Traditional house with pool in the city center of Rio Maior
House in Santarém District, Portugal
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Top-tier experienceOne of the higher cost properties in the area
About this house rental
Traditional construction of the Ribatejo region from the end of the last century, situated on a small rural town, Rio Maior.
The house offe 6 comfortable bedrooms. Every room has a private bathroom, central heating and air ventilated bathrooms.
In the garden there is a recreational space which allows the guests, to watch television, read and play snooker. A swimming pool is available for refreshment, although the house is situated only 20km from some excellent beaches like Nazaré, S. Martinho do Porto, Lagoa de Óbidos and Peniche.
The house offe 6 comfortable bedrooms. Every room has a private bathroom, central heating and air ventilated bathrooms.
In the garden there is a recreational space which allows the guests, to watch television, read and play snooker. A swimming pool is available for refreshment, although the house is situated only 20km from some excellent beaches like Nazaré, S. Martinho do Porto, Lagoa de Óbidos and Peniche.
Amenities
Pool
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Smoking allowed
Parking
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Santarém District, Portugal
££££
Reviews
Summary of reviews
Beautiful house with a lovely garden, clean rooms, and great hospitality. Ideal for trips to villages, beaches, and monasteries.
4.0
Overall we enjoyed our time in Rio Maior a lot
Overall we enjoyed our time in Rio Maior a lot, but there's a few things other travelers should know about the property, that are not made clear here - I list them below. Rio Maior itself is great - we really enjoyed that it isn't touristy. There's lots of nice cafes and restaurants to try local food & drink at, complete with friendly locals. We did lots of day trips, all less than an hour away: Sintra, Lisbon, Nazare, another beach and an amazing river swimming spot.
The house
The sleeping accommodation and the 'living space' are separate! The main house shown in photos is where the bedrooms & bathrooms are, while the kitchen / dining / pool room are on the other side of the garden & pool. If you have babies or young kids you need to know this as it's not ideal for getting them to bed. Bring baby monitors or be prepared to let them stay up late! Or go to bed early with them!
Privacy
The main house is split into two. Rosa, who owns the place, lives in one half with her daughter, Sofia (11). Rosa is hard working and very nice, and her daughter will probably come and hang out by the pool with your kids. However, it does mean that your stay is not totally private. There are various people coming and going every day - for cleaning and maintenance, as well as people picking up keys for Rosa's other houses. This can be disconcerting and definitely takes away the feeling of being in a private place. Your individual rooms can be locked if you have valuables you're worried about.
Cooking / kitchen
This is NOT a well equipped or easy kitchen to cook in. We had to ask for extras, like a sieve and cooking utensils. The kitchen is small so cooking for 10 of us was very awkward not to mention boiling hot. And the equipment is basic - no oven, a small electric hob with 4 rings (you can only actually have two pots / frying pans on it at the same time though) and a toaster. We bought a coffee maker ourselves. The fridge keeps things cold, but only if you make sure the door is properly closed.
Cats
There are two cats wandering around. This mattered to us because two of our party are allergic to cats, so we should have been told this in advance. One of the cats is a stray and was constantly trying to get into the kitchen around meal times. This meant we had to keep the doors closed - annoying not to be able to get a little air when cooking. You might also want to tidy stuff up around the pool in the evening to avoid the cat doing its business on anything!
4.0
Prachtig huis met mooie stadstuin
Goede, vriendelijke ontvangst met een leuke attentie van de gastheer.
Het huis is prachtig en de tuin doet je snel vergeten dat je in de stad bent.
Nette kamers met hotelservice (dagelijks bedden opgemaakt en propere handdoeken).
Uitstapjes naar leuke dorpjes en het strand of een bezoekje aan een prachtig klooster.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Santarém District, Portugal?
The average price for a rental in Santarém District, Portugal is £71 per night. This rental is £356 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Traditional house with pool in the city center of Rio Maior. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Traditional house with pool in the city center of Rio Maior. Enjoy the water!
Is Traditional house with pool in the city center of Rio Maior pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Traditional house with pool in the city center of Rio Maior?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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