"Heaven is a place on Earth" is a secluded cottage in a heavenly setting, with private waterfront at Castelo de Bode Lake in Central Portugal. It is comfortable without being luxurious, but the fact of having your feet in the water is what gives it its' unique charm. Water temperature is around 28deg during the summer, ideal for all the water sports. Gear is freely available for: Stand Up Paddle, windsurfing, catamaran sailing. Wake boarding school is half a mile away. Great hiking and mountain biking paths from the cottage. The cottage has no immediate neighbors, and the silence is pristine. The property has a long waterfront, beautiful views, fresh mountain air, and the water is crystal clear. The access to the water is via gently sloping landscaped gardens, and a large private raft is permanently moored to the property. There is plenty of space to sunbathe and to launch the SUP boards, as well as tie up the Hobie Cat. Serra is a quaint little village up the hill, with 2 small cafes and a mini-market. Take a 20 min drive from the cottage, with all the main supermarkets and amenities of a European town. The "Convent of Christ" is a world class monument, and Fatima is not far away. There are now 3 additional Eco Friendly bungalows available for large parties. The bungalows can sleep 4 adults, and have all the necessary amenities you would find in a modern hotel suite. The bungalows are overlooking the lake, and the view from both beds is absolutely stunning. The bungalows can also be rented separately, the price is 100 euros per night with a minimum stay of 7 nights.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 133987/AL
About the area
Tomar
Located in Tomar, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Castelo do Bode and Dias Ferreira Park, while Museu dos Fósforos and Núcleo De Arte Contemporânea are cultural highlights. Quinta do Falcao Bullring and Horto de Camões Garden are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Church of Santa Maria do Olival - 25 min drive - 16.4 km
Praca da Republica - 26 min drive - 16.7 km
Sao Joao Baptista - 26 min drive - 16.7 km
Convento de Cristo - 27 min drive - 17.5 km
Castelo de Bode Dam - 29 min drive - 14.7 km
Getting around
Tomar Station - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Manjar dos Templários - 18 min drive
Quinta de Santa Bárbara - Refeitório Quinhentista - 30 min drive
Bar do IPT - 18 min drive
Bairro ao Rio - 35 min drive
A Lúria - 24 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH?
As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH on 31 Dec 2026 start from AU$497, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Church of San Pedro de Tomar, Church of Santa Maria do Olival and Capela de Nossa Senhora da Conceicao. Museu dos Fósforos and Sao Joao Baptista are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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We were a group of 12 ( two families ) - The Villa was great , comfy beds , lots of update to date bathrooms. Enough seating and large table , where we BBQ every night and played games .
For us the icing on the cake was the lake and our own private pontoon . We paddle board every day and loads of water equipment was available .
Will we be back - oh yes !
Un moment exceptionnel dans.un endroit paradisiaque avec une hôte très disponible qui a su faire de cet endroit un lieu magique. Le lac est sublime et il est si agréable de s'y baigner à toute heure de la journée....beaucoup de possibilités d'activités : wake surf, location de bateaux, paddle. Merci beaucoup. Le lieu est également idéalement situé pour visiter Coimbra, Farima, Dornes...
SEVERINE D.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2023
Merci à tous! Vous avez tous été super gentils, un vrai plaisir de faire votre connaissance! J'éspère vous revoir l'année prochaine!
O local é Mágico, tem uma energia de grande cumplicidade, toda a família adorou os três dias magníficos ali passados! Obrigada Elsa pela sua simpatia e preocupação para que nos sentíssemos em casa. Beijinhos muito grandes para toda a família HEAVEN IS A PLACE ON EARTH.
Natalina P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2022
uma família de sonho que transformou heaven-is-a-place-on-earth num encontro de Natal mágico que parecia de um filme :-) obrigada por tanta alegria e tanta simpatia, até breve!
Nous avons passé un magnifique séjour dans la villa de Tomar près d’un superbe lac/rivière. Nous avons profité amplement de la baignade et des alentours. Recommandons à tous ceux qui aiment être un peu isolé dans une nature un peu sauvage et vivre à l’extérieur mais avec tout le confort d’une belle villa.
A casa é muito boa e tivemos uma estadia espetacular. Tem uma localização incrível sobre a barragem de castelo de bode, com um deck que permite ir para a barragem, quer seja para nadar, para usar as pranchas disponibilizadas pela casa ou para andar nos barcos que é possivel alugar. A proprietária sempre foi muito simpatica e acessível, fazendo de tudo para melhorar a nossa estadia. Recomendo!