Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Nearest amenities: 1 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Our Special little farmhouse Casa da Fontainho is a granite style farmhouse originally built in 1810 with two bedrooms one double and the other with two small old fashioned double beds, a small but comfortable lounge and kitchenette with a Fogo Montana Fireplace for those cosy evenings and fully equipped bathroom and spectacular mountain views, outside there is a small garden with a long granite table and benches to enjoy eating al-fresco, a portable BBQ for those tasty grills and a traditional wash tank with water running naturally from the mountain springs above, the village of Fontainho consists of six farmhouses, dotted along the pathway, we boast the best natural spring for fresh water known as "the Corga", A daily a bread van with warm freshly baked bread and wonderful donots will pass tooting its horn, the vegetable, fish mongers, and grocery vans will also pass on a frequent basis. The village of Cabril is 15 minutes walking distance., here you will find a small village buzzing with daily activities and farmers leading their cattle and livestock to graze, the distant ringing of cowbells in a wonderful sound to hear, we have plenty of countryside to explore with marked trails and many a natural pool and large reservoir with small beaches to swim from. Truly a very relaxing holiday to enjoy, we hope that you will enjoy our little corner of the North as much as we do.
View of Farmhouse
Front view of Farmhouse
Cabril Reservoir
Outside Granite table for eating al fresco!
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The Northern Mountains region
Parque Nacional da Peneda Gerês The magnificent Parque is known simply as Caldas do Gerês ( or Gerês ) the main centre of the park attracts more tourists than anywhere else in the Minho. Its split into three distinct parts, the central area based around the spa town Caldas do Gerês, the wilder northern section around the Serra da Peneda and the far eastern section of Serra da Gerês Both Serras remain largelty undiscovered, especially in the eastern section where the spectacular mountain terrain feels large impenetrable. (Walking maps are available at the Tourist office). Montalegre West of Chaves Montalegre looms up suddenly, commanding its surrounding plains, this frontier town with a history rooted in past centuries and its medieval fourteenth century castle. Nowadays it has a fair amount of modern development caused by the nearby Pisões dam. You might ask at the local bars about vinhos da morte ( wines of the dead ) so called because of the practice of maturing the wine in bottles buried underground at the nearby villages of Serra do Barroso. The Serra do Barrosos is famed for its smoked meats, (fumeiro) and ham ( presunto ).
Serra Peneda de Geres / Cabril area
The village of Cabril is 10 minutes walking distance from the farmhouse.In the village you will come across many friendly local folk, there is a couple of restaurant cafés, the little church up on the hill and a mini market. You can also wander down to the Cabril Reservoir and swim from one of the many man made beaches in the crystal clear water, or if you prefer walk up the majestic mountains, there are mant trails to follow and you will see all sorts of wild animal, mountain goats, wild ponies, cattles with their enormous horns and large bells, if you are lucky you'll spot wolves, wild hogs and plenty of different types of bird and wild fauna. In the North, there are many places of interest to visit. Oporto, famous for its Port & wines, take a boat down the Douro valley. Braga known as the Religious Capital of Portugal, visit the famous cathedral of Bom Jesus with its monumental staircase. Guimarães the birthplace of Afonso Henriques. Montalegre, Chaves & Gerêz, any of these places would make interesting exploration of this little known corner of the Minho. Places of Interest : Porto, Braga, Guimarães, Chaves,Montalegre to name but a few. As the local saying goes: “Coimbra studies; Braga prays; Lisbon show off; and Porto works.” Cabril relaxes....
How to get there
Our property is approx 90Km from Oporto airport. Cheap flights are available to Oporto airport with Easyjet, Ryanair, and TAP. Carhire is essencial and we recommend BUDGET.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Oporto: 90 km
Railway:
Braga: 50 km
Activities near Serra Peneda de Geres
Sports: Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire
General:
Satellite TV
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities:
Cooker, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:
Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1)
Furniture:
Double beds (3), Dining seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Please check with the owner regarding linen and towels.
Outdoors:
Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: The farmhouse has been recently renovated, still keeping the granite stone walls on the interior and exterior wooden floors and ceilings, thus keeping the cold out in the winter and keeps the house cool in the summer.
Although simply furnished, Casa Fontainho consists of the main room,( living/dining & kitchenette ) This is comfortably furnished, with a large wood burning stove, a couple of chairs and two small two seater sofas. A small dining table for 4 plus a Satelite TV offering a few English channels ( BBC / Sky news, CNN , MTV to name but a few ) Two tradionally styled bedrooms sleeping up to 4 adults, and a fully fitted bathroom adds to the comfort of our little home in the North.
The farmhouse is heated throughout by the wood burning stove.
Further details outdoors: We have small closed open plan garden with a long granite table and bench for eating al fresco. Portable BBQ for those tasty grills and a traditional wash tank with fresh water running from the mountain spring above, a wonderful view point to watch the villagers passing with their livestock, many a "Bom Dia" can be heard and a glass of vinho is always greatly appreciated. There is plenty of open countryside to explore., test your climbing skills and walk to the top of the mountains opposite stop at one of the many a special natural pools dotted along the river for swimming. Swimming is also allowed in the reservoir from the specially man made beaches. Why not visit the Ponte de Miserela a famous spot ( where many a barren women would seek prayer so that she would conceive ).
Further details
Linen and towels provided Please provide your own towels for sunbathing and use at the river or reservoir. Maid service provided once a week.
Conditions
25% deposit require on booking, balance to be paid 8 weeks prior to your arrival. Direction and location of keys provided with final booking confirmation.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
Convert to:
Prices for group size 4
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
20 Sep 08
28 Jun 09
350£350
4040
5050
3 Nights
28 Jun 09
6 Sep 09
450£450
5050
6060
3 Nights
6 Sep 09
29 Nov 09
350£350
4040
5050
3 Nights
22
Prices for group size 2
Period
From
To
Weekly
Nightly rate
Minimum stay
Weekday
Weekend
20 Sep 08
28 Jun 09
300£300
4040
5050
3 Nights
28 Jun 09
6 Sep 09
400£400
5050
6060
3 Nights
6 Sep 09
29 Nov 09
300£300
4040
5050
3 Nights
22
The owner's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
25% on booking and the final amount 8 weeks prior to your arrival.
Negotiable rate for scholars, researchers, writers and artists who have to stay for longer than 4 weeks.
In the Winter, however, you pay for the firewood at cost.
From October 2008 thru to March 2009 Monthly rate of £450 per month, ( 540 Euros ) this includes, water, electricity, linen, & Gas. Fire wood is extra and can be paid and organized locally, max 2 people sharing.
Guestbook
Sarah - What a wonderful unexplored corner of the North, we visited, Montalgre, Braga, Porto Guimarães, Viana do Castelo, we ate at the recommended restaurants and had a truly a unforgettable holiday the children loved the natural pools and the spectacular mountain scenery was so relaxing , we ventured below the Ponte de Miserela and dived in the crystal clear icy water and sunbathed like lizards on the rocks. Looking forward to our return in the summer of 2008 - Thankyou! James family 07 Stayed only a few days but what a truly magical place, learnt Portuguese, and spend many a barmy evening drinking wine and eating "petiscos" with the locals, the sound of distant cowbells I will remember for a long time to come, I recommend to all for that truly relaxing holiday in a time that stood still. - Geoff Davies
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Name:
Sarah Pereira
Tel:
+351 289 360947
Mobile:
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