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Torre da Giesteira | Casa Forte Alentejana

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Outdoor pool
Aerial view
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 103229 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Foros da Carvalha, Évora
  • Escoural Cave
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Évora Cathedral
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Cromeleque dos Almendres
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Évora

Located in Évora, this vacation home is in the mountains, a 3-minute drive from Escoural Cave and 9 minutes from Dolmen Chapel of Sao Brissos. .This family-friendly vacation home is 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from Anta Grande do Zambujeiro and 12.7 mi (20.5 km) from Montemor-o-Novo Castle.

What's nearby

  • Escoural Cave - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • University of Évora - 24 min drive - 16.6 miles
  • Évora Cathedral - 25 min drive - 16.5 miles
  • Cromeleque dos Almendres - 26 min drive - 14.1 miles
  • Almendres Cromlech - 28 min drive - 14.6 miles

Getting around

  • Évora Station - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rabino's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Ricardo Valverde - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪O Ninho da Perdiz - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Improvável - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Chocalho - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Torre da Giesteira | Casa Forte Alentejana

Welcome to our charming 17th-century Casa Forte, a unique retreat nestled in the Serra de Monfurado, surrounded by the serenity of ancient cork oaks and olive trees. This is the perfect destination for families and groups of friends seeking to combine the tranquility of nature with proximity to various points of interest, all just a short drive away.

Only 90 minutes from Lisbon, make this house your perfect destination for a holiday or a long weekend in complete tranquility. With 5 spacious bedrooms, the house comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests, offering the ideal space to relax and enjoy every moment.

We understand that pets are part of the family, so the house is pet-friendly, ensuring that all members of your family, including the furry ones, feel at home.

The house is thoughtfully equipped with:

Bed linen as well as bath and pool towels;
Bathroom amenities;
Fully equipped kitchen with traditional stove and oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, toaster and Dolce Gusto coffee machine;
Washing machine, drying rack, iron, and ironing board;
Living room with fireplace, Smart TV, and PlayStation;
Various board games, books, a painting kit, and a portable sound speaker;
Outdoor pool with sun loungers and shaded areas;
Patio furniture and an outdoor dining area;
For our youngest guests, we provide a crib and high chair.

To make your stay even more special, we offer a range of activities and experiences in the region. For nature enthusiasts, we have ethnobotanical walks and birdwatching. For those who appreciate local traditions, we offer pottery workshops, as well as delightful wine and olive oil tastings, where you can savor the best of our culture and gastronomy.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property manager

Margarida Freixo

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,229 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative Antigen COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 119051/AL

Property is also known as

House Evora
House Private vacation home
House Private vacation home Evora

Torre da Giesteira | Casa Forte Alentejana Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angelo P., Knoxville Tn

Liked: Cleanliness
Historic, peaceful, and amazing!
Margarida guided us right in and was a most gracious hostess. The villa was built in 1698 with a chapel and ruined convent adjacent. We had everything we needed to prepare meals. The views were fantastic all around. The property is located within a working farm with sheep, cows and one fat hog. Super private. Close to Evora and other amazing towns. Villa is huge and roomy. Bathrooms were very clean. Beds were clean and comfortable. Extremely charming. Pool was fantastic. Would be a beautiful winter spot with the lovely livingroom fireplace. We hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place for telexed large family holiday
We were two families of four (kids between 10 to 16) plus two grandparents (total of 10). We were looking for a tranquil place to spend 4 days together. This place was perfect. Totally isolated yet within 10min drive to village with mini supermarket and 2-3 very good local traditional restaurants. A larger town with large supermarket is 20mins away. The picturesque city of Evora is also only 25mins away. The house has a beautiful pool (big enough for 6 to play volleyball keepie uppie) and high ceiling spacious living area. All the rooms are modern and tastefully decorated. There is a large well equipped kitchen, although we chose to pick up our dinner from the local restaurants and eat in the courtyard of the house. Dinner in the courtyard was our highlight. No noise or light pollution, it is incredibly peaceful and stargazing was a firm favourite after dinner. Margarida was a superb host. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience and lovely host
One of a kind house
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dinis C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquilidade no Alentejo
A casa é ótima, muito bem equipada e com dimensões muito gerenosas. A localização é excelente pois fica perto dos acessos da A6 e de Évora. O local é muito sossegado e tranquilo, rodeado de arvoredo. Obrigado à anfitriã Margarda pela simpatia e por ter ajudado a tornar a experiência memorável. A voltar, sem dúvida.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021