Title: Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 ## Photo gallery for Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/6960c73c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/5513e49f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/5158eadb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/2b402b16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/86323ddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 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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10 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=34009392&PinnedHotelID=34009392&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-out Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange) ### Special check-in instructions The front desk hours vary at this property Guests must contact the property for check-in information To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: birthday parties Contando com os hóspedes. ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 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 ![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 \- 12 min drive \- 6.3 miles - Egitaniense Epigraphic Museum \- 16 min drive \- 8.6 miles - Village \- 19 min drive \- 9.0 miles - Penamacor Castle and Watchtower \- 21 min drive \- 11.5 miles - Monsanto Castle \- 23 min drive \- 9.3 miles #### Getting around - Fundao Station - 45 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Taverna Lusitana - ‬13 min drive - ‪Café Central - ‬6 min drive - ‪Casa Da Velha Fonte Na Casa Da Amoreira - ‬11 min drive - ‪Adega Típica "O Cruzeiro - ‬12 min drive - ‪A Tasquinha Shalom - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Casa da Bemposta (former haystack)? ### Where is Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Reviews ## 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) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Bertrand L. 19 Feb 2016 #### Location 05 au 10/02 Bonjour, Merci pour l'accueil et la maison typique de la région. Très joli. Mais, nous avons eu froid dans la maison ##### Bertrand L. 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