Courses in 2026
Guiaes, nr Vila Real, Douro region, Portugal
Course 1 April 25th – May 1st 6 nights.
( Course 2 will be from May 1st if Course 1 becomes full )
nearest airport is Porto, which is served daily by many international carriers and then share a rental car with others for the 70 minute drive to the estate.
A Musical Retreat for Players, Partners and Friends.
April 25th. Arrive from 16.00
until
May 1st. Depart after an early 8.00 breakfast
6 nights
Join us at this stunning property, which is set in a working vineyard with unique and spectacular views over the Douro region …
The entire house is ours to enjoy and has been recently refurbished so that 10 ensuite bedrooms/bathrooms, as well as various living, dining and rehearsal spaces, fitness room and an outdoor pool are offered.
Everything is included.
Off street, secure parking
Wifi throughout the house
Towels and bed linen from Zara Home also provided
Schedule
Arrive after 16.00 on 25th April to settle in and have tea/coffee/wine snacks. Playing session at 18.00 and then dinner at 19.30.
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday
Breakfast at 8.45
Session 9.30 until 12.30
Light Lunch at 1.00
Free afternoon
Playing session at 16.30
Evening soiree at 18.30
Dinner at 19.45
Except Tuesday
Breakfast at 8.45
Session 9.30 – 11.30
Free for the rest of the day to explore
Session at 17.30
Dinner at 19.45
Playing
All levels of players are welcome and Nick writes the parts to suit.
We will aim to do both clarinet and saxophone ensembles and mixed group work, too.
Please bring a solo or two to play at our informal soiree each day. We will have the keyboard with us.
Food
Creative cooking is our signature style so mealtimes are to be looked forward to and enjoyed!
Breakfast : Cereal, Yoghurt, Fruit, Toast etc.
A light Lunch of soup, bread and cheese
Full Evening Meal
Coffees & Teas etc. available throughout the day.
Vila Real is the local large university town and home to major supermarkets such as Lidl, Aldi, Intermarche, Spar and a Leclerc hypermarket.
| Portugal course begins at 16.00. Ends after breakfast on the final day. | Portugal April 25th - May 1st 6 nights Full board except Tuesday when there is no lunch |
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| Twin/Double ensuite for 2 players sharing | £1135 per person |
| Private room ensuite for single occupancy | £1345 |
| Non playing partners | £445 for 6 nights |
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