Central Portugal Vacation Rental cottage: Vale do Cobrão

Restored rustic barn conversion

Central Portugal cottage rental - Your holiday home next to the pool
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Description Cottage, 90 m²,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, 1 Bathroom
Amenities rural, village, private pool, garden, TV, DVD
Rates per property
Must pay in Euros
€35 - €50/night 
€200 - €350/week 
USD Conversion - Estimated
$53 - $75/night 
$301 - $527/week 
Jenny Coombes
Speaks: English, French, German, Portuguese
Contact the Owner

Photos and Description of the Central Portugal vacation cottage rental 2 bedroom to sleep 4/5. Self-catering

'Além Do Mar' is a restored rustic barn offering self catering accommodation for guests and use of a private swimming pool.
Central Portugal cottage rental - Your holiday home next to the pool

Your holiday home next to the pool
Central Portugal cottage rental - Your bed sitting room

Your bed sitting room
Central Portugal cottage rental - Drinks before dinner!

Drinks before dinner!
Central Portugal cottage rental - View looking away from the gorge at Vale Mourão

View looking away from the gorge at Vale Mourão
Central Portugal cottage rental - Além do Mar from the high ridge

Além do Mar from the high ridge
Central Portugal cottage rental - The kitchen dining room

The kitchen dining room
Central Portugal cottage rental
Central Portugal cottage rental - Relaxing at a river beach

Relaxing at a river beach

Location: Portugal

Nearest Airport: Lisbon at 200 Kilometres
Nearest Beach: beach at 8.0 Kilometres
Car: recommended
5km from A23, 10km to Vila Velha de Ródão and 30 km to Castelo Branco. Lovely walks in and around the valley using public footpaths with spectacular views and excellent bird watching, photography opportunities. Enjoy a picnic at Portas de Almourao whilst watching the Griffon Vultures fly effortlessly over the hills and down the valleys. You may see Booted Eagles hovering in search of food. Local fishing - licence required, 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. Five river beaches within easy reach. Castelo Branco, the principal city of the Beira Baixa, a bustling city with a mix of cafes, restaurants and designer/handicraft shops, where one can explore the old city and remains of a castle. Have fun at the beautifully designed modern open air public swimming pool at Castelo Branco (28 kms) which is open all day from mid June to mid September

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Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Central Portugal, Portugal

Rental Basis:
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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
October-December Oct 1, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009 €200 €35 - €35 - - 1 Night
January-April Jan 1, 2010 - Apr 30, 2010 €200 €35 - €35 - - 1 Night
May May 1, 2010 - May 31, 2010 €300 €50 - €50 - - 3 Nights
June-August Jun 1, 2010 - Aug 31, 2010 €350 €50 - €50 - - 3 Nights
September Sep 1, 2010 - Sep 30, 2011 €300 €50 - €50 - - 3 Nights

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

Additional information about rental rates

  • The property is designed primarily for and priced based on 2 adults per week with no charge for all accompanied children aged 16 and under.
    October to April : €200 (€35)
    May and September : €300 (€50)
    June to August : €350 (€50)
    Single adult occupancy - 40% discount.
    Supplement for additional adults in a party with full paying guests is €50 per 7 nights May-September, €35 per 7 nights October-April.
    €10 per night for shorter stays.
    Please note that access to kitchen and bathroom from second bedroom is via the Bed-Sitting room.
    Booking deposit is €35 per person. This deposit is refundable if your booking is cancelled more than four weeks before your planned arrival date.
    The balance is payable one month before arrival date.
    Bed linen and towels provided - except beach towels. Guide dogs are welcomed. Baby sitting service if required. For more pricing information please contact us via the enquiry panel at end of the advert.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Central Portugal, Portugal

Property Type:
  • cottage (detached)
Accommodation Type:
  • self-catering
Floor Area:
  • 90 m²
Location Type:
  • rural
  • village
Theme:
  • away from it all
  • activity
General:
  • linens provided
  • local maps
  • restaurant dining guide
  • toilet paper
  • towels provided
Kitchen:
  • toaster
  • cooking utensils
  • iron & board
  • 4 ring stove
  • refrigerator
  • oven
  • microwave
Living Room:
  • sofabed
  • comfy seating for 2 people
Dining:
  • dining area
  • seating for 5 people
Bathrooms:
  • 1 Bathroom
  • Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Shower, Bidet
  • Shower, bidet, toilet and wash basin.
Bedrooms:
  • 2 bedrooms, sleeps maximum of 5 people
  • Bedroom 1 - 2 Twin/ Single, 1 Sleep Sofa /Futon
    Bedroom 2 - 2 Twin/ Single, 1 Baby Crib
  • Bed sitting room (22 m/2) with twin beds and bed settee. Second bedroom with twin beds and cot for baby. Please see additional information in Rental Notes
Entertainment:
  • DVD
  • books adult
  • games kids
  • TV
  • radio
Outside:
  • garden
  • parking
  • 4 garden chairs
Swimming Pools:
  • private pool
Suitability:
  • pets not allowed
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • children welcome
  • non smoking only
  • long term renters welcome
Local Activities:
  • swimming
  • walking
  • fishing
  • mountain biking
Attractions:
  • ATM/bank
  • babysitting
  • churches
  • cinemas
  • eco tourism
  • fitness center
  • forests
  • library
  • museums
  • water parks
Leisure Activities:
  • bird watching
  • freshwater fishing
  • hiking
  • mountain climbing
Nearby Attraction / Facility:
  • coin laundry
  • restaurants
  • ruins
  • scenic drives
Nearby Services:
  • medical services

Further details for this vacation cottage rental in Central Portugal, Portugal

This is an area famous for its goat breeding, 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 and are available 24/7 to offer advice and resolve any problems. Enjoy a tranquil holiday in beautiful rural Portugal with lots of sun, peaceful surroundings and fresh local produce. Since 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.

We are well placed at a ‘gateway’ of a network of signed Schist trails and villages comprising of 24 traditionally built stone villages where you can discover the culture of the people. In selected villages handmade items made by craftsmen inspired by the people and culture of the heart of Portugal can be purchased. Comprehensive local information pack!

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