Quinta de Marka is a magical wine villa in a picture-perfect setting overlooking the best area of the Douro Valley, away from the busy tourist activities but easily accessible to them by train. The accommodations were very comfortable, the food was great, but the true secret ingredient was the people. Everyone, starting with Angela (the manager), her sister Anabela, and all the staff were extremely warm, helpful, and truly felt like friends by the time we left. We could not have asked for anything better