When you choose for adventure, authentic live and enjoying nature and you are open for other cultures, then you understand the true art of discovering.
There is much to discover in the surroundings of Casa Cantiga with to the north Coimbra (90km), in the south Lisbon (100km), eastwards Tomar (68km) and to the west the Atlantic Ocean (15km) and in between.........
In the hammock or at the swimming pool you can plan your day, using the travel guides, maps and other information that lies ready for you.
Casa Cantiga is located only 5 minutes away from the historical center of Alcobaça, that besides the famous Monastery and church, also offers you restaurants, theatre and cinema, lovely stores and supermarkets. Alcobaça, Terra de Paixão!
The region Estremadura in which our Casa lies is the heart of Portugal, a long and narrow coast province with the capital Lisbon in the south. Lisbon is a city with a clear Southern European charm and mentality and with a rich history and a large offer of culture.
Historically and culturally, Estremadura is the richest region of Portugal.
It houses cities such as Alcobaça, Aveiro, Batalha, Caldas da Rainha, Coimbra, Fátima, Figueira the Foz, Óbidos, Leiria, Lisbon, Mafra, Nazaré, Peniche, Santarém, Sintra.
Beaches: Nazaré, Foz the Arelho, the beautiful bay of São Martinho do Porto far too many to list here so take a look at their special page.
Golf: Praia D'el Rey, Óbidos; Botado, Peniche; Golden Eagle, Rio Maior; Vimeiro, Vimeiro (Torres Vedras).
For walking and biking you are at the right place. The presence of the Serra (mountains), the large Pinhal da Leiria (a pine forest of 12000 hectares) and the many beaches make it a pleasure for young and old.
In our direct surroundings there are also a number of unique spots to visit. What to think of the saltpans of Rio Maior, where you can see how salt is won? Or the many caves, the glass route and wine routes, the real Portuguese markets?
All this information and much more can be found in the package that is made available to you upon arrival.
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Description:
Casa Cantiga
At the west coast, approximately 95 km above Lisbon, the Costa the Prata within 15 minutes drive, you can find Casa Cantiga. A small-scale stay where you can enjoy the sun, pleasant temperatures and a breathtaking sparkled sky. Our Casa has a splendid view on the" Serra de aire e Candeeiros, an ideal spot to discover the real live of Portugal.
A wonderful combination of nature and culture, with in the direct surroundings wonderful cities, such as Alcobaça, Bathalha, Leiria, Fatima, Caldas da Rainha, Óbidos, Nazaré.
Casa Cantiga has 3 comfortable apartments and 2 special tents accommodating 2 up to 6 persons.
An inviting pool, a complete served breakfast, the terrace as well as the places under the olive-trees are added benefits. You can enjoy the weekly barbecue, the many birds which sing to you in the morning, several fruit trees and a breathtaking sky.
For the children we have a separated shallow part in the swimming pool as well as a playing area with swings, sandpit and trampoline. Looking for active pursuits, you will find lots of possibilities: several golf courses in the surrounding area and mountains and nature for hiking and walking. Bicycles and a very special walking wagon are for rent. Or what do you think of: a nice tour, splendid nature, typical Portuguese villages and lots of culture. Going out for diner is also a pleasure with regard to taste, diversity and value for money.
Costa the Prata (silver coast) is an alternating coast with cliffs, bays and often-broad beaches. The coast here is considered the most beautiful of Portugal, still mostly untouched by tourism, and besides a paradise for surfers with mass waves and also a lot of lagoons extremely well suited for children.
Golf fanatics can enjoy themselves on the courts of: Praia D'el Rey (Óbidos), Botado (Peniche) and Golden Eagle (Rio Maior).
Furthermore we also have an active program in summer season. Each visitor receives a file with all the information of the surroundings. That particular, still, hardly discovered beach, that special fish restaurant, a special walk, our hospitality and a personal and relaxed atmosphere are among the things we offer