, still warm from her oven! Fresh rolls and pastries were delivered to our door every morning from the local bakery. And Iva made their wine cellar available to us (payment on the honor system) which we very much appreciated. Her father, the wine collector, has a very discerning palate! You won't find a better equipped home or a warmer more caring staff available anywhere!!!

This place is amazing. The home and grounds are beautiful and Iva the host welcomes you like family. Every detail is thought of in advance and taken care of. The house is spacious, pristine and extremely well stocked. Iva is kind and friendly and just a lovely, wonderful person. I cannot recommend this house highly enough.

Best Hospitality in Portugal. Charming, historic Home/Hotel. Hostess's efforts to assure your comfort are beyond any experience. Located is a small village, 5 minute drive to a train station with quick access to Porto or points East. We had dinner prepared for our group the first night by the hostess and staff and I highly recommend guests do the same. It was a wonderful experience to learn the history of the property and it's surroundings.

I wish we could’ve stayed a few more days at this beautiful home. The combination of old world charm with modern conveniences is perfect. Our host and owner, Iva, was wonderful and as thoughtful as can be. She goes out of her way to make you feel at home. Fresh bread awaited us by the front door every morning too! Don’t hesitate to stay here. I’d give it 10 stars if I could.

Solar Egas Moniz is a wonderful property surpassed in beauty only by it's owner Iva! She has an amazing spirit and character that resonates throughout her home! There is space galore! It is clean, neat, and very well maintained! I would recommend staying here to anyone! 5 stars are not enough to rate Solar Egas Moniz!