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Casa Lagares |
Penacova, Costa da Prata - Silver Coast, Portugal |
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Casa Lagares combines the charms of a traditional Portuguese farmhouse with all creature comforts. Tucked away among peaceful olive groves and pine forests, it is within easy reach of the silver coast, historic Coimbra and the high peaks of the Serra da Estrela mountains. The house has a garden, patio and courtyard and glorious views from every room. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| Farmhouse |
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Property Setting:
| Romantic / Rural / Village setting |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Sports & activity |
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Bedrooms:
| 2 |
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Guests:
| 4 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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The property is a recently renovated traditional farmhouse on the edge of the hamlet of Lagares where farmers have tended their animals in the same way for centuries. A delightfully tranquil spot with amenities of two friendly villages within walking distance. Available all year round. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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Sunny mild climate from early spring to late autumn. Hottest months July and August. Peaceful, secluded location with forest walks from door; nearby lake and river beaches; birdwatching; local cycle hire. Culture and nightlife in historic Coimbra city 30 minutes' drive; famous Roman ruins of Conimbriga; Silver coast resorts of Figueira de Foz and Mira; Serra de Estrella mountains; national parks. |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Fly to Porto or Lisbon, then hire car to drive to property or take the train to Coimbra then village taxi. Car recommended. Detailed directions provided on confirmation of booking. |
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Nearest airports:
| Porto 95 kms |
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Nearest train station:
| Coimbra 35 kms |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Santander |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Travanca do Mondego village |
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Car Hire:
| Essential |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Silveirinho and Sao Pedro do Alva villages nearby |
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Nearest beach:
| River beaches handy at Penacova and Coja |
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Nearest shop:
| Travanca , Silveirinho, Sao Pedro do Alva |
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Nearest market:
| Sao Pedro do Alva |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Kathleen Lowe |
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Contact Phone No. |
+44 7940513628 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 20km / Beach within 5km / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Cycling / Fishing / Golf within 20km / Horse Riding / Walking
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Interior Facilities |
CD Player / DVD player / Linen provided / Log Fire / Maid Service / Satellite TV / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
Wooden floors, beamed ceilings, shutters; open plan sitting room and dining area with new, well equipped kitchen and french windows to garden. Two modern bathrooms on 1st and ground floors; one double and one twin bedroom, each with ceiling fans, french windows, balcony and lovely mountain views.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Courtyard / Garden / Garden Furniture / Parking / Terrace
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Exterior Details |
Two-storey house with red-tiled roof and shady courtyard which looks across forests to the mountains. Patio plus large garden with pond and fruit trees.
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Further Details |
The property is light and spacious, secluded without being isolated, and has lots of character. Housekeeper next door.
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Conditions of Rental |
A 25% non-refundable deposit is required to secure bookings, with the balance payable 6 weeks before arrival. Bookings taken within the 6 week period to be paid in full. Payment is in £s or euros. We send out a booking form and require a UK sterling cheque to our UK address or payment in euros by bank transfer to our Portuguese bank.
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Other Information |
Child Friendly / Pet Friendly / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Casa Lagares |
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We enjoyed the house and our stay there very much. Thanks again for the peaceful oasis.
Sandra and Adrian,
UK,
Sep 2008 
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House beautifully situated and well equipped. All in all an excellent base for exploration.
Glen and Brian Ford,
Huddersfield, UK,
Sep 2006
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A fantastic home for a fortnight and ideal for us. We hope to come back next year and we’ve never before returned to the same place!
Clark Family,
Bristol, UK,
Jul 2008
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Fantastic house, good location and beautiful scenery. Would love to come back
Jonathan and Ruth Pullen,
SE London,
Sep 2008
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Your house is beautiful. We loved the view looking to the woods from the garden and the fresh orange juice from your fruit trees.
Torres Family,
Mexico City,
Dec 2008
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