Description

New holiday cottages available for rent in Mouronho,a pretty village in the Beira Alta region of Central Portugal. The two cottages, which each accommodate up to six people are set in a landscaped garden of 5000 sq. meters; the owners’ house is on site and has a separate apartment for up to four people, also for rent.The cottages are comprised of two double bedrooms with twin beds and a spacious lounge with a double sofa bed and satellite TV. Each cottage has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and combi-microwave. The bathroom has a full size bath with shower (thermostatically controlled) toilet and bidet.

The apartment has twin beds, a double sofa bed and is also fully equipped.All accommodation has central heating, double glazed windows and full insulation, with the cottages also having a wood burning stove, ideal for winter breaks as well as summer holidays.Childrens cot beds are available upon request, please ask when making your reservation. All linen is included and there are no extra charges for cleaning after your departure.Washing machine also available to use for a small fee.There is internet acces (WiFi )

The Surroundings

The area is beautifully forested and surrounded by the mountain ranges of Serra do Caramulo, Serra do Acor, Serra de Lousa and the Serra da Estrella which has the highest point in Portugal.There are many beautiful walks within the area including a 3km trek to the River Alva, there you can find one of the pretty river beaches used locally for bathing.Also within the region are some interesting towns, Arganile (7km) has a busy market every Thursday and Tabua (13km) has a local Sunday market where you can also sample the hot barbecued chicken enjoyed by the local folk.

Some other towns well worth a visit are Luso, with its natural spring, the very old town of Coja, Monte-mor-o-velho, Oliveria do hospital and Carregal do sal. If you venture to the top of the Serra de Estrella mountains you can visit the town of Seia, which lies in the foothills.Most towns have a wide selection of supermarkets, shops, banks, bars and restaurants.The Cities here are rich in Portuguese history, Coimbra, with its world famous library and old university and Viseu with its fine architecture. For archaeological interest there is the town of Conimbriga, which has a Roman excavation, and the village of Piodao, built entirely of xisto stone. Natural areas include bucaco, mata de Marganca, Vale do Alva and Fraga da Pena which has a beautiful waterfall.

Policies

After reservation by telephone or mail you have to pay half of the price within 14 days,The reservation is definitive as we receive the payment.A month before the holiday starts the total price must be payed.By reservation on short notice, payment according agreement.