Come and stay in our romantic Mongolian yurt, nestled in the mountains of central Portugal, about one hour inland from the ancient university town of Coimbra.

Its self-contained and fully furnished, set in our smallholding of terraced land, which we manage organically. Olives, vines and fruit trees surround the yurt; our own spring provides the water; and energy is solar powered.

Whether you’re looking for a lazy rural retreat, or an active holiday in the hills, there’s no better way to get back to nature without foregoing any creature comforts.

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Quinta Cottages are set in the rolling picturesque landscape of rural Portuguese life, made up of three beautiful properties; Chestnut Barn, Mimosa Cottage and Acorn House.

Recently renovated to a very high standard with equipment supplied for babies and toddlers including sterilisers, baby monitor, bed guards, cot, high chair, toddler seat, toddler cutlery and crockery, potty, baby bath, changing mat, child locks and stair gates.

Mimosa Cottage is set in the eucalyptus forest with two bedrooms, one bunk bed room and the master bedroom with doors leading to a patio area, shower room and open plan living area with large balcony sleeping up to 6 people.

Chestnut barn is situated by the brand new swimming pool area with a large open plan living area with kitchen on two floors, doors opening onto a patio from the lounge, the master bedroom has a kingsize bed and the second bedroom has twin beds and can sleep more.

Acorn House is new for 2008 has 1 bedroom and sleeps 4 people has. Attractively restored & furnished to provide comfortable, spacious holiday accommodation. Based on one floor, Acorn house has a large open plan living and dining room with double doors open onto the sun terrace area where wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and swimming pool can be enjoyed.The property is simply but tastefully decorated and furnished with a fully equipped kitchen open to the dining area with microwave, fridge, oven and blender, and shower room. The bedroom is off the living area with a double bed and plenty of room for more beds if required, and a sofa bed in the living room.

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Gentle Cycling Holidays - where you set the pace and we provide the support.

Our cycling routes are for those that want to know that each day the distance is easily managed giving them plenty of time to linger over a picnic lunch, a nice cool beer, a fantastic photo opportunity (and there are plenty of those) or just to gaze at the beauty of the countryside.

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Walking tours in Portugal, Madeira and the Azores

Only Portugal Walks offers tours to all parts of Portugal. These walking tours have been developed to show you the very best countryside, which varies so much from region to region. None of the tours is particularly strenuous because we want you to enjoy your holiday and have time to visit each day other towns and villages or sites of special interest within each area.

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If you want to try life in the green lane and to experience comfortable Eco-Innovation first hand, come and stay at our beautifully restored Quinta in central Portugal, 2 hours from Lisbon.

The harmonious design of the house and grounds is inspired by holistic principles of integration. Simply by being here you can experience peace, light and tranquility. Come for a holiday of renewal and transformation.

Your stay at the Quinta do Marmeleiro will be self-catering and to ensure your smooth relaxation we can supply a stocked fridge on your arrival.

The house book gives full details of all activities available within both walking, cycling and driving (or bus) distance. Perfect for families and perfect for sampling life in the slow lane.

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The Quinta is a very comfortable self-catering house in a mountain valley exceptional for its beauty and nature within the São Mamede Natural Park in the North Alentejo bordering Spain. The Parque is well endowed with walks and we provide the best possible maps and notes to lead you through the countryside.

A peaceful retreat in the midst of this spectacular countryside set on the unique, private one hectare rural setting of olive terraces which lead down to the mountain stream called the Ribeira da Arronches which flows though Vale Lourenço. A truly unspoilt natural environment and an ideal holiday destination.

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4 Apartment holiday Cottages overlooking the market town of Loule in the Central Algarve, Portugal all with breath taking sea views - sleeps 2 - 13 people.

Ideally situated for bird watching, general nature studies, swimming and walking holidays

The accommodations occupy an acre of hilltop set in breathtaking Algarvian countryside in total peace & tranquillity & overlooks the market town of Loulé. Parts of the Quinta date back to mid 19th Century and are divided up into 4 apartment cottages, one large 2 bed apartment cottage, Orange and 2 newer 1 bed apartment cottages, Lemon and Carob and a rustic duplex cottage, Casa do Forno. All have their own separate entrances, own kitchens, private south-facing sun terraces & Bar-B-Q areas. All have been furnished to a very high standard with cane and pine furniture. During the winter months, heating is included in the tariffs.

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Quinta de Bispos is excellently situated on the slopes of the Caramulo mountain ridge in central Portugal and combines the quiet of a rural environment with all the services that may be expected from a quality hotel.

An important part of our ecological profile is the installation of a 310 m2 fotovoltaic solar panel producing electricity. It has a capacity of 43,200 Wp producing more than 55,000 kWh a year, which we estimate, will be enough to cover approximately 40 % of the quinta’s energy needs.

The waters from the sewers are bio-degraded in a special tank, and used for irrigation. All waste is separated, and organic waste is composted.
The great majority of the lamps (wherever possible) are energy-saving. The air-conditioning is turned off automatically when a window is opened, and the lights shut off automatically when a room is unoccupied.

For an environmentally friendly holiday in central Portugal with many relaxing local activities

Botany, Cycling, Family Holidays, Hiking, Horse riding, Mountain biking, Photography, Swimming, Walking

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Join us for a fabulous riding holiday at our beautiful farm In the green heart of mid Portugal.

One of the most unspoilt terrains for horse riding in Europe. The spectacular, diverse landscape ranges from eucalyptus, pine and cork oak forests on the lower slopes, with tracks climbing up to heather clad hilltops where you have breathtaking views. We are well away from the tourist trails, even in the peak season you can ride all day and hardly see another person.

All riding abilities catered for including families.

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