Arganil holiday villa letting, Pombeiro da Beira with walking, log fire, balcony/terrace, internet access, rural retreat, TV, DVD

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Vale Do Mendo (villa)

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Vale Do Mendo is located in a mountainous forrest region overlooking the Sierra de Estrela National Park mountain range. Set in over 1 acre of land, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with absolute stunning views. The villa sleeps 5-6 people, has 3 bedrooms, (2 x double rooms and 1 x single room) very large bathroom and an open plan living area.All rooms have been redecorated in Oct 09. Leading from the lounge is a large spacious balcony with fabulous views, furnished with table and chairs to enable you to dine alfresco on the terrace over looking the new salt water pool and enjoy a spot of star gazing with a glass of vinho in the evening. You will relax in this peaceful and tranquil setting.

As stated set in over 1 acre of land, including many terraces (see if you can find the hidden garden??) with olive, lemon, orange, apple and fig trees. There is plenty of space on the pool terrace for your sun lounger to enjoy the stunning views or just relax and soak up the sun.
If visiting on winter days snuggle up by the log fire, read a book or watch the English satellite TV or maybe watch one of the many DVD films provided.

It won't take you long to unwind in this beautiful place and there is plenty to do in this wonderful region, including; walking, hiking, golfing, horse riding, cycling, fishing and even skiing in the Estrela National Park in the winter, (we have had people skiing in the Estrela in the morning and sunbathing on the beach at Figueira da foz in the afternoon).

Visit the nearby traditional town of Arginal only a 15- 20 min drive away which has many quaint shops and restaurants, two supermarkets, ( Intermarche & Lidl, the Intermarche has a large fresh fish display great for BBQs) also banks with ATM machines and on Thursdays a large open air market (get there early its gone by 1pm) to buy your goodies for the BBQ. Barter for linens, clothes and other local treats, then sit on a bench in the main square and watch the tranquil local way of life pass you by, fantastic.

The Villa is situated just outside of Sarnadela village, the nearest other property is well over 300 yards away, and you are not overlooked from any direction. The small village has two bars and a minimarket.
The minimarket is small but be amazed by how much they sell. The nearest small bar is a 10 min walk away.

Villa, Vale Do Mendo, totally private.	Villa, Vale Do Mendo, with new pool
Villa, Vale Do Mendo, pick a grape or two.	Dine Alfresco

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The Costa de Prata/Silver Coast region

The villa is situated in the countryside surrounded by forest and mountains. The area is full of picturesque villages clinging to the side of the mountains, particularly the village of Piadao approx 30 min drive.
The Roman town of Coja is 25mins drive away and is well worth a visit to stroll through the narrow streets and have a coffee in a local bar.

Spend a day in Coimbra the old capital of Portugal with its history and culture; visit the old town with its quaint alleyways and shops. There are many churches that are also worth visiting. Coimbra also boasts the largest Botanical Garden in the country, which covers 20 hectares.

To the south of Coimbra is the town of Condeixa-a-Nova with its 17th to 19th Century palaces and manor homes. Just south of here are the Roman ruins of Conimbriga, the largest unearthed archaeological find of its kind in Portugal.

The beaches of Figueira de Foz are well worth a visit.

The climate is temperate with temperatures reaching 90+c in the summer months
Winters are mild with sunny days.

Arganil / Pombeiro da Beira area

The town of Arganil is 15 mins drive away. Every Thursday there is a large open-air market. There are many shops including banks, post office and chemist also several good restaurants, there is also a small hospital.

The main square provides the chance to watch the water fountains and the slow pace of life pass you by.
Looking down on Arganil is Mont Alto a very old church perched on the top of the mountain well worth the twists and turns of the small road leading you to the top, with great views.

If you look out from our villa you can see Mont Alto in the distance watching over us!!!
For more information of the area please visit this website.
www.turismo-centro.pt/concelho/?set_language=en&id=3

How to get there

Travel Information.

TAP flies from Heathrow to Porto (flight duration 1h 45 min)

Cheap Easy Jet flights to Lisbon, flying from Bristol, Liverpool, Luton and London Gatwick.

Lisbon airport is 250k from the villa, taking 2h 30mins steady driving. Very easy route out of airport to road link taking you north, not stressful.

Full easy driving directions provided or Sat Nav can be provided for a deposit (refundable on return) for the duration of your stay if required, great for easy driving and exploring!!!

Cheap Ryan Air flights to Porto, flying from Bristol, Liverpool, Dublin, Birmingham and London Stanstead.

Porto airport is 176k from the villa, takes just under 2hours steady driving.
Very easy route out of airport to road links taking you south, not stressful.

Full easy driving directions provided or Sat Nav can be provided for a deposit (refundable on return) for the duration of your stay if required, great for easy driving and exploring!!!

Car Hire.

Several car hire companies are available at both airports, we recommend booking from the UK.
Companies we found very good are,
www.europcar4easyjet.com
www.holidayautos.co.uk
www.carrentals.co.uk

Activities near Arganil

Facilities

Further details indoors:
Ground Floor:
Large open plan lounge/kitchen/dining room, with two sets of French doors, includes all amenities plus satellite TV with over 500 channels, plasma 34 inch TV and DVD player. Large wood burner, new tiled floor, Archway from lounge to wooden staircase taking you to first floor.

All New Kitchen with marble worktops, includes all amenities, under unit lighting, built in gas hob and electric oven with extractor fan, microwave, toaster, built in fridge, CD player, outside washing machine, outside drinks fridge.
Inside and outside dining tables and chairs,

First Floor:
Three bedrooms, two doubles and one single + single camp bed. (sleeps max 6). All with bedside lights and radiators for winter use. Antique pine wardrobes and chest of drawers.
All bedrooms have laminate flooring.
One large family bathroom with a his & hers sink units, shower and bath, toilet enjoys magnificent views of the Estrela
Sunroom with telescope and reading/viewing area.
Hallway leading to front door, entrance to the villa can also be gained through the French doors on the ground floor.

Further details outdoors:
Further details outdoors:

New private swimming pool, environmentally and people friendly saltwater pool 32ft long x 16ft wide with shallow end 1.2m and deep end 1.8m).

Large new tiled terrace next to house with table and sun loungers and parasols (stored in shed).
New Gas 3 burner BBQ situated on lounge terrace outside.
Children can be restricted to this area, without access to pool.
All new huge paved terrace area by pool, with fantastic views of the forests and mountains, totally private.
Further terraces shaded by olive trees, great for peace and quite with a book or may be a glass or two of vinho?
Car parking is easy, room for two cars on the driveway leading down to the house or more parking at top of the driveway.

Further details

Welcome pack provided on arrival.

Conditions

A well-behaved dog is allowed
Strictly no smoking inside the house
A deposit of £100 required at time of booking.
25% non-refundable deposit due eight weeks before your stay.
Balance due 4 weeks before departure or full amount payable if booked less than 4 weeks before departure
PRICE: £400 - £600 per week (for 2-6 people)

Minimun stay 1 week, other timescales may be considered, please contact owner.

Rental rates

Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
31st Aug 09 - 28th Mar 10	31 Aug 09	29 Mar 10	400£ 400	0-	0-	1 Week
29th March - 27th May '10	29 Mar 10	28 May 10	500£ 500	0-	0-	1 Week
28th May - 30th Aug 2010	28 May 10	31 Aug 10	600£ 600	0-	0-	1 Week

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

We can accept payments by cheque or bank transfer in GBP

A deposit of £100.00 at time of booking, followed by 25% non-refundable deposit due 8 weeks before your stay. Balance due 4 weeks before departure or full amount payable if booked less than 4 weeks before departure

Refundable £100.00 key/damage payment due with final balance. (Repaid on return of keys/damage inspection)

Guestbook for Vale Do Mendo

My partner and I visited Vale Do Mendo during Oct, drank our wine outside in the sunshine during the day and inside by the log fire at night. The peace and quite is lovely and the views are amazing, a well deserved treat. We would thoroughly recommend the villa. Katie 28, Bristol

We spent 2 weeks here during July the weather was glorious and we spent most days by the pool and cooking up a BBQ feast with our local produce that we bought from the market. Steve, Newcastle

Availability

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Name:	Jude Hardidge
Tel:	+44 1179 831450
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