Quinta Castaneira is a recently renovated traditional smallholding in Central Portugal, offering a beautiful balance for holidaymakers between comfort and tranquil rural escapism. Enjoy bright and spacious modern self-catered accommodation, and experience lounging by the poolside with a view of sunbathing cows and other farm animals! The accommodation that awaits is a first floor apartment with three double bedrooms, two bathrooms with showers, and a spacious open-plan living area with sofas, a dining table, and a fully equipped kitchen. There is a television for guests with Portuguese and international channels, and free WIFI throughout the property. Outside, guests can take advantage of a large covered space with honesty bar, BBQ, and fitted kitchen; a second covered dining area; a pool deck with parasols and sun loungers, and a 14m swimming pool - ideal for lengths - with an infinity edge and plunge pool. The Quinta is home to cows, potbellied pigs, chickens, dogs, cats, and peacocks. Please note, we accept only guests over the age of 12.

Your on-site hosts are Jemima and Wesley; from England and Belgium respectively. We met here in beautiful Portugal and have poured our hearts into creating a fun and relaxing holiday bubble into which you are cordially invited. Jemima is a commercial copywriter with a passion for gardening, and Wesley is a construction maestro who is finally embracing his dream of becoming a cowboy! Alongside us human hosts, our dogs Milla and Logan, farm cats Cleopatra and Tiberius, and proud peacock - who goes by "Mr Peacock" and does so like to show off in the courtyard - will certainly all be thrilled to meet you.

Quinta Castanheira is nestled in the Portuguese countryside between the three market towns of Santa Comba Dão, Carregal do Sal, and Tábua. Here, you will find forested hillsides, river beaches, vineyards, quaint cafés, and a gentle pace of existence. Within day-trip distance are the cities of Coimbra and Viseu, and the Estrela and Caramulo mountain ranges. Our local town, Santa Comba Dão is a historic market town filled with narrow cobbled streets and waterways that are fun to explore, alongside several supermarkets, restaurants, and bars. For those who prefer to walk, there is a gloriously humble road-side pizzeria around 25 minutes stroll from Quinta Castanheira. This is one of our favourite places to eat and the route to get there meanders along forest tracks and through local vineyards. In the wider area, there are numerous other restaurants to choose from and even an English pub around 15 minutes drive away. We are always happy to make suggestions! Also a short drive away is Senhora da Ribeira, one of the most popular river beach destinations in our area, which is wonderful for summer swimming and has beach-side bars and eateries.