Casa Aurora
About the home
The ideal setting of the house ensures that you are within walking distance of all the sights that Obidos has to offer.
********** DISCOUNT February £195 p w
The ancient castle, walls, museums and churches are practically on your door step. Views of the castle, church towers and ancient buildings from the patio windows in the sitting/dining room and from the bedrooms are spectacular. You will enjoy photographing your family and friends among such beautiful, historic surroundings.
The house is bright, comfortably furnished and has all modern conveniences.
It is in a private development of about 30 houses all specifically designed to fit in with the historic environment.
Obidos is perfect for those who like eating out, walking, enjoy golf (10 mins away ) fishing, water sports
and cultural events.
You can get a bus from Lisbon which takes you directly to Obidos.
This house is available also for long term rentals.
Please ask for details.
tel 02871 359120 Mobile 07912 605 048
From outside UK 0044 2871 359 120 Mobile 0044 7912 605 048
| Size: | Sleeps up to 6, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Foz do Arelho, 8km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets |
| Access: | Car not necessary Nearest amenities: 200m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed Smokers welcome Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 2 family bathrooms |
| Furniture: | Sofabeds (1), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The modern kitchen is fully equipped for cooking, having all mod. cons.
There is a bathroom with bath, shower, wc, wash-hand basin and it is fully tiled. A set of six towels is provided.
There is also a smaller bathroom with wash-hand basin and wc.
The two bedrooms are comfortable, light and airy and bed-linen is provided.
There is also a cot for babies or toddlers. Heaters are available for winter holidays.
Long term (two months or more) Winter Lets are negotiable.
Further details outdoors:
There is space for parking on the street outside the front door.
As well as having a private patio there is communal garden area and this is also suitable for family gatherings and barbecues on fine evenings.
Casa Aurora is within walking distance of all amenities and nearby are bus-stops which do regular/daily trips to local beaches and also to Lisbon.
The bus to the beach at Foz de Arellho, and to Peniche, which is a charming fishing village, is about 100 metres from the house. There are regular trips to a National Park from Peniche.
Whilst the landscape is very picturesque during the day, at night there is an added dimension of beauty as you see the town softly silhouetted against the night sky.
There is a local internet office on the main street of Obidos which offers free internet services.
There are so many interesting walks within the immediate vicinity of Casa Aurora and after dinner it is a joy to stroll among the streets and take in the sweet fragrance of the bougainvilla and other local flowers. Or you could walk towards the old viaduct for a longer walk.
Further details
Discounts available for 3 - 4 week winter bookings or longer.
Conditions
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Smoking permitted on the terrace and the balconies.
A deposit of 100 pounds stg is required to confirm the booking and the balance is payable 6 weeks before the holiday begins.
A refundable breakages deposit of £50 is required .
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The Costa de Prata/Silver Coast/Central Portugal region


THE SILVER COAST is an area of Portugal which is relatively undiscovered. It is outstandably beautiful with many coastal villages and towns.
The climate is mild and not as extreme as other parts of Europe.
Obidos is a WORLD HERITAGE SITE.
Obidos is listed as a World Heritage Site, no doubt, due to the way in which the architectural features have been exquisitely preserved.
The history of Obidos as a medieval garrison town is well documented and there are booklets and maps detailing its history and general tourist attractions is available in the house.
The roads from the airport are excellent. The people are courteous and friendly and the local cuisine is exquisite.
Compared to other areas of Portugal and other countries in Europe the Silver Coast area of Portugal has a very healthy climate.
The Obidos area
You can stroll along the walls of the castle and enjoy the scent of bougainvilla , honesuckle and the other plants and flora of the area.
Panormic views across the surrounding countryside from the battlements will rival anything that Tuscany has to offer.
The architecture of the museum, castle, churches and great town houses offer examples of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque features.
During the spring and summer season there are local festival and open-air concerts are often performed free of charge.
Enjoy the spectacular beauty of this little gem of a town as you walk through the narrow, cobbled streets or rest in the welcoming cafe or bar for a drink of the local liquer.
From Obidos you can take the local bus for 2 euros to the nearest town Caldas da Reinha and visit the ceramic shops which sell a variety of decorative ceramiscs straight from the factory
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Lisbon: 70 km |
| Railway: | Obidos |
| Ferry: | Berlengas Island, Peniche.: 20 km |
Fly to Oporto (Porto) or to Lisbon . Lisbon is 50 minutes (70km) from Obidos but the flights to Oporto , which is 150 km away, are usually much cheaper.
The roads from both airports are excellent and well sign-posted. There are regular bus services to Obidos. Caldas na Reinha is the nearest town and well worth exploring as a typical Portuguese town.
Activities near Obidos
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Good nightlife
City breaks
Cycling holidays
Guestbook for Casa Aurora
"This was a great holiday and we enjoyed waking up to the beauty of Obidos . Your house is beautiful ."
R.S. Gill
"Your house is beautiful as is Obidos. We'll be back...." Mr. A O'Leary Ireland
"A very enjoyable holiday in Obidos. Endlessly busy and we enjoyed the comfort of Casa Aurora ......" J and L
Bryson (Midlands)
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 6 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| February 2012 | 1 Feb 12 | 1 Mar 12 | £ 205 | - | - | 1 Week |
| March 2012 | 1 Mar 12 | 1 Apr 12 | £ 275 | - | - | 1 Week |
| April | 1 Apr 12 | 1 May 12 | £ 310 | - | - | 1 Week |
| May 2012 | 1 May 12 | 1 Jun 12 | £ 335 | - | - | 1 Week |
| June 2012 | 1 Jun 12 | 1 Jul 12 | £ 340 | - | - | 1 Week |
| July | 1 Jul 12 | 1 Aug 12 | £ 445 | - | - | 1 Week |
| August 2012 | 1 Aug 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 515 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September 2012 | 1 Sep 12 | 1 Oct 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week |
| October 2012 | 1 Oct 12 | 1 Nov 12 | £ 305 | - | - | 1 Week |
| November 2012 | 1 Nov 12 | 1 Dec 12 | £ 170 | - | - | 1 Week |
| December 2012 | 1 Dec 12 | 1 Jan 13 | £ 205 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Tel 02871359120
Mobile 07912 605 048 or email by filling out the enquiry form below.
General Booking Arrangements:
Booking Deposit 100 stg or 100 euros .
Balance due 8 weeks before the start of the holiday.
Refundable damage deposit 50 stg. or 50 euros
DISCOUNTS FOR FOUR WEEK BOOKINGS FROM 1ST NOVEMBER 2010 UNTIL 31 MARCH 2011 155 STG PER WEEK
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting Frances & Bryan Robson
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