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Ideal for your family holidays, or romantic breaks In relaxing peace and quiet.

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Dining
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Penela
  • Popular LocationBiological Park of Serra da Lousa9 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortugal dos Pequenitos27 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoimbra University28 min drive

Most relevant reviews

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6/10 Okay

We really enjoyed the location. The views were great. Plenty of room to move around in. There was no one to let us in. W...
Rosemary O.
Oct 2, 2023

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 vacation home in Penela with outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free vacation home has an arcade/game room and a garden. Other amenities include barbecue grills. The vacation home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a refrigerator and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches like a private pool and a fireplace.
Air-conditioned accommodations at this vacation home offer private pools and fireplaces. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with DVD players. Kitchens or kitchenettes offer refrigerators, microwaves, separate dining areas, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include computer monitors and printers. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

Recreational amenities at the vacation 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 sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near 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.
  • No elevators
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • 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
  • Kayak on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Local artist showcase

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Bouvet Island
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Bouvet Island

About the neighborhood

Penela

Located in Penela, this vacation 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Biological Park of Serra da Lousa, or check out an event or a game at Coimbra Football Stadium. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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. ?

Check-out 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 vacation 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 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Rosemary O., Eugene, Oregon, USA

Great location, peaceful and quiet
We really enjoyed the location. The views were great. Plenty of room to move around in. There was no one to let us in. We climbed the fence and found the key box. Communication with Chris was difficult as they were on vacation and their return delayed. A few days later he did visit us to discuss the pool being so cold we could not use it. It never got warm enough to be enjoyed. A pity as it was a nice pool. We enjoyed the games room. We did have a problem with the toilets backing up and being unusable. Chris called a plumber. On Friday plumber said the septic needed emptied. (We had cleared the backup) it was to be done Monday. Did not see anyone Monday. So we left a day early on Tuesday.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pandora M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
Spacious, comfortable, well-equipped villa in a very peaceful location
Stayed 33 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anabela L.

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anabela L.

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.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla T., Paris, France

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!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carla T., Paris, France

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.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles M., Orleans Canada

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sharon Q.

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine B., Matlock

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

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.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019