House in Tola, Coimbra District

Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room.

Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room.

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Chris and Anabela.
Your hosts for your stay.
Pool terrace and BBQ house.
Pool terrace.
Pool terrace, rear balcony and sun house. Night view.
Pool terrace night view.

Overview of Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room.

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6156 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Check out the area

Tola, Coimbra District
  • Popular LocationPenela Castle7 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortugal dos Pequenitos27 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoimbra University29 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room.

Casa dos Sonhos (The House of Dreams) is a detached family villa to a high specification, in a raised village location with stunning views of the local area, providing a secure private tranquil setting in gardens with its own private pool.
If you are looking for a villa in a peaceful rural setting with amazing views and safe walking areas you are here at the House of Dreams.
Set on its own plot where you can sit and bathe in privacy not overlooked but not
feeling enclosed.
Come and see for yourself what others have enjoyed for more than ten years. But first...read for yourself what they have left for you to share in their reviews and see why we were awarded the title of "premier host" for "consistently providing great experiences".
Large and comfortable alfresco dining annex, equipped with two gas BBQ Grills, fridge and freezer, electric oven grill, coffee maker and all necessary utensils.
There is also a games and entertainment room with bar, music centre and a selection of 60s vinyls and CDs, a dart board and a pool/snooker table.
There are ample relaxation areas with very comfortable swing seats and comfortable pool beds in sun and shade and now featuring a separate double luxury sun bed in a summer house on the pool terrace.
The villa is ideally set up for couples or family holidays with complete privacy.
The accommodation is luxuriously equipped and capable of comfortably sleeping 6 guests with ease.
1st double bedroom ensuite with a walk in shower and choice of twin or kingsize double beds,
2nd standard double bedroom.
3rd bedroom, with twin or kingsize double beds.
Arranged as you require at booking enquiry stage.
Central heating can be arranged for out of season bookings on request, if required.
Pool heating is available at no additional charge from 1st June to 30th of September.
For other months it can be made available on request at enquiry stage, pre booking.
A/C is installed in all bedrooms . Free Internet access is available.
Relax in the very comfortable lounge and enjoy the large TV with SKY//BBC/ITV/ channels, and with a NOS box showing European channels.
There is also a DVD player and well stocked library of DVDs, CDs and popular books.
If you prefer outside relaxation settle down on one of the glazed balconies with a coffee or glass of wine on a warm peaceful evening under the amazing clear starlit, skies.
Or venture into the gardens and discover your favourite area, amongst many, that are equipped for your pleasure to just sit and relax and gaze at those stars that always seem so close here.
Tired of star gazing ? then turn on the illuminations, light up the terrace and change the atmosphere completely and maybe enjoy an evening swim in the illuminated pool and be surprised how the water feels even warmer than in the sunshine earlier.
The villa position offers easy access to safe "off road " walks in rural shady forest surroundings.
The villa is located in a traditional Portuguese hamlet with local customs including wine making and tasting (in season), summer harvest festivals, grape and olive picking.
A quiet and peaceful location yet only 5 minutes from the Castle town of Penela and 30 mins south of the original capital City of Coimbra. About 2 hours from Porto or Lisbon. A real gem in the heart of Portugal. Within 5 minutes drive of local Supermarket, Variety of restaurants, Bars, Cafes, Shops, Hairdresser, Banks, Internet cafe, Chemists and Doctors surgery. Local Organic farmers markets are every Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. There are a number of historical towns to explore within a short drive eg. Coimbra the original Capital city on the river Mondego (Oxford of Portugal) with beautiful university and Quinta das Lagrimas (the house of tears) learn about the romantic tragic " Romeo and Juliet" story and visit the fountains of Love and Tears,
Fatima (Portugal's Lourdes) the city of the apparition.
Tomar, about 30 mins on A13 southbound, with Moorish castle, Convento de Cristo and town market.
Figueira da Foz with Ocean and amazing white sandy Beaches 30/40 minutes drive, via Condeixa and Soure.
The impressive Roman villa site of Conimbriga only minutes from the house.
A smaller excavation site in Rabaçal (Look for the traditional local Rabaçal cheese sold in the village and widely in Portugal.
I am normally able to meet you and welcome you to the house and area on your arrival to show you the local supermarket , baker and restaurants etc..
I am always available by text, e mail or mobile for any help or information you may require.
A local information guide book is also available at the house to give you information of places to eat or visit.
Additional information is also provided in the Mobile Hospitality Information File that is made available on booking.
A Hospitality File will be made available by me to guests after booking, by e mail.

NOTE> Pool heating is included in your booking price.
NOTE: FOR RESERVATIONS OUT OF HIGH SEASON , ADDITIONAL POOL AND CENTRAL HEATING IS AVAILABLE AS AN OPTION. PLEASE DISCUSS AS AN ENQUIRY BEFORE MAKING A BOOKING.

Property manager

Chris Arney

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
In the house but in the balconies & BBQ house ok.
We ask that you leave all areas of the property in a reasonable condition. Excess cleaning could result in a charge being retained from your deposit.
Please respect the unsociable hours regulation in Portugal.. Between 2300 and 0700 No noisey celebrations or parties. Thank you.
Rubbish and waste should be placed in used shopping bags and placed in one of the green bins in the square below the house. Thank you.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 121212/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Penela

Located in Penela, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Buracas do Casmilo and Ribeira das Quelhas Walkway are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Biological Park of Serra da Lousa and Portugal dos Pequenitos. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Coimbra Football Stadium or Estadio Cidade de Coimbra. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Penela Castle - 7 min drive
  • Church of San Miguel - 7 min drive
  • Biological Park of Serra da Lousa - 9 min drive
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 27 min drive
  • Coimbra University - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Coimbra Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ViRiDi - 7 min drive
  • O Pastor - 7 min drive
  • Estação de Sabores - 9 min drive
  • Restaurante Museu da Chanfana - 9 min drive
  • Restaurante Dom Sesnando - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil setting in private gardens with heated pool, BBQ annex and Games room. located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Penela Castle, Biological Park of Serra da Lousa, and Church of San Miguel. Conímbriga Monographic Museum and PO.RO.S - Portugal Roman Museum in Sicó are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pandora M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped villa in a very peaceful location
Stayed 33 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anabela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise on earth
We had fabulous days in this property with a lovely weather So many places to explore. Aveiro and Porto so close. The house was very good with all the comfort you may need. Clean and cozy. Because the temperatures were so good we used the pool in complete privacy with a well equiped BBQ and summer kitchen outside. Even the sun beds were so comfortable !!!!! Thank you Chris for your kind welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anabela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home from home and then some !
Fantastic family holyday. Everything we wished for! Enjoyed and will be remembered by all of us. Definitly a place to return to. Amazingly clean and cared for with complete privacy . A fabulous BBQ with a complete equiped kitchen facing the pool. Welcoming gardens around and a fountain with fishes, great for children. Very, very comfortable beds with fantastic bedding. We felt we were in a five star place. Although we were in the end of October the swimming pool was enjoyed by all of us! Thank you Chris, we will book for next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Family Holiday
We’ve just returned from a lovely relaxing family holiday at Casa dos Sonhos. Chris and Anabela are fantastic host, always available, if needed, and happy to provided helpful hints and tips for getting the most out of your stay. A very well equipped villa in easy reach of the coast, Porto and Lisbon.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Matlock

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Family Holiday
We have just enjoyed two fantastic weeks in this beautiful villa which more than lived up to our expectations. Casa dos Sonhos is spacious, clean and very well-equipped which certainly took away the headache of searching for basics when we arrived. We like to cook and made full use of the lovely barbecue house which overlooks the pool - beautiful in the evenings. Chris takes a great pride in his garden and each corner is quite individual with an abundance of fruit trees, seating and shady areas. Chris was an excellent host and by following his suggestions, we got the most out of local facilities. The children loved visiting the BBQ chicken man on Sundays in Espinhal and this proved a very popular meal! All the local people were really helpful and friendly despite our limited knowledge of the language. There is loads to see in this part of Portugal and we enjoyed trips to Alveiro, Tomar and the beaches an hour away. Worth visiting Porto - such a beautiful city although you need nerves of steel to drive into the centre! Thank you to Chris and Ana for making our holiday such a pleasure- we really enjoyed meeting you. The children also loved their lesson in using the pool robot! We certainly hope to return in the near future.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Chris Arney

Host profile image
Hi,
I am Chris,the owner, I lived in the south of England near the New Forest until I retired early from BT and came to Portugal and bought this house in 2003.
I have lived here for 20 wonderful years. I love Portugal, the people and the weather and I now feel equally at home here as I did in England. One big difference... The cost of living and lots of sunshine and fresh air, Add to that the fabulous and cheap local food, wine and beer, combined with the friendly atmosphere of the local people ... what more could you wish for?
I have 4 children and 8 grandchildren in UK and they are able to come here to enjoy the villa and all that it has to offer In its safe locality with pure fresh air and wonderful sunshine.
We love to go out to local family restaurants for good economical meals where we can eat a good full menu selection for less than 9 euros each, including wine. Excellent value and good healthy food, Well below Spain or Algarve prices.
I live at the house when it is not occupied by guests so it is a living home and well equipped for your needs. All I ask is that you look after it as your own
I hope you enjoy the experience as much as I still do.
This is our tenth year renting and we are still learning and improving your experience with the help of constructive feed back from our previous guests. Check out the reviews previous guests have given us to learn more about the house and the local area.
We hope you may be able to add to their advice. We are sure you will enjoy your holiday here, We have tried to make it just right for you. I hope we have succeeded.
I look forward to welcoming you to "Casa dos Sonhos", the house of dreams.

Why they chose this property

I wanted to find a property in a Rural village location offering a good view and pure fresh air surroundings .
It would be near enough to local towns and amenities served by local bus routes.
The motorway network should be easily accessible for the airports and to the rest of Portugal and beyond.
Most of all it would be a place to enjoy a peaceful time in tranquil surroundings amongst pleasant people, without any of the normal tourism hustle and bustle.
Well… my house has delivered “everything it said on the can ! “
The location also gives immediate access to forest walks from the door. These are on stone roads/tracks, through shady forested areas .The house is built on a hill above the village at the high end of a long valley which delivers a refreshingly cool breeze through the afternoon and evening through the hot summer months.

What makes this property unique

The house is set in a very peaceful and tranquil area full of traditional people and activities, local bars, chemists, internet cafes,shops,restaurants, banks and farmers markets.
3 Local towns including the beautiful castle town of Penela, Lousã and Miranda do Corvo within 10-15 minutes with easy free parking.
Tomar, a beautiful market town with Moorish castle of knights Templar and the Convent of Christ within 45 minutes. Only 30 minutes from the original Capital city of Coimbra set on the river Mondego. The old part of the city is particularly beautiful with traditional shops in narrow cobbled streets connecting squares with market stalls & restaurants .Look for fado traditional music.
The city of Pombal the "Lourdes" of Portugal & the chapel of Fatima.
The beautiful city of Aveiro is about an hour to the north, famous for its gondolas giving it the similarity to Venice. Also close to Costa Nova.
If you arrive early at Porto airport it is worth visiting Aveiro en route to the house saving the journey north.
Food and drink prices in this area are low enough to be a very economical proposition for family nights out .
Conimbriga Roman villa and museum is less than 15 mins from the house. Should not be missed by adults and children alike.
Figueira da Foz - Busy seaside resort only 35 mins drive with large spacious beautiful white beaches.
Try the praias fluvial, River beaches maintained for fresh water bathing and enjoyed by children and adults for their pure invigorating waters. An experience to be tried and enjoyed. There are several within the local area. More information can be found at the house.
Shooting the rapids ? Not exactly but worth the experience... Book an organised trip from Penacova to Coimbra in your own hired canoes down the River Mondego. Information leaflet at the house.
There is a hipico ( equestrian centre) and animal parque at Miranda do Corvo, 10 minutes from the house .
A guide to other local points of Interest is provided at the house.

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English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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