The cellars have always been key spaces for the production and storage of wine, as well as for the conservation of farming tools. At Covas, our cellar is separate from the main house, reflecting the richness and importance of wine production on the estate. Before entering, we find the antebodega area, with benches originally made of stone (now restored in wood). This was a meeting place where the owners of the house would picnic in summer and where neighbors would gather during the grape harvest, a communal activity that reflected the strong Galician collective spirit. At the entrance, you can see old barrels for storing wine and a small forge where metal was worked. In this space, the metal was heated in the embers, molded on the anvil (of which only the wooden base remains) and cooled in water to harden it.

The Covas cellar is much more than a storage place; it is a testimony of tradition, history and community, a space where time seems to have stopped to preserve the soul of the Ribeira Sacra.

In front of the main facade of the house, the chapel of Covas stands as a symbol of its spiritual past. Its entrance is preceded by a majestic wisteria tree, which every spring is filled with flowers in shades of lilac and pink, creating a magical and evocative landscape.
Built in the 18th century, the chapel was used both by the families who lived in the house and by the older friars, who came from a monastery in Ourense to retire in Covas. Here, they dedicated their time to prayer and to the administration of the tithes of the neighboring farms. Over time, the farm-village grew and became a self-sufficient parish.
Currently, the chapel is undergoing a restoration project to recover its original splendor. Its presence, together with the serenity of the surroundings, makes Covas a place where peace and history intertwine in perfect harmony.

In Covas there is a Roman bridge that, over the centuries, has stood the test of time as a witness to the history of the valley. Its structure, imposing and functional, allowed for generations the passage of travelers, traders and inhabitants of the area, integrating into the natural landscape and the daily life of the farm.

One of its most unique and enigmatic elements is the medieval cross that presides over it, a symbol of protection and spirituality. At its base, Latin inscriptions from 1729 are preserved, where this valley is mentioned as "the Paradise of Covas", a reflection of the admiration and devotion that its inhabitants felt for the natural and cultural wealth of the place.

This bridge is not only an architectural jewel, but also a link with the past, a reminder of the importance of Covas as a historical enclave in the Ribeira Sacra. To walk over its stones is to travel through centuries of history, in an environment where tradition and nature intertwine in perfect harmony.

Facing the front of the house, the centenary orchard of Covas extends over 2,000 m², a space that in its time was considered the best in the province of Lugo. Located in a privileged area of the valley, where the sun is exploited to the maximum, this orchard was designed by the friars after careful studies to ensure exceptional harvests.

Today, this corner is still alive, offering a unique experience for those who wish to connect with the land, the agricultural tradition and the natural cycle of crops. Its history, linked to ancestral wisdom and respect for nature, makes it a symbol of the balance between past, present and sustainability in Covas.

In Covas, the hydraulic mills were a key element in the daily life of the people, providing flour and other essential products to the community. Moved by the power of the water of the Toldao River, these mills transformed grain into food, ensuring the livelihood of the families living in the area. In addition to their productive function, the mills were meeting places, where neighbors shared stories while waiting their turn. Today, some of these mills have been restored, allowing visitors to discover their original mechanism and relive the importance they had in the history of Covas.

These mills not only reflect the ingenuity of times past, but also the spirit of community work that characterized rural life in Galicia.

In Covas, the hórreo, the threshing floor and the hayloft are part of the valuable agricultural legacy that has endured over the centuries, reflecting life and work in the Galician countryside.

The Hórreo - Built on stone pillars, it was used to store and protect grain and other foodstuffs, keeping them safe from humidity and animals. It is a symbol of Galician rural heritage, reflecting the self-sufficiency of the farm.

La Era - Open and sunny space where the grain was threshed, separating the cereal from the straw. In the past, it was a place of work, but also a meeting and celebration place during the harvests.

El Pajar - Used to store dry straw, essential for feeding livestock and for construction. Its design and location ensured optimal preservation of fodder throughout the year.
These three elements, essential to rural life in Galicia, still stand in Covas as witnesses to the history, effort and connection to the land that have marked the identity of the place.