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What is Roxoseco rural?

Roxoseco rural is a premium rural retreat in Trabada (Lugo, Galicia), built from the careful rehabilitation of an abandoned rural hamlet.

We combine restored traditional stone architecture with contemporary design, professional-grade technology and deep natural surroundings — creating a place to live well, work well and slow down, without giving anything up. We call it a Smart Hamlet.

What is the story behind it — an abandoned rural hamlet?

Yes. Roxoseco rural began with the careful restoration of traditional stone buildings abandoned for decades in the Mariña Lucense.

Rather than build new, the project focused entirely on rehabilitating existing heritage — preserving original architecture, stone walls and proportions while completely transforming the interiors for contemporary comfort, energy efficiency and smart living.

The rural hamlet is now in its final construction phase and will open in summer 2026.

Who is Roxoseco rural for?

We've designed the experience around five types of guest:

  • Remote workers & digital nomads who need reliable connectivity, a real coworking space and a comfortable long-term base.

  • Premium couples seeking design, gastronomy and genuine disconnection.

  • Corporate workations and retreats — small teams of 2 to 6, or exclusive whole-hamlet hire.

  • Eco-conscious travellers who want sustainability to be measurable, not decorative.

  • Food and culture enthusiasts drawn to authentic Galician gastronomy.

Where exactly is Roxoseco rural?

We are in Trabada, Lugo (Galicia, Spain), in the heart of the Mariña Lucense — part of the Oscos-Eo UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, one of the most pristine natural areas in northwest Spain.

The hamlet is completely surrounded by nature, private woodland and real silence.

The Cantabrian Sea, the Eo estuary and several cultural sites are within easy reach by car.

How do I get to Roxoseco rural?

Best reached by car.

Nearest airports ordered by distance:

  • Asturias OVD 118 km

  • A Coruña LCG 144 km

  • Santiago SCQ 155 km

  • Porto OPO 370 km

  • Bilbao BIO 424 km

  • Madrid MAD 545 km.

Detailed arrival instructions and GPS coordinates are sent with every booking confirmation. We are happy to help with car hire or transfer recommendations — just ask when you contact us.

What does 'Smart Hamlet' mean?

A fully autonomous, technology-enabled hamlet where every system works quietly in the background.

Smart electronic keys (no check-in desk, no set hours), a guest WebApp for all services, AI-powered 24/7 support, home automation in each apartment, professional-grade internet with redundancy and an environmental monitoring dashboard.

The technology is invisible by design — you feel the benefit without seeing the machinery.

When does Roxoseco rural open?

We are in the final phase of rehabilitation and plan to open in summer 2026. Apartments will become available gradually as each unit is completed — we expect to have confirmed dates in June.

In the meantime, pre-launch expressions of interest are very welcome. Use the Get in Touch form below and we'll be in touch as soon as bookings open.

Can I book now?

We are not yet taking reservations. Availability and rates will be published no earlier than June 2026.

In the meantime, you are very welcome to register your interest using the Get in Touch form below — we will contact you directly when bookings open, and early expressions of interest receive priority access to dates and units.

How many apartments are there?

Roxoseco rural opens with 5 apartments across three categories — Standard, Comfort and Premium — releasing gradually as each unit is completed. All have full kitchens, private outdoor space and are designed for stays of one week or longer.

What are the prices?

Rates will be published in June 2026. Pricing is structured by category and season, with best value in autumn, winter and spring. Meaningful long-stay discounts apply — the longer you stay outside of summer, the more you save. Get in touch to be notified when rates go live.

Are there discounts for longer stays?

Yes. Savings begin from 7 nights and increase at the two-week and one-month marks. Discounts apply outside July and August. Full details will be published with rates in June.

Can I book directly?

Yes, and we actively encourage it.

Direct bookings always carry the best available rate and the most personal service.

For longer stays, group bookings or tailored enquiries, use the Get in Touch form below.

What is included in every apartment?

  • Smart electronic key — arrive at any hour

  • Underfloor heating and aerothermal climate system

  • Fireplace or wood-burning stove

  • Fibre broadband and secure Wi-Fi

  • Fully equipped kitchen (hob, oven, washing machine)

  • Bathroom amenities — towels, toiletries and hairdryer provided

  • Private terrace or outdoor space

  • Premium bedding and linens

  • Guest WebApp — your digital key to everything: services, local information and 24/7 AI-powered support

What shared facilities does Roxoseco rural have?

Beyond each private apartment, guests have access to a full range of shared facilities:

  • Coworking space — dedicated workstations, high-speed connectivity and video-conferencing infrastructure

  • Gym — fully equipped for daily training

  • Laundry — shared laundry facilities for longer stays

  • Km0 minimarket — open 24/7, stocked with local Galician products, wine, bread and seasonal specialities

  • Parrilla service — wood-fired grilling experiences led by an authorised Roxoseco parrillero

  • Guest WebApp with all services

Is there a minimum stay?

2 nights minimum. That said, Roxoseco rural is designed for longer stays — the rhythm, the discounts and the depth of the experience all reward a visit of one week or more. Most guests stay between one and eight weeks.

Are pets welcome?

Pets are very welcome at Roxoseco rural.

For animals other than dogs or cats, get in touch and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

Roxoseco rural sits within the Oscos-Eo UNESCO Biosphere Reserve — a living natural landscape with native wildlife. Local farms in the area are home to farm animals and guardian dogs such as the Mastín Gallego. Pets must be kept supervised at all times, at owners' risk.

Is parking available?

Yes — private on-site parking is included at no extra cost.

What does check-in look like?

Fully autonomous.

Your smart electronic key is linked to your booking — arrive at any hour with no queues and no front desk.

AI-powered support is available around the clock through the guest WebApp.

What does the coworking space include?

  • Dedicated workstations with high-speed access

  • Cybersecure network

  • Video-conferencing infrastructure

Available to all guests at no additional cost.

Is Roxoseco suitable for corporate workations and retreats?

Yes. Small teams of 2 to 6 can book multiple apartments and use the coworking space as a private off-site. We can help shape the experience:

  • working sessions

  • group gastronomy

  • nature activities

Contact us for a tailored proposal.

Can I book the whole hamlet for a group or corporate retreat?

Yes — exclusive whole-hamlet hire is available.

All five apartments, shared spaces and coworking infrastructure reserved privately for your team.

Ideal for workations, off-sites, creative retreats and celebrations.

Contact us directly for availability and a tailored proposal.

Is there food service on-site?

Every apartment has a fully equipped kitchen for self-catering, and a 24/7 km0 minimarket stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, wine, bread and seasonal specialities is available to all guests.

We also offer a curated gastronomic programme — showcookings with local chefs, wine and product tastings, and guided visits to local producers.

Several excellent restaurants are within a short drive — we share our recommendations with every guest.

What food and gastronomy experiences are available?

  • Showcookings with local chefs and Galician recipes

  • Wine and spirits tastings

  • Guided visits to local producers

  • Parrilla experiences — wood-fired grilling sessions led by an authorised Roxoseco parrillero

  • Km0 minimarket available 24/7

Sessions will be bookable through the guest WebApp.

What does Roxoseco rural do for sustainability?

  • Energy systems: aerothermal heat pump, solar panels and underfloor heating in every apartment for low-impact comfort year-round

  • Smart AI-enabled management: connected sensors monitor water, electricity, heating and environmental conditions in real time — optimising guest experience and sustainability performance autonomously 24/7

  • Rehabilitation over construction: restored abandoned rural buildings, no new land used, traditional architecture preserved

  • Local supply chain: all food from km0 producers

  • Environmental transparency: real-time data visible in the guest WebApp

  • Native reforestation: woodland managed with native species

  • Carbon-negative target overall.

How does Roxoseco support the local community?

By rehabilitating abandoned rural buildings, sourcing exclusively from local producers, creating year-round employment in a low-density area and attracting guests who engage genuinely with the culture.

Roxoseco rural contributes to the vitality of Trabada, the Mariña Lucense and the Oscos-Eo Biosphere Reserve.

Is the internet reliable enough to work remotely?

Yes — high-speed fibre broadband with a backup connection in every apartment.

The coworking space adds a cybersecure network, dedicated workstations and video-conferencing infrastructure.

Remote work is one of the reasons Roxoseco rural exists.

Still have questions?

Our AI assistant is available 24/7 and can answer in detail — just ask. For anything else, use the Get in Touch form below and we'll respond personally.

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Vilaformán 27767 Trabada, Lugo

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Vilaformán 27767 Trabada, Lugo

By ruralife

Vilaformán 27767 Trabada, Lugo

By ruralife

Vilaformán 27767 Trabada, Lugo