Nature house in Coja

This is a place where nature and history embrace. Located near Coja, in the Coimbra region of Central Portugal, nestled between the Serra da Estrela and Serra do Açor, surrounded by 60 hectares of forest and meadows, it offers a rare sense of peace. From your doorstep, ancient trails lead to hidden waterfalls, mountain vistas, and the timeless stone villages of the Schist Trail. The lovingly restored 19th-century country house breathes quiet elegance—original woodwork, vintage décor, and soft lighting create an atmosphere of warmth and beauty. Wide, luxurious beds and fine linens invite deep, restful sleep, while the pure mountain air soothes body and mind. Here, each day moves to nature’s rhythm: birdsong at dawn, the scent of wild herbs, golden sunsets over the fields. In the evening, starlit skies whisper the stories of this unspoiled land. Terra Verde is more than a retreat: it is an invitation to reconnect with nature and yourself, in one of Portugal’s last true sanctuaries.

The area around Coja is a paradise for nature lovers. Cradled between the Serra da Estrela and Serra do Açor mountains, it offers a landscape of rare diversity. Ancient forests of oak, chestnut, and wild cherry shelter a rich ecosystem of birds, mushrooms, and medicinal plants. Walking and hiking trails weave through the hills, from gentle riverside paths to steep mountain tracks with sweeping views. The nearby Schist Villages Trail takes you through timeless stone hamlets like Piódão, where tradition lives on. The Serra da Estrela—Portugal’s highest range—is within easy reach, offering breathtaking drives, glacial valleys, and pristine alpine lakes. In every season, the land transforms: spring wildflowers, golden autumn forests, and clear winter skies. Whether on foot, by bike, or simply from a quiet bench beneath an old tree, nature here invites you to explore, breathe deeply, and reconnect.