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Relaxing Cottage Getaway in Spacious Farmland

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Fornos de Algodres
  • Ponte Juncais River Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Linhares Castle
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Mondego Walkways
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Viseu (VSE)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Relaxing Cottage Getaway in Spacious Farmland


The farm is located at the edge of Serra da Estrela, the highest mountain in Portugal. It has two houses surrounded by several acres of land with Pine and Olive trees and the typical granite landscape of the region. The countryside is lovely, surrounded by small hills.

The space is ideal for walking, enjoying nature, breathing the fresh mountain air and birdwatching in the peace of the countryside. Perfect for families looking for a natural getaway.
The space
A flock of sheep grazes around the farm and the milk is used to produce the typical Queijo da Serra, one of the tastiest cheeses in the country.

Both houses are at the disposal of our guests, as well as our hammocks hung on the olive trees near the house. We also have a pateo with bbq and an old granite water tank, where you can bathe in the Summer.

The farm is near the picturesque village of Vila Ruiva, 10km from Fornos de Algodres and Gouveia (where paragliding is popular). Nearby there are some archaeologic sites, a rich nature with varied fauna and flora, walking trails and many typical villages with exquisite gastronomy. Some regional dishes include the typical Serra cheese, roast lamb, pork cooked on roof tiles, regional home made sausages and the delicious rye bread with olive oil. All this in the famous Dão wine region.
We are only 50km from the highest top of Portugal and 80km from the border with Spain.

Other things to note
The internet connection is a bit weak at times due to thick granite walls. When the sheep are at the farm, they are accompanied by three regional shepard dogs that guard them and they bark some times (but don't worry, they are very sweet). The road that leads to the farm is a dirtroad.

License number
144110/AL

Property manager

Tomas Albuquerque

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Seniors-only community.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 144110/AL

About the area

Fornos de Algodres

Located in Fornos de Algodres, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Abel Manta Municipal Museum of Modern Art and Toy Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Castro De Santiago and Ski Parque. Travelling with kids? Consider Live Beach, or check out an event or a game at Municipal Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fornos de Algodres

What's nearby

  • Ponte Juncais River Beach - 10 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Linhares Castle - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Castro De Santiago - 18 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Mondego Walkways - 33 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Ski resort of Serra da Estrela - 50 min drive - 49.6 km

Getting around

  • Gouveia Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Porta 7 - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪O Albertino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Café Mimoso - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante A. B. M. em Gouveia - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Flor do Rio - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Cottage Getaway in Spacious Farmland pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxing Cottage Getaway in Spacious Farmland?

Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Cottage Getaway in Spacious Farmland?

Checkout is at 4:00 PM.

Where is Relaxing Cottage Getaway in Spacious Farmland located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ponte Juncais River Beach, Lopes da Costa Park and Abel Manta Municipal Museum of Modern Art. Linhares Castle and Castro De Santiago are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rik M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

period style house in wildlife abundant setting

Above all else we loved the location and the abundance of wildlife. Cuckoos, nightingales, hoopoe, tree creeper, little owl and many more birds were calling to a backdrop of frogs and crickets. There was almost no human generated noise most of the time. The house was as shown in the photos, with lots of character furniture. Everything was clean, and the kitchen, though in keeping with the rest of the house (ie not modern), was clean and had all the utensils etc needed for cooking. Unlike most holiday homes, all the kitchen items (plates, cutlery, saucepans etc) were spotless. Tomas was an excellent host, easy to communicate with (by email, Vrbo app and phone), friendly, and spoke excellent English. He dealt with some minor issues extremely quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Tomas Albuquerque

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Languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese