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Moncao cabin rental - Swimming pool with shallow area

Swimming pool with shallow area

Praia American in August

Praia American in August

Lodge bbq area under oak tree

Lodge bbq area under oak tree

Lodge Entrance

Lodge Entrance

River Swimming at the Bar

River Swimming at the Bar

Courtyard Suite~sleeps 2 Adults + 2 children

Courtyard Suite~sleeps 2 Adults + 2 children

Casita Gracinda~sleeps 6

Casita Gracinda~sleeps 6

Volley Ball

Volley Ball

Mountain river bordering the properties.

Mountain river bordering the properties.

The Swimming Pool

The Swimming Pool

Studio Suite Bedroom

Studio Suite Bedroom

River Picnic Area

River Picnic Area

River Bar

River Bar

Ping Pong

Ping Pong

Gardens

Gardens

Lodge Kitchenette

Lodge Kitchenette

Lodge Interior

Lodge Interior

Courtyard Suite Kitchen

Courtyard Suite Kitchen

Courtyard Suite Lounge

Courtyard Suite Lounge

Boule

Boule

Bar at the River

Bar at the River

Lodge

Lodge

Valley View

Valley View

  • Per week €504 - €714
USD Conversion (ESTIMATED)
Per week (USD) $648 - $919
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps5
  • 1 Bathroom

Photos and Description of the Moncao vacation cabin rental
Close to National Parks , Spanish Border , Superb Views over Mountain Valley

Welcome to Casa das Flores ,Family holidays in a beautiful environment and equally appreciated by couples looking for that 'Away from it All ~ Hideaway '.

Swimming Pool 12 metres by 6 metres with partially enclosed area of 90cm depth for beginners.

Accommodation is available in one of the 2 Lodges (sleeps 4 in Rancho Lodge and 5 in Açor Lodge), The converted stone barn Casita Graçinda with its open beam ceilings and downstairs `Den´ for the children (sleeps 6) , The 'Cottage' Courtyard Suite (sleeps 2 adult + 2 children ) ,The Studio (sleeps 2 adult + 1 child). All are nestled in three hectares of wooded hillside setting offering a magnificent panorama over the valleys and mountains towards Spain and the dramatic Portuguese Peneda Geres National Park. The gentle sound of the River Mouro at just 3 minutes stroll brings tranquility to the natural beauty of this Shangri~la. Birthday or Anniversary celebration while you are here? Personalised cake / party food arranged for you. Babysitting available.

Garden of Eden: This northern most province is considered the Portuguese garden of Eden, and provides wonderful opportunities for walking and exploring the ancient churches, tracks, villages and Celtic settlements. The Portuguese hospitality is second to none, and the summer months bring local fiestas and folklore, street dancing and singing, sardines 'A Brasa,' Serra cheese, pungent milho bread and lively 'vinho verde' wine. Simplicity of life amid beautiful surroundings. Local water sports and sandy beaches within 30 minutes drive.

CAR FERRY : Thinking of coming to stay for more than one week ? Bring your own car and save a lot of cash. BRITTANY FERRIES from Portsmouth and Plymouth to Santander or Bilbao in Spain . We can offer you discounts on longer bookings associated with Brittany Ferries ...Talk to us !!

FLIGHTS: We are situated equidistant to Oporto (Porto) airport in Portugal, or Santiago de Compostella airport in Spain. The A3 motorway in Portugal offers a fast, quiet and easily driven road direct to our accommodations.

OPORTO airport in Portugal on the A3 motorway is just 80 minutes drive on a very quiet road.

RYAN Airways offer very reasonable prices from Stansted EVERY DAY , also Liverpool and Dublin.

T.A.P / AIR PORTUGAL fly from Heathrow

EASYJET fly from Gatwick EVERY DAY

VUELING fly from LONDON / HEATHROW to VIGO airport in Spain at just 30 minutes drive from us.

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELLA airport in Spain is 80 minutes drive on the new motorway. IBERIAN AIR from Heathrow, or RYAN from Liverpool and Stansted.

FLYING FROM IRELAND ? Ryan fly from Dublin to Porto, & Aer Lingus fly from Dublin to Santiago de Compostella.

We will send you our suggested road routes with your booking receipt.

Local Bar & Beach. Horseriding. Kayak. Internet.: At just minutes walk through the pine there is a river beach ( Praia Fluvial )& during summer there is a café / bar serving ice~cream ,coffee , beer , light snacks etc. Here , many of the local children gather to compete with their diving skills , volley ball nets are adjacent to the beautiful weir , granite picnic table and bbq areas are set amidst the shady trees.

At fifteen minutes from our holiday accommodation is an Equestrian Centre offering Accompanied Excursions on Horseback & Beginners training in enclosed ring. Small pony available for youngsters.

Group Kayak / Canoeing is available on many of the rivers in the area.

Free Wireless Internet connection is available within the 'park' in the Local town of Monção.Most of the local towns have these Facilities.

Allthough the area and gastronomy is essentially traditional 'Portuguese' there are plenty of restaurants offering International food including Chinese,Italian,Brazilian.Many offer take-away food to order.

Details for CABIN 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, 1 Bathroom

Comfortable holiday accommodation in this Scandanavian Lodge sleeping 4 persons. Stunning views over the river mouro that can be heard gently passing through the pine forest below. A large covered balcony provides plenty of shade from the sun. Wisteria clambers over the adjacent granite paved terrace, and to the front of the lodge there is a huge granite picnic table with bbq under the aged oak tree. The RANCHO lodge provides 2 bedrooms , integral lounge / kitchenette , bathroom with shower , pantry. A Sofa settee is available in the AÇOR LODGE for a 'small child' (Extra Charge). Cot Available. Plenty of outdoor space within the 3 hectares of grounds.
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Moncao cabin rental - Swimming pool with shallow area

Swimming pool with shallow area

Praia American in August

Praia American in August

Lodge bbq area under oak tree

Lodge bbq area under oak tree

Lodge Entrance

Lodge Entrance

River Swimming at the Bar

River Swimming at the Bar

Courtyard Suite~sleeps 2 Adults + 2 children

Courtyard Suite~sleeps 2 Adults + 2 children

Casita Gracinda~sleeps 6

Casita Gracinda~sleeps 6

Volley Ball

Volley Ball

Mountain river bordering the properties.

Mountain river bordering the properties.

The Swimming Pool

The Swimming Pool

Studio Suite Bedroom

Studio Suite Bedroom

River Picnic Area

River Picnic Area

River Bar

River Bar

Ping Pong

Ping Pong

Gardens

Gardens

Lodge Kitchenette

Lodge Kitchenette

Lodge Interior

Lodge Interior

Courtyard Suite Kitchen

Courtyard Suite Kitchen

Courtyard Suite Lounge

Courtyard Suite Lounge

Boule

Boule

Bar at the River

Bar at the River

Lodge

Lodge

Valley View

Valley View

Nearest Ferry : Santander or Bilbao , Spain at 600 Kilometres
Nearest Train : Valença at 15 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway : A3 at 18 Kilometres
Nearest Barpub : Summer River Bar at 500 Metres
Nearest Golf : Mondariz at 20 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant : Pedro Macau Traditional Portuguese at 1 Kilometres
Car: necessary

The main town of Moncao is at 10 minutes drive. Here there are an abundance of restaurants and shops full~filling most needs. Restaurants vary from Portuguese traditional local cuisine , Brazilian 'fare' , Pizza , Chinese , etc . Locally there are restaurants / bars at most villages. …..And just over the river bridge at 10 minutes drive is Galicia / Spain . Here you can enjoy ' Spanish Tapas ' , local Galician dishes , and a wealth of Shellfish.

The Portuguese Peneda Geres National park is on our doorstep at just 20 minutes drive. Crystal clear streams run in the valleys , stunning scenery , its unlikely that during your climb to the summit you will encounter more than a dozen vehicles as the area is still largely undiscovered. At the summit of Castro Loboreiro there are 3 restaurants ………An excellent area to partake of the local Sunday cuisine. Within the park there are picnic areas with bbq and running water

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Changeover Day: flexible

Rental Rates for this vacation cabin rental in Moncao, Portugal

Rental Basis:
Per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Apr 8 2013 - Jun 14 2013
€504
1 Week
 
 
Jun 15 2013 - Aug 31 2013
€714
1 Week
 
 
Sep 1 2013 - Oct 26 2013
€630
1 Week
 

Notes

  • *Rental Rates are quoted in EUROS
    *Please contact us for STERLING RATES or divide by 1.2.
    *Reservations are confirmed on payment of £250.00 / 300 Euros per property / PER WEEK.
    *Early Ferry Reservations can be made with Brittany Ferries from September 2012 onward for as little as £25.00.
    *Bank Deposit or Internet Transfer.
    *Sorry Credit Cards not accepted.
  • ******* Click on MORE DETAILS in the Photos and Description Section for full details of Flights etc.
    FLIGHTS: We are situated equidistant to Oporto (Porto) airport in Portugal, or Santiago de Compostella airport in Spain. The A3 motorway in Portugal offers a fast, quiet and easily driven road direct to our accommodations.
    CAR FERRY : Thinking of coming to stay for more than one week ? Bring your own car and save a lot of cash! BRITTANY FERRIES from Portsmouth and Plymouth to Santander or Bilbao in Spain . We can offer you discounts on longer bookings associated with Brittany Ferries ...Talk to us !!
    *Early Ferry Reservations can be made with Brittany Ferries from September 2012 onward for as little as £25.00.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cabin rental in Moncao, Portugal

Property Type:
  • cabin (detached)
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Location Type:
  • Mountain
  • Near The Ocean
Theme:
  • Away From It All
  • Family
General:
  • Sunbed
  • Towels Provided
  • Linens Provided
  • Parking
Kitchen:
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Stove
Dining:
  • Dining Room
  • seating for 4 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom - toilet , shower
  • Bathroom Towels are provided, swimming pool towels can be provided at cost of £5.00 per person (order must be placed when booking).
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
  • Bedroom - 1 double
    Bedroom - 2 twin/ single , 1 baby crib , 1 sleep sofa /futon
  • 1 double, 1 Single with optional 2mt bunk over An extra bed can be provided on a sofa ~settee in the AÇOR Lodge for a 'small child'. (Extra Charge of £60.00/ 70 Euros ) Cot available.
Outside:
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Barbecue
  • 4 garden chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • unsuitable for elderly or infirm
  • non smoking only
  • pets not allowed
Pool / Spa:
  • Communal Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
Attractions:
  • ruins
  • playground
  • recreation center
  • library
  • churches
  • forests
  • restaurants
  • arboretum
  • museums
  • winery tours
Leisure Activities:
  • sight seeing
  • scenic drives
  • outlet shopping
  • horseback riding
  • walking
  • bird watching
  • paddle boating
  • eco tourism
Local Services & Businesses:
  • groceries
  • Babysitter
  • hospital
  • ATM/bank
  • fitness center
  • laundromat
  • medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • rafting
  • swimming
  • golf
  • hiking
  • freshwater fishing
  • fly fishing
  • tennis
Notes: No Nudity accepted. No pets accepted. Outdoor Swimming Pool from May to October for Residents Only.

Reviews for this vacation cabin rental in Moncao, Portugal

CABIN
average rating of 5.0 based on 9 reviews
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CABIN
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1463
Moncao Viana do Castelo (District)
London
5

If Shangri-la exists….this is it

5 of 5
Submitted: January 7, 2010 Stayed: August 2009
We love the simplicity and friendliness of this holiday property location. The kids absolutely adore the beautiful mountain river and of course the pool with its “beginners” area for our youngest. Lots of friends made on each visit.
The availability of horse riding is always a hit with our teen daughter , and the newly acquired pony was a good starter for our youngest
The mixture of woodland , terrace gardens , barbecue areas with plenty of shade is always appreciated & the surrounding countryside must be some of the most beautiful in Europe.
The new Summer bar with the river beach at just a stroll though the woods is an absolute treasure. The youngest enjoying safe paddling and the rest of us sitting under the torrent of water that falls from the weir, ice creams and coffee to follow.
It was good to see that Monçao has now free wireless Internet available in the square, again a hit with our teen daughter who had her laptop with her. The town itself has blossomed every year we have visited and with new continental restaurants opening we are lost for choice. On some days we chose a take-away meal to add to our barbecued meal back at the Cabin. The re~opening of the spa much appreciated, and relaxing for all of us !!
You must be the most knowledgeable hosts in the area. Your 16 years of stored Information and directions is always appreciated and you never fail to pull a few new goodies out of the bag each time we return.
“If Shangri-la exists….this is it” was a comment written by another family in 1996. Well we have now visited you for 3 times and we can certainly agree.
Looking forward to our visit to you once again this year. Just looking at flights now !
Thanks again
Recommended for:  Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Fantastic ! Looking forward to your return.
Happy New Year K&C
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
CABIN
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1463
Moncao Viana do Castelo (District)
5

Summer Holiday 2012

5 of 5
Submitted: September 16, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
We travelled up from Arganil on the Monday and had a wonderful second week in Moncao. With 3 children to entertain, all very different ages (13, 7 and 2), this was the perfect spot.They loved the pool and it was very well maintained by Keith each morning. The wall situated in the pool to divide the shallow and deep end made it a little restrictive for us older swimmers, but the kids didn't seem to mind.
The cabin was perfect for us and we found it clean and well stocked with kitchen paraphernalia. The rooms are a bit on the small side and the double bed probably wouldn't suit a couple over 5ft 9" but we were outside most of the time because of the lovely weather so it didn't really bother us. The kids only used their room to sleep in and so we were able to fit a travel cot inside aswell for our youngest.
It was great being able to walk to the river for swimming, both the private one and the more public one with a bar. We also ventured into the National Park which is beautiful and ended up at the Ponte Nova for a swim amongst the rocks. If you can get down to them this is highly recommended, just ask for directions at the Tourist Information desk at the National Park.
We were lucky enough to catch the local festival that celebrates the Virgin Mary which culminated in a fair and midnight fireworks. Eating out was very cheap and we sampled some of the restaurants recommened by Keith and Colleen.
Our Hosts were especially helpful and knowledgable about the area and culture. They were always welcoming and on hand to help and we were very touched to be invited for Pizza along with other residents on our last evening in Portugal.
It was all together a super holiday for us and we actually returned home feeling rested, which isn't always the way when holidaying with 3 children!
Helpful votes: 1/1
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CABIN
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1463
Moncao Viana do Castelo (District)
5

Charming place for family holidays

5 of 5
Submitted: September 15, 2011 Stayed: August 2011
We found the cottage very cosy and the aera is beautiful. Children enjoyed the pool and playing ping-pong. The hosts are charming and you can get fresh bred delivery every morning. We had a lovely stay, very peaceful and restful.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Owner's Response: Thank you , We hope yu enjoyed your continued holiday in France , we look forward to meeting you again.
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CABIN
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1463
Moncao Viana do Castelo (District)
5

Beautyful house in most charming rural setting

5 of 5
Submitted: August 14, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
Beautyful house, plenty of atmosphere, perfect pool for children all ages
Friendly and helpful hosts
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Thank you , we enjoyed your company. K,C & Chelsea!
business
CABIN
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p1463
Moncao Viana do Castelo (District)
5

Just what we wanted

5 of 5
Submitted: August 2, 2011 Stayed: July 2011
Keith and Colleen told us they've been renting properties on their beautiful plot of land dropping down from a quiet country lane to the crystal-clear river below for over 15 years - and it shows. From the well thought-out and carefully executed layout of the place to the discreet yet ready assistance and advice, it's obvious that the couple are old hands at providing quality rural accommodation and hospitality. My partner, our two kids of 9 and 7 and myself spent a wonderful few days in one of their lodges in late July. The weather was hot but not overpowering and the pool and nearby river swimming possibilities meant it was easy to cool off. There's plenty to see and do in the surrounding countryside and the local towns, while low-key, are great for wandering (Monçao and Vila Nova de Cerveira being our favourites), but it would have been very easy just to relax around the property. We would have no hesitation recommending the Potters' place to families like our own or people travelling without children who are looking for a true country break in this charmingly sleepy corner of northern Portugal.
Recommended for:  Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
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