20 February 2026

Here, every moment is an invitation to slow down and intensely feel the present, and it was precisely this feeling that inspired the creation of the House Collection at Octant Douro, a unique expansion of the hotel that invites us to experience the Douro in a more intimate and personal way.

Integrated into the unique landscape of Castelo de Paiva, this new collection of houses transforms a stay in the Douro into an experience of authentic connection with the territory and its landscapes, without haste or commitments. Here, each person has time to rediscover the value of the simple act of being present.

In total, there are 20 exclusive houses that join the hotel's traditional offerings, each designed to provide a feeling of comfort and total freedom in an environment that blends local identity with a carefully thought-out contemporary aesthetic. These houses allow those who visit the Douro to experience the place as if it were their own, from the private garden where the morning light and birdsong become part of the routine, to the leisure spaces that invite long conversations and meals enjoyed at one's own pace.

The House Collection project stems from the desire to create a retreat that is more than just accommodation, a place where those who arrive find refuge. Intimate, an extension of your home in the heart of one of the world's most beautiful wine regions, this collection features one- and two-bedroom houses, all with private gardens and many with plunge pools that blend seamlessly with the natural scenery of the river and the city hills.

But experiencing the Douro through the House Collection isn't just about the houses; it's about the complete experience of feeling the profound silence of the mornings as the sun begins to warm the valley, about toasting at the end of the day with a glass of local wine while the sky is painted in warm colors, and about experiencing the Douro not as a destination but as a way of life.

Here, every detail has been thought out to make your stay fluid and natural. The comfort of the fully equipped kitchen allows you to prepare meals at your own pace, taking advantage of local products that may have been purchased in the region. The private garden becomes the stage for relaxed moments with family or friends, and the possibility of enjoying moments of tranquility with total privacy transforms the trip into a memorable experience.

The House Collection thus represents a new way to explore the Douro, a way that celebrates the freedom to experience the region at every moment without haste, with authenticity. of the landscape and with the tranquility that only a place as unique as the Douro is capable of offering us.