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Luxurious B & B Accommodation.Spectacular panoramic views of the mountains of Central Portugal and Lousã valley. Included in each of our suites for your comfort and enjoyment: * King or Queen size beds of the finest quality * Private seating areas in each suite. * Lovely cooked breakfast * Daily maid service * DVD players (select from DVD movie collection) * High speed ADSL WI-FI network * Warm floor heating system. * Swimming pool / Sunbathing (in season) * Mountain hamlet environment * Located adjacent to mountain access trails * Rail link to Coimbra * Fine Portuguese dining locally * Close to many tourist destinations.
Come taste the many flavors of ancient Portugal, investigate the Roman ruins, 15th century Cities/ towns and discover the land we have come to love and enjoy.
Luxurious B & B Accommodation.
Picnic by the pool.
Relax by the pool.
Shade on a hot Summer afternoon .
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The Costa de Prata/Silver Coast region
Costa de Prata stretches along 200 kms in the centre of Portugal from Espinho in the north down to Ericeira. Lagoons, small villages in the hills, castles, forests, the beautiful pine forest Pinhal do Rei, the Berlengas Islands where there is good sea fishing, sandy beaches which are considered to be among the finest in Europe. The Berlenga Grande has been declared a National Bird Reserve. Costa de Prata has a lot to offer and is popular for visitors all year round.
Towns and villages in the Costa Prata: Aveiro ("The Venice of Portugal", colourfully painted, graceful swan–necked boats), Conimbriga (with fine remains of a Roman town), Nazaré (a small fishing village with a long beach), Óbidos (a medieval town, completely walled in), Torreira (a typical fishing village), Anadia (the centre of the Bairrada wine), Figueira da Foz (modern beach resort, casino), Leiria (castle built in 1135 on a plateau high above the town, hand–blown glassware), São Martinho (the beach is ideal for families with children).
Coimbra / Lousa area
Each of the following sites are an easy drive from Casa da Maria bed and breakfast. Local to Lousa you will find an ancient castle with it's own legend of occupancy. Next to the castle is a wonderful example of traditional Portuguese cuisine at the Burgo restaurant..
Coimbra, on the banks of the river Mondego, is the mainland's third-largest city. It is an ancient university town with one of the oldest universities in Europe and is also one of Europe's largest university cities. The students, wearing traditional black capes and faculty ribbons, add colour and life to the city. The famous week long festival, the Burning of the Ribbons, takes place in May, after exams.
The 12th-century Sé Cathedral and the Art Museum housed in a former Bishop's Palace are well worth a visit. The city is famous for its particular style of Fado (traditional songs, exceptional to Portugal). While at the University, be sure to include a tour of the ancient library in your plans.
A short drive to the south of Coimbra {Near Condexia} are the ruins of the ancient Roman city of Conimbriga. The museum and grounds are one of the best preservation sites in Europe.
Continuing on East from Conimbriga, is the quaint town of Panella which is built around the walls of a Midieval castle renovated recently for rural tourism. A Mideival pagent is presented each Fall.
Tomar is a world Heritage city, just to the south of Panella. If you are fortunate enough to catch the hat pagent once every four years you will be amazed at the fancy hats worn by local women for the event. Some are as large as the wearer.
Castello Branco, also a short day drive is situated in the mountains east of Tomar. The views there are breathtaking. .
How to get there
A large range of budget airlines service Lisbon and Porto airports, these include: BA, Thomson Fly, BMI Baby, Easyjet, Ryan Air.
We recommend you rent a car in Lisbon or Porto and travel via auto to the Coimbra area. There are many car hire companies in the area which offer a range of vehicles to suit every budget. Car hire companies include: Alamo, hertz, e-sixt and avis.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Porto: 100 km
Railway:
Lousa
Activities near Coimbra
Sports: Tennis in town Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Wi-fi available
Standard:
Iron, Hair dryer
Rooms:
Bedrooms (1), Ensuite (1)
Furniture:
Double beds (1), Lounge seating for 2, Sleeps maximum of 2
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Two suites available. Upstairs room has extra large king size bed, french doors onto private balcony with table and chairs. Downstairs room has king size bed and french doors going out to the courtyard also with a table and chairs for that early morning coffee.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Period
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13 Aug 08
31 Dec 08
343£288
4941
4941
2 Nights
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The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
* Single or double occupancy.
* Includes gourmet breakfast.
* A 25% deposit is required at the time of booking (in euros) and can be paid by direct deposit the balance due upon check-in.
The charge of 49 euros per night is all inclusive.
Please note: Check-in is between 3:00-6:00 pm. Departure by 10:00 am. Any variance to the posted times by pre-arrangement only.
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Contact details for home 42659
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Name:
Charles Johnson
Tel:
+351 239 996095
Mobile:
+ 938 818590
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Advertiser joined: 21 Dec 2007 This property added: 21 Dec 2007