Slow Living
TAKE YOUR TIME
the art of living time
We live busy lives — yet rarely present.
We move through a constant, fast-paced and demanding rhythm.
Full days, packed schedules — but less and less space to simply be.
We created Take Your Time as an invitation: to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters.
Because we believe in a balanced way of living and in the power of places that take us away from the everyday — where pausing becomes a form of productivity.
When slowing down becomes essential, places emerge that make it possible.
The Casa de Sobrado Countryside House was restored with this purpose — a place where time has found its space
and can be lived without rush.
A place to slow down and simply be
A time lived gently
Waking up without an alarm.
Feeling the silence.
Reconnecting with what truly matters.
How life unfolds here
Slow mornings
Afternoons by the pool
Meals outdoors
Quiet nights
An idea transformed into a place.
Casa de Sobrado was restored with time, care and intention.
Today, it reflects what we believe in — a way of living that is calmer, more present, and closer to what truly matters.
Everything you need to slow down
Space and tranquillity for your stay.
Thoughtfully designed to offer calm, rest, and wellbeing,
this countryside house is the perfect escape from the pace of everyday life.
✔ 3 bedrooms with king-size beds
✔ 2 + 1 bathrooms
✔ Fully equipped kitchen
✔ Spacious living areas
✔ Private saltwater pool in a natural setting
✔ Peaceful countryside surroundings
✔ Ideal for families or groups
✔ Digital disconnection experience
✔ Close to nature trails and outdoor activities
✔ The perfect base to explore Northern Portugal
All yours
Private pool
Free Wi-Fi access
Lush garden
Private parking
Balcony
Sun loungers
Al fresco dining
Mountain views
Barbecue
Air conditioning
Fireplace
The echo of those who inhabit us
★★★★★
Rated 9.8/10 by our guests
“A perfect place to relax in nature. Peaceful, comfortable and beautifully designed.”
In the heart of Minho region
Our countryside house is located in Northern Portugal, in Vila Verde near Braga, just a short distance from the Peneda-Gerês National Park — one of the most stunning natural areas in the country.
The perfect location to explore mountains, waterfalls, local villages and authentic Portuguese culture.
Experiences that extend the pause
A stay at Casa de Sobrado goes beyond the house itself.
It is an invitation to discover the surrounding region through thoughtfully curated experiences
that allow you to live time with greater calm, presence, and connection to nature.
Without rush.
Painting & Nature Retreats
Creative experiences that invite contemplation and expression,
in direct connection with the surrounding landscape.
Walks in Nature
Routes across the region, with access to trails and landscapes of Minho,
and close proximity to Peneda‑Gerês National Park.
Local Experiences
A curated guide
featuring authentic suggestions — gastronomy, villages, nature,
and selected local partners.
Ready to experience time more slowly?
Get in touch directly and start planning your stay.
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