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Spacious luxury country house. Shared pool. Fully wheelchair accessible

Ourique, Beja, Portugal

Vale da Cegonha offers country living of the highest standards in 2 beautifully presented country houses. brThe houses are adjoining, yet totally self contained. Each has its own front door and private barbeque terrace.brThere is also a large swimming pool with both a sun terrace and shady pergola beside, which is shared between all guests. There is ample room around the pool area for all guests to enjoy their own space. The pool itself measures 10x5 metres and is 1.2m at the shallow end and 2m at the deep end.brBoth of the houses and all the terraces enjoy spectacular uninterrupted views across the valley toward the distant hills.brCasa Coruja has an exceptionally large open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Within the lounge area is a full size sofa bed which will accommodate 2 adults, plus further comfortable seating. The dining area includes an extending table and 4 chairs. Two further folding chairs are also available, if required. The kitchen is fully fitted and has solid wood units with granite worktops. It includes a hob, oven, microwave, fridge freezer, toaster and electric hand blender.brA further dining table and chairs is outside on the barbeque terrace.brBoth bedrooms have zip and link beds which can be made up as either a large double or 2 singles, whichever you would prefer. A small childs bed or cot can be added to either bedroom.brBoth bedrooms also have spacious 'wetroom' style shower rooms ensuite, which include an adjustable height shower, washbasin and WC.brbrWhat makes Casa Coruja so special is that when we designed it we wanted to ensure that it was not only spacious and elegant, but also completely wheelchair friendly. To this end, subtle features were included - wider doors, level thresholds, no steps to negotiate. There is ample space to turn around in all rooms including the shower rooms. These also have open spaces under the washbasins, 1m spaces beside the WC's and grabrails beside the WC's and in the shower areas. The kitchen is also wheelchair friendly as it includes an extra lowered work surface and hob both with spaces beneath plus a further space beneath the sink. Most crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils are kept in large pull out drawers with space to the side. The oven is set at 50cm from the floor.brWe can either provide or hire a number of mobility aids if required. brAll areas around both the house and the pool terraces are fully wheelchair accessible.brbrPaths lead around the grounds from where fabulous views of the Monte da Rocha lake can be enjoyed.brbrVale da Cegonha is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. There is simply nothing better than sitting on the terrace in the evening, with family or friends, sharing good food and a glass of excellent local wine, as the sun sets over the hills and valley. Afterwards you will be treated to a dazzling display of starlight, thanks to our clean, clear air.brIt is truly magical and an experience that we'd like to invite you to share.brbrRound and About Vale da Cegonha: brBeside the pool we have our own 'beach' which is an ideal place for young children to play or for a game of boules. We have 2 sets available.brThere are also many old cartways crossing the landscape giving endless opportunities to birdwatchers, botanists, artists and photographers as well as those who just love the outdoors. Whether you are on foot, or maybe horseback there is always something to enliven the senses- the smell of wild mint, rosemary and eucalyptus; watching 2 hares chasing round a field or brightly coloured birds such as bee-eaters, hoopoes and blue magpies, while majestic birds of prey and elegant storks soar high over head. A meeting with a local shepherd quietly tending his sheep is reminiscent of life in a bygone age, as is a visit to a local bar where everyone seems to have time for a friendly chat.brbrOurique is a typical Alentejo whitewashed town perched on the top of a hill, with lovely views over the local countryside. As the county town it has supermarkets, shops, restaurants, cafes and bars as well as banks, a cinema, library and a health centre, 2 chemists and a fuel station, which provide for all daily needs. Many local restaurants have their speciality dishes -if it is chicken you fancy then head for the local lakeside bar/restaurant. For the best local pork head for the Adega Velha restaurant in Ourique. If it is steak that you fancy, so tender that you can cut it with a fork, yes a fork!, then there is a restaurant just outside Ourique where you can find that too. brTypical local fairs and festivals occur throughout the year beginning with Carnival on Shrove Tuesday and ending with the festival of Sao Martinho on 12 November where chestnuts are roasted and the new wine flows freely. All promise a truly Portuguese experience.brbrThe Algarve, Lisbon and beautiful west coast are also within easy reach.brbrWe are resident proprietors. Our cottage is also located within the grounds of Vale da Cegonha. As such we are here if you need us for help, advice or just a chat, but in the background, if you don't.brbrVale da Cegonha is a fully registered tourism business within the category of 'Alojamento Local' Our licence number is 3346/AL.
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$110.54

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Private Vacation Home

Spacious luxury country house. Shared pool. Fully wheelchair accessible

Ourique, Beja, Portugal

Vale da Cegonha offers country living of the highest standards in 2 beautifully presented country houses. brThe houses are adjoining, yet totally self contained. Each has its own front door and private barbeque terrace.brThere is also a large swimming pool with both a sun terrace and shady pergola beside, which is shared between all guests. There is ample room around the pool area for all guests to enjoy their own space. The pool itself measures 10x5 metres and is 1.2m at the shallow end and 2m at the deep end.brBoth of the houses and all the terraces enjoy spectacular uninterrupted views across the valley toward the distant hills.brbrCasa Aguia has a spacious lounge with a leather lounge suite. There is also a TV/DVD player and satellite TV. The kitchen/diner has a dining table and seating for up to 6 guests and the kitchen area is fully fitted and has solid wood units with granite worktops. It includes a hob, oven, microwave, fridge freezer, toaster and electric hand blender.brA further dining table and chairs is outside on the barbeque terrace.brBedroom 1 has a double bed and a single bed and a full bathroom ensuite which includes a corner bath with shower over plus a washbasin, WC and bidet. brBedroom 2 (wheelchair accessible) has zip and link beds which can be made up as either a large double or 2 singles, whichever you would prefer. A small child's bed or cot can be added to this bedroom.brThis bedroom also has a spacious 'wetroom' style shower room ensuite, which includes an adjustable height shower, washbasin and WC. There are grabrails within the shower area and beside the WC as well as a 1m space beside the WC and an open space beneath the washbasin.brWhat makes Casa Aguia so special is that when we designed it we wanted to ensure that it was not only spacious and elegant, but that it was also wheelchair friendly. To this end subtle design features were included - wider doorways, level thresholds and no steps. There are also 1.5m turning circles in all living areas as well as bedroom 2.brThe kitchen is also wheelchair friendly as it includes an extra lowered work surface and hob both with spaces beneath plus a further space beneath the sink. Most crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils are kept in large pull out drawers with space to the side. The oven is set at 50cm from the floor.brWe can either provide or hire a number of other mobility aids if required - Electric care beds, electric hoists and wheelchairs as well as a pool hoist. Please advise us of your requirements.brAll areas around both the house and the pool terraces are fully wheelchair accessible.brParking is available immediately in front of the house and there is also a shaded parking area is available.brbrCOVID-19 Statement of safety precautions at Vale da Cegonha.brVale da Cegonha offers 2 letting houses, Casa Aguia and Casa Coruja.brEach house is entirely separate. Each house has its own entrance door at the front of the property and each house has its own private barbeque terrace at the rear of the property. The front doors are approximately 10 metres apart.brEach house will be thoroughly cleaned as normal and then disinfected before new guests arrive. This includes all areas such as door handles, light switches, TV remotes, cupboard and drawer handles, as well as microwave and fridge door handles and all chair backs.brbrThe pool and surrounding pool terraces are shared.brUnder normal circumstances, clients can chose where they wish to sit.brHowever, due to the situation with COVID-19, we have introduced strict precautions to ensure that guests remain safe at all times.brThere are 2 terraces beside the pool, a sun terrace with loungers and a shaded terrace with tables and chairs. brEach terrace is now strictly divided, such that a safe distance of 2 metres is maintained between guests from each house, at all times.brbr Safety of the pool and the pool water.brbrThe water is filtered constantly, throughout the day. The water is also treated with chlorine at all times. The purpose of this is to ensure that the water remains clear but also to ensure that the water remains disinfected and safe for swimming, at all times. Normally, our pool has approximately 20% of the amount of chlorine that is used in public pools. This is sufficient to keep the water clean and safe for swimming. However, we have increased this to 40% for the moment, to reassure guests that the water is completely disinfected and that it is safe to swim.brbrIf you have any concerns and would like to ask any further questions, please do so.brIt is most important to us that all of our guests feel safe and secure here at Vale da Cegonha.brPenny and Gregbr
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One special Cottage with its own private pool, stunning grounds, lovely views.

Ourique, Ourique, Portugal

Casa Sossegada is a charming private cottage with its own totally private pool and stunning views across the garden to the lake and countryside beyond. It is within our 23 acre garden which you are free to roam. Our house is not visible from the privacy of the cottage. For cooler winter nights snuggle up by the log burning stove. There are many books, games, CD's, English and Portugese TV and CD player. Internet - ask owner for the code. br The property complies with the requirements of the Alojamento Local licence. Registration number 82315/ALbrThe wider garden is a conservation area providing traditional natural habitat for the regions birds and animals. You have complete freedom there climbing the natural paths (you will need proper shoes or trainers to do this). Go to the trig point on the garden's boundary - the highest point for miles. There are seats around so rest a while and take in the magnificent views or if you prefer try a gentle walk around the lake. Watch the swallows swòoping down to feed. Many other birds visit including the colourful bee eaters and the local azure winged magpies, hoopoes and herons. Fish if you like! The fishing is good with excellent carp and wide mouthed bass. The lake is not polluted in any way and the fish are in fine condition. The fish must be carefully handled and gently returned to the lake. br Spring brings carpets of wild flowers and the nights have starry skies unspoilt by light pollution. Look out for the stunning milky way and shooting stars. Not to mention the sunrise over our lake and often quite amazing sunsets - sit on the back terrace to enjoy the best sunset views. Turn left out of the gates and explore the many paths through the forest and beyond. br This is a rural paradise yet within approx 10 - 15 mins by car you access a good supermarket next to a pizza/pasta cafe, medical / dental facilities, pharmacy, petrol station and other shops. Five mins further on brings you into Ourique with cafe bars, banks, restaurants, optician, garage and shops. There is a good view point near to the local Camera i.e Town Hall, with excellent views of the whole area. Roads to the Algarve or the west coast if you fancy a change are good and generally quiet. It is about one hour by car to either without rushing. brThe area is a bird watchers haven with over 45 different species in and around the garden dependant upon season including the booted eagle, crested lark, oriel, hoopoe, jay, montagues harrier, woodchat shrike, and the regions very own azure winged magpie. There are lists of birds visitors have put up on the little board in the cottage. Over 85 species on the land and surrounding area. br We can sort out your washing if you wish. The laundry room is available if you wish to use it but we are happy to do any washing for you - after all you are on holiday! The cottage is very well equipped but just ask if you need anything -- you'll find us if you want us but never intrusive. It is your private holiday - ENJOY YOURSELVES!!
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