I was born in London but have lived and taught in various countries around the world. I am a language teacher and have always been interested in travel and meeting people. Having moved to a fascinating region of Portugal it was our goal to open an Alojamento Local so that visitors to the country can see what the central region has to offer.

Luxury 1 bedroom apartment with pool for up to 4 people. Set in a rural location yet within easy reach of Tomar with its Templar connections, Convent and Castle and Lisbon is just an hour away by train. The waves of Nazare, famous Monastery of Batalha, Golega with its annual week long horse fair, the lake of Castelo de Bode, Almourol Castle, waterfalls ,river beaches and much more - an ideal central location to explore the region.

NEW FOR 2024 - Our pool has been completed! Ideal for cooling off on those hot summer days. Sumptuously appointed, fully furnished base from which to explore all that central Portugal has to offer. The site of the amazing Tomar Convent of Christ and Castle is just 15 minutes away. A further 5 minutes brings you to the spectacular Aqueduct which fed water to the convent and grounds from the 16th century onwards. Below the castle you can meander through the warren of ancient cobbled streets, stopping off in the charming shops, restaurants and bars along the way. Sit in the riverside café and watch the world go by or if you are feeling more active canoes and zorbs are available for hire or there is an outdoor swimming pool close by. Learn about the story of Tomar’s famous saint in the Chapel of Santa Iria and take a peek in the church of Sao Joao de Baptista. Find a bargain in the Friday morning Market or visit the workshop where ladies handcraft and paint tiles. Pop into the Matchbox museum in the same courtyard. Enjoy an evening of live music and delicious traditional Portuguese cuisine in the local Tabernaculo do Rio music bar. Booking recommended! The Industrial Museum (Fabrica des Artes) is a fascinating place to learn about the local industrial heritage. To the south of us runs the mighty Tagus River. Its headwaters are in Spain and it flows all the way from eastern Portugal to the Atlantic at Lisbon. Along the stretch close to us there are some interesting spots to visit. Almourol Castle sits proudly on an island in the middle of the river but it is possible to visit by boat. Be sure to visit the picturesque village of Constancia with its river beach, butterfly house, canoe hire and colourful Easter festival. Vila Nova de Barquinha with it’s modern sculpture park and the pretty riverside village of Tancos. In November there is the famous Lusitano Horse Festival which takes place at Golega. A fascinating and unique event to experience.