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Retreats in Central Portugal
Looking for somewhere to unwind? Somewhere tranquil and peaceful? A quiet retreat in the portuguese mountains? These holidays have been selected as the perfect place to relax, to take time out from the hustle and bustle, and to revitalise yourself surrounded by nature.
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Some of our holiday properties are available for long-term rental & winter let.
Casa da Gaia - Quinta da Sapeira
Self-Catering Farmhouse (sleep 6+) - near Barril da Alva
Comfortable and fully-equipped character farmhouse with organic gardens just 20m from the River Alva in a peaceful wooded valley.
Dominio Vale do Mondego - Faia
Selfcatering stylish holiday-homes in large restored farmhouse Quinta do Rio (sleeps 9) on 4ha lush green terraces at the river Mondego with private swimming pool, or Quinta das Canas (sleeps 4) with newly restored barnhouse on 5ha olivegrove with splendid view of the Valley, B&B in 3 Cabanas or rural campsite, restaurant and art on bio-dynamic estate of 33ha (sheep, olives, horses) in the famous Serra da Estrela nature park. Near Guarda
Monte Jao Afonso - Monchique
Selfcatering cottage & apartment, or camping (cottages sleep 2 + 2) - near Monchique, Western Algarve
nestled in the foothills of Monchique and yet only 10 mins drive from the bustling town of Portimao,12km from the historical town of Silves, and 15 mins from some of the Algarve’s best beaches.
O Palheiro - Cabreira do Coa
Self Catering House (sleeps 4 + 2). Studio (sleeps 2 + 1) - near Guarda
A spacious house full of natural light and magic. Perfectly blends the old with the new. Situated between huge granite boulders in an old Portuguese village.
Ideal for a spiritual retreat.
Quinta da Bela Vista - Barril da Alva
Self-catering double guestroom plus 'outdoor' kitchen and seperate WC with solar shower. (sleeps 2) - near Coja
Situated on a beautiful private riverside quinta (alongside the owner's house), the guestroom is situated on the first floor of a little cottage made from the round stones from the river.
Quinta das Abelhas - Póvoa de Midões
Camping and yurt accommodation (sleeps 2 +2). Working holidays. Horse-riding. - near Tabua.
Basic facilities & an informal family atmosphere on a beautiful organic smallholding with stunning views.
Home-produced, often home-grown, meals available (inc. veggie or vegan).
Quinta Pintados - Chilrao
Twin room, vegetarian B&B (sleeps 2) - near Monchique, Western Algarve.
Peaceful, rural mountain location. Restored farmhouse within 2.5 hectares of owner's organic fruit and vegetable farm. Wonderful views. Tasty vegetarian and vegan meals available on request.
The Guesthouse - Salgado
Self catering guesthouse. (sleeps 2) - near Gois & Arganil.
Tastefully renovated stone cottage nestled high up in the Ceira valley in the tiny hamlet of Salgado, surrounded by dramatic and unspoilt mountainous countryside. A perfect and quiet romantic rural retreat: clean air and healthy living at its best!
The Zororo Retreat -
Half-board guesthouse (sleeps up to 10) - near Gois
The Zororo Retreat offers luxurious half board accommodation for adults in a attractive contemporary home by owners that really care about the quality of service provided. We are situated in a deep valley at the edge of a traditional Portuguese rural village and within 200 metres of the Ceira river, complete with a Summer Praia Fluvial (inland beach).
Do you own a retreat that you'd like listed with Pure Portugal Holidays?
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Can we help?
Pure Portugal can help with many aspects of your trip to Central Portugal. We can connect you to people who will pick you up from the airport, give tours of the area & informal taxi service, translators & other english speaking professionals.
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