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The Main House
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One of the Swimming Pools
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The Tapada do Falcão estate is situated in 130 acres of woodland and pastureland about 8km south of the town of Portalegre close to the São Mamede Natural Park and the Spanish border. The area is one of the most beautiful and unspoilt parts of Portugal and a haven for many of Europe’s rarest birds and animals. The property boasts 2 pools for the exclusive use of the guests, a tennis court, full size trampoline, tree-house, stunning views and wonderful gardens with numerous terraces for outdoor eating. It is perfect for single families, 2 or 3 families wanting to holiday together, or a group of friends or family wanting to share a special occasion such as a birthday party or wedding anniversary. For parties of up to 19 it may be let in conjunction with a cottage, Casa do Outeiro, which sleeps up to 5 (property ref. P211). Extra bed and breakfast accommodation is available locally for the really big bash!
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The Pool and grounds
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Sitting Room
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Rental periods |
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| 29 September - 21 December 2007 |
£1000 |
| 22 December 2007 - 4 January 2008 |
£2000 |
| 5 January - 21 March 2008 |
£1000 |
| 22 March - 4 April 2008 |
£1750 |
| 5 April - 23 May 2008 |
£1000 |
| 24 May - 4 July 2008 |
£1750 |
| 5 July - 29 August 2008 |
£2500 |
| 30 August - 3 October 2008 |
£1750 |
| 4 October - 19 December 2008 |
£1000 |
| 20 December 2008 - 2 January 2009 |
£2000 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK pounds.
Rental rates are for self catering accommodation only and include electricity, gas and water. Central heating, if required, is charged per day. Maid service can usually be arranged on request for an additional charge paid locally. An additional charge of £60 per rental to cover cleaning costs at the start and end of the rental period is payable at the time of booking. Short stays may be available on request.
Changeover day
Saturday. May be possible on other days off season. Check with owners.
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| Bedrooms: |
3 double bedrooms (2 with en-suite facilities).
1 twin bedroom.
1 large single bedroom, able to accommodate extra single bed.
2 single bedrooms.
1 bunk bedroom. |
| Bathrooms: |
2 en-suite bathrooms to double bedrooms.
1 bathroom and 2 shower rooms in addition to the ensuite bath/shower rooms. |
| Kitchen: |
Large kitchen with oven range, dishwasher, fridge, expresso coffee machine. |
| Utility Room: |
Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, large American style fridge/freezer with ice-maker. |
| Living Rooms: |
Large sitting room with stereo system (radio/cassette/CD), TV (digital satellite and terrestrial Portuguese and Spanish channels), VCR, open fire, grand piano and extensive library of English books.
Large dining hall with 2 open fires. |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
Sheets and bath towels are included but guests must bring their own pool towels. |
Notes on accommodation
Central heating available for additional daily charge, payable locally. Free logs for fires. Cots and high chair are available for no extra charge.
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| hob/stove |
oven |
fridge/freezer |
fridge |
| microwave |
dishwasher |
washing machine |
tumble dryer |
| iron/ironing board |
satellite tv |
tv |
central heating |
| cot |
high chair |
barbecue |
private pool (for sole use of guests) |
Outside
The house is situated in 130 acres, much of which is wild, with eucalyptus, cork oaks and pine trees in abundance. Indigenous shrubs and flowers flourish in their natural state and the landscape features extensive granite outcrops. There is a large area of more formal lawn and garden to the rear of the house, approached via the terrace from which are wonderful views towards the hills of the Natural Park and the medieval village of Alegrete. The house has 2 pools: the original 8m pool is the central feature in a walled garden close to the house and is unusual in that it has terracotta tiles and not blue, on the bottom. The larger 14m pool is 80m away from the main house surrounded by lawns and terrace. There is ample pool furniture and umbrellas for this pool and a changing room and shower/wc adjacent. There is also a relatively new tennis court with bang board and a large tree house and full sized trampoline. A 6 hectare vineyard was planted in 2000.
Travel
The nearest airport is Lisbon. The drive from the airport is relatively straightforward and mainly on empty motorways. It will take around 2 hours.
Alternatively it is possible to take the ferry from the UK to Santander or Bilbao and drive, which takes approximately 8/9 hours.
Car hire is essential.
Further details
We have 5 adult mountain bikes available for hire plus a variety of children’s bikes. We also have some tennis racquets available for hire if you do not want to bring your own.
Generally you should come to the area if you want to step back in time and discover a totally unspoilt rural way of life. There are walks to be taken through beautiful scenery with some of Europe’s rarest birds and animals to be glimpsed. There are many castles and historic sights to be seen and some good shopping to be done in the larger towns and over the border in Spain.
The caretaker and his wife and son live in a cottage on the estate. He is on hand to sort out any problems that may arise, and his wife will babysit and clean by arrangement locally. João, their son, speaks perfect English.
Booking notes
A deposit of 1/3 of the total rental is due on booking and the balance is required 8 weeks before departure.
For booking and further information
Rosy Atkinson
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)208 874 8160
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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and has advertised this property with us since January 2003.
Property Ref P210
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