A Pampla

If you ever want to find nirvana, this might be the closest thing to it. A two person cottage looking across the Mino River to Portugal, surrounded by vineyards, in a location that you need a good satnav to find, but when you get there, you really don't want to leave. Magdalena and Javy are the perfect hosts and you can learn everything you want about winemaking from people who are still learning. The wine is lovely and there is lots to explore in the area. A perfect stopover between Santiago and Portugal.

We have stayed in quite a few places in Spain over the years but A Pampla is by far the best! We arrived to such a friendly welcome from Magdalena and Javier. The location is beautiful with views across the vineyard to Portugal. The fabulous cottage has such a calming aura. You are instantly relaxed. A Pampla is ideally located to explore this corner of Spain, and Portugal is only ten minutes away. We didn't want to leave but left knowing that we had made good friends with Magdalena, Javier and their dogs, and that we are already planning our return trip.

A Pampla was the most wonderful week away from a busy city. Magdalena and her husband were the most welcoming host's, who couldn't have done anymore for us. The little cottage was perfect with beautiful views out of the bedroom window and a very well appointed kitchen! I had Spanish lessons with Magdalena, which were brilliant. You must go and stay at A Pampla, it's idilic!

Staying at A Pampla resulted in the best vacation of our lives and, we vacation a lot. Our stay here included language immersion, cultural experience and accommodations. Every morning there were pastries or breads awaiting us before our Spanish class. After class Magdalena arranged cultural and food and wine experiences that were spectacular and fun. She and Javier spent much time with us immersing us in the language and Gallego culture. They are such generous, kind and fun people. Word limitation prohibits me from going on but, if you are thinking of staying here, stop thinking and go.