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Tapada do Barreiro Terrace
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The living room
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Tapada do Barreiro is situated in the São Mamede Natural Parque which is widely recognised as one of the most beautiful and unspoilt areas in the whole of Portugal. The farmhouse is located just outside the village where there is a bakery, grocers shop, restaurant and bar. The picturesque white washed villages, many with their own castles, and the fascinating geology and geography of the area make this a favourite haunt for artists, birdwatchers, naturalists and walkers. Leisure facilities available locally include horse-riding, mountain-bike hire, golf, tennis and lake and river swimming.
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Tapada do Barreiro
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Rental periods |
Price for 2 guests |
Price for 4 guests : Price for 6 guests |
| 20 December - 7 January |
560 euros |
760 euros : 960 euros |
| 21 June - 13 September |
560 euros |
760 euros : 960 euros |
| All other times of the year |
450 euros |
650 euros : 850 euros |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in Euros.
Exchange rate conversion calculated at time of booking.
Infants under 2 are free of charge - cot available.
Prices include Portuguese VAT at 5%.
Changeover day
Flexible.
| Accommodation |
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| Bedrooms: |
1st floor: 2 double bedrooms and 1 twin bedroom with ample space for 2 additional children's beds if needed. |
| Bathrooms: |
Ground floor bathroom with washing machine and separate wc. |
| Kitchen: |
Ground floor kitchen has a large fridge with freezer compartment. A cool box is provided for picnics and to transport frozen food back from the supermarket. |
| Living Rooms: |
Ground floor entrance hall leading directly into kitchen/dining/living room which extends the full length of the house with 2 sets of double doors onto the patio.
1st floor sitting room area with wood burning stove for out of season use. |
Cleaning/towels/
linen/maid service: |
All fresh towels and bed linen are provided on a weekly basis. |
Notes on accommodation
A complimentary food pack is provided on arrival.
| Amenities/Facilities provided |
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| hob/stove |
oven |
fridge/freezer |
microwave |
| washing machine |
iron/ironing board |
tv |
telephone |
| room fans |
cot |
Outside
The house is situated in its own 10 acres of fruit and olive trees, 1km from the village, and it enjoys magnificent views which extend far out over the Alentejo plains. Behind the house the ground rises steeply to a hill ridge. Wild boar are endemic to the area as are a wide range of birds of prey. A small dip pool near to the house provides guests with the means for cooling off.
Special interest holidays
Birdwatching:
Guests at Tapada will be given advice on the best spots in the area to see the different bird species, and you can arrange with Peter to go on a guided tour. A half day trip will cost you the price of the fuel and lunch! You can see a wide range of birds including egrets, vultures, eagles, great and lesser bustard, black-shouldered kite, azure-winged magpie, hoopoe, blue rock-thrush, bee-eaters and many more.
Walking:
Walking the medieval tracks through the hills is a must, and we will provide you with details. Some tracks start from Carreiras.
Travel
Lisbon airport is 2 hours drive. Charter flights to Faro are less expensive but the drive from the Algarve will take twice as long.
Car hire is available at airports. Advice on car hire will be provided on request.
Ferry to Santander in Northern Spain, then drive via Madrid or Salamanca and Cáceres through to Badajoz and Elvas or ferry to L'Havre then drive via Bordeaux and either of the last 2 options. (Please ask for more information).
Further details
Life has changed very little in this part of Portugal for centuries. Bread is still baked using traditional methods and cheeses, regional wines, honey and olives remain the mainstay of the local diet.
River bathing is available on the River Sever at Portagem and at various lakes in the area, the most convenient being Apartadura (6km) and Barragem do Póvoa (10km). There are municipal swimming pools at Castelo de Vide and Portalegre.
The English owners of Tapada have been farming near Elvas for more than 25 years and are now involved in agri-environmental consultancy and rural tourism. It goes without saying that they have an extensive knowledge of the area and the Portuguese way of life. Peter and Rosemary make a point of trying to be at the house to welcome you when you arrive. There is a phone in the house so that you can contact them in case of difficulty. They are also available to give you advice and information should you require it.
Booking notes
To confirm your booking, a 50% deposit is payable. A sterling or euro cheque can be sent to our home address.
For booking and further information
Peter and Rosemary Eden
Mobile: (Portugal) + 351 962467875
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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This advertiser joined Owners Direct in November 2005,
and has advertised this property with us since April 2000.
Property Ref P33
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