Pedras Salgadas Spa & Nature Park

Pedras Salgadas is not your typical hotel

Check-in process is relatively swift, not common in these rural parts

Stepping onto this walkway to our treehouse offered a truly elevated nature experience

Finding inspiration here felt like a light breeze

I couldn’t believe this had been a park for a century, so I let the grounds guide my feet

This building is home to a fountain of youth offering mineral-rich, carbonated spring water that has been sought after since 1876

A sweet lady greeted us with a serving of the accredited healing water. It was a bit salty for my taste

I loved this view from the spa window

Nothing like a good shvitz

Coming back to the tree house feels new and exciting every time as new paths reveal themselves to approach the structure

Time for a siesta

The restaurant serves a list of local, delicious wines from the Douro region, known for its noteworthy varietals. Also, this fungi risotto was to die for

Truly something dreamy about opening your eyes, looking out, and viewing nature from this perch. I don’t think this could get old

The amenities are tucked away and compact. What more do you need? This is a tree house, after all

I appreciate the simple modern design throughout. The skylight in the shower was a nice touch

September is warm around here. After check-out, we spent a few hours at the pool

There is always something satisfying in a dose of good architecture and conversing with nature. Leaving this place feeling inspired, recharged, and full of ideas