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Tranquil stone cottage by lovely lake.

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Enjoy a glass of wine in the warmth of the stove
Dining space for 6 to 8 people with views of the valley down to the lake.
Dining
Bathroom with traditional Portuguese tiles
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6115 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Convento de Cristo
  • Place, Castelo de Bode Dam
  • Place, Aldeia Do Mato River Beach

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Tranquil stone cottage by lovely lake.

Tranquil cottage by lovely Castelo do Bode lake, that offers you the best of Portuguese countryside combined with lakeside living.
Ideal for walkers, cyclists, water sport lovers or simply for those who want to get away. The house is 300m from Castelo do Bode, one of Portugal's biggest lakes, and is ideal for families, couples or groups of friends.
The house is self-contained with a garden and patio where you can sit, eat, drink or simply enjoy the views.
(Alojamento Local 1945)


Swimming: Castelo do Bode (castle of the billy goat) lake is 300m away. The water is refreshingly cool in the summer and it is wonderful to swim in.
There are plenty of fluvial beaches to choose from and there is a map in the house. They are all very close.
Fishing is also possible and there are boat hire facilities in Ferreira do Zêzêre, approximately 20 min by car.

Cycling: The Ribatejo countryside is unexplored and there are plenty of tracks you can follow. There are two bicycles in the garage that are freely available for guests' use. It's an ideal way of exploring the countryside. And if you get lost don¡t worry all roads lead to a café.

Sightseeing: Tomar, the historical town of the Order of the Templars is a short drive away. The Convent of Christ on the hilltop is a must. The Sanctuary of Fátima, holy place of pilgrimage is around 30km away. Castelo de Almoural, set on a tiny island of the Tagus was built as a fortress in 1171. Lovely spot for a picnic.
Torres Novas has many fine churches within its castle walls.
There are many small villages around the lake that are worth visiting such as Dornes, a UNESCO protected village and Constância, right on the banks of the River Tagus.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Lake view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Property Registration Number Alojamento Local 1945

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tomar

Located in Tomar, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Museu dos Fósforos and Núcleo De Arte Contemporânea are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Church of San Pedro de Tomar and Sao Joao Baptista. Travelling with kids? Consider Quinta do Falcao Bullring and Horto de Camões Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling.
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Serra, Serra de Tomar

What's nearby

  • Museu Luso-Hebraico Abraham Zacuto - 22 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Convento de Cristo - 22 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Castelo de Tomar - 22 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Castelo de Bode Dam - 25 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Aldeia Do Mato River Beach - 34 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Tomar Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Manjar dos Templários - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪A Familiar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bar do IPT - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante - O Escondidinho - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil stone cottage by lovely lake. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Tranquil stone cottage by lovely lake.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil stone cottage by lovely lake.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil stone cottage by lovely lake.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil stone cottage by lovely lake. located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 12 mi (20 km) of Church of San Pedro de Tomar, Quinta do Falcao Bullring and Castelo do Bode. Dias Ferreira Park and Museu dos Fósforos are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Wilf Kruppa

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We love the country, even though we are city folk, and once our children came along we knew we had to show them what country life is all about. And we succeeded! One is hooked on fishing thanks to the lake right by us and the other loves wildlife - insects, bugs, animals so he has found his ideal playground!
We are not Portuguese but have lived here on and off for 20 years. We love the people, the country, the weather and the pace of life. It´s incredibly safe making it an ideal place to bring up children. We are a mixture ourselves, English- Italian brought up in South Africa and Irish-German brought up in Wales! It only seemed right to add yet another country and culture to our mixture...

Why they chose this property

We saw this property advertised and fell in love with it when we stayed for a weekend. We have always loved stone houses and thought there would be plenty around but actually Casa de Pedra is one of the few around.
The garden is big enough to laze about in but also small enough to maintain as we don´t live here. All the trees we have planted belong to our two sons and they absolutely love staying at Casa de Pedra as do we!

What makes this property unique

Whatever time of the year you go to Casa de Pedra there is always something to do. In the summer the lake is fabulous and much better than the rough, cold sea you find on the Atlantic coast and in winter there are plenty of country walks to go on. It is also incredibly still and peaceful so a real treat to recharge your batteries. But the best part for us is that it is still authentically Portuguese where time seems to have stood still. The kindness and friendliness of the people who live around this area is simply wonderful. A littel gem!

Languages:

English, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese

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