Romantic Galicia - Try the Casa Grande De Rosende

The standard of accommodation in the area isknown as "The Misses' House" throughout the area
extremely high as you would expect from Galicia anddue to the sisters who lived there during the middle of
Northern Spain. Hotels are categorized and awardedthe last century and who were the last of the
stars by the regional tourist authorities.Díaz Varelas to live there.
Those searching for luxury will just head straight forWith regards to the actual facilities that the Pazo has
the exclusive hotels and "Paradors" whilst even theto offer they are as follows: 1 Special double room, 8
family run "casas rurales" are excellent places to stayDouble rooms, 3 Single rooms.
and escape the hustle and bustle of the city.All usual mealtimes are observed at this Pazo and
In this article we are going to take a look at the Casathey are a breakfast buffet and evening meal with
Grande de Rosende.regional dishes.
The Casa Grande can be found at 27460 Rosende -As well as the individual room facilities, this Pazo has
Sober - LUGOthe following shared amenities and facilities: Meeting
As of the time of the writing of this article the contactrooms, Dining halls.
telephone number for The Casa Grande is +34 982Outside you can find the following amenities for guests:
460 627 and the fax number is +34 982 460 089.Swimming pool, tennis courts, football field (linked to the
At the time of the writing of this article, the manager tohouse), Gardens Vineyards, Marquee for banquets
contact for information would be Manuel Vieitez and(250 approx.).
The Casa Grande has the following number of rooms:The immediate geographic location for this Pazo is as
12.follows: The house is located within a walled enclosure
The Casa Grande de Rosende, located in the heart ofwhich harbours vineyards and gardens, covering over
the "Ribeira Sacra", allows one to enjoy, in their own10 sq kilometres, which make it an idyllic spot to rest
setting, the impressive countryside of the Canyons ofand enjoy nature. However, the sports facilities linked
the River Sil, numerous Romanesque monasteries andto the house, including swimming pool tennis courts and
churches that make up the most important group offootball fields, allow one to take exercise as does the
Western Europe, or visit the vine yards, wine cellarsgolf course, which is about 10Kms away.
and craftsmanship, in one of the historically deepestWith regards to the scenic location for the Pazo, it is
rooted wine growing areasextremely well located. One can take trips around the
Like all Pazos, there is a fair amount of historyarea to get to know the "Ribeira Sacra", or go on a
surrounding the building and in this case it is thetrip by catamaran along the Canyons of the River Sil.
following. The manor was built in 1511 by the DíazThe native woodlands, the vineyards or the riverbanks
Varela family. Carlos Recarey Díaz Varelaof the River Cabe offer ideal settings to go trekking.
upheld the Viceroyalty of Mexico, later returning to hisIf the above are not enough for either you or your
homeland. It was he who undertook the extension offamily then you will find within close proximity the
the original building towards the end of the 18th century.following facilities; Trekking, Boat trips along the
The decoration of the chapel and drawing rooms, withCanyons of the River Sil, Canoeing, Coarse fishing,
unique frescos painted by Juan Bernardo deGolf, Horse riding.
Castinande, dates back to this period. The manor is