May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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This rurally-located recently-completed villa is located only 10 kilometres from the beach at Nazare, a little further to Sao Martinho, and a mere ten minutes from the world heritage town of Alcobaca. There are many restaurants within easy reach - dining out need not be expensive on the Costa de Prata - featuring traditional Portuguese fare. Seafood is a speciality.
The front verandah looks out over the garden onto the surrounding countryside. At the rear, there is a large patio area, complete with furniture, substantial barbecue equipment, and an 8 metre pool. There is a substantial parking area, as well as a very large garage beneath the villa.
Patio and Pool
Vivenda Unifamiliar - A Panoramic View
Main Bedroom
Kitchen
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The Costa de Prata/Silver Coast region
This is an area of bright springs, long hot summers – often day after day of over 30+C – and warm, balmy autumns, lasting into November. A frost is a headline event, though there can be winter and spring rain, by turns refreshing and soaking!
There are rolling hills, forests of pine and eucalyptus, and long beaches, mainly golden sand, facing the splendid Atlantic rollers. It’s not over-developed, and is still distinctively Portuguese in feel, even the areas that attract large numbers of summer tourists.
There are good road connections to Lisbon – surely worth a day’s visit – and Coimbra, as well as the Serras de Aires e de Candeeiros, the magnificent inland high hill country.
Alcobaca area
The villa is only 10 kilometres from the beach at Nazare, which is sandy and safe, and lifeguarded in the summer season. Nazare itself is a lively resort most of the year, with plenty of places to eat. The long sea front is ideal for an evening stroll. Above Nazare is Sitio, which offers stunning coastal views north and south.
Other beaches slightly further away that can be less crowded, and offer the chance of walks either on the sand, amidst the dunes, or on the clifftops, all with beautiful views of the Atlantic. Sao Martinho do Porto has a safe inlet bay with a beach, as well as a boardwalk most of the way around the bay.
Obidos, a mediaeval walled city, is about 30 minutes’ drive away, and is a ‘must’ to get that authentic Portuguese feel. It hosts a large number of events throughout the year, notably a Mediaeval Fair in July and a Chocolate Festival in February. There is a lagoon close to Obidos on which you can sail and windsurf.
Alcobaca, only ten minutes’ drive away, is a World Heritage site because of its magnificent monastery. Admiring it from one of the many cafes in the square opposite its front is a pleasant way to spend an hour. There is a lively produce market on Mondays – other towns have them on other days. You’ll get good cheap fresh fruit and veg. Those at Nazare and Caldas da Rainha are good for fish, too.
Golfers can access the courses at Praia del Rey and Golden Eagles, both about forty minutes’ drive away. Walkers should explore the Serras at least once, while surfers can enjoy the rollers at Baleal, near Peniche.
This part of Portugal is also notable for its large number of live arts events. Concerts, music, drama and dance from a wide range of styles and traditions are presented at a number of venues. The Costa de Prata is also rightly famed for its porcelain and glassware.
How to get there
The villa is about 110 kilometres from Lisbon Airport, no more than 90 minutes drive via the A8 motorway.
You can use the following airlines: EasyJet - Gatwick, Luton, Bristol and Liverpool TAP - Heathrow and Gatwick Bmibaby - Birmingham and Manchester Aer Lingus - Dublin
You will need the use of a car. Numerous car hire companies are based at the airport. You can access some of them through this link via the button on the left of the screen: http://www.ana.pt/portal/page/portal/ANA/AEROPORTO_LISBOA
Activities near Alcobaca
Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV
Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Secure parking
Further details indoors: The living accommodation is generous, with a large lounge, incorporating a dining area, and a spacious kitchen, containing modern fittings and appliances as well as a breakfast table. On the same level, there are three bedrooms, two doubles - one en-suite - and a twin. There is a large bathroom, incorporating a separate shower.
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival
English speakers are available to help in the event of language difficulties
Longer-term lets of up to six months can be accommodated on application at a considerably reduced rental
We regret we cannot cater for large, single-sex groups such as stag or hen parties
Conditions
10% of the rental fee is required on booking for it to be secured Refundable breakages deposit of £100 required on final balance payment, to be refunded within two weeks of your departure, subject to satisfactory property inspection A well-behaved dog can be accommodated, but no cats Smoking only permitted outside the building
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
We are very happy to quote special discount rates for longer stays of between three months and six months. Email us for details - the discount will depend on the time of year of the let.
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