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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Outeiro
Centro Cultural de Ansião
Place, Centro Cultural de Ansião
16 min drive
Penela Castle
Place, Penela Castle
24 min drive
Church of San Miguel
Place, Church of San Miguel
24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Detached Villa With A Private Swimming Pool In A Stunning Location. Sleeps 6
Detached Holiday Home in Outeiro, Nr. Ansiao/Pombal /Penela, Silver Coast, Portugal - Superb Nearby River Beaches, Restaurants Bars And Shops 5 Minutes Away. The pool and the villa are for your exclusive use. They are not shared by any other party! This detached villa with private swimming pool is near to excellent local facilities including Aqua Parks & many superb river beaches. It stands in a quarter acre garden of immense character with huge limestone rocks + ancient olive, fig and bay trees providing shade for long lazy days with the fridge close to hand! The 6 metre ‘Wall of Glass’ in the lounge opens onto a full length balcony with breathtaking views over the garden to the hills beyond. The villa occupies a private and peaceful location on the edge of the village of Outeiro yet is only a 5 minute drive to shops, bars, restaurants & a 40 minute journey west through a beautiful landscape of vines, orchards & olive groves to the stunning resorts of The Silver Coast. You can also venture into hidden valleys and bathe at one of the many river beaches for which this area is famous, or away into the mountains where stunning views seem endless, ancient villages cling to steep hillsides and towns nestle beneath medieval castles.
Swimming Pool environment, Garden & Barbecue:
Imagine…. relaxing on a warm summer day. Water cascades gently down a huge limestone rock, mixing with the soothing sounds of birdsong & the murmur of rustling leaves from a nearby bay tree….
To maintain the beauty of our natural landscape we worked closely with a local pool construction company to create a special environment - peaceful & tranquil. The family friendly pool area has 2 pools.
Our main pool is 8m long & 4m wide (26 feet long & 13 feet wide) Depth is variable 1.1m to 1.5m (3ft 6 inches to 5 feet) & is accessed via steps into the shallow end or swimming pool ladder into the deep end.
From here you can watch your children splashing around in their own separate, shallow 2.5 x 1.5m (8 feet x 5 feet) pool.
Both pools are fresh & pure, cleaned throughout the day by our filtration system.
Child safety is paramount. To achieve maximum security without spoiling the beauty of the pool we have installed a 1.1m high toughened glass safety barrier with a lockable gate.
FAMILY FRIENDLY, SIMPLE TO UNDERSTAND PRICING POLICY. Our children are now adults but we recall holidays we couldn’t afford because of very high prices during school holidays. We therefore decided not to inflate our prices to coincide with specific school holiday dates. For example, you won't pay more for a week at Easter during March or April than you would for any other week during those months. Inflated prices make it impossible for many families to enjoy a special holiday. Compare our prices; simple to understand & they won’t make you feel like you have been robbed!
Finally, for your peace of mind, Casa Bedrock has been awarded the Alojamento Local license number 19381/AL This is your assurance that we comply with the latest safety standards & regulations.
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Fake or enhanced tanning products must not be used. Suntan lotion only. Further staining of the pool liner or within the house may result in a charge
Strictly NO glassware or crockery allowed in pool area.
BBQ must be cleaned prior to departure.
Important information
You need to know
Property Registration Number 19381/AL
Property # 8037728
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Ansiao
Located in Ansiao, this villa is in the city centre and on a river. PO.RO.S - Portugal Roman Museum in Sicó and Seminário Maior de Coimbra are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Serra de Sicó Observation Post and Penela Castle. Travelling with kids? Consider Biological Park of Serra da Lousa and Praia das Rocas. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Centro Cultural de Ansião - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
Senhora da Estrela Viewpoint - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
Penela Castle - 24 min drive - 19.4 km
Church of San Miguel - 24 min drive - 19.4 km
Conímbriga Ruins - 36 min drive - 29.9 km
Getting around
Coimbra Station - 34 min drive
Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 126 min drive
Restaurants
Tarouca - 11 min drive
Garden - 11 min drive
ViRiDi - 18 min drive
Alvorge - 9 min drive
Café Bonito - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Detached Villa With A Private Swimming Pool In A Stunning Location. Sleeps 6 have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Detached Villa With A Private Swimming Pool In A Stunning Location. Sleeps 6 pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Detached Villa With A Private Swimming Pool In A Stunning Location. Sleeps 6?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Detached Villa With A Private Swimming Pool In A Stunning Location. Sleeps 6?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Detached Villa With A Private Swimming Pool In A Stunning Location. Sleeps 6?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Detached Villa With A Private Swimming Pool In A Stunning Location. Sleeps 6 located?
Located on a river, this family-friendly villa is within 9 mi (15 km) of Serra de Sicó Observation Post, Penela Castle and Church of San Miguel. PO.RO.S - Portugal Roman Museum in Sicó and Pombal Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Had a fantastic week here, villa was perfect for a family of 4 (kids aged 7 and 5). The property was clean and well kept, the pool was large and great for the kids to play in and the garden was beautifully landscaped with plenty of shady spots to sit with a book. Hosts were very helpful and the check in and out process was nice and simple.
What a fantastic Villa with Pool, well equipped with air con in the bedrooms. Lovely and quiet but close enough, with a car, to travel to local restaurants, historical places of interest and beaches. Dave and Corrine are extremely helpful and quick to respond. Thank you so much.
Philip G.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2025
Thank you Philip for your review! Corinne and I are delighted to hear that you and your lovely family enjoyed Casa Bedrock and the area so much. You were excellent guests - quick to respond and a pleasure to deal with. You are welcome back at any time.
This property is tucked away in a tiny village, is beautifully quiet, has every amenity you want with a lovely garden, BBQ and pool for outdoor living.
We were very happy here, and could have stayed longer without any problem!
The countryside around is very scenic, and a short trip into the mountains provides spectacular views.
An excellent venue!
Dennis W.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Dennis. Great to hear that you enjoyed Casa Bedrock & the area so much! We totally agree about the mountains - not too far distant as they give way to the hills & olive groves surrounding Casa Bedrock - then through to the wonderful Silver Coast.
We had a wonderful vacation at Casa Bedrock.
We didn't lack anything and enjoyed the mostly very good weather, the quiet location, the clean pool and the very nice and well-equipped house that left nothing to be desired.
We visited beautiful destinations from the guidebook every day and then cooled down and relaxed at the pool.
The hosts were always very quick and friendly to answer any questions we had.
We can recommend the property without reservation if you want to spend a quiet and relaxing holiday.
Mirco T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Lovely review, thank you Mirco. Delighted to hear that you enjoyed your holiday at Casa Bedrock and that you were able to make good use of our guidebook. So much to see and do! You were excellent guests and a pleasure to deal with throughout.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christine K.
5 July 2018
Highly recommended
Beautiful location and well equipped house. The area is perfect for walks and hiking and the lovely garden would be ideal to relax and enjoy (unfortunately we were very unlucky with the weather). Thanks very much Dave for being so helpful and providing your famous guidebook full of handy and interesting information!
PS Best WiFi connection we have ever had in a holiday home.
Christine K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you for your great review Christine! Sorry for the disappointing weather… Fortunately, poor weather is extremely uncommon & therefore we hope that this rare occurrence won’t put you off visiting Casa Bedrock again.
Very nice property in a small village. Great location for day trips to many sites. House was well maintained and well organized with everything you need.. property was stunning . Did not use the pool
As weather was cool but it looked very inviting and spacious. Definitely recommend for those who like peace and quiet and a true feel for interior Portugal.
Victor H.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2024
Thank you Victor for your wonderful review! It was a delight to deal with you throughout the booking process. Corinne and I are delighted to hear that we were able to provide such a memorable and peaceful holiday. A 5 star guest!
The villa is very spacious and in a quiet location.
The views are lovely.
The villa is solidly built with thick walls which keep the space cool. This also means that there was a slight odour inside the kitchen cupboards.
The pool was well used by our family.
We used the guide book a few times to explore the surrounding area
A car is essential to explore the area.
The villa was generally clean, but the oven needed attention.
Overall we had a great stay and would recommend.
Thank you
evelyn c.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2024
Thank you Evelyn for your 5 star review and recommendation! Pleased to hear you felt the villa was cool despite the hot weather. Likewise the pool! We are pleased you felt that the the villa was clean. As many previous reviewers attest, it is something we always score very highly on. We were a bit surprised that you felt the oven needed attention. It is not something we have ever experienced before but we will certainly make sure that everything is OK for future guests. The slight odour in the cupboards is, once again, not something we (nor previous guests) have experienced. I am sure this was an isolated incident and might result from this year's unusually wet Spring weather. Our cleaning team do clean the cupboards as required and I have no doubt they have endeavoured to leave them in clean condition. Unfortunately, it might take a little while to eradicate all traces but future guests can rest assured that if any slight odour remains - the cupboards are clean. Once again, thank you for your excellent review. You were 5 star guests.
David & Corinne
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joanne J.
4 Sept 2017
Perfect Peaceful Location
We are just home from a 2 week stay at Casa Bedrock & already want to return!! The area is very peaceful, perfect for relaxing. Our children loved the pool and spent nearly all their time in it. The villa itself is so well equipped. Wifi was great & kept everyone happy as well as lots of English tv channels. Air con in the bedrooms was fantastic & the villa itself stayed so cool even after day's hitting 30 degrees. The kitchen is well equipped & was easy to cook meals & with the added bonus of a dishwasher, or if you want to eat out there are many lovely restaurants within 5/10 min drive. Shops/supermarkets/banks etc 5/10 min drive away. The guidebook the owner provides or as we called 'the bible' was just amazing. It documents walks, shops, restaurants, days out etc etc, we referred to it every day! If you're thinking of booking, DO IT, you won't be disappointed!!
Joanne J.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Firstly, thanks for your 2018 rebooking Jo! Always good to know that we're doing things right; family appeal and contentment are extremely important to us. Thanks for your great review & we look forward to welcoming you & your lovely family again in 2018.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
susan g.
14 Sept 2017
Stunning views and a pool to die for!
A beautiful villa with views over the countryside which never grow old. Loved lying at the gorgeous pool area while butterflies and birds kept us company. The villa has absolutely everything you need and the extras like books/games/dvds as well as british tv channels were all appreciated. Good bedding and super air con made sleeping easy.
The property was spotless and communication with Dave was superb. Every email or call was answered almost instantly! Dave provides the most amazing guide book which we used every day. It is very obvious Dave cares about his guests and thinks of everything.
There is a well stocked Intermarche in Ansiao, a Chinese shop which sells everything and a handful of restaurants within a 5 to 10 min drive plus a few even closer.The prices of meals in this area are ridiculously cheap and of great quality.
Can thoroughly recommend the property and the area and wished we had been able to stay longer. Thanks for a lovely time.
susan g.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Great review, thanks Susan! Your comment regarding our swift response to your communications is very valid… In our opinion there’s nothing worse for guests than having to wait for an unresponsive owner. It doesn’t bode well for a smooth, trouble free holiday! As for all the other important little luxuries & our careful attention to detail - Corinne & I ask ourselves “What would make our holiday extra special?” We put all of those into Casa Bedrock.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Nick W.
4 Aug 2016
Fantastic villa with a great pool
This was our first visit to Portugal and staying at the Casa Bedrock just made our visit extra special. The owners, David and Corinne are so lovely and kept us updated about our planned visit and provided us with a very detailed guidebook of the area which David had written himself. We have stayed in a few villas over the years and no owner has gone to such detail ensuring our visit was extra special. There was even milk and bread provisions for when we arrived!
The kids loved the pool area and we spent the first three days at the house and enjoying everything it had to offer. When the kids had had too much sun they played the board games provided and watched the entire Harry Potter series of DVDs also provided with many other films!
Without the guidebook we wouldn't have discovered the river beaches or the amazing San Simaou swimming 'pools' a mountainous relaxing river beach with fresh water swimming pools.
We met some lovely people here but more than anything as a family we loved being at the villa.
We will definitely be returning again but if you're reading this review wondering if this Villa is worth a booking... Book it ! You won't be disappointed in either the villa or its owners! Nick,Emma, Jessica and Xander
Nick W.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Late arrival is always difficult with families. Fortunately, because we were finishing our holiday the same day as you arrived, we were able to provide some essentials.
When we receive feedback as good as this - it makes our day. We look forward to welcoming you back to Casa Bedrock. Thanks Nick, Emma, Jessica & Xander!
Tolles Haus mit vielen Ausflugsmöglichkeiten in der Umgebung. Flüsse, Städte und Meer sind mit dem Auto gut zu erreichen.Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Check In und Kommunikation liefen reibungslos.Vielen Dank
Sehr schöne Villa mit Pool. Einfahrt mit dem Auto jedoch sehr beengt.
Michael B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thank you Michael for your 5 star review. You were excellent guests and communications were easy! The turn into our driveway does require a bit of care at first, but quite easy after the first time.
endroit idyllique pour la recherche de calme, nature et ballades
tres belles excursions à faire avec détails donnés par le propriétaire sur fascicule edité par lui (gros boulot)
maison,piscine et jardin bien entretenu.
Par contre, il y a beaucoup de chats, qui sont nourris par les vacanciers et qui gachent les premiers jours car il faut constamment les chasser.
aux 2 portes de sortie, il manque une lumière
didier l.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2024
Thank you Didier for your review and kind remarks regarding the garden and pool plus how peaceful Casa Bedrock is. We are pleased to hear you found our guidebook useful. Thank you for your comments.
We recently returned from our holiday at Casa Bedrock and we're happy to say that the problem with the cats has now been resolved. A prior guest had been feeding the cats which then became a nuisance. It had never been a problem prior to this and will not be an ongoing problem. Fortunately, it was temporary and we respectfully ask future guests to not feed any cats that wander into the garden.
During our next visit we will instal new lights above the two exterior doors that are not illuminated by the street light. Thank you for your suggestion.
Merci Didier. Pour votre avis et vos aimables remarques concernant le jardin et la piscine ainsi que le calme de Casa Bedrock. Nous sommes heureux d'apprendre que vous avez trouvé notre guide utile. Merci pour vos commentaires.
Nous sommes récemment revenus de nos vacances à Casa Bedrock et nous sommes heureux de dire que le problème avec les chats est désormais résolu. Un client précédent avait nourri les chats, ce qui est ensuite devenu une nuisance. Cela n'avait jamais été un problème avant cela et ne le sera pas à long terme. Heureusement, c'était temporaire et nous demandons respectueusement aux futurs clients de ne pas nourrir les chats qui errent dans le jardin.
Lors de notre prochaine visite, nous installerons de nouvelles lumières au-dessus des deux portes extérieures qui ne sont pas éclairées par le lampadaire. Merci pour votre suggestion.
Une belle petite villa isolée qui a du charme, calme et propreté.
Prévoir une voiture pour les déplacements car nous sommes isolés de tout.
Je recommande vivement !
Amélia C.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2024
Merci pour votre excellent commentaire, Amelia. Je suis ravie d'apprendre que vous avez passé des vacances aussi paisibles et relaxantes à la Casa Bedrock avec votre groupe de sept personnes. J'espère que votre enfant d'un an a apprécié la plus petite de nos deux piscines.
Thank you for your excellent review, Amelia. Pleased to hear that you enjoyed such a peaceful and relaxing holiday at Casa Bedrock with your party of seven. I hope your one year old enjoyed the smaller of our two pools.
Tout a été tel que décrit,,mais, il avait beaucoup trop d’humidité dans la maison..
Regent C.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2024
Dear Regent. Thank you for your review and for being excellent guests. We are pleased to hear that the house was exactly as described and that you had an 'Exceptional stay'. Thank you also for watering our potted plants during one of the warmest April months on record!
We are sorry you felt that the house had too much humidity. April was unseasonably hot following a period of wet weather. A big difference between overnight and daytime temperatures, though rare, resulted in higher than normal humidity outdoors and indoors. Although we've never had to use it, our air conditioning units have a dehumidifier mode.
Did you use the wood burning stove? (If) you used the wood burning stove or electric heating in the evening without adequate ventilation this might have increased indoor humidity? Our instructions recommend opening a window to prevent this occurrence.
We experienced similar weather during our visit in March - very warm days - cool nights, higher than normal humidity. In the evenings we heated the house to a very comfortable temperature using adequate ventilation and did not experience any problems with indoor humidity.
Thank you again for choosing Casa Bedrock for your holiday.
Cher Régent. Merci pour votre avis et pour être d'excellents invités. Nous sommes ravis d'apprendre que la maison était exactement comme décrite et que vous avez passé un « séjour exceptionnel ». Merci également d'avoir arrosé nos plantes en pot pendant l'un des mois d'avril les plus chauds jamais enregistrés !
Nous sommes désolés que vous ayez trouvé que la maison était trop humide. Le mois d'avril a été inhabituellement chaud après une période de temps pluvieux. Une grande différence entre les températures nocturnes et diurnes, bien que rare, a entraîné une humidité plus élevée que la normale à l’extérieur et à l’intérieur. Même si nous n'avons jamais eu besoin de l'utiliser, nos climatiseurs disposent d'un mode déshumidificateur.
Avez-vous utilisé le poêle à bois ? (Si) vous avez utilisé le poêle à bois ou le chauffage électrique le soir sans ventilation adéquate, cela pourrait avoir augmenté l'humidité intérieure ? Nos instructions recommandent d'ouvrir une fenêtre pour éviter cela.
Nous avons connu une météo similaire lors de notre visite en mars – des journées très chaudes – des nuits fraîches, une humidité supérieure à la normale. Le soir, nous avons chauffé la maison à une température très confortable grâce à une ventilation adéquate et nous n'avons rencontré aucun problème d'humidité intérieure.
Merci encore d'avoir choisi Casa Bedrock pour vos vacances.
La propriété dispose de tout le confort. Internet, tv, spacieux, piscine, cuisine équipée, machine à laver, etc.
David et Corinne sont adorables et toujours disponible par mail ou par téléphone.
Le paysage est magnifique.
En fait, tout est parfait.
Ridwan B.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2021
Merci Ridwan!
C'est toujours un plaisir d'accueillir des familles à Casa Bedrock. Corinne et moi adorons les commentaires que nous recevons des invités - et vous étiez d'excellents invités ! Les communications avec vous ont toujours été un plaisir et nous serions ravis de vous accueillir à nouveau à Casa Bedrock à l'avenir.
Thank you Ridwan!
It is always a pleasure to welcome families to Casa Bedrock. Corinne and I love the feedback we receive from guests - and you were excellent guests! Communications with you were always a pleasure and we would love to welcome you back to Casa Bedrock in the future.
A propriedade é ainda melhor do que as fotos ou a descrição fazem antever.
A casa tem tudo o que precisamos, espaçosa, limpa, bom serviço de wi-fi, sistema multimedia de entretenimento, ar condicionado.
O espaço exterior bem cuidado, nada a não ser verde à nossa volta, zona da piscina impecável. Guarda sóis, camas, brinquedos para as crianças.
Quanto aos proprietários, embora não estivessem presentes, foram sempre comunicando durante a semana, tendo deixado com as chaves, um guia da casa e dos pontos de interesse e actividades que se podem fazer na zona.
Tudo muito, muito bom.
Um local a regressar!
Fernando G.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2020
Obrigado Fernando e Olinda por sua adorável revisão! Corinne e eu estamos muito felizes que você tenha gostado da Casa Bedrock, da piscina e do jardim. Obrigado por serem excelentes convidados. Você sempre será bem-vindo a revisitar!
Great property, great location for peace and quiet. Very responsive owner always ready to help. Will definitely return.
Hugo S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2020
Obrigado Hugo. Você foi um hóspede excepcional e sempre será bem-vindo na Casa Bedrock!
Thank you Hugo. You were exceptional guests and will always be welcome at Casa Bedrock!
A casa é espetacular, espaçosa e tem tudo para se passarem uns dias simpáticos. A localização é ótima, num sítio muito calmo. A piscina é muito boa e com excelente exposição solar, a piscina dos bebés é muito agradável.. Um jardim muito catita para as crianças explorarem.
Adoramos a estadia
Celina F.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2020
Muito obrigado, Celina, por sua adorável revisão. Estamos muito felizes em receber nossa primeira revisão em português! Corinne e eu estamos muito felizes que você e sua família gostaram da nossa casa, do nosso jardim, da nossa piscina principal e também da nossa piscina infantil! Você pode voltar para a Casa Bedrock. Vocês foram excelentes convidados.
We had a wonderful time the villa was beautiful we were given an amazing guide book which became our bible so useful . We had some very delicious meals in the local restaurants and went to many beautiful sights wish we could have stayed longer as so much more to see and do we will definitely have to come back
Thank you for a lovely stay
Helen M.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you Helen! Corinne & I are delighted that the 4 of you loved the villa & the area so much. You're always welcome back to explore more places. The guidebook grows bigger every year. Thanks for watering our thirsty plants!
From the photos on the website , we were already very excited about our holiday!
When we arrived at the Villa, it was exactly like we hoped it would be, and the photos were a true representation, it was beautiful!
The pool is a massive plus point in the hot weather, and it's great for the kids. My son loved it and used it every day!
I would definitely recommend a stay at this villa to anyone considering it.
Beverley N.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks Beverley! I found your original booking request. It was 12 months prior to your holiday so you had plenty of time to get excited! I hope you don't mind me quoting one of your comments: "If the photo's are anything to go by, I might never want to leave!" Unfortunately you did have to leave but we are delighted that the photo's were a true representation of Casa Bedrock and we are happy to hear that your holiday was as enjoyable as anticipated.
Great Villa - Peaceful - Wonderful View - Fun Excursions
Stayed here with my wife and daughter
Although there are other properties nearby, once in, you feel as though your completely on your own
Wonderful view from the garden and pool
The owner David has produced a guide with easy to reach excursions, local restaurants and just about everything else, real local knowledge
At time of writing prices for eating out at the local restaurant were really good value - eg 3 course meal for two with a litre of wine coming in at 16 euros - and this included bread and olives!
Friendly locals and beautiful countryside
We ran into the couple who were in Casa Bedrock the week before us - they have been back every year for over 10 years - I can fully understand why
James E.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Great review, thanks James. You obviously met Davina & David; loyal guests for 10 years! They have 2 holidays per year at Casa Bedrock. it’s nice to welcome guests back - we have a few regulars and even though we’ve never met them - they feel like friends.
Prachtige woning, ruim en voorzien van alle luxe. Heerlijk zwembad met privacy.
Huurauto wel noodzakelijk.
Jiska M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Bedankt Jiska. Corinne en ik zijn erg blij dat je een geweldige ervaring hebt gehad in Casa Bedrock!
About the host
Hosted by David & Corinne Lambert
My wife Corinne and I have lived in Skipton in North Yorkshire for more than 30 years and have 2 sons & 2 grandchildren. We're surrounded by beautiful countryside so when we decided to look for a property abroad we were very hard to please. Like many people, we'd watched countless episodes of 'A Place in the Sun' during long winter evenings but never believed we would do anything about it. We initially looked in Spain but whilst visiting Portugal in 2007, we fell in love with this area, it's scenery, tranquility, friendly locals and of course the great weather. We wanted a property which was detached and private but not isolated, with great views, local amenities and good outside spaces. The property had to have character but also be modern, not much to ask then!
Why they chose this property
Although we like the sea, we also love the hills and river beaches. This location provides easy access to everything we and our family enjoy including the fabulous Silver Coast. We saw Casa Bedrock and the views from the garden on the Internet whilst it was being built in 2008. It is located in a beautiful conservation area where planning laws are strict. The developer takes great pride in his work and can only build on the footprint of earlier dwellings or renovate existing buildings which he does superbly and with great care. Casa Bedrock was designed by a local architect who has created a unique property, even managing to incorporate some limestone features whilst retaining as much of the original character and old walls as possible.
What makes this property unique
Peace and quiet, great barbecues, family friendly pool area with lockable barrier, good local restaurants and lots of places to see and things to do, including a few walks, are what we require from a holiday. We work hard and play hard and therefore need a place to which we can retreat and feel at home. This is high on our list of essentials and we truly believe we have achieved it with Casa Bedrock. We love our 'get away from it all' villa and know that you will too!