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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.

Photo of Quinta do Vale Quinta do Vale - Povoa de Midoes
Two self-catering apartments (1 bedroom each) - near Tabua.
Excellent value for money - Excellent longterm rental rates.
A Rural Retreat set in beautiful countryside with fantastic views.
One apartment is a newly built, open-plan studio apartment. The second is a renovated 200-year-old cottage apartment. English owned.
Photo of Casa da Gaia 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.
Photo of Casa das Flores (Tomar) Casa das Flores (Tomar) - Fungalvaz
Bed & Breakfast (Sleeps up to 10) near to Tomar
A small family run bed and breakfast, set in the beautiful heart of Portugal
Photo of Casa Martina Branco Casa Martina Branco - Cadima
Self catering house (sleeps 8 + 2) - near Cantenhede.

Secluded but not isolated detached house near to sensational beaches and undiscovered Central Portugal. Everything to make a perfect family retreat, yet within a five minute drive of a lovely city. And twelve minute drive to a sensational beach at Pria Tocha.
Photo of Dominio Vale do Mondego Dominio Vale do Mondego - Faia
Selfcatering stylish holiday-homes in large restored farmhouse Quinta do Rio (sleeps 9) near the river Mondego with private swimming pool, or Quinta das Canas (sleeps 4) with newly restored barnhouse with splendid view of the Valley, B&B in 3 Cabanas or rural campsite, on bio-dynamic estate of 33ha in the famous Serra da Estrela nature park.
Near Guarda.
Photo of O Palheiro 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.
Photo of Quinta da Bela Vista 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.
Photo of Quinta das Abelhas 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).
Photo of Quinta Pintados 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.
Photo of Retiro no Rio Retiro no Rio - Póvoa de Midões
Apartment rental, bed and breakfast, caravan rental and countryside camping - near Tabua
A beautiful estate with its own river beach, situated directly at the Mondego River, in a forested area. The ideal area for pleasant scenic walks, bike rides, fishing, to canoe and for various other aquatic sports.
Photo of The Zororo Retreat The Zororo Retreat -
Guesthouse (sleeps up to 10) - near Gois
The Zororo Retreat offers luxurious 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).
Photo of Tipi Algarve - Monte Joao Afonso Tipi Algarve - Monte Joao Afonso - Monchique
Selfcatering tipi, house, or camping - 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.

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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