Obidos, Leiria
The Caribbean was originally the stables and home to a donkey and turkeys but with 35sqm you won't feel cooped up in this complete high spec renovation. Accessed by its own private entrance from the spacious central courtyard, it has been fully converted to give you everything you need for your holiday - the bathroom features a custom walk in shower, the kitchen has full oven, gas hob, microwave, Dolce Gusto coffee machine, toaster, kettle and a range of gourmet tools to conjure up something with the figs that you can actually pick from leaning over on your own elevated sun deck. The sunken lounge is reached down stone steps and has a flat screen TV with main UK channels, wifi and a pellet burner, and the glass double doors slide open to the deck with BBQ and valley beyond. The double bed has been inset under a large sleeper beam to providing a cozy comfortable and unique sleeping arrangement with starry sky lights above, however it has been designed that you can easily pull the bed out if you prefer. Although very peaceful we feel QBV is ideally suited being less than 8km from both Obidos and Buddha Eden - the largest oriental garden in Europe. A variety of beaches can be reached within 25 mins including the lagoon at Foz do A'relho or the world class surf beaches at Peniche or Baleal. Lisbon is under an hour away and can be easily reached by bus or Sintra is only 1 hr 20 mins away so we feel we are ideally situated for you to have a very cosy, classy and comfortable home away from home base to relax in after exploring the delights of the Silver Coast and beyond.
Knowing how frustrating it can be renting rural properties and arriving to an empty fridge and cupboards, we provide an extensive starter pack including milk, butter, cold meats, cheese, bread, fruit, tea, coffee, wine and beer along with essentials such as washing up liquid, paper towels, oils and vinegars. etc. Recognising the ever restrictive luggage allowances on flights we also provide toiletries and beach towels.
High quality accommodation within easy reach of Obidos and Peniche coast. The property was really well equipped, with lots of attention to detail to ensure we had the the best experience. South facing balcony offers additional space to sunbathe, read and eat. Sam and Rich were exceptional hosts.
Richard and Sam are the quintessential hosts. They are onsite, but give you full privacy or lively conversation by the fig trees. We stayed in the Caribbean Suite. Although the smallest, it is perfect for 2 people. When we arrived from the airport, the pantry was fully stocked, which included a hot lunch waiting so we could recover from our international flight vs going to the market for groceries. Sam even gave us some of her tasty homemade tea cake and fresh oranges from her trees on the property. The kitchen has any tool, pot, or knife needed. And the fresh bread & pastel de nata they brought us...so amazing! We wound recommend staying with Richard and Sam any time!
The overall experience at Quinta do Bom Vento was excellent. By car, the house is only a few minutes driving to Óbidos and the beaches. The house was very clean, cosy and peaceful. We stayed at the Caribbean house and the view was breath taking, with a great balcony to have a drink, make some barbecue and great memories. The kitchen and the bathroom were very well equipped, the bed and sofa were comfortable and overall, the house was a great place. But what made this house truly great was the hosts; Rich and Sam were amazing, they really know how to make you feel welcome. Their kind spirit is visible in every detail of the house and that is what made this stay truly wonderful.
What a fantastic place to stay. Accommendations are spotlessly clean, well appointed with no detail left unturned. We stayed a week with so many wonderful sights in Portugal near by. We rented a car and had no problem navigating the roadways with Google maps. Our hosts, Rich and Sam Malone were very helping with suggestions on where to go and what to see. Would return in a heartbeat. Don’t miss staying here. If your looking for a quiet place to stay you’ve got it here. Shopping, restaurants and bars are quick 10 minute drive away.
From the moment we arrived we were treated like one of the family by Rich and Sam. The apartment was decorated to a very high standard with everything you needed and more. We had a barbecue on the terrace and spent many evenings enjoying the amazing views with a glass of wine. A car is needed but Obidos, Caldas and many other attractions including a choice good restaurants are just a short drive away. Also some good beaches only about 30 mins drive. Rich and Sam were really knowledgable about the area and offered many suggestions for day trips. I would certainly recommend QBV and am planning our next trip there this year.
This a wonderful place to stay, almost don't want to share it! From the moment we arrived the hosts made us feel at home more like visiting friends than renting an apartment. The Adriatic a studio apartment was perfect for our needs, very well appointed with a lovely view from our terrace. The welcome pack of goodies was very generous and exciting to review. There is loads to see in the area both beaches, country, culture and pretty towns and villages. Buddha-Eden is close by and well worth a visit we would recommend one of the five apartments at QBV to anyone we had a fantastic time there.