Lisbon (Airport) → Pinhal Novo
(40 km)
Pinhal Novo
2 Nights
Palacio de Rio Frio
Swimming pool, Gardens, Walking, 4 Bedrooms (2 double and 2 twins
Palácio de Rio Frio was built at the beginning of this century. At the time it was one of the biggest estates in the country mainly producing wine. The house is decorated with fabulous tiles. They illustrate the rural communities at work, in particular the wine making. In the main lounge the wall are completely covered with colourful tiles typical of the Ribatejo Region. The house is surrounded by a beautiful garden and its standing in the middle of a small wood creating a peaceful atmosphere.
Place to Visit:
Lisbon, Cascais, Estoril, Pinhal Novo, Alcochete.
Pinhal Novo → Alcaçovas
(110 km)
Alcaçovas
2 Nights
Casa Santos Murteira
Swimming-pool, meals available on request, garden , walking, Open all year 6 Bedrooms (4 Double and 2 Twins)
The Casa Santos Murteira is a Manor House from the 18th century. Located in the historic town of Alcáçovas, near Évora, was originally built to be a diligence station. In 19th century the family build the second floor for the family accommodation and several infra-structures around the main house to support the farming activities. In 1994 Mrs. Dona Maria da Encarnação Santos Murteira Fernandes open her Family Home to ”Turismo de Habitação” to receive guests and to preserve the great Manor House heritage. This charming Alentejo Manor House is decorated with antiques and beautiful furniture, paintings and gorgeous tapestries.
Place to Visit:
Alcáçovas, Viana do Alentejo, Évora, Montemor-o-Novo, Alcácer do Sal
Alcaçovas → Crato
(320 km)
Crato
2 Nights
Casa do Largo
Swimming-pool, Games room, walking, Open all year 7 Bedrooms (3 Double and 4 Twins) |
Located in Alto Alentejo, in the historic Town of Crato, the Casa do Largo is an old Manor house that has been fully refurbished and adapted to Country Tourism. It is a very welcoming family house, which takes pride in its friendliness, comfort and refined details such as the Tiles (azulejos). Casa do Largo maintains an intimate atmosphere, thanks to the small number of guest rooms (7 Doubles /Twins), all restored with comfort and good taste. The breakfast is excellent and here the children are very welcome, the Owners redecorated a games room exclusively for them. At the outdoor terrace is located a poll for a refreshing swim or just to relax end read a Book .The attentive staff is happy to arrange rental bikes for you, making it easy to explore the region’s attractions. Casa do Largo is a prefect Place to stay for the lovers of the heritage and the nature. Invites for a short drive to Serra de São Mamede Natural Park, or to visit the most unknown Alentejo.
Place to Visit:
Crato, Flor da Rosa, Portalegre, Alter do Chão, Castelo de Vide, Marvão
Crato → Fundão
(130 km)
Fundão
2 Nights
Casa do Cimo
Games room with billiard, walking, gardens, Open all year 10 Bedrooms (6 Double and 4 Twins)
In the middle of the Cova da Beira among the mountains of Serra da Gardunha and Serra da Estrela this manor house dates from the 18th
century, it was dedicated to the kings of Portugal – D. Afonso IV to D. Maria I. At the present time the owners reconverted the whole house with comfort and genuine atmosphere of a traditional stately home. Casa do Cimo has a homelike spirit it is the ideal place to rest, to walk, to hiking and to do Mountains Sport.
Place to Visit:
Fundão, Castelo Branco, Guarda, Covilhã, Serra da Estrela Natural Park
Fundão → São Pedro do Sul
(170 km)
São Pedro do Sul
2 Nights
Casa do Condado de Beirós
Swimming-pool, Gardens, Games room with billiard, walking, Open all year 7 Bedrooms (Double and 7 Twins)
This 18th century manor house located near the spas of São Pedro do Sul is the ideal retreat for those seeking a vacation in harmony with health and nature. Formerly the residence of the first Viscount of Beirós, the house was restored sympathetically by the present owner, a vintage car collector who shares his enthusiasm with a small museum including one rare Cadillac once owned by American rock”n roll legend Elvis Presley. |
Place to Visit:
São Pedro do Sul, Vouzela, Viseu, Coimbra
São Pedro do Sul → Celorico de Basto
(175 km)
Celorico de Basto
2 Nights
Casa de Canedo
Evening meal available on request, Swimming pool, Gardens, Open all year 9 Bedrooms (6 double and 3 twins)
The Casa de Canedo is a country manor house build in the 17th century, wich was and still is the focus of an agricultural and forestry operation that extends over approximately 90 acres. Located in the Basto region, an area famous for its beautiful countryside ans its wines, it is
equidistant from the villages of Cabeceiras de Basto, Celorico de Basto and Mondim de Basto, each them the administrative centre of a municipality. The house is situated in a peaceful valley, about 500 metres from the road, between Fermil de Basto and Arco de Baúlhe. It looks out
on the mountains of the Serra do Marão which rise up on the other side of the Tâmega river to the high peak of Senhora da Graça.
Place to Visit:
Celorico de Basto, Cabeceiras de Basto, Amarante, Natural Park of Alvão, Vila Real, Guimarães
Celorico de Basto → Ponte de Lima
(120 km)
Ponte de Lima
2 Nights
Paço de Calheiros
Swimming pool, Tennis, Gardens, Walking, Horseback riding, Bicycles 9 Bedrooms (6 double and 3 twins), 6 apartments for 2 persons (twin),
Paço de Calheiros has a most impressive entrance with its distinguished gateway, beautiful tree-lined drive and stone fountain. The
Count of Calheiros, who will proudly show his 17 Th Century family home, makes guests to feel very welcome. A magnificent view of the Lima valley can be seen from the tranquil gardens.
Place to Visit:
Ponte de Lima (Historical Centre); Viana do Castelo (Historical Centre, Santa Luzia); Ponte da Barca (Historical Centre); Arcos de Valdevez (Historical Centre); National Park of Peneda Gerês; Natural Reserve of Lagoas de Bertiandos; Serra D’Arga
Ponte de Lima → Porto (Airport) (80 km) |
