Title: Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) 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 # Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Cottage in Penamacor with kitchen ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/6960c73c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/5513e49f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/2b402b16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/5158eadb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/86323ddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) A house for 5 Pax, situated in a historic area dating back to the founding of Portugal, where there are many traces of Roman occupation. Points of interest in the village Pelourinho, Castle, Churches, Archaeological Museum, Fountains, etc. The landscape is rough but fabulous And has a few km historical villages such as Monsanto, Penha Garcia, Proença-a-Velha, Idanha-a-Velha, and others. It is inserted in the nature reserve of Serra da Estrela. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - In-room accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - 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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 birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 5 Note from host: Contando com os hóspedes. 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 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 is also known as Bemposta House Penamacor Bemposta House Penamacor Bemposta House Cottage Penamacor Bemposta House Cottage Bemposta House Casa da Bemposta Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Cottage Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Penamacor Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Cottage Penamacor ## About the area Located in Penamacor, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sierra de Gata and Termas de Monfortinho are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Barroco do Boieco and Reserva Natural da Serra da Malcata. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like mountain climbing and hunting. [Visit our Penamacor travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penamacor.dx6341050) [View more Cottages in Penamacor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penamacor-Cottages.d6341050-aaCottages.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%7C40.06579%2C-7.21155&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=P4luoGUuIM3uYBk80U5xqDD7Sis=) Castelo Branco, Castelo Branco ### What's nearby - Idanha-a-Velha - 11 min drive - 6.3 miles - Village - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles - Penamacor Castle and Watchtower - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles - Monsanto Castle - 20 min drive - 9.0 miles - Marechal Carmona Dam - 32 min drive - 20.3 miles ### Getting around - Fundao Station - 45 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Café Central - ‬6 min drive - ‪O Baluarte - ‬13 min drive - ‪Taverna Lusitana - ‬13 min drive - ‪Adega Típica "O Cruzeiro - ‬12 min drive - ‪Casa Da Velha Fonte Na Casa Da Amoreira - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) located? > Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Idanha-a-Velha, Egitaniense Epigraphic Museum and Village. Monsanto Castle and Penamacor Castle and Watchtower are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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