| "Além Do Mar", a restored traditional house offering self catering accommodation in a comfortable rustic barn conversion for guests and use of a pool. Amongst olive groves, hills in a typical village. |
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| Total floor size of 54 m² |
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| PHOTOS (move your mouse over or click the thumbnails to view the image above) |
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Our house and guest barn conversion is in an area known as one of the last undiscovered places in Europe. Famous for its goat breeding, the valley of Vale do Cobrão has pleasing slopes and terraces with olive, pine and eucalyptus and Portuguese oak, criss-crossed with paths.
Vale do Cobrão enjoys mild winters as well as lots of sun.
Ideal for walking in the local hills of the Serra das Talhadas on public footpaths, painting, fishing, photography, bird watching or just plain relaxing!
Tucked away in a pretty, working, village, surrounded in the traditions of Portuguese country living changed little by the modern world, Jenny and Colin offer a warm welcome.
Enjoy a tranquil holiday in beautiful rural Portugal with lots of sun, peaceful surroundings and fresh local produce.
Since September 2006, Alem do Mar is at the heart of the UNESCO "Geopark Naturtejo" the first in Portugal and part of a worldwide net of sites of important geological, archaeological,ecological, historic and cultural areas. |
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| Lowest Daily Price: |
35 EUR |
Highest Daily Price: |
55 EUR |
| Lowest Weekly Price: |
250 EUR |
Highest Weekly Price: |
350 EUR |
| Charging Method: |
Per person |
| Payment Types: |
Cash, Cheque |
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We are also approximately 3 hours from Porto.
Beautiful walks for all abilities in and around the valley using public footpaths with spectacular views and excellent bird watching, photography opportunities. Many easy paths, suitable also for off road cycling. Good and inexpensive bars and restaurants within 30 kms, traditional Portuguese, Brazilian and Italian.
Enjoy a picnic at Portas de Almourao whilst watching the Griffon Vultures fly effortlessly over the hills and down the valleys.
Local fishing with the storks and herons in the River Ocreaza at Foz de Cobrão (3 kms) or Portugal’s main river, Rio Tejo (10 kms). Two Mountain bikes for hire. €7 per bike per day. Three river beaches within easy reach. Visit Castelo Branco, the principal city of the Beira Baixa. A bustling city with a mix of cafes, restaurants and designer/handicraft shops, at the foot of a hill where one can explore the old city and remains of a castle. Have fun at the beautifully designed modern open air public swimming pool. |
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| Address:
57 Rua Principal, Castelo Branco 6030-163, Portugal |
| Nearest Bus / Tramway: Vila Velha de Rodao - 10 Kilometers |
| Nearest Airport: Lisbon - 200 Kilometers |
| Accommodation located in
village, countryside, rural, mountainside, near restaurants & bars, near cultural interest, near historical interest, near ski area, near fishing area ! |
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The property is designed primarily for and priced based on 2 adults per week.
Children 5 – 16 years, 20% of adult price. Under 5’s free. Single adult occupancy - 40% discount. Up to two additional adults in a party with full paying guests may stay in the second bedroom which is attached to Bed-Sitting room. Supplements per person per week are Low €40 Mid €50 High €60.
Access to kitchen and bathroom from second bedroom is via the Bed-Sitting room.
Booking deposit is €35 per person with balance payable one month before arrival date.
Minimum stay : Low season 2 nights Mid & High 5 nights. Bed linen and towels provided - except beach towels. Guide dogs are welcomed. Baby sitting service if required. |
| # of Units: |
1 ... and each unit includes: |
| Bedrooms: |
2 |
Bathrooms:: |
1 |
| Single beds: |
4 |
Double beds: |
0 |
| Baby cots: |
1 |
Single sofa beds: |
0 |
Double sofa beds: |
1 |
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Barbecue |
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Disabled Facilities |
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Sauna |
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City View |
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Lift / Elevator |
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Spa / Jacuzzi |
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Sea View |
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Parking |
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Swimming Pool |
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Tennis Court |
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Private Beach |
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Garden |
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Balcony |
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Terrace |
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American Kitchen |
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Fridge & Freezer |
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Oven |
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Microwave |
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Dish Washer |
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Crockery & Utensils |
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Sofa Bed |
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Fireplace |
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Table & Chairs |
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Bath |
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Shower |
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Hair Dryer |
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Towels |
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Internet Dial Up |
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Internet Broadband |
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Cable/Satelite TV |
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Stereo/Radio System |
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DVD Player |
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DVD/Music Collection |
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Library |
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Telephone |
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Fax |
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Washing Machine |
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Safe |
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Ironing Board |
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Work Desk |
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Bikes |
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Bed Sheets |
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Central Heating |
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Air Conditioning |
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Pets Welcome |
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Tours & Excursions |
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Local Transportation |
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Local Guides |
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Butler Service |
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House Chef |
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24h Concierge |
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Daily Cleaning |
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| We speak:
German, Portuguese, French, English |
| Welcome Pack: Welcome pack, fresh milk, tea, coffee, bread, butter, cheese, cereal of choice & bottle of wine. |
| Self catering accommodation |
Guestbook: "'The Barn' is the perfect comfortable and well equipped place to start exploring. This is perhaps the holiday we have most enjoyed, the whole region being so completely unspoilt. There are endless villages and walks to explore, the local food is excellent and the people are friendly and welcoming. There is something very healthy in coming to a place and feeling safe." - Angela, Alberto, Katie (11 yrs)& Liam (10 yrs)Dundas from Spain, 30.03.08.
"We visited 'Portas de Rodao -magnificent; 'Vale Mourao' - very nice; Foz do Cobrao" -nice; 'Alcantara' in Spain near Monfortinho - a must see and finally the 'Vale do Cobrao' surroundings with a very beautiful scenery. We hope to return soon." Jorge Sousa & Maria Jose from Porto, Easter 2008.
"Thank you ever so much for a wonderful holiday as usual. It was very fun and lovely." Lottie (11 yrs) came with her Mum and Dad from UK, 29.05.08
"It has been great to get away from the stress and hassle to this lovely area of Portugal with all the birds and flowers, peace and quite and wonderful scenery." Steve & Elaine from UK, May 2008
Nelson, Sandra & Daniella from Lisbon, June 2008 (We liked our relaxing week's holiday very much and the village and accommodation are very typical. The accommodation has everything to be comfortable. We liked Foz do Cobrao very much - the restaurant is very good. The suggestions in the visitors' guidebooks are very useful.) |
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