Portalegre region Vacation Rental cottage: Besteiros de Cima

Beautiful cottage in heart of Sao Mamede Natural Park surrounded by nature

Portalegre region cottage rental - The Cottage
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Description Cottage,
3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, 1 Bathroom
Amenities mountain, rural, private pool, daily maid service, garden, terrace
Rates per property
Must pay in British Pounds
£400/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$656/week 
Sarah Lawson
Speaks: English, Spanish, Russian
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Photos and Description of the Portalegre region vacation cottage rental 2 Bedroom + bed settee in living room, sleeps up to 6.

In the heart of the Sao Mamede Natural Park surrounded by cork, pine and eucalyptus forest and over 2 acres of fully organic land with 220 olive trees, various fruit trees and an organic vegetable garden. A beautiful fully converted using natural products 150 year old cart makers cottage with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and an additional bed-settee if necessary in the living area. Over 200 species of birds including Golden Eagle, many areas for relaxing, a refreshing and welcoming swimming pool, totally private and peaceful with only the sounds of goat and sheep bells and the surrounding wildlife. 1km from a very friendly hamlet with bar/restaurant/cafe with English speaking lady bar owner.
Portalegre region cottage rental - The Cottage

The Cottage
Portalegre region cottage rental - The living and dining area

The living and dining area
Portalegre region cottage rental - 2 double beds and patio doors leading to pool

2 double beds and patio doors leading to pool
Portalegre region cottage rental - The welcoming and private swimming pool

The welcoming and private swimming pool

Location: Portugal

Nearest Airport: Lisbon at 200 Kilometres
Nearest Train: Portalegre at 22 Kilometres
Nearest Motorway: IP2 at 22 Kilometres
Nearest Barpub: In the village at 1 Kilometres
Nearest Restaurant: In the village at 1 Kilometres
Car: recommended
1km by private vehicle accessible forest track from the tiny and very friendly hamlet of Besteiros de Cima with daily village deliveries of bread, freshwater fish, cakes and mobile shop and an English speaking bar/restaurant/cafe serving delicious home cooked food and homemade organic wine as well as international and national brands. Mountain bikes available to explore the surrounding forest as well as detailed walking routes and optional guided walks available to beautiful medieval villages and ancient stone age sites. A local watercolour artist gives optional painting lessons from beginner to advanced in the cottages gardens or overlooking the swimming pool. Optional Full English Afternoon Tea and packed lunches available, delicious organic breakfasts provided each morning. BBQ with all fuel provided, perfect to watch the sunset each evening.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Portalegre region, Portugal

Rental Basis:
per property
Rental rates quoted in:
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Rental Rates
Dates Rates
Name of Period Begins Ends Weekly Week
Night		 Weekend Weekend
Night		 Extra
Night		 Monthly Minimum Stay
Nov 1, 2009 - Feb 18, 2010 £400 - - - - - 1 Week
all year Feb 19, 2010 - Nov 30, 2011 £400 - - - - - 1 Week

Payment is usually accepted in the quoted currency (British Pounds) unless the currency and the amount is specifically agreed in advance with the owner / advertiser.

Additional information about rental rates

  • Breakfast included in this rate, £100 secures the booking and dates requested.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Portalegre region, Portugal

Property Type:
  • cottage (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
  • bed & breakfast
Location Type:
  • mountain
  • rural
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • historic
General:
  • activities guide
  • firewood
  • local activities guide
  • local maps
  • restaurant dining guide
  • toilet paper
  • linens provided
  • daily maid service
  • towels provided
Kitchen:
  • cooking utensils
  • 2 ring stove
  • kitchenette
  • refrigerator
  • freezer
  • blender
  • spices
Living Room:
  • fireplace
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 6 people
Dining:
  • child's highchair
  • dining area
  • seating for 6 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower
    Bathroom 2 - Outdoor Shower, by swimming pool
  • Beautiful bathroom with unlimited hot water
Bedrooms:
  • 3 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 6 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 2 Queen
    Bedroom 2 - bunk bed
    Bedroom 3 - 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon, in living area
  • 1 large bedroom with 2 double beds both with orthopaedic mattresses and patio doors leading to the swimming pool. Separate bunk bed room again with orthopaedic mattresses and seperate living area with 2 settees one of which is a bed settee if necessary
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • TV
  • stereo system
  • CD
  • books
  • books adult
  • games adults
  • games kids
  • music library
  • video library
Outside:
  • outdoor grill charcoal
  • parking off street
  • patio stone/concrete
  • porch/lanai
  • unscreened porch/lanai
  • bike
  • garden
  • terrace
  • balcony
  • barbecue
  • parking
  • 6 garden chairs
  • 6 beach chairs
  • 6 bicycles
Swimming Pools:
  • outdoor pool
  • private pool
Suitability:
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • long term renters welcome
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • pets considered
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • cycling
  • fishing
  • mountain biking
  • mountaineering
Onsite Services:
  • housekeeper optional
Onsite Equipment:
  • backpack
  • beach towels
  • binoculars
  • telescope
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • autumn foliage
  • churches
  • eco tourism
  • forests
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • hiking
  • mountain climbing
  • sight seeing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
  • winery tours
Notes: Mountain bikes available, guided walks available, full English afternoon tea available, fully organic delicious breakfast provided each morning at a time of YOUR choosing. Local artist available to give private watercolour lessons, bird enthusiast available for optional guided birdwatching. Or simply relax by the swimming pool and listen to the sounds of nature and goat and sheep bells.

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Portalegre region, Portugal

Walking in Sao Mamede: Walking in Sao Mamede: At the Casa we provide maps and detailed route notes for 9 walks. They are graded easy to moderate and range in distance from 7 to 14 kms. The walks take you along cobbled medieval and Roman roads, through wooded areas of cork oak and chestnut to rocky ridges with views that go on for ever. Vineyards and olive groves line the routes and in spring the profusion of coloured wild flowers carpet the countryside. Some of the walks take you through Marvao and Castelo de Vide which are among Portugal's prettiest medieval villages. The climate is great for walking with the exception of July and August, even in winter there are many sunny days which are just perfect for hiking. Few tourists and walkers have discovered this beautiful, secluded and unspoilt area of Portugal making it a perfect place for a relaxing walking holiday. Other Activities: We provide maps and detailed route notes for 9 walks, and we provide guided walks too!

Tired of cooking?: From 2010 we provide optional evening meals, including vegetarian meals (making a welcome change from omlettes, the only vegetarian option available in local restaurants) All our vegetables and salads are fully organic from our organic garden.

Other Activities: birdwatching, guided walks

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Portalegre region, Portugal

Rating
5 out of 5

Sarah's Haven

Sal & Jen Yorkshire
Review Submitted: October 16, 2009 Date of Stay: September 2009
We woke on our first morning to beautiful blue skies, peaceful wooded landscape and the approaching sound of tinkling bells as a neighbouring shepherd guided his goats through the forest. Sarah greeted us as she brought our sumptuous breakfast to the poolside table. Each day brought new variations on breakfast - griddle scones, Welsh cakes, Spanish omelette, fresh fruit fool, fresh laid eggs - to supplement the fresh fruit salad, breads, home made jams.
Sarah was the perfect hostess - a gentle prescence - who was always sensitive to our needs, introducing us to the local community, taking us to visit places of interest and generally immersing us in the local culture (some of it quite colourful).
Speaking of immersion, we made good use of the lovely pool. I swam for the first time in years. My sister swam every day - good therapy for her arthritis.
There was lots of birdlife; we saw eagles, hoopoes, vultures, cattle egrets, as well as the small songbirds in the olive trees round the pool.
We walked in the forest with the heady smell of eucalyptus all around.
Best of all was getting to know Sarah, her partner Vladimir and lovely baby girl. The dog, Jem, the chickens and the pigs came a close second.
We are already planning our next visit.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 2/2
Rating
5 out of 5

beautiful peaceful retreat

aazp Bideford devon uk
Review Submitted: August 18, 2009 Date of Stay: August 2009
My family and I had such a wonderful time here. The property is such a break from everyday life. We arrived to friendly greetings from the owners and even a lovely bottle of local wine! We were constantly amazed by the effort put in by the owners to make our stay comfortable and enjoyable. The breakfast was amazing and the kids had such a great time in the pool. Will definately be returning and recommending to friends. Couldnt rate the overall experience higher, thank you.
Owner's Response: Thank you all for your lovely review. I look forward to seeing you whenever you need a relaxing break in the forest.. or some sunshine.. or a swimming pool.. or some more breakfast.. see you soon!
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 5/5
Rating
5 out of 5

our best honeymoon yet!

Ceris Edinburgh, UK
Review Submitted: May 27, 2009 Date of Stay: April 2009
We had a second honeymoon staying at Casa dos Sonhos, and this was so much better than the fancy hotel of our first one!
The old cottage has so much character, and the whole place had all the ideal elements for us: beautiful peaceful gardens equipped with hammocks, fresh fruit and olive oil from the trees, friendly animals, pool and BBQ, miles of eucalyptus woodlands all around, and all done with an eco-friendly approach.
It was clean and well equipped with everything we needed to be self contained, and we were looked after by the perfect hosts - so warm and welcoming but always respecting our privacy, and full of knowledge about the area. They went out of their way to introduce us to locals and take us to beautiful places. The breakfasts were amazing, with homemade jams and eggs from the Casa dos Sonhos chickens. We were able to combine a really peaceful relaxing holiday reading and swimming in the pool, with lots of walks exploring the nearby forests and hills, testing out restaurants in both Portugal and just over the border in Spain, and visits to fascinating old towns and markets.
We would thoroughly recommend this location to anyone, particularly those who like to experience rural life. Would strongly recommend having a car whilst there, so be able to explore the surroundings properly, including visiting Spain.
Ceris and Jim
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 7/7
Rating
5 out of 5

A Place in the Sun

Padgate Warrington
Review Submitted: March 19, 2009 Date of Stay: September 2008
We stayed in September 2008 and it certainly was "A Place in the Sun" as we know that Sarah, the owner, bought the cottage with the help of the TV programme. The weather during our stay was cloudless for the entire visit. The location in the heart of the forest is stunning. It is so peaceful and relaxing. The cottage is full of character including a bread oven, a log burning stove and the original stone floors. From the large double bedroom there are french doors leading on to the pool area where Sarah served a very enjoyable daily breakfast which including her own produce. There are a wide variety of interesting walks from the cottage and we saw many species of birds, including eagles. When we were returning one evening we heard a noise ahead of us and to our amazement a wild boar shot across the track!!! There are several historic towns nearby such as Marvao, Alegrete and Castelle da Vide where little has changed over the years. We would highly recommend a visit to this area of Portugal.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 8/8
Rating
5 out of 5

lovely holiday

Embsay Skipton, North Yorkshire, England
Review Submitted: March 16, 2009 Date of Stay: October 2008
I stayed with my 3 children under 10years old and had a very peaceful time. There are lots of walks in among the oak trees collecting pine cones and then back for a swim in the private pool, sarah is always on hand to guide and feed you her homemade recipes which were wonderful. The BBQ was great with local produce from the supermarket, sat outside listening to all the different forest sounds. We will definately return.
Did you find this review helpful? Yes No Helpful votes: 8/8
 

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