Title: VUMBA - The Alembic Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # VUMBA - The Alembic Holiday home in Arganil with kitchen and patio ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34450000/34449948/393e867d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34450000/34449948/478e06fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34450000/34449948/c85ddbac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34450000/34449948/d485c8da.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34450000/34450000/34449948/a395f95f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location VUMBA - The Alembic provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4603 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Mountain view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### VUMBA - The Alembic The renovation of the winery gave birth to a very nice country cottage with one bedroom and a mezzanine, living-room, kitchen and one bathroom, ideal for a family with two children or two couples of friends. Vumba's property is divided into 2 cozy guesthouses (The Alembic and The House of the Lizard) and 8 stylish suites (The Bue Maria, The Gorongoza, Beira and the Macuti Flats). All guesthouses have access to a large swimming pool surrounded by a lush garden. All of our houses have fully equipped kitchens where you can cook your meals, including breakfast, and there are two small supermarkets in the village where you will find most of the basic ingredients. Also in the village and 5 minutes walk from Vumba we have The Churrasqueira with homemade and tasty take-away food. RURAL EXPERIENCES Vumba Agrotourism has also the following activities available (depending on the time of year and the availability of our staff): Goat Safari, Chesse factory tour, Shepherd for a day, Make your own cheese, Foraging for mushrooms, Olive picking and E-bike rentals. And more, You can also get some fresh eggs for your breakfast from the chicken coop, pick some organic veggies from the vegetable garden or fresh fruit from the orchard to use in your meals while at Vumba. If you fancy a special treat, we can organize a true gourmet experience at the Winery with Oliver, our guest chef, cooking specially for you a menu of delicious recipes made with local produce. The estate has several roads and trails as well as five idyllic ponds. Isolated from the outside world, here you will find the ideal combination of natural resources to let you enjoy nature and to experience a truly rural lifestyle, on foot or by bicycle. SERVICES FOR BIKERS We offer a full range of services for cyclists, meeting all the requirements of the Bikotel network. Our guests have cycling routes available for various skill levels, secure outdoor parking for bikes, a washing area, an equipped mini-workshop, as well as a specific menu for cyclists and a laundry service for cycling clothes. We also offer bike hire, transport for cyclists, technical support, a guide service and charging options for e-bikes. At Vumba you have everything you need for an incredible cycle touring experience! Within a 30-kilometre radius of Vumba, there are 73 mapped routes. This wide variety of routes covers easy, intermediate and specialised cycling and is suitable for all levels of fitness. NEARBY There are also several places of interest nearby where you can do nature activities: Góis, Fraga da Pena, Benfeita, Avô and Côja, Aldeia das Dez, Aldeias de Xisto (Piodão), Aldeias Históricas, Foz d'Égua, Buçaco, Serra da Estrela, Coimbra and Viseu. There are also more radical activities on offer, such as canoeing down the river, water walks and jeep rides. Or more contemplative ones, such as flyfishing and interpretive walks. We have professional partners who will provide you with an incredible experience. OUR FARM Vumba is a small, family owned company, engaged in maintaining traditions and providing a highly professional and personalized service. We produce the organic cheese "Quinta do Carapinhal" following ancient traditions and provide quality accomodation in a rural environment. Vumba’s logo is a leaf of an oak, a deciduous tree with a long gestation period, that always did well in this region. The oak symbolizes our respect for tradition and continuity as well as renewal. In fact, Vumba is highly influenced by our grandparents’ memory, by their love for this land and by all the great things they’ve done. We make our best to respect and honor this memory in everything we do. Come visit us. Contact us for more information. ## Property amenities ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Hob - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Stair-free path to entrance - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - At least 80% of food locally-sourced - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Garden - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 603 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64740000/64731800/64731797/4e954b0e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cantinho nas Secarias Secarias - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=64731797&PinnedHotelID=64731797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31540000/31538600/31538573/8a74b8fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pretty holiday cottage with private pool, fantastic views sleeps 6, Arganil 7kms Arganil - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=31538573&PinnedHotelID=31538573&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30230000/30221400/30221322/64c7e64c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom farmhouse with 3m splash pool, sleeps 6/8, pretty views, Arganil 2 km Arganil - Pool - Free WiFi - Parking available - Laundry 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=30221322&PinnedHotelID=30221322&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33960000/33950300/33950225/4366372c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Atlantic Nest Poiares Vila Nova de Poiares - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=33950225&PinnedHotelID=33950225&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106200000/106191500/106191479/a5df278e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casinha do Príncipe Santa Comba Dão £109 includes taxes & fees 21 Oct - 22 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22&selected=106191479&PinnedHotelID=106191479&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32890000/32886800/32886770/d18c51ac.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Refuge, Unique, Nature Rural tourism Casa de Campo Vimieiro - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=32886770&PinnedHotelID=32886770&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115010000/115009000/115008925/55e14637.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Meticulously Restored Portuguese Country House Immersed in Nature and Tradition Coja - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=115008925&PinnedHotelID=115008925&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 12:00 PM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Limited accessibility and are not accessible to wheelchair users. Limit of 2 Pets per reservation, Smoking only permitted outside ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Long-term renters welcome Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation Property Registration Number 8731 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Vumba The Alembic Vumba - The Alembic Arganil Vumba - The Alembic Private vacation home Self Catering Vumba Agroturismo for 4 People Vumba - The Alembic Private vacation home Arganil 108411 ## About the area Arganil is home to this holiday home. Christ the King in Vimieiro and Church of Santa Cruz are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Portugal dos Pequenitos and Biological Park of Serra da Lousa. [Visit our Arganil travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arganil.dx6142202) [View more Holiday homes in Arganil](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Arganil-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6142202-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.27330%2C-8.15143&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4y1_Qx5SFjbj7k1_CJ_sBH1phjA=) Arganil, Coimbra ### What's nearby - Peneda River Beach - 27 min drive - 15.9 miles - Serpin River Beach Park - 28 min drive - 15.6 miles - Fraga da Pena Waterfall - 35 min drive - 23.1 miles - Coimbra University - 43 min drive - 25.5 miles - Portugal dos Pequenitos - 43 min drive - 26.2 miles ### Getting around - Santa Comba Dao Station - 26 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Restaurante "A Saborosa - ‬8 min drive - ‪Casimiro Restaurante - ‬9 min drive - ‪A Lampreia - ‬17 min drive - ‪Casa dos Frangos As Medas - ‬13 min drive - ‪Cafe Restaurante Boa Viagem - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is VUMBA - The Alembic pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at VUMBA - The Alembic? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at VUMBA - The Alembic? > Checkout is at 12:00 PM. ### Where is VUMBA - The Alembic located? > Situated in Arganil, this holiday home is within 16 miles (25 km) of Ceira River Walkways, Peneda River Beach and Serpin River Beach Park. Christ the King in Vimieiro and Church of Santa Cruz are also within 20 miles (32 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## VUMBA - The Alembic Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 7.0 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### Inês M. 28 Aug 2019 Liked: Check-in, communication #### Boa estadia com pontos a melhorar! Gostámos particularmente dos dias vividos nos silêncio e calma da propriedade.. da simpatia com que nos receberam, do facto das crianças poderem andar livres e em segurança. Do encontro com a natureza e dos dias sem horários. A melhorar: não existia iluminação da casa até a sala comum o que dificultava muito o acesso, não existiam redes mosquiteiras país não permitia arejar o quarto, o estrado da cama chiava ruidosamente, o sistema de rega estava mal orientado e mal programado e estávamos na piscina ao final do dia e fomos surpreendidos por um do banho de esguicho assim como na manhã seguinte as cadeiras e pufes estavam encharcados. Também o pão que nos foi deixado de manhã à porta de casa que não constava na lista de bens a adquirir e comi tal julgávamos ser cortesia, foi nos cobrado no final da estadia sem aviso previo. A quinta tem imenso potencial mas poderia estar muito mais cuidada. ##### Inês M. ### 8/10 Good #### Rosa C. 13 Jun 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sossego seguro Local ideal para relaxar na natureza. Casa conforme a expetativa. Adoramos o pequeno almoço! Pão quentinho e natas especiais logo pela manhã.... não é todos os dias! ##### Rosa C. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Neuza N. 5 Nov 2018 #### Alojamento muito acolhedor Adorável, muito sossegado e onde foi possível descansar, disfrutar da natureza local e conhecer melhor as zonas limítrofes. Fomos com família e amigos, as crianças adoraram o espaço, principalmente do contacto com os animais na visita à Quinta do Carapinhal. Ao responsável pela nossa estadia, o Ruben Gama, agradecemos de coração toda a simpatia, amabilidade e disponibilidade que teve connosco. Esperamos voltar e se possível no Verão, para aproveitar todo o potencial da zona e das praias fluviais. Recomendamos, sem dúvida! ##### Neuza N. ### 8/10 Good #### Jacky L. 30 Jun 2018 #### Fantastic bhost Sadly the weather was cold and wet but our dear host did everything in her power to overcome our discomfort. Sadly the wood burning stove smoked, the new induction hobs had no pans that worked. However on the plus side the place is fabulous had the weather been good the pool would have been great it was lovely. We were taken to see our host’s cheese making facility which was fascinating. Her generosity and help were way beyond what one would normally expect . We ate very well on both her recommendations. The Gite was delightful if a little bohemian. It was not easy to find initially but in a delightful setting. A great place for good weather. ##### Jacky L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Diana V. 26 Jul 2017 #### Recomendo! Passei um fim de semana na Vumba e adorei! Todo o processo foi simples, a marcação da estadia, o check in e o check out. De salientar a simpatia da Catarina e da Adélia. A chegada à suite Bue Maria foi muito agradável. Um espaço amplo e muito limpo! A casa de banho também bastante limpa e com um aspecto novo! A área comum de cozinha e sala estavam limpas e arrumadas. As condições perfeitas para um fim de semana de descanso em que apenas se ouviam os animais. A vista da suite é deslumbrante! Os vários pormenores de decoração tanto no quarto, na casa de banho e inclusivé no exterior são uma surpresa! Recomendo, quero voltar e desta vez por mais tempo !!! ##### Diana V. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [La Maison Bleue](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hurghada-Hotels-La-Maison-Bleue-Adults-Only.h8668380.Hotel-Information) > > [Euphoria Resort - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Platanias-Hotels-Euphoria-Resort-All-Inclusive.h21337972.Hotel-Information) > > [NX London Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-New-Cross-Inn-Hostel.h11974692.Hotel-Information) > > [Castillo Beach Club Apartments](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antigua-Hotels-Castillo-Beach-Club-Apartments.h27401072.Hotel-Information) > > [The One Alma Paris](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Juliana-Paris.h9748353.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Kokoro Mineral Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Fortuna-Hotels-Hotel-Kokoro-Mineral-Hot-Springs.h3073878.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Business Bay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Business-Bay-Dubai-Hotels.0-n6142654-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Hog's Back Hotel & Spa Farnham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Farnham-Hotels-The-Hogs-Back-Hotel-Spa-Farnham.h34344.Hotel-Information) > > [Turquoise Holidays apt: Blue sea & beach view from yr bed, living-room &kitchen!](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Monaco-Hotels-Turquoise-Holidays-Blue-Sea.h31491603.Hotel-Information) > > [Relais Esmeralda](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marrakech-Hotels-RELAIS-ESMERALDA.h38267440.Hotel-Information) > > [Bridge Inn by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Bridge-Inn-By-Greene-King-Inns.h1329538.Hotel-Information) > > [No1. 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