Historic 16th century pazo with chapel and 3 hectares in A Cañiza

Historic pazo in A Cañiza, between Ribeira Sacra and Rías Baixas

This extraordinary property is located in A Cañiza, in the heart of the Paradanta region, just 74 km from Pontevedra and 51 km from Vigo. The Pazo de Cervellón stands as a living testimony to Galician history, with its origins documented at the end of the 16th century and its strategic role during the struggles against French incursions.

The architectural complex sits on 2.956 hectares (7.30 acres) of land that includes extensive estates with building potential, while the built surface reaches 1,012 m² distributed between the main pazo, the chapel, the hórreo and auxiliary constructions. The property has remained in the same family for generations, preserving intact its historic and stately character.

Surrounded by the Montes da Paradanta, which reach 1,000 meters in height, the pazo enjoys a privileged location with panoramic views of the Galician mountains and direct connection to Galicia's medieval history.

Defensive and stately architecture with unique elements

The pazo preserves all the architectural elements that make it a symbol of Galician defensive architecture. Its rectangular structure of stone masonry walls features on its façade two heraldic shields and a stone cartouche with historic inscription, testimony to its noble lineage.

Historic interiors with period furniture

Access to the pazo is through the impressive stone stairs that lead to a spacious hallway with high ceilings and original exposed wooden beams from the 16th century. The first floor houses 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, distributed through ample rooms that preserve antique furniture and pieces that convey the history of the property.

The stately halls stand out for their stone fireplaces, traditional wooden floors and large windows that provide natural light and views of the surrounding landscape. The equipped kitchen features a perfectly preserved traditional Galician lareira, with its original wooden bench and period utensils that recreate the atmosphere of a historic stately kitchen.

The ground floor functions as a basement with storage and cellar spaces, while the stone arches and original wooden doors maintain the constructive authenticity of the period.

Historic gardens and auxiliary constructions of heritage value

The pazo garden is framed by a fortified-style stone wall that guarantees privacy and security. Inside are distributed unique heritage elements: a traditional Galician hórreo of stonework and wood with its characteristic elevated stone columns, a carved stone cruceiro with stepped base, and a traditional water well.

The chapel strategically located next to the house has two entrances: one from the garden for the owners, and another from the outside that was formerly used by the townspeople. Its interior preserves an original carved wooden altarpiece and the structure features a bell tower with bell and decorative pinnacles.

Buy pazo in Ribeira Sacra, heritage and nature in Pontevedra

A Cañiza is part of the Paradanta region, an area that combines the best of Galician interior with excellent connectivity to the Rías Baixas. The municipality is strategically located between Vigo and Ourense, offering access to the Ribeira Sacra, declared a World Heritage candidate for its unique landscapes, terraced vineyards and concentration of Romanesque monasteries.

The area offers multiple natural attractions such as the Sanctuary of the Virgin of A Franqueira, the Peña de Francia waterfalls, the Montes da Paradanta with hiking trails, and the Termas Prexigueiro for relaxation and wellness. The proximity to Xurés-Gerês Natural Park, which extends toward the Portuguese border, provides access to native forests and landscapes of great ecological value.

The Ethnographic House Museum Pazo da Cruz in nearby Covelo, considered one of the most relevant in Galicia, and the historic Monastery of Melón complement the heritage richness of the area. Connectivity is excellent through the A-52 motorway and the N-120 road, with Vigo 45 minutes away, Pontevedra one hour away and Santiago de Compostela 90 minutes away.

This pazo represents a unique opportunity to inhabit an authentic historic legacy, with all the comforts of a stately home and the privilege of owning a heritage complex of incalculable value in a strategic location between the Rías Baixas and Ribeira Sacra.

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