La Petite Maison / The Little house

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 440 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Aldeia do Bispo, Castelo Branco District

Penamacor Castle and Watchtower
7 min drive
Village
18 min drive
Monsanto Castle
18 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Kitchen

Exterior

About this property

At the edge of a small typical village, surrounded by vineyards and olive trees, the Little House offers a superb view of the "Serra da Estrela" located in the center of Portugal.
Comfortable, new and private (stove in winter and air conditioning in summer) the Little House has a swimming pool to cool off in summer and a shaded terrace for the evening aperitif. It is the starting point for your hikes, sightseeing tours, discovery of this preserved part of Portugal. Attached to Unesco and the World Geopark, the region presents rare and protected geological formations, a little-known gastronomy, timeless village festivals and above all the friendliness of the inhabitants of this country.
The owners who live nearby are always available to inform you of local attractions.
At a walking distance from the village, the Little House stands in the middle of vines and olive trees and offers superb views of the mountain. Cozy, and warm in winter, cool in the summer with its private pool and terrace where to rest with a glass of vinho verde after a discovery walk of your surroundings: this area is part of the Geopark. Come and visit this hidden treasure of Portugal!
The proprietors who live nearby are always available for advice and information on all local attractions.

Property manager

Lola

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Hot tub

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

A l'extérieur

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Penamacor

Located in Penamacor, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Penamacor Castle and Watchtower and Idanha-a-Velha are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sierra de Gata and Termas de Monfortinho. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.

Aldeia do Bispo, Castelo Branco District

What's nearby

Penamacor Castle and Watchtower - 7 min drive
Idanha-a-Velha - 13 min drive
Monsanto Castle - 18 min drive
Sierra de Gata - 27 min drive
Reserva Natural da Serra da Malcata - 52 min drive

Getting around

Fundao Station - 38 min drive

Restaurants

‪Petiscos e Granitos - ‬18 min drive
‪O Baluarte - ‬17 min drive
‪O Jardim, Penamacor - ‬6 min drive
‪Taverna Lusitana - ‬18 min drive
‪Café Central - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is La Petite Maison / The Little house pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at La Petite Maison / The Little house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at La Petite Maison / The Little house?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is La Petite Maison / The Little house located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 4.1 mi (6.7 km) from Penamacor Castle and Watchtower and within 12 miles (20 km) of Idanha-a-Velha and Egitaniense Epigraphic Museum. Village and Monsanto Castle are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Annelucia P.

1 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant holiday in Portugal

Wow just wow. The owners of the property is just great. Two lovely people. The property was clean and tidy. The swimming pool was brilliant. Just what you need on a hot day. private and quiet.

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rinneteau c.

29 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabuleux

Merci Lola pour votre accueil et votre bienveillance.lorsque nous sommes arrivés on a dit "c est le paradis"tout est parfait la piscine ,la climatisation qui nous assure des bonnes nuits .on recommande vivement cette location .merci encore Lola Christian Christine

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

louise s.

12 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Notre Sejour

Nous avons été accueilli avec le sourrire et la gentillesse de Lola, la maison est tres pratique et bien agencée. La piscine est agreable meme si nous avons pas souffert de la chaleur grace a la clim mais surtout aux arbres autour. Une jolie région avec beaucoup de points d'eau pour les enfants. Lola et Vincent nous ont bien conseillés et ils sont restés à notre écoute durant tout le sejour. Nous recommandons vivement car nous avons passeé de tres belles vacances! sejour.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Antoine L.

9 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent séjour

Nous avons passé de merveilleuses vacances. Ce gîte est un havre de tranquillité. La piscine est grande et parfaite pour se rafraichir après de belles journées de visites. Lola et Vincent sont des hôtes très agréables et disponibles, toujours prêt à vous faire profiter de leurs connaissance du Portugal. Un vrai plus pour nous. La région est magnifique : Monsanto, Sortelha, Sabugal, Idanha-a-Velha, sont une véritable plongée dans l'histoire. L'emplacement du gite permet de se rendre à Porto, Lisbonne et Salamanque (à ne surtout pas manquer) en moins de 3h. Si vous êtes à la recherche de sérénité et animés par l'envie de découvrir le Portugal "historique" tout en ayant la possibilité d'aller visiter Porto, Lisbonne ou Salamanque en une journée, ce gite est fait pour vous. Encore merci à Lola et Vincent pour leur gentillesse et la qualité de leur accueil.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eider O.

23 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maravillosa casa en plena tranquilidad

La casa está puesta a todo detalle, bonita, práctica y con todo lo necesario. La anfitriona perfecto. La piscina maravillosa.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

NINES S.

29 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax y excursiones preciosas

Todo muy bien, hemos podido disfrutar de la piscina y la casa. Los pueblos de los alrededores y sus sierras son preciosos. La casa está bien equipada para sentirse agusto.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fernanda C.

27 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Setembro 2022

Experiência maravilhosa. O nosso azar foi mesmo o mau tempo, durante 3 dias não conseguimos usufruir do espaço exterior. Mas mesmo assim valeu muito a pena. A casa tem tudo o que é necessário, a piscina é boa. Os proprietários são muito acessíveis e deixam as pessoas ter o máximo de privacidade. Gostamos muito. Obrigada por tudo

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maria Jesus B.

9 Sept 2022

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Inolvidable

Ha sido una estancia maravillosa,hemos disfrutado cada segundo de todo el entorno,cada pajarito,cada árbol,hemos podido dejar atras todo el estres acumulado de todo el año. Gracias a los propietarios por su amabilidad y que decir de Maybe,gracias por la visita diaria, la echaremos de menos. Un placer haber podido disfrutar de vuestra propiedad,una casita preciosa y acogedora. Gracias por todo.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

carla a.

5 Sept 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Vacation 2022

We stayed for two weeks and really enjoyed our stay. Lola and Vincent were very helpful and available. The house and the surrounding space are great for rest and relaxation. The pool was great for hot days. The area where the house is located is close to river beaches, historic villages, walking routes, allowing you to take different walks. Our two year old son loved the house, the pool and Lola and Vincent's dog, who visited us every day. It helped to reduce the homesickness of our dogs.

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlene S.

22 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Espetacular

Adoramos a estadia, é uma casinha bastante acolhedora num lugar incrivelmente calmo. Os proprietários são muito simpáticos e prestáveis o que tornou tudo perfeito. A sua cadelinha era uma visita habitual e deixa muitas saudades. Na minha opinião, faltou apenas uma televisão e luz na piscina. Se puder, vou voltar, concerteza. Muito obrigada

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Axel c.

6 Aug 2022

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Quel excellent séjour!

Parfait. La maison disposait de tout le nécessaire, la piscine pour nous rafraîchir, le cadre pour nous reposer. Et que dire de l'excellent accueil de lola, Vincent sans oublier Leonie. Bref, un excellent séjour que nous recommandons à ceux qui recherchent un coin très sympa, tranquille et en communion avec la nature.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

14 July 2022

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Wonderful quiet location

If you want peace and quiet then this is the place for you! Wonderful hosts and wonderful stay. Highly recommended!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ofelia M.

11 July 2022

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Inolvidable

Solo tengo una palabra FANTASTICO, tanto el lugar como los anfitriones maravilloso, me fui con un sabor de boca increíble y con ganas de más, volveré sin duda, Vicent y Lola muchas gracias por todo, sois fantásticos, vacaciones inolvidables, Solo tengo buenas palabras para vosotros, un abrazo muy fuerte

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diogo R.

12 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little House ... Big Vacations!

Beautiful log cabin, very cozy, and with everything you need for a good family vacation. Very quiet and private place, with a wonderful sunset, and a starry sky like never before ... Mrs. Lola and Mr. Vincent are very friendly and attentive hosts, willing to help with what we needed, as well as giving some tips, from the surrounding historic villages to visit. A special affection for the beautiful and friendly little dog Maybe, who visited us daily. For us who love animals, it was special, and she is also special. Mrs. Lola and Mr. Vincent, thank you for the opportunity, we wish you the best. Family4D

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

30 Aug 2019

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Magnifique découverte au cœur de la nature, calme et relaxant.

Nous avons passé une semaine dans un cadre enchanteur. Nous avons profité du calme ressourçant, découvert de magnifiques villages, des paysages grandioses, des habitants accueillants et bienveillants envers les touristes.. le tout en plein cœur de la nature. Le chalet est agréable, bien équipé et surtout, il inspire la quiétude et le repos. Les hôtes bienveillants et présents comme il le faut : généreux en conseils pour la découverte des alentours. Les enfants ont adoré cueillir les fruits avec Lola ainsi que la présence de leur nouvel ami, le chien Maybe. Merci à Lola et Vincent pour ces belles découvertes, leur gentillesse et leur générosité.

10/10 Excellent

Claire D.

25 Aug 2019

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Dépaysant

Un accueil au top, chaleureux, convivial. Des propriétaires attentionnés, très agréables, qui sauront vous conseiller et vous guider pour vous permettre de passer un séjour pendant lequel le temps semble s'arrêter. La piscine est parfaite, suffisamment grande pour pouvoir jouer en famille et nager. Les repas se font avec une vue incroyable sur les montagnes et de magnifiques couchées de soleil. En ce qui concerne les activités, il faut absolument visiter le village de MOSANTO, et tous ces petits villages atypiques que l'on trouve à quelques kilomètres. Pour manger bien et pas cher il faut se rendre à PENAMACOR au restaurant A CAVE. En résumé: séjour parfait qui a plu aux grands comme aux plus petites.

10/10 Excellent

Loïc D.

20 Aug 2019

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Au bonheur tranquille

Nous avons passé deux super semaines. Maison très agréable avec cerise sur le gâteau, La Piscine. Propriétaires très accueillants, disponible et toujours à notre écoute. Si vous cherchez une maison bien équipée, au calme dans la campagne et proche de toutes commodités, ne cherchez plus vous l'avez trouvée. Merci encore à Lola et Vincent.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

26 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace, quiet, tranquility

We had a wonderful week at the Little House. The house is tastefully decorated and it is very private. The view of the sunset from the patio is gorgeous, as are the stars at night. Lola, Vince and Leone were great, as was Maybe, their dog, who visited on a daily basis. We did a lot of exploring round the nearby villages and did a few early morning walks in Malcata (it was 35 degrees by 10am!) The countryside is beautiful and varied and the villages idyllic (if deserted). We saw lots of wildlife including eagles which flew so low we could hear their wings. There are several river beaches within an hour's drive and plenty of places to see just don't expect tourist shops and crowds. If you like peace and quiet and exploring the countryside, you will love it here. Thanks Lola for being the perfect host! Rachel and Steve

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bruno O.

17 July 2019

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Relaxing and cosy

House with all the appliances needed. Great swimming pool. Very helpful host. Highly recomend!

10/10 Excellent

sandra m.

31 Oct 2018

maison parfaite

Des propriétaires au top

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Virginia P.

16 Sept 2018

Central, quiet and cosy house

The house had everything we needed for holidays. And coffee machine as well (i need and love coffe). Everything is working fine. The pool its great! We enjoyed the region and went easily to some villages like Idanha-a-Nova, Idanha-a-Velha, Sortelha, Sabugal, Penamacor and others. We also went to Monfortinho Termal Baths for a massage. The food in the region is great and we finished knowing that we want to return more times.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

sandrine i.

31 Aug 2018

Conforme a la prestation

Ideal pour les amoureux de la nature pour des belles balades le calme tres appreciable petit village typique retour aux sources merci de l accueil de lola et pour ses légumes du jardin nous avons pris un bon bol d oxygène maison et piscine propre peux etre mettre a disposition un petit parasol car il fait tres chaud

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Peter V., Turnhout, Belgium

20 Aug 2018

Wonderfull place!

We enjoyed every minut. Nice little historical towns. Close to interesting hiking routes GR12, GR22.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hugh M.

24 May 2018

Just the ticket

Five Stars. We stayed three nights and had a great time. Peaceful, quiet, beautiful area with great hosts. Can't say enough good things about it; the highlight of our trip. (Note- it is not actually in Penamacor. It is about 5 miles away in Aldus De Bispo.). Perfect for a couple or a solo driving or biking around Portugal.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pedro P.

1 Sept 2017

Great place to rest, pleasure to deal with the owners

Me and my wife were looking for a nice place to rest for a few days. What a great time we spend there. Excellent place to rest, excellent views, nice warm weather (August), AC inside, nice pool to refresh ourselves, nice place to do some bird watching too (a lot of azure-winged magpies and bee-eaters around). It was a pleasure to meet Lola and Vincent. Great couple!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017