Being and feeling at home, being away from home is possible. We take characteristics such as comfort, well-being, warmth and tranquility very seriously. That's why we created a space that is, in itself, an invitation to rest and commune with nature. Now that you have arrived here, the first challenge we set for you is to open the windows of the house and enjoy the light and views that enter and takeover all the spaces of this unique refuge. It is not in vain that we say it this way: your home away from home. But adventure and curiosity also run through our veins. Therefore, in this space you can also recharge your energies to embrace the secrets and treasures that the Gerês area has in store for you. It truly is the personification of an invitation to refuge,proximity to nature and the creation of bonds. In a new and refreshing way.

Santo Tirso is our birthplace, which makes Gerês our second home. We have known this region for over 35 years, from its challenging trails, to its waterfalls, magical villages and the most authentic restaurants. But our history also includes places and people from all over the world. As a family,we already know more than 30 countries spread over 3 continents. With a predilection for Asian countries, a popular saying stands out to inspire the stay in our refuge: “In Vietnam you plant rice, in Cambodia you see the rice grow and, in Laos, you hear the rice grow.” We created this place so that it can become your Laotian retreat. With all the pleasure and friendliness, you can count on us for an unforgettable stay in one of the most beautiful areas in the world.

Gerês really is a unique place. There are 70,000 hectares of mountains and nature that take on such different yet complementary contours. It's a corner of Portugal that hides archaeological treasures, breathtaking waterfalls, hiking trails and mouth-watering cuisine. The designs of its landscapes are the great secret. There's a perfect combination of accessible places with so much to see and stops on trails and rock cuttings that only our eyes can follow. There's a tranquillity that will pass through anyone, and it's hard for it not to infect everyone. A day in Gerês can unfold in such unique ways. It can be filled with the charm of nature, tasty meals, a warm welcome from the locals, and the beauty of the waterfalls. At any time of year, Gerês is always open for business.