Title: Refuge in the countryside 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 # Refuge in the countryside Family-friendly cottage in Porto de Mos ## Photo gallery for Refuge in the countryside ![Dining - Refuge in the countryside (Porto de Mós)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/73394132.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Refuge in the countryside (Porto de Mós)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/71dc0915.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Refuge in the countryside (Porto de Mós)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/90f352ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi - Refuge in the countryside (Porto de Mós)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/2a165733.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Refuge in the countryside (Porto de Mós)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/6df832f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Refuge in the countryside and take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 821528 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Refuge in the countryside Located in the typical and charming Marinha da Mendiga village, where the population still keeps the traditions and customs alive. Casa da Cisterna Velha is a typical house dating from 1930, but with the comfort of our day. Its background is the beautiful Serra d´Aire and Candeeiros, ideal for those who want to escape the stress of everyday life. It is surrounded by a magnificent garden where you can find olive, fig and walnut trees as well as other vegetation. You have at your disposal a private swimming pool where you can relax and admire the charming Serra. If you are a nature lover, venture out on the trails of the Serra d´ Aires e Candeeiros Natural Park (mountain biking, hiking, donkey rides or horse riding) and immerse yourself in the wonders of nature where you can contemplate one of the most beautiful Sunset . Right next door you can visit Fórnea, have a Pic-Nic in the Mendiga lagoons, visit the Mira d´Aire Caves (next door have the water park), Algar da Pena Caves, have the Park where you can find the footprints of Dinosaur. At the cultural level, there is the Porto Mos Castle, the Aljubarrota Center, the Batalha Monastery, the Alcobaça Monastery and the Leiria Castle. The beach of Nazaré is also close to one of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal and the emblematic varinas best known by women of 7 skirts, worth visiting. Of course, we cannot forget about the Shrine of Fatima. All here near the cistern house. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Massage - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Spelunking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 21,528 square feet ## Similar properties ![Double Room, Ocean View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6110000/6101400/6101305/2b32e08d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Oceano Nazaré - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning - Business services 8.4 Very good 638 reviews £44 includes taxes & fees 18 Feb - 19 Feb [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-18&endDate=2026-02-19&selected=6101305&PinnedHotelID=6101305&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1640000/1636500/1636415/18702017.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Dos Templarios Tomar - 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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 family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 Note from host: Com autorização prévia. 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 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 94341 ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Old Cistern House Cottage Old Cistern House Porto de Mos Old Cistern House Cottage Porto de Mos ## About the area Located in Porto de Mos, this cottage is in a rural area. Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima and Arco Da Memoria are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains and Ecopista de Porto de Mos. Travelling with kids? Consider Alcaria Riding Centre and Rio Maior Salt Flats. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking, cave exploring and mountain biking. [Visit our Porto de Mos travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-De-Mos.dx6209399) [View more Cottages in Porto de Mos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Porto-De-Mos-Cottages.d6209399-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%7C39.51128%2C-8.84224&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8bfIGsbIOTzxX7NSVWns-2Nx1hA=) Porto de Mós, Leiria District ### What's nearby - ![The Sanctuary of Fatima is, par excellence, a place of Christian pilgrimage and Catholic devotion, preserving the memory of the events that led to its founding, namely the apparitions of Our Lady to the three little shepherds - Lúcia dos Santos, Francisco and Jacinta Marto - in 1917 Its magnitude and relevance from the religious point of view has long been widely recognized nationally and internationally. By express will of the Holy Apostolic See, this is a National Shrine. It is also one of the most important Marian shrines in the world belonging to the Catholic Church and the largest international religious tourism destination, receiving around six million visitors a year. He was distinguished with three papal gold roses and visited by Popes Paul VI (1967), John Paul II (1982, 1991 and 2000), Benedict XVI (2010) and Francisco (2017).](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11100/cd0c6e8a-59ba-436c-9959-6ea09db7326f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima 37 min drive \- 17.9 miles - ![Nazare Beach which includes rugged coastline, general coastal views and surf](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116802/6a769253-febe-4fd3-968b-1a47157f2892.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Nazaré Beach 45 min drive \- 22.3 miles - ![Beach at Sao Martinho do Porto, Shutterstock ID 34087669, Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6116800/32b21dd4-d91a-4e01-bc26-dbf5568ea27f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sao Martinho do Porto Beach 48 min drive \- 25.7 miles - Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles - Manuel Baptista Amado Park 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles ### Getting around - Leiria Station 29 min drive - Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) 85 min drive ### Restaurants - A Gralha 24 min drive - 24 Horas 21 min drive - Quinta Da Aldeia 18 min drive - Adega do Luís 14 min drive - Pão Quente 13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Refuge in the countryside have a pool? ### Is Refuge in the countryside pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Refuge in the countryside? ### What time is check-in at Refuge in the countryside? ### What time is check-out at Refuge in the countryside? ### Where is Refuge in the countryside located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Refuge in the countryside Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jiří M. 16 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing well-maintained property with large beatiful garden. We used the house both as a great basis for journeys across Portugal as well as a leisure site itself. It perfectly satisfied both interests. The owner, Angelica, provided us a flawless support and an impressive welcome with fruits, wines, cakes, beatifully arranged in the property. We can gladly recommend the house for visiting. ##### Jiří M. Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wolfram A. 30 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Schönes Haus, schöner Garten, Ruhe Erholung Ein liebevoll ausgestattetes Haus mit schönem Garten, toller Pool. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt und sie Ruhe genossen. ##### Wolfram A. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rob S. 21 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect accommodation! From the moment we arrived this place has a wow factor. Angelina was there to welcome us and provided a gorgeous platter of local meats and cheeses. The house and grounds are beautiful, the area is stunning…1 week isn’t enough…The property has all the facilities you could think of for a rural escape. Can’t recommend this highly enough. We loved it! ##### Rob S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stéphanie R. 14 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### cadre et maison superbe maison aussi belle que les photos. repos garantie. on avait plus envie de bouger. hamac, brasero, maison en pierre, patio, piscine trampoline. toute la famille. super séjour. Angelina est une super hôte. une gentille attention à notre arrivée.. on voulait plus partir ##### Stéphanie R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ana M. 6 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantástico! A casa é boa, muito bem cuidada, superou as expectativa. O jardim é ótimo, grande e também muito arranjado. Adoramos! O local a casa e fomos muito bem recebidos. ##### Ana M. 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