Nature house in Famalicão | Serra Da Estrela *
Central, Portugal
- 2 persons
- 1 bedroom
- WiFi
- Swimming pool
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Pets not allowed
Welcome to our rustic cottage, your home on vacation in the mountains. Built on a century-old granite farmhouse in the Serra da Estrela Natural Park, central Portugal. Inside you will find natural materials, a cozy wood stove and views of the rock face behind the bed. Outside, a sunny terrace with panoramic views, silence and mountains awaits. Perfect for nature lovers, hikers and dreamers. You are surrounded by hiking trails, herbs, stars and silence and only a 5-minute drive away from several small villages and several river beaches where you can swim. Here you live to the rhythm of the mountains. (1 dog possibly allowed, but only by agreement! There are cats and a dog living on the farm).
Nature and surroundings
The cottage and farm is located in the middle of the protected natural park Serra da Estrela, above the village of Famalicão da Serra. From the grounds you have an unobstructed view of a huge part of the park as well as Torre, the highest point in Portugal. Walk directly into the mountains, discover deserted paths, rivers and wild flowers. In spring everything turns green and you can smell the wild mint. In autumn chestnut trees hang full and in summer it is perfect for a dip in the various rivers in the area and in the evening cool off atop the mountain. This is the pure nature of Portugal, away from mass and hurry, a place to catch your breath.
Amenities
- 2-pers. bed (1x)
- Parking (1x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Wood stove
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace
- Swimming pool (shared) 25m2 m2
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
- Toilet
- Washing machine (shared)
Location
Reviews
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MarijkeOctober 10, 2026
We were warmly welcomed by Pippijn. The cottage is cozily decorated with an eye for detail.
Werden vriendelijk ontvangen door Pippijn. Huisje is gezellig ingericht met oog voor detail.
Enjoy nature to the fullest! The cottage is in a gorgeous location and has an even more beautiful view.
Heerlijk genieten in de natuur! Huisje heeft een super mooie ligging en een nog mooier uizicht.
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LuciaSeptember 25, 2026
Amazing! A simple yet very charming and cozy cottage in breathtaking surroundings. Host Pippijn is easy to reach, and I have the utmost respect for how he embarked on this adventure in Portugal and built up the farm entirely on his own. That just makes you appreciate the place even more. Perfect if you’re looking for peace and quiet, beautiful nature, and possibly some great hikes.
Geweldig! Sober, maar heel fijn en knus huisje in een adembenemende omgeving. Host Pippijn is goed bereikbaar, en ik heb zeer veel respect voor hoe hij dit avontuur in Portugal is aangegaan en de boerderij geheel eigenhandig heeft opgebouwd. Daardoor ga je de plek alleen maar meer waarderen. Perfect voor als je op zoek bent naar rust, mooie natuur en evt toffe hikes.
Beautiful surroundings! From the cottage, you have a truly breathtaking view of the nature park. And there are plenty of options for hiking near the cottage or taking a drive somewhere.
Prachtige omgeving! Vanaf het verblijf heb je echt een adembenemend uitzicht over het natuurpark. En genoeg opties om te wandelen in de buurt van het huisje of met de auto ergens heen te rijden.
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ErwinAugust 3, 2026
Fantastic!
Fantastisch!
Pica Pau is a fantastic place to unwind and enjoy nature. The cottage is incredibly charming and cozy, more than spacious enough for two people, and—despite its mountain cabin-like atmosphere—fully equipped with all modern conveniences. What’s more, the view of the Serra Estrela is unparalleled. Thanks to the French doors in the kitchen, you’ll want to spend the whole day just making coffee, cooking, and gazing outside. And then, in the evening, watch the sunset from the (even) higher rock terrace in the backyard. Pippijn is a wonderful and attentive host, and during your stay, you’ll get the cheerful company of Maui the dog for free (she even managed to charm us—not exactly dog people—in no time). There’s plenty to see and do in the area, and Pippijn gives great tips for beautiful spots where you’ll hardly run into anyone else. This place has everything you could want in a nature house—highly recommended!
Pica Pau is een fantastische plek om tot rust te komen en te genieten van de natuur. Het huisje is ontzettend leuk en knus ingericht, meer dan ruim genoeg voor twee personen en ondanks de berghutachtige sfeer van alle gemakken voorzien. Bovendien is het uitzicht over de Serra Estrela ongeëvenaard. Dankzij het openslaande raam in de keuken wil je de hele dag het liefst alleen nog maar koffie zetten, koken en tegelijk naar buiten kijken. En dan ‘s avonds naar de ondergaande zon kijken vanaf het (nog) hoger gelegen rots terras in de achtertuin. Pippijn is een hele fijne en betrokken host, en tijdens je verblijf krijg je de opgewekte gezelligheid van hond Maui er gratis bij (zelfs ons als niet-perse-hondenmensen wist ze binnen de kortste keren te charmeren). In de omgeving is genoeg te zien en te doen, en Pippijn geeft goede tips voor mooie plekjes waar je weinig andere mensen tegenkomt. Deze locatie heeft alles wat je zoekt in een natuurhuisje, absoluut een aanrader!
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Good to know
- Check-in: 2:30 PM- 9:00 PM
- Check-out: 8:00 AM- 10:30 AM
- Contactless stay possible
You can cancel your booking free of charge up to 28 days before arrival. For bookings with an arrival date within 28 days, free cancellation is available within 24 hours of booking. If you cancel within the specified period, you are entitled to a full refund of the booking amount.
After that, you will receive a partial refund of the total cost and a 100% refund of the deposit:
• Up to 28 days before arrival: 100% refund
• 28 days through the day of arrival: 10% refund
• On the day of arrival or later: no refund
- Minimum age of main booker: 20 years.
- Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
- No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
- No parties or events are allowed.
- Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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Sustainability
- Off grid or supplied with 100% renewable Energy
- Built with natural building materials
- Food waste is minimized