The Yeatman, a hotel and wine tasting along the Douro

Tuesday, 01 June 2010 19:28

The Yeatman opens its doors in July 2010. It will be the first five-star from the Portuguese city Vila Nova de Gaia.  All the rooms will overlook the spectacular 'Ribeirinha' Porto and are decorated in a classical style. The construction of The Yeatman began in May 2006 by the Fladgate Partnership, responsible for distribution of , Taylor's, and with more than 300 years of history. Along with the ancient  cellars where they mature slowly famous nectars, The Yeatman was built on 2.6 hectares in the town center.

With a strong commitment in protecting the environment, half property of the hotel is designed with gardens, which will highlight an olive tree more than 1,300 years old and other trees that have been protected in the building. The rain water will be reused to water the garden, which will offer a Butterfly House. Many of the garden's plants are endangered species in Portugal, as well as a variety of birds they attract.

The hotel was founded with the goal of being environmentally friendly and is perfectly integrated into the landscape, mimicking the slopes of the Douro River  coveted to growing grapes. A total of 82 rooms, of which 55 are superior, with 40 m2 and a price of 260 euros per night without breakfast. Executive rooms, a little smaller, 36 m2, cost 215 euros and include breakfast.

The master suite hotel is separated from the rest of the building and can be accessed from the garden. This is an open place of 126 m2 with a rotating bed can look to the fireplace, to the bathroom or to the spectacular views over the Douro and the city of Porto. The price for one night is 750 euros.

The other suites of The Yeatman was inspired by the philosophy of wine. Sleeping in one of them is like sleeping in a barrel, literally, as they have built headboards shaped like wine bottles.

The finest cuisine - Wine is the dominant theme of this place. Not only the port, but are intended to become a hotel wine from all regions of the country. In fact, rooms will be sponsored by wineries where you can test each of the different wines offered by the Portuguese grapes. The aim of The Yeatman is to ally the best location, the best cuisine and the best views. To do this, will have the largest winery in a country hotel, with more than 30 000 bottles, and one of the best chefs , Ricardo Costa, which aims to renew the Michelin star who got into the restaurant Casa da Calçada de Amarante. At the hotel's gourmet restaurant, where you can enjoy, among other things, a private dinner in the candlelight, or themed dinners every Thursday, with wine tastings, and guests connected with the world of wine. The Yeatman aims to become a landmark luxury hotel at the international level, And for relaxation, there is a 2,000 m2 spa with 10 treatment rooms , indoor and outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, sauna and steam bath. The outdoor pool .