Holiday rentals in Barril de Alva

RAIZ - an inspiring haven, with nature all around!

Only 35 kms from Serra da Estrela and 75 kms from Coimbra, in a small village in Serra do Açor with daily delivery of fresh bread, is RAIZ, a 1907 house waiting for you to enjoy good views and a magnificent sunset on the terrace. Spacious and cosy, with air conditioning, living room with wood burning stove and garage with direct access, where you will find several bicycles to discover the surroundings. Win some family time with lots of games and toys. Enjoy yourself. The pleasure is also ours!

Historic Quinta Estate with Pool & Mountain views

A former Adega grape press has been transformed into a beautiful family home with a private outdoor terrace, garden & BBQ within a stunning historic Quinta estate including swimming pool, gardens and cascading olive orchards. It's a 10min walk through the village to the river with beaches and a café whilst charming Coja town is a 5min drive and includes several restaurants, cafes, bakeries, bank. A multitude of historic sights and outdoor activities are catered for in the surrounding area.

Riverside luxury Apartment

Situated right on the banks of the Pomares river, this newly refurbished luxury 1 bedroom apartment has everything you need for a relaxing holiday, set in the heart of the Alva Valley. The apartment has a balcony over looking the river beach of Avo, where you can enjoy the fresh water of the Alva river. Right next to the apartment you have a coffee/bakery shop, a small grocery shop, a pharmacy and a bank. Around the property you can enjoy many different walking paths in nature.

Cozy modern tiny house with riverview in the woods

The house is located in the Mondego River Valley on walking distance of a beautifull isolated riverbeach. A great place to get away from the stressed world. Excellent for a couple or an individual who loves the simplicity, purity and silence of nature. The house includes an open kitchen and living room, a 11 m2 mezanine for sleeping, an outside shower, compost toilet in a 5000 m2 forest garden with granit boulders, natural structures, sculptures and chillout places.

One-bedroom apartment with private parking

Located just 1 km from Coja River Beach and a short walk from the village center, Villa Montês Guesthouse offers modern apartments, a garden, outdoor pool and free parking. The apartments are spacious and air-conditioned, with well-equipped kitchens with a fridge, microwave, toaster, stove and coffee maker. Spacious bathrooms, flat-screen TV with cable channels, free Wi-Fi. Each apartment is decorated with tiled floors and neutral colors.

Hilltop Cabin

A Cozy Mountain cabin studio with stunning panoramic views of the beautiful Coimbra district. The cabin location is just above the charming village of Esculca, 8 minutes drive down to Coja and 15 minutes east from the city of Arganil. its a quite place to clear your mind, easy to get in touch and connect with the wild nature and self sustain mountain life , enjoy what the earth provides while trying to give as much back to it.

Hobbit House in Açor Mountains

The space is located in the Açor Mountains, close to unforgettable rivers beaches, most untouched by men, close to Fraga da Pena and located in a xist house region. You will love the Hobbit House because it is unique, different than usual, specially for the way it is integrated in nature. Our Hobbit House is excellent for a couple or an individual looking for a retreat in the middle of nature.

Ninho Bico-de-Lacre ~ paradise is on Earth

Ninho Bico-de-Lacre is a typical stone house of Beira. Inserted in Quinta Amor (terracuraproject). Located in the district of Coimbra, in an area bathed by the Alva River, benefiting from the richness of the Mondego Valley. We are 45 minutes from Serra da Estrela, surrounded by charming river beaches. Pedestrian, cycling, 4x4, small and large route trails. Canoeing and adventure sports.

Quiet flat in renovated, rural village farmhouse

A unique and charming flat set in a quiet rural Portuguese village with views overlooking the magical mountains of the Serra d’Açor and the Serra da Estrela. The apartment is unique in that it retains the original 'schiste' architectural character of an old village farmhouse while being fully renovated to a modern standard with taste and simplicity.