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Quinta da Tapada Floresta
Bed & Breakfast, Selfcatering, Longterm - Vinho (Coja)
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Brand new apartment on owners' quinta. Spacious, tastefully decorated, and fully equipped accommodation for up to 9 people plus baby. Self-catering or bed & breakfast option. Beautiful and peaceful location with fantasic mountain views.
The quinta, a small fruit farm with oranges, apples, quince, almonds, peaches, plums & olives, nestles in the foothills of the Serra da Estrela, a mile from the village of Vinho, and just 7 minutes drive from the pretty town of Coja which straddles the Rio Alva. Recently renovated to a very high standard, the quinta is divided into two units, with the guest accommodation on the first floor. For parties of more than 6, a double guest bedroom (with private shower/WC) in the main house is available for an extra charge.
Private steps lead up to the guesthouse. A large open-plan living area contains a fully equipped kitchen with gas oven & hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge-freezer, double sink & breakfast bar. A dining area with table, 6 chairs and a highchair is off the kitchen. The living room has 2 settees (one is a double sofa-bed), television & video, stereo, radio, cd & cassette player. There is a wood-burning stove in the living room in addition to central heating throughout.
French doors lead from the living room onto a private sun terrace with spectacular views over valleys, mountains & forest. Equipped with table, chairs & sunloungers, this is the perfect spot for sunbathing, alfresco eating, watching spectacular sunsets & star-gazing.
There are two good-sized bedrooms, one with a double bed & a cot (baby bed) and one with 3 single beds.
There is a large, modern shower room with a double-size shower, washbasin & WC.
There is a washing machine available for your use.
In the pretty and well-kept grounds is a large splash-pool (1m deep) and barbecue area with table, chairs & sunloungers. Solar lights, lanterns and fairy lights make this a charming spot for evening drinks. Alternatively, guests can enjoy a drink in the old winery, now converted to provide a small bar.
The guest accommodation at this quinta has had a lot of thought put into it by the owners, who are very friendly and welcoming and are on hand to help advise on sightseeing and anything else that will ensure you enjoy your holiday to the full. A complimentary 'welcome pack' will be awaiting your arrival and contains a box of teabags, jar of instant coffee, pack of sugar, 1 litre milk, sliced loaf, 1 litre orange juice, 1 litre lemonade, tub of margarine, 6 eggs, pack of sliced ham, & a pack of sliced cheese. There is a cool box for shopping/picnics, and even an all-terrain 3-wheel buggy for guests with a baby/young child.
There is plenty to do in the area: walk the lanes & hills of the forest immediately surrounting the quinta; swim in the clean, clear rivers at Coja and Avo; birdwatchers & nature-lovers will enjoy seeing goshawks, eagles, woodpeckers and many other species, squirrels, wild cats and wild boar can also be seen; visit the excellent markets at Coja, Arganil & Oliveira do Hospital for real bargains, and authentic Portuguese food & crafts; tour the mountains & hills visiting remote & traditional villages (always with a cafe/bar!); visit local co-operatives to taste & buy local wines or take a vineyard tour; combine shopping and history by visiting Coimbra, Viseu, Aveiro, or Guarda; visit the fabulous sandy beach at Figueira da Foz; fish for trout in local rivers & lakes; ski at the Torre resort at the highest point of the Serra da Estrela mountain range; hire canoes, kayaks & bicycles at Coja; play golf at Viseu; or go horse-riding at one of the nearby centres.
Sorry, no dogs.
Prices in UK pounds sterling:
May: 200 (€280)
June: 250 (€350)
July: 300 (€420)
August: 300 (€420)
September: 200 (€280)
October - April: 150 (€210)
Christmas (1 week): €500 / Christmas & New Year (2 weeks): €750
Linens and towels are provided and will be changed once a week.
Bookings are Saturday - Saturday (may be possible to be flexible off-season)
Meals:
Rolls/Sandwiches: 2 euros / Toasted sandwiches: 3 euros
3 course evening meal: 10 euros
Extras:
Bed & Breakfast in Guestroom: 20 euros per person per night.
Longterm Rental:
200 euros per week including gas, electricity, water & central heating.
Available from 1 September to 30 April (minimum 3 month rental).
A washing machine is available for your use.
Cats welcome, but sorry, no dogs.
Availability & Booking:
Contact the owner of Quinta da Tapada Floresta direct.
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