Penela Castle View - Great Rural Stay
1 bedroom
30m2
1 bathroom
4 people
Wake up to birdsong and the sight of Penela Castle across a green valley. This bright, open-plan studio sits in a quiet corner of the Penela countryside in central Portugal, beside our own home, and shares a lovely terrace with views over the castle and the hills — the kind of place to slow down, breathe, and feel at home.
Inside, the studio is simply and warmly finished: a comfortable double bed, a wood stove that makes it cosy through the cooler months, and a full little kitchen with everything you need to cook and eat well. The private bathroom has a walk-in shower. Sunlight moves through the space all day, and the vaulted ceiling with its wooden beams gives the room an airy, restful feel.
The real heart of the place is outside. The shared terrace looks straight out at the castle and the valley — a perfect spot for morning coffee, an evening glass of wine, or simply watching the light change over the hills. The studio is surrounded by orchard and fresh air, in a calm village where the loudest sound is usually the birds.
You're wonderfully placed for exploring. Penela town, its castle and cafés are close by, and the wider Serra do Sicó — walking trails, river beaches, Roman ruins at Rabaçal, the schist villages, and the historic city of Coimbra — is all within easy reach. It's an ideal base for couples and solo travellers looking for nature, quiet, and a genuine taste of rural central Portugal.
A few honest notes so there are no surprises: this is a self-contained studio next to our family home, and the terrace is shared with us — we're glad to give you space and privacy, and equally happy to share local tips whenever you'd like them. A car is recommended for making the most of the area. Wi-Fi is available throughout.
Amenities
Wifi
Sauna
Heating
Balcony
Terrace
Washing Machine
Dryer
Wardrobe
Dishes
Cutlery
Glasses
Oven
Coffee Maker
Fridge
Microwave- Shower
Rules
Pets not allowed
Smoking not allowed
Events not allowed- Not suitable for families with children
Children not allowed- Infants not allowed
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel the reservation for free within 14 days before moving.
If you cancel your booking 14 days or more before the move-in date, you’ll get a refund of the entire first rent. If you cancel your booking up to 7 days before the move-in date, you’ll get a refund of half of the first rent. If you cancel your booking less than 6 days before the move-in date, you won’t get a refund of the first rent. The service fee is always refundable. If you send a message to Flatio's Support Team requesting cancelation of the booking ("termination from the start date") within 48 hours after the lease agreement becomes valid, you're entitled to get back all the money you paid for the service fee. After 48 hours, you're entitled to a refund of the service fee in the form of a "voucher" equal to the amount of the service fee you paid. The voucher can be used for your next booking and is valid for 12 months. If the service fee for your next booking is lower than the voucher amount, we'll issue you a new voucher for the remaining amount, valid for 12 months.
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