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A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool and courtyard.

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Outdoor pool
Exterior
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Dining
Dining
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 133552 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Lousa, Coimbra District
  • Popular LocationSerpin River Beach Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortugal dos Pequenitos26 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoimbra University26 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)114 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool and courtyard.

Accommodation comprises:

Six bedrooms arranged over three floors; four with double beds, one with twin single beds and one with single bed with additional single underneath. Each bedroom has wardrobe and storage facilities, bedside reading lamps and a chair. There is a travel cot also. All bedding is supplied.

Three bathrooms/showerrooms, towels supplied for both bathrooms and pool use.

Living room with satellite TV, dvd player and comfortable modern furniture.

Kitchen with cooker, dishwasher, fridgefreezer, microwave oven, toaster, kettle and generous supply of crockery and cooking utensils.

Separate dining room in courtyard with original bread oven.

Veranda running full length of property offering good views of surrounding countryside and containing washing machine and drying area, shaded table and chairs plus bench and individual seating.

Large courtyard with mature plants and fruit trees creating both shaded and sunbathing areas, dining table for up to 12, modern rattan-style garden furniture, table tennis table, basketball net, additional coldwater sink and fridge.

Pool garden accessed via lockable gates for added security. This area contains large 10x5m pool, extensive collection of sun loungers, plus additional table and chairs for outdoor dining underneath the shade of the grape vines.

BarBQ area by the swimming pool.

We've been told that the property is ideal for a family/friends/intergenerational holiday with plenty of room for people to be together but also to have their own space. The swimming pool (with underwater lights for the evenings) and BBQ create a great place for people to come together.

Property manager

Patrick White

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Bicycles on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3552 sq ft (330 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 24
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
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 51326/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

A Converted Farmhouse With Private Swimming Pool Courtyard
A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool courtyard.

About the area

Lousa

Located in Lousa, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Castle of Lousã and Upper Town are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Serpin River Beach Park and Senhora da Piedade River Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Biological Park of Serra da Lousa, or check out an event or a game at Estadio Cidade de Coimbra. Snorkelling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Serpin River Beach Park - 6 min drive
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 26 min drive
  • Coimbra University - 26 min drive
  • Old Cathedral of Coimbra - 26 min drive
  • Biblioteca Joanina - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Coimbra Station - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Xing Long - 5 min drive
  • Café Mangarota - 6 min drive
  • Clube Recreativo Vilarinhense - 7 min drive
  • Carocha - 5 min drive
  • Portas Largas - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool and courtyard. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool and courtyard. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool and courtyard.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool and courtyard.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A converted farmhouse with private swimming pool and courtyard. located?

Located on the riverfront, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Serpin River Beach Park, Senhora da Piedade River Beach, and Castle of Lousã. Biological Park of Serra da Lousa and Peneda River Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Molly K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay With Friends!
Patrick's house was the perfect meeting place for our international friends reunion. We loved the location of the house and how close it is to town. The minute you enter the home you are immersed into the Portuguese culture. The house was well stocked with anything you would need. The beds comfortable, many fabulous gathering places throughout the property. We loved the fruit trees and the swimming pool. This is now our go to house and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nancy v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super
Very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superb Stay!
A lovely big property. Shared between 2 families. My family stayed on the lower floor that has its own entrance. Very nice big pool. We loved the pool table and table tennis. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Tânia L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Casa grande para férias em família!
Casa antiga mas com tudo o q é necessário para umas férias de descanso! Espaço exterior grande e com mesas e cadeiras, e área de apoio. área da piscina tb grande e muito agradável!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Mary N.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 weeks in Lousa Portugal
The weather was perfect. Everyone loved the pool. Lots of room for outside dinners. Very easy to get to grocery stores. Cost of food is very reasonable. Lots of stairs(couple of us in our late 70s) Book selection to read outstanding for those lazy days. My only complaint was that there are no screens on the windows and the bugs loved me and my grandchildren. We had a great time and Portugal is a beautiful country.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant for a get together
This holiday of a couple of groups of friends with kids was a long time in the planning and Patrick couldn’t have been more helpful from start to finish. The place was perfect for us and so well equipped we didn’t need anything. Cupboards full of towels and plentiful crockery etc made things so easy, as did use of the washing machine, dishwasher and the extra fridge downstairs near the pool. Couldn’t recommend this place enough and would love to return as a group in the future- the pool was a winner, especially with the teenagers, and the river beach nearby was a welcome distraction. Fantastic place, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for exploring Central Portugal and river swimming.
The house was great for a large group of us, lovely pool and laid back feel to the place, lots of traditional features, plenty of outdoor space, huge library of books to read. Nice bar by the river in the village and a great base to explore the river beaches in the area and nearby schist villages. Talasnal was particularly beautiful and there is a spectacular hike up to it from Lousã castle.

8/10 Good

David N.

David Nevins
What a lovely house I and the Family had a super week.The swimming pool and barbecue area are brill, and with it being so warm the courtyard was very welcoming.If I was nit picking the property is a little tired in some areas but I believe for what I paid for 11 of us it was good value.Can I always say the village is lovely with 3 bars and the beach area and fresh bread ever morning,the villagers were so friendly we were sad to leave.David Nevins
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne V., Houston

Fantastic house in a beautiful location
Thank you Patrick and Katrina for letting us stay in your home in June 2017. It truly was a magical experience for us - friends reunited from the UK and US. Thanks for all the information you sent before and during our trip. The house is a gorgeous renovated 3-story farmhouse, with some beautiful old features alongside modern updates. There was plenty of space for 8 adults and 2 kids (1 and 3), and the private groundfloor quarters were perfect for a peaceful sleep for the grown-ups less used to kids! ;) The secure gates at each level and at the pool were also peace of mind for the parents. The huge family bathroom was one of my favorite rooms! We ate apricots from the tree, and marveled at the fig, pomegranate, apple, grapes, and other fruit trees on the property. There are so many seating areas to catch up, read, eat together, or relax. We spent most of our time around the pool, which is a great size. Swimming with the view of the forested hillside was wonderful! We cooked in most nights or had a BBQ on the poolside grill, buying supplies from nearby lidl. The kitchen is relatively small, but has everything you need and it suited us fine. The river beach with bar (€1 beers!), veggie food, and wifi was amazing and just a 5-10 minute walk away, depending on the size of your legs! Swimming a kilometer up the river and back one day was a highlight of the holiday for me. We also explored Coimbra city (25 minutes away), spent a day at the beach and Aveiro (the Venice of Portugal), went to many astoundingly beautiful wild swimming spots, waterfalls, and a gorge. We really appreciated the use of the bikes, and biked through to a circus fest and Ska night at the campsite in Serpins one night. All in all, I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Next time, I think we'll get the housekeeper too! Obrigada!

10/10 Excellent

Will L., Henley On Thames UK

Fun Farmhouse
A return visit for us. A fantastic area for mountain biking and a friendly village to stay in. Spend time exploring the local area or stay close to the farmhouse, where you can watch the river go by at the cafe and even take a swim. The house is big enough for friends or two families with great courtyard and BBQ area for outside dining. Highly recommended by us for anyone who loves the outdoors and getting away from it all.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2017