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Casa da Gaia

Selfcatering, Beach or Riverside, Retreat, Longterm Farmhouse
Quinta da Sapeira (Barril da Alva). Sleeps: 6

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This farmhouse is an ideal getaway for those who would like a true taste of country living in Central Portugal.

The house has a wonderful welcoming and homely feel. Comfortably furnished in country style the farmhouse has a large kitchen / dining room (with rayburn, gas range cooker, fridge-freezer and double sink) which opens onto a covered patio with an additional dining table, shaded by grapevines, for alfresco eating overlooking the garden and the river. A big bathroom with beautiful moroccan tiles has a bath, shower, WC, washbasin and a washing machine. Upstairs is the living room with double sofa bed and patio doors onto a large covered balcony with armchairs and coffee table. Also upstairs are two double bedrooms.

The farmhouse is equipped with satellite TV.

With a 3m x 6m shed, which can be used for storage.

The owner has an organic vegetable garden and guests may help themselves to fresh produce in season.

The river Alva is just 50m away at the bottom of the garden and is ideal for swimming, canoeing (canoes available), and fishing. There are many woodland tracks in the area for walking. This is also a great spot for birdwatchers.

Supermarkets, banks, etc can be found at Oliveira do Hospital. The historic university city of Coimbra is 40 mins drive, and the coast 1 hour.

Pets are welcome. The owner's cat lives here (outside) year round.

Meals (If Available):

Extras (if any):
A shopping service is available at this property; simply email your list to us and your shopping will be waiting for you on arrival (20% charge on top of the shopping bill).

Number of bedrooms: 2

Prices in euros:
400 euros per week

Longterm Rental
450 euros per month.

Availability & Booking:
Please visit our calendar, to check available dates.
You can book your required dates from this calendar.
Contact the owner of Casa da Gaia direct.

Pure Portugal advertises on behalf of hosts / owners, who supply their details, and are responsible for accuracy and booking arrangements.
Pure Portugal Ltd is a workers co-operative company, registered in England no: 5123198
Registered Office: 93 North Street, Burwell, Cambridge, CB5 0BB, United Kingdom.