What is speedminton?!

Discover speedminton and Vilanova de Cerveira at Minho’s Quinta do Espinheirinho….Speedminton? What is Speedminton?!!

Speedminton, you may or may not have heard of it. Speedminton is a fun alternative to badminton, tennis or squash and can be played practically anywhere. And asides being able to play it anywhere, anyone can learn how to play this fun and exciting racket game.

So how does the prospect of playing speedminton overlooking a mountainous and jagged panoramic landscape of colour, diverse natural resources and vivacity, contrasting vividly with the immaculate expansion of lawns, neat wood-decked terraces and elegant poolside, which is your albeit temporary accommodation sound?

The prospect of playing speedminton in such utopic surroundings could become a reality if you embarked on a stay at Quinta do Espinheirinho (pictured) not far from the riverside town of Vilanova de Cerveira in the Minho region of northern Portugal.

This modern four bedroom, three bedroom luxury house exudes elegance with its contemporary architecture, set within the most immaculate of private terraced grounds comprising of lawns, exotic and vibrant flowerbeds, and covered terraces providing some much welcomed shade from the hot Portuguese sun.

This stylish accommodation also houses an impressive 12 metre pool and a speedminton court on one of the lower terraces, both of which add justification to the claim that Quinta do Espinheirinho really can be described as being a ‘rock star’s pad!’

Asides playing speedminton, taking a dip in the inspiring pool, preparing a marvellous meal on the villa’s built-in barbeque or simply sitting in awe of the panoramic vistas of the stunning Peneda-Geres National Park and beyond, visitors may want to explore the surrounding area, which is truly worthy of exploring.

Seven kilometres away is Vilanova de Cerveira, a quant town located on the left bank of the Minho River. This historical town was founded by King Denis of Portugal in 1321, who ordered that a castle was built. This momentous building still dominates the town, attracting hordes of visitors throughout the year. Since 1978 the international biennial of art has taken place each year in Vilanova de Cerveira, drawing an annual stream of art enthusiasts from around Europe and beyond.

Not far from Vilanova de Cerveira, where the river meets the sea, long sandy beaches can be found and are just crying out to be explored.

A week’s stay at Quinta do Espinheirinho starts from £695 and rises to £2915 in peak season. Smaller parties can let the villa from just £595 a week.