If your idea of a perfect getaway involves picking fresh figs for breakfast, exploring a medieval castle by day, and drinking local wine in a hot tub under the stars by night, you’ll feel right at home here.
We live on a sprawling, peaceful 4-hectare estate nestled in the rolling hills just above historic Óbidos. The guest space is a completely independent, private two-bedroom, two-bathroom suite with its own driveway and separate entrance. You’ll have all the quiet and privacy you want, with the reassurance that we are nearby if you need anything.
The Best Bits of the Property:
• Your Own Private Eden: Step outside your door onto a private patio featuring a traditional Portuguese churrasqueira (barbecue) complete with a wood-fired oven. It’s the perfect spot for long, lazy dinners.
• The Hot Tub: Tucked away in your private outdoor space is a premium hot tub. It is spectacular for soaking tired muscles after a day of sightseeing while breathing in the crisp, quiet country air.
• The Orchards: You have full run of the estate. Feel free to wander through the rows of fruit trees and grab whatever is in season right off the branch—pears, apples, oranges, figs, persimmons, peaches, and plums are all waiting for you.
The Furry Welcoming Committee:
We share this beautiful land with our three cats and one dog. They live primarily outdoors and up at the main house, but they love new people and will almost certainly stroll by to say hello, request a scratch behind the ears, and make you feel like part of the family.
Where We Are (The Silver Coast Highlights):
We love our location because it feels entirely rural and peaceful, yet we are incredibly plugged into the best of the region:
• Óbidos Castle (15 mins): A spectacular, walled medieval village. Go early or late to miss the tour buses, walk the ramparts, and drink Ginjinha (sour cherry liqueur) out of chocolate cups.
• Buddha Eden (15 mins): The largest oriental peace garden in Europe—massive, surreal, and right on our doorstep, complete with a great wine-tasting cellar.
• Peniche & Baleal (20 mins): Raucous Atlantic seafood, gorgeous sandy beaches, and world-class surf.
• Nazaré (45 mins): Home to the famous Praia do Norte lighthouse where surfers tackle the biggest waves on the planet.
• Lisbon Airport (1 hour): An easy, straightforward drive straight down the highway.
Coming home here after a day of exploring the rugged coastline or medieval streets always feels like a deep breath out. Fire up the grill, pour a glass of wine, and enjoy the countryside silence.