Hotel Description

The pousada acquired its name from a young man by the name of Barao Forrester 1809 1862 who also plays an important part in the history of port He was a cartographer and artist and was a purist in his desire to keep port as a wine unfortified by brandy In the Pousada there is a drawing room a central dining room with mirrored doors a card room on the lower garden level as well as a bar with a wonderful collection of port 08 08 mp White facade with traditional balconies overlooking the swimming pool surrounded by grass gardens Located in the old village of Alij heart of the Douro Wine Region among the famous quintas small estates where the Port Wine vineyards grow in terraces It enjoys a pleasant view of the countryside and vineyards Room TypesGuest Rooms Pastel colours cover the walls giving the rooms a peaceful feeling