House of Quinta de Vilar das Oliveiras

Category: Civil Architecture > Manor House / Stately Mansion

District: Porto > Porto > Porto > Bonfim

Location

The House of Quinta de Vilar das Oliveiras is located in the Bonfim area, a distinctive part of the city of Porto. Integrated into a consolidated urban context, this property is an integral part of a larger space that today houses the facilities of Águas do Porto. Its position offers a unique environment, where historical heritage intersects with the daily dynamics of the city, maintaining a visible link to a more rural and green past.

Memories of the Quinta

The history of the House of Quinta de Vilar das Oliveiras dates back to the 19th century, a period when it was erected as a bourgeois residence. Built by Robert Reid, the property was characterized by an extensive and dense mass of trees, predominantly composed of native species. In 1922, the house was acquired by the jewelry firm Almeida

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt