Title: Refuge in the countryside 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 # Refuge in the countryside ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/6d4f58c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/34afdf58.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/w737h934x0y0-44860e4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/424a6a7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39510000/39501500/39501443/6d5e5b50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location 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. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 821528 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pool - Washer - Fireplace - Kitchen - Air conditioning ## 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 ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 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 ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties Com autorização prévia. ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas ## 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 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 ![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 - Lagoa Grande - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles - Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains - 6 min drive - 1.0 mile - Grutas de Alvados & Grutas de Santo António - 15 min drive - 5.5 miles - Alcobaça Monastery - 26 min drive - 13.2 miles - Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima - 32 min drive - 16.6 miles #### Getting around - Leiria Station - 29 min drive - Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 89 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪A Gralha - ‬24 min drive - ‪Pão Quente - ‬13 min drive - ‪Casa Grilo - ‬23 min drive - ‪24 Horas - ‬21 min drive - ‪Esplanada Jardim - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Refuge in the countryside have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Refuge in the countryside pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Refuge in the countryside? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Refuge in the countryside? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Refuge in the countryside located? > This family-friendly Porto de Mos cottage is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Manuel Baptista Amado Park and Natural Park of Aire and Candeeiros Mountains. Lagoa Grande is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Refuge in the countryside Reviews 10 ### 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 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 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 #### 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 #### 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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