Rustic House for self catering holiday lets near Penacova & Coimbra, Silver Coast
Pretty Restored Farmhouse with Patio and Garden
Sleeps 4/5 (2 Bedrooms)
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The pretty farmhouse is set amidst pine woods and olive groves on the edge of the friendly hamlet of Lagares - secluded but not isolated. The private walled courtyard offers peace and shade. Bedrooms with verandas, the patio and large garden all enjoy glorious uninterrupted views of forests and distant mountains. Lovely walks from the door. Lake for picnicking and impromptu swims within walking distance. Village amenities, cafes, restaurants, 5-15 minutes’ drive. River beaches with sunbathing and canoeing facilities in nearby Penacova. Excellent base for exploring historic Coimbra, coast and mountains.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental periods | |
| November - February | £270 |
| March / April | £300 |
| May - August | £370 |
| September / October | £300 |
Notes on prices
Prices shown are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Changeover day
Saturday preferred, but this can be flexible.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed and veranda. Bedroom 2 with twin beds, sofa, veranda. Sofa bed in living room. |
| Bathrooms: | Upstairs bathroom with shower, basin, bidet, wc. Downstairs bathroom with shower, basin, bidet, wc and washing machine. |
| Kitchen: | Modern, fully equipped kitchen with electric hob, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle, iron, ironing board, dishes and all cooking utensils. |
| Living Rooms: | Sofa bed, two armchairs, wood-burning stove, TV, DVD player, stereo. Two sets of French windows leading to patio and garden. Dining table seating 4/6. |
| Other: | Patio large enough for sunbathing and outside dining. Private walled courtyard with parking area. Shady open porch on first floor overlooking courtyard. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and bed linen are changed weekly and the house is cleaned before each let. |
Notes on accommodation
The house has two floors. The whole ground floor, originally used for wine-making, has been converted into a light, open-plan living, kitchen and dining area that adjoins the patio, garden and courtyard with downstairs bathroom. There are wooden floors throughout. An internal wooden staircase leads to the first floor consisting of the two bedrooms, upstairs bathroom and porch. There is also a traditional, external stone staircase leading from the courtyard up to the first floor. Fans, wood-burning stove, electric heaters.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- room fans,
- pets accepted
Outside
Large terraced garden with small pond and fruit and olive trees and uninterrupted views of woods and distant mountains. Because the garden is steeply terraced and has a small pond young children would require supervision.
Coast/Beach
Large river beaches with sunbathing facilities and refreshments at Penacova (15 minutes) and Coja (25 minutes). Nearest Silver Coast beaches at Figueira da Foz (50 minutes) and Mira (1 hour).
Golf
Coimbra (35 minutes), Viseu (45 minutes).
Skiing
Serra de Estrela (1 hour).
Travel
Because of the tucked-away location of the house, use of a car is essential. Fly to Porto or Lisbon, hire a car at the airport and make the easy drive - motorway/dual carriageway nearly all the way. Both airports are served by budget airlines. The drive from Porto airport takes 1hour and 45minutes. The drive from Lisbon takes 2hours and 30 minutes.
Distances
Coimbra 35 minutes
Conimbriga 25 minutes
Penacova 15 minutes
Arganil 25 minutes
Coja 25 minutes
Figueira da Foz 50 minutes
Mira 60 minutes
Aveiro 1hr 10 minutes
Bucaco National Forest 25 minutes
Further details
The house is well located for walking, cycling, bird-watching, canoeing, horse riding, fishing. Coimbra with its elegant shops, bars, restaurants, old town, historic university and cathedral is an easy drive from the house. Penacova with its banks, shops, pharmacy, museum, river beaches and internet café is 15 minutes’ drive. The village of Aguieira with its lake, café, mini-supermarket and gym is within walking distance. Roman ruins at Conimbriga. Please visit our website for more information and photos (see link below).
Booking notes
25 per cent non-returnable deposit required to confirm booking. Balance payable 6 weeks before departure.
For booking and further information
Kathy and Phil
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)20 8520 1249
Mobile (UK) + 44 (0)7940 513628
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Owners Website: Click here
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and has advertised this property with us since March 2006.
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