The inspiration for this one-of-a-kind apartment came from the original Portuguese name of the land, ’Moinho das Canas’, which, freely translated, means Cane Mill. As the name suggests, a lot of cane grows here, and we used this material to decorate this apartment. You will find bamboo used in all sorts of ways: in the ceilings and interior finishing, in the table, the kitchen shelves, and even the bed. The use of other natural building materials, such as cork, wood and stone, gives the apartment a truly harmonious feel. The Bamboo Apartment features:
•one bedroom with double bed (160cm x 200cm)
•bathroom with shower, toilet and sink,
•a corridor with wardrobe
•a split level down (50 cm 3 steps) open space living, dining and kitchen area •a simple rural kitchen with fridge, gas stove with oven, extraction fan and utensils.
•a low loft to sleep up to 2 children, accessed by a wooden ladder •fire place for winter
•terrace
•decking with great view
•free wifi
•hairdryer on request (please don’t bring your own – due to energy efficiency)
•use of washing machine (not in the apartment but nearby) •bike rental on request
The living area contains a comfy, bespoke sofa, situated near a cosy wood-burner. A tiny oven built into the stove means that, on a cold day, you could even make a fire and cook a cake, should the mood take you. The windows to the front of the apartment grant an amazing view of the valley and access to a beautiful wooden decking area (more than 30m²), complete with outside shower and plenty of space for lounging, sitting, or enjoying yoga. On the other side we have a tiled outside area – for extra sun exposure in the morning and on windy days. Through this side you can also access your vehicle’s parking area, located just 30 meters away from the apartment, at the end of a wide, slate-paved path.
Electricity, water and gas are included in the price; as is wood during the colder winter months. The building is centrally heated. For guests with children we can provide cots for the bedroom. Younger children can sleep on an extra bed in the living room or, if over seven years old, can use the low mezzanine level – a great adventure for kids (accessed via a small staircase).