Coimbra Bed and Breakfast guest house for rent
Casa das Pedras Grandes in Coimbra Centro Portugal

Casa das Pedras Grandes is an old Portuguese dwelling built with local stone. It has been renovated and modernized, mixing traditional crafts and design, with modern materials and technology to make a comfortable and attractive home. For the comfort of our “off season” guests we have wood fired central heating, with radiators in all rooms. The guest accommodation comprises of a large ground floor double bedroom, with en-suite and a large first floor double bedroom, with balcony and private bathroom. There is also a comfortable guest lounge and dining area.

Located in a small hamlet, in the beautiful rural setting of the Serra da Lousã, Central Portugal. It is ideal for those that want to get away and experience some of the true character and beauty that this country has to offer. The surrounding countryside is a mixture of pine and scented eucalyptus forests, which cover the hills and mountains in a carpet of green. Rivers wind through the valleys which provide swimming from the Praia fluvial (river beaches)in the summer, fishing and other water sports. Attractive villages and towns enable visitors to experience rural Portuguese life and the local cuisine.

The first floor bedroom has a balcony overlooking the enclosed courtyard and swimming pool. A table and chairs are provided to enjoy the wonderful views of wooded hillsides and some incredible sunsets during the summer. It has it’s own private bathroom, including bath and shower just outside the room. This bedroom opens out into a short curtained landing which leads to the guest lounge and dining area. There is also a portable radio cd player and hairdryer for your use.

The ground floor bedroom has an en-suite shower room and enjoys views of the courtyard, small swimming pool and the wooded ridges that surround the house. There is a table and chairs for a private morning coffee or tea and those all important post cards. The bedroom is also equipped with a single “occasional” bed, suitable for a child. A radio cd player is provided for your use along with a hairdryer. This room opens out into the main dining area and is very convenient for the courtyard.

The guest lounge is available for you to relax in after a hard day’s exploring. There is a TV with dvd, English freeview satellite channels, a fridge for that cold glass of wine or beer and tea and coffee making facilities. You can sit with a drink and enjoy the scenery, read one of the tourist information books or Portuguese living guides, or browse the Guest Information pack. This includes local maps, suggestions for eating out, a selection of tourist information on places to visit and a list of DVDs for a quiet evening in.

Other areas and facilities which are available for your use are the old cozinha ( Portuguese Kitchen), which has been set up as a snug with a wood burner and music system, the enclosed and private courtyard with small swimming pool and BBQ area. (The pool is 1.44m/4’9” deep and unfortunately not suitable for young children) Sun loungers are available and towels for use in the courtyard can be provided.

A Laptop computer is available for our guests to use, whether it be for property hunting or information to plan days out, checking your e-mails or for travel arrangements. There is also a Portuguese pay as you go mobile phone, to help keep costs down when ringing Portuguese mobile or landline numbers.

We have detailed maps of the local area and beyond, to help plan days out and will happily pass on any local knowledge, that may be helpful.

We have facilities for 4 guests, but can provide a single “occasional” bed, for a child to sleep with their parents in the ground floor bedroom for a small supplement. Please e-mail with your enquiries.

Laundry facilities are offered for a small charge, and an iron and ironing board is available for guest use.

For further information and more pictures please visit our website at http://www.relaxcentralportugal.com