Stay in a giant wine barrel at this luxury getaway

Imagine yourself lounging on a patio, a chilled glass of Pacheca Branco Grande Reserve in your hand, overlooking the vineyards of a lush 18th-century estate and vineyard in the Douro Valley in Portugal.

Quinta da Pacheca is one of the best known estates in Portugal’s famous wine-growing region. The property has a Tasting Room, restaurant and the Wine House Hotel with 15 rooms.

For a truly memorable stay, opt to stay in one of the 10 Wine Barrel suites on the 140-acre estate. Each suite has a round bed looking towards the vineyard, skylight, wifi, bathroom and outdoor seating area.

See more photos of the Wine Barrels.

– Jan Schroder, Editor-in-chief, The Travel 100