Obidos (Silver Coast)
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About the home
LOCATION LOCATION LOCATION - Ideal for families, our new luxury modern villa is located in a residential area in beautiful scenic location.Just 10min walk to the ancient medieval walled town of Obidos and the castle.There are plenty of shops, restaurants, bars and also a large modern supermarket, bank internet facilities within walking distance. The villa has its own private pool and outdoor brick BBQ and Patio furniture for outdoor entertainment. With vineyards and country walks on your doorstep it really is the best of both worlds.
All rooms are furnished to a high standard with a modern fully equipped kitchen..
The house has gas central heating with instant hot water and and wood burner for those romantic winter breaks.
For special offers see rental rates!
| Size: | Sleeps up to 7, 3 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Foz da Relho/ Praia del rey/Sao Martinho do Porto, 10km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Hen and stag parties House swaps Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 500m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | May take pets - please enquire No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 2 en suites |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (2), Cots (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Wheelchair friendly, Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
The villa is tastefully decorated and furnished to a very high standard.
The comfortable living room has a leather suite and wall mounted flat screen TV with satellite channels including ITV and BBC, and Cbeebies and a DVD player with a great collection of DVD, and portable radio/CD player.
Two of the bedrooms have en suites and balconies to sit out and enjoy the surrounding views.
There are automatic gates with intercom system and central vacuuming for your convenience.
All beds are extremely comfortable with white crisp luxury cotton sheets fitted on all beds. There is a private swimming pool and BBQ area to the rear of villa. (BBQ courtyard has two steps leading up to it from back door with wheelchair ramp available)
The main bathroom is located downstairs suitable for wheelchair access which has a large bath with shower over head bidet toilet and washbasin
Turn down service and cleaning available on request (extra charge)
You may request a full shopping delivery service to be in the villa upon your arrival, please contact owners for further information ( charge of items will be added to your rental cost )
Many child friendly extras include -
Cot
High chair
Bath seat
Car seat
Stair gates up & down
Child pool safety fence if required
Paddling pool
Child monitor
Toys, books and games
Children's DVDs
Further details outdoors:
The garden is equipped with large patio table, parasol, chairs, recliners sun beds, inflatables for the pool, Boogie boards ,beach mats picnic box thermal flask , beach toys and wind breaker are supplied for trips to the beach.
There are also two adult size bicycles.
There is a brick charcoal BBQ for outdoor cooking..
The villa overlooks a communal green area at the front if the children need space to kick a ball.
Further details
Luxury welcome pack and information book will be there on arrival for our guests
Cleaning and shopping service available on request (extra charge)
Baby sitting service available on request.
Conditions
We would prefer weekly bookings, however a daily rate is negotiable with the owner.
Sorry no pets allowed except for service dogs.
No smoking inside the house.
Refundable breakages deposit of 300 Euro required in advance which will be returned within two weeks of departure after inspection of the property.
Payment in full required eight weeks prior to holiday where possible.
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The Costa de Prata/Silver Coast/Central Portugal region
The Silver Coast area in the West of Portugal is an area that has a temperate climate with mild winters, warm summers, and pleasant Autumns.
There are colourful vineyards, five star golf courses, cliff tops overlooking miles of sandy beaches,hilltops with white windmills, ancient monuments and museums to be explored.
The people are friendly and welcoming making the area a memorable place to explore the real Portugal.
The Obidos area
The ancient medieval walled town of Obidos just is a short walk from our luxury villa with its cobbled streets lined with houses shops gifts and crafts a plenty,bars restaurants and many churches.there is also a post office, pharmacy internet cafe ,garage and tourist office in walking distance,.
There are numerous festivals held throughout the year to be enjoyed these include the Easter ,medieval,chocolate and Christmas festival. The Obidos lagoon is about 10 min drive for fishing boating and water sports. The magnificent historical town of Óbidos, located some 80 km Northwest of Lisbon, only a few kilometres away from the Atlantic Ocean, is one of the most beautiful and picturesque sites of the Iberian Peninsula.
Founded by the Celts in 308 BC, Óbidos was conquered by the Romans in the first century and occupied by the Moors in the eighth century. The latter built the town wall, which still today is completely intact surrounding the white washed houses painted with blue or yellow bars.
The medieval town of Óbidos with its castle, churches and historic monuments, is blessed with a moderate climate where the warm southern sunshine mingles with a cool mountain breeze.
The natural enchantment of Óbidos, the traditional hospitality of its inhabitants and the Portuguese regional culinary delights including fresh seafood and local wines turn this place into a must for any tourist visiting Portugal.
The lagoon of Obidos is the largest sea-water lagoon in Portugal, and provides a wonderful aray of activities to those who chance to enjoy this experience.
It has an average depth of 2 metres, and extensive areas from it's sandy beach surround extend only to half a metre making a truely family orientated place to be !
Some water sports are available too, since in certain parts the depth reaches 5 metres making water-skiing and other activities easily suitable.
At the junction of the lagoon and the sea, the sandy beaches extend around on both sides and visitors have the choice to enjoy the Atlantic waves or the quite and relatively still waters of the lagoon - all from the same beach !
Around the perimeter of the lagoon, there are beautiful quite walks and cycle tracks embracing the pine woods, beach side restaurants and on the north side, the lovely small village of Foz which bodes several fish restaurants, cafe's and beach-side amentities.
To the nearside of the lagoon, is the lovely peaceful Praia Do Bom Sucesso - miles of soft white sanded beach surrounding the lagoon creating safe swimming & bathing for all.
The city of Caldas da Rainha is 5km away with great shopping, daily outdoor fresh fruit and vegetable market and town park with children's playground, boating lake and museum.
A new indoor shopping centrer has opened in the town centre a multi screen cinema that shows movies in English. There are several beach resorts and 5 star golf courses within 15-20 minutes drive from the villa.
The well known golf resort of Praia del Rey is 15 minutes drive away with two more 5 star golf courses in Obidos due for completion in the near future.
Beautiful beaches such as Sao Martinho do Porto ,Foz daRelho, Baleal, are fifteen minutes drive away
Further afield just 30 minutes drive are the lovely fishing towns of Nazare and Peniche......
The historical monastery and picturesque town of Alcobacha, and the shrine of Fatima are also well worth a visit.
There are vineyards 20 minutes drive from the villa where you can sample the fine champagne and wines of the region.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Lisbon: 76 km |
| Railway: | Caldas da rainha...: 5 km |
| Ferry: | Lisbon |
Fly to Lisbon direct with several airlines which include Aerlingus and drive to our villa in less than an hour.
Numerous car hire companies are available at airports in Lisbon & Porto and in the nearby shopping town of Caldas da Rainha which is 5km from the villa.. Contact us for recomended car hire companies..Lisbon Airport is recommended as it is an easy drive along the A8 taking between 50 mins to 1 hour depending on traffic.
If you don't want to hire a car then you can take a taxi from Lisbon airport to Lisbon bus station (15 Euro) and there is a direct regular coach service from there taking just over an hour (9 Euro each way).
Alternatively you can fly to Oporto (2.5 hour drive) or Faro (3.5 hour drive).
Bmibaby flies to Lisbon from Manchester; to Faro from Cardiff, Birmingham and East Midlands.
British Airways flies from Heathrow to Lisbon and Gatwick to Faro.
EasyJet flies to Lisbon from Bristol, Edinburgh, Liverpool, Gatwick and Luton; to Faro from Belfast, Bristol, East Midlands, Glasgow, Liverpool, Gatwick, Luton, Stansted and Newcastle.
Flybe flies to Faro from Exeter and Southampton.
Flyglobespan flies to Faro from Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen.
Also see Ryan Air who fly Dublin to Porto/Faro
Aer Lingus fly Dublin to Lisbon/Faro.
All of Obidos has been declared a national monument.
It is known as the "Wedding Present Town" because it was a gift King Dinis gave to Queen Isabel on their wedding day in 1282, but that alone is not what makes it such an extraordinarily romantic place -- what make it one of Europe's most romantic medieval villages are its incredibly picturesque cobblestone streets lined with colorful houses filled with geraniums and bougainvillea, Gothic doorways and windows, whitewashed churches, flowerpots and dazzling tiles -- all encircled by the walls of a 12th century castle. Scaling its 13m (45ft)-high medieval walls is the best way to admire this picture postcard-perfect place.
The main street ("Rua Direita") leads from the town gate (decorated with 18th century tile panels) to the main square (Praça de Santa Maria). It has a beautiful fountain, a 15th century pillory, the Town Museum (with exhibits ranging from archeological finds to 15-17th centuries sculpture and paintings), and Santa Maria Church. That's where 10-year-old King Afonso V married his 8-year-old cousin Isabel in 1444, with an interior entirely faced with tiles and containing the tomb of João de Noronha, the castle governor who died in 1575. Closeby is Misericordia Church (with a fine Baroque doorway), while outside the walls is the Amoreira Aqueduct, built at the behest of Catherine of Austria in 1575.
Every July a Medieval Fair recreates the Middle Ages with medieval music, knights, witches, and theater performances, and during the International Chocolate Festival in November, Obidos becomes the world's chocolate capital with incredible chocolate sculptures.
The best way to experience the romantic atmosphere of the village is to stay overnight when most visitors are gone. You'll find yourself filled with medieval romance when you step outside and find the walls floodlit and the narrow alleys brightened by the moonlight this is delight of Villa Obidos as we are only 15min walk to the town's center.
Activities near Obidos
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf less than 15 mins walk
Fishing
Walking holidays
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 21 Sep 2011 |
We really enjoyed our week in Obidos! Well equipped and very comfortable house - Obidos is a particularly pretty and interesting town. Easy drive to various fantastic beaches. Children really enjoyed... more |
02 Jul 2011 |
We had a great week in this very comfortable villa. It has lovely bedrooms and a spacious, cool indoor dining / sitting area for when the sun gets too hot. The pool and outdoor space is just right... more |
03 Jun 2011 |
This was the perfect place for us. It was clean, cheap, in a nice location and had a hint of luxury about it. The kids had a great time, I had an even better one and the owner was very accommodating. I'd definitely recommend it. Response: Hi many thanks for your kind review, we are so delighted you enjoyed your stay with us. We are even happier you have booked once again for summer 2011. We are committed to making your stay with us even better and we hope the price reflects this thinking. See you all in Aug and maybe 2012 can make 3/3. Sincerely John & Niamh Campbell. |
Guestbook for Obidos (Silver Coast)
" Beautiful house , perfect location, thank you for a memorable holiday" P O Donoghue Ireland
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Thank you for letting us stay in such a nice house the extra touches made it all the more special" Mr. Barry Dublin
"We travelled to Portugal with our two young children, the child facilities made us feel more relaxed and confident.the safety features were much appreciated" Mr and Mrs Gordon Ireland.
Great house with great golf nearby prices excellent a welcomed change to the Algarve.
Hi we stayed in your villa for five days in OCT 10 - the weather was still warm and the villa was excellent. we did not expect the quality of the furnishings to be so good. the beds were very comfortable and we loved the extras provided. We'll be back hopefully in 11.
We had a great stay in your villa in obidos, the kids loved the pool and your extra touches were a treat, thanks a mill. George Hall & family (UK) June 10
The villa is extremely child friendly and safe. Perfectly located to the town of Obidos we were able to walk to the supermarket and to the town. Our 4 year old daughter loved the pool and all the toys & children's DVDs. The pool safety fence gave us added peace of mind. Thanks so much for our holiday in Obidos. Mc Guinness family Celbridge Co. Kildare Ireland.
Loved this villa excellent location and facilities for kids. The luxury of the villa is outstanding we found it extremely comfortable. The pool was great not huge but the boys enjoyed it all the same. The bonus was the safety fence we could put it up and feel secure also the other safety features in the villa was so child friendly. We loved the toys DVDs & games for the kids these were a god sent when mammy & daddy wanted to relax and enjoy the sun/pool. We would recommend this villa to families with kids & teenagers. Being so close to the unbelievable town of Obidos was great a short walk up hill to the town centre but all down hill going home.
We are seriously considering a return visit for the summer festival of 09 which we just missed this time round.
Frank Jean Tadgh & Grace Finnigan Westmeath travelled & stayed in Aug/Sep 10.
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros € | Convert to: |
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| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Low season | 9 Jan 12 | 1 Apr 12 | € 500 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| April | 1 Apr 12 | 1 May 12 | € 650 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| May | 1 May 12 | 1 Jun 12 | € 700 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| June | 1 Jun 12 | 1 Jul 12 | € 900 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| July | 1 Jul 12 | 1 Aug 12 | € 1100 | - | - | 1 Week |
| August | 1 Aug 12 | 1 Sep 12 | € 1150 | - | - | 1 Week |
| September | 1 Sep 12 | 1 Oct 12 | € 1000 | - | - | 1 Week |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Nightly pricing or long term winter lets are negotiable upon availability.
A bank transfer or Bank draft in Euro must be sent to the owner 8 weeks in advance when possible
price includes Cleaning Utility bills and Laundry.
Availability
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Languages spoken     The owner is based in Ireland and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2011. This villa has received 8 reviews from previous guests.  |
