6/10 Okay
Rosemary O., Eugene, Oregon, USA
2 Oct 2023
Great location, peaceful and quiet
Rosemary O.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2023
Entire home
Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet.
Family-friendly holiday home in Penela with outdoor pool
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- PoolPool
- FireplaceFireplace
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Free WiFiFree WiFi
- WasherWasher
Explore the area
Penela
- Biological Park of Serra da Lousa9 min drive
- Portugal dos Pequenitos27 min drive
- Coimbra University28 min drive
Most relevant reviews
ExperimentalCarousel
10/10 Excellent
Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped villa in a very peaceful location
Pandora M.
Jun 30, 2023
10/10 Excellent
Fantastic family holyday. Everything we wished for! Enjoyed and will be remembered by all of us. Definitly a place to re...
Anabela L.
Oct 28, 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lovely villa that more than matched its home away description. Chris and Ana are delightful people who simply couldnt do...
Dave S.
Aug 3, 2019
Space details
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 6
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
2 single beds
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
1 king bed
2 single beds
Bathroom 1
Combined bath/shower
Bathroom 2
Shower
Bathroom 3
Shower
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet.
Family-friendly holiday home in Penela with outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free holiday home has an arcade/games room and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a private pool and a fireplace.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers private pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with DVD players. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer fridges, microwaves, separate dining areas and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include computer monitors and printers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board.
Recreational amenities at the holiday home include an outdoor pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property manager
CHRISTOPHER ARNEY
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach sunloungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Heated pool
- Outdoor pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Wheelchair-accessible parking available
- On-site parking
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Microwave
- Oven
- Dishwasher
- Cookware/dishes/utensils
- Blender
- Toaster
- Electric kettle
- Coffee/tea maker
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bed sheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Dining room
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite service
- Pool or billiards table
- Games room
- Video games
- DVD player
- Books
- Stereo
- Video library
- Music library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Near a laundromat
Work spaces
- Computer monitor
- Printer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- 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.
- Accessible parking space
- No lift
- Single level property
- Visual alarms in hallways
- Well-lit path to entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- In a village
Things to do
- Fitness facilities nearby
- Golf on site
- Boating on site
- Kayaking on site
- Sailing nearby
- Wildlife and game walks nearby
- Theme parks nearby
- Horse riding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Golf nearby
- Surfing/body boarding nearby
- Power boating 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
- Deadbolt lock
General
- At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
- At least 80% organic food
- Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
- Energy-saving switches
- Local artist showcase
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
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
Note from host: UNDER 13 ALLOWED FREE DONT ADD TO BOOKING.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 1212/AL
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Property is also known as
Vrbo Property Bouvet Island
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Bouvet Island
About the area
Penela
Located in Penela, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Conímbriga Monographic Museum and PO.RO.S - Portugal Roman Museum in Sicó are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Buracas do Casmilo and Ribeira das Quelhas Walkway. Travelling with kids? Consider Biological Park of Serra da Lousa, or check out an event or a game at Coimbra Football Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
What's nearby
- Penela Castle - 8 min drive
- Biological Park of Serra da Lousa - 9 min drive
- Conímbriga Ruins - 20 min drive
- Portugal dos Pequenitos - 27 min drive
- Coimbra University - 28 min drive
Getting around
- Coimbra Station - 27 min drive
Restaurants
- ViRiDi - 8 min drive
- O Pastor - 6 min drive
- Estação de Sabores - 9 min drive
- Restaurante Museu da Chanfana - 9 min drive
- Restaurante Dom Sesnando - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.
Is Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet. ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet. ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet. located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Penela Castle, Biological Park of Serra da Lousa, and Church of San Miguel. Senhora da Piedade River Beach and Conímbriga Monographic Museum are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Pandora M.
30 Jun 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped villa in a very peaceful location
Pandora M.
Stayed 33 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Anabela L.
10 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise on earth
We had fabulous days in this property with a lovely weather So many places to explore. Aveiro and Porto so close.
The house was very good with all the comfort you may need. Clean and cozy. Because the temperatures were so good we used the pool in complete privacy with a well equiped BBQ and summer kitchen outside. Even the sun beds were so comfortable !!!!!
Thank you Chris for your kind welcome.
Anabela L.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anabela L.
28 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home and then some !
Fantastic family holyday. Everything we wished for! Enjoyed and will be remembered by all of us. Definitly a place to return to.
Amazingly clean and cared for with complete privacy . A fabulous BBQ with a complete equiped kitchen facing the pool. Welcoming gardens around and a fountain with fishes, great for children. Very, very comfortable beds with fantastic bedding. We felt we were in a five star place.
Although we were in the end of October the swimming pool was enjoyed by all of us!
Thank you Chris, we will book for next year.
Anabela L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carla T., Paris, France
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for a laid back vacation
We are back for the second year in a row and we stayed longer this time around, that should tell you everything you want to know.
We couldn't wait to get back after our time last year. The house is comfortable, spacious and has just about everything you would think of for a lovely vacation.
As a city-dweller (and a noisy city at that), I had to check I had gone deaf from time to time by snapping my fingers. That's how quiet the location is.
We just made most of the pool, and the board games and snooker but there is lots to do and see around if you want to check out the sights and the rich Portuguese food scene in nearby towns.
All I can say is we cannot wait to be back again!
Carla T.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carla T., Paris, France
3 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
A little corner of paradise
The house is very well located in a quiet little town with quick access to areas for all interests, from sports to history and culture, river beaches and the beautiful and lively Coimbra, as well as close enough to schedule day visits to both Porto and Lisbon.
If you're like us though, you will probably never get out of the pool and the lovely garden. Okay, maybe just long enough to enjoy a game of pool in the game room or a BBQ.
Chris was very available and went (literally) out of his way to fix a small issue at the beginning of our stay, making sure it was solved quickly.
We enjoyed our time at Casa dos Sonhos and we'll most likely drop by again to see more of the area... if we manage to get out of the pool, that is.
Carla T.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Charles M., Orleans Canada
17 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding - stayed for eight days
We spent two weeks at Casa do Sonhos in October 2019 - two “70 something” couples from Canada experience in Portugal for the first time. Chris welcomed us warmly and was available on WhatsApp throughout our 8-day to look after any problems, of which there were very few. During our stay, we took advantage of the location to visit Coimbra, Pombal, Fatima, Tomar and Porto (which was easily reachable from Pombal by train). The local villages of Penela (nice castle ruins), Miranda do Corvo and Lousa contain excellent facilities such as restaurants and supermarkets. We mainly self catered using Chris’s excellent indoor and outdoor kitchens but also made good use of the restaurants he recommended.
Without hesitation, we can say that we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Casa do Sonhos. The house is well-equipped with all modern conveniences and the outside kitchen (where we spent many hours in spite of the cooler autumn temperatures) was a delight. Sun was in great supply during our stay and we were even able to use the heated pool!
A car is essential to your enjoyment of this area and we were glad that we rented a smaller model because of the many narrow roads in the country. In this case, bigger is not necessarily better.
We would unconditionally recommend Casa do Sonhos for young and old alike, families and groups, and anyone looking to explore Coimbra and it’s environs. When booking, don’t make the mistake of staying for too short a period because once you get there you won’t want to leave. A big thank you to Chris and Anabela for sharing your lovely home with us.........Charles, Margaret, Bruce, and Eilleen.
Charles M.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sharon Q.
6 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Family Holiday
We’ve just returned from a lovely relaxing family holiday at Casa dos Sonhos.
Chris and Anabela are fantastic host, always available, if needed, and happy to provided helpful hints and tips for getting the most out of your stay.
A very well equipped villa in easy reach of the coast, Porto and Lisbon.
Sharon Q.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Christine B., Matlock
21 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Family Holiday
We have just enjoyed two fantastic weeks in this beautiful villa which more than lived up to our expectations. Casa dos Sonhos is spacious, clean and very well-equipped which certainly took away the headache of searching for basics when we arrived. We like to cook and made full use of the lovely barbecue house which overlooks the pool - beautiful in the evenings. Chris takes a great pride in his garden and each corner is quite individual with an abundance of fruit trees, seating and shady areas.
Chris was an excellent host and by following his suggestions, we got the most out of local facilities. The children loved visiting the BBQ chicken man on Sundays in Espinhal and this proved a very popular meal! All the local people were really helpful and friendly despite our limited knowledge of the language.
There is loads to see in this part of Portugal and we enjoyed trips to Alveiro, Tomar and the beaches an hour away. Worth visiting Porto - such a beautiful city although you need nerves of steel to drive into the centre!
Thank you to Chris and Ana for making our holiday such a pleasure- we really enjoyed meeting you. The children also loved their lesson in using the pool robot! We certainly hope to return in the near future.
Christine B.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Dave S.
3 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to discover Portugal
Lovely villa that more than matched its home away description. Chris and Ana are delightful people who simply couldnt do enough for us but they were never intrusive. Penela offers a real Portugese experience in our view so much more interesting than the Algarve with Chris always ready to give us hints and nudges about whete to go, what to see and where to eat so that we got the best out of our 2 weeks here. Splendid.
Dave S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019