Serra da Açor, Central Portugal
Introduction
I love my life in Central Portugal living in the Serra da Açor. I also love to travel and visit my children, grandchildren and friends in the UK. Having retired in 2017 I now have time to simply be and explore my creativity. I have two medium sized dogs Merry and Mopey. Merry came into my care after her previous owner’s Quinta (smallholding) burned in the wildfires 2017. Merry saved herself by getting in the river. I absolutely love her. She is very friendly. Mopey came to live with us after his Portuguese owner died, he was a stray for many years and then lived in a woodpile. I started feeding Mopey and once trust was built he came to live with us. Merry and Mopey look very similar and are very sweet with one another. I am looking for someone who will take very good care of these good natured dogs and enjoy everything my home and the area has to offer.
Show more...Home & location
My home is situated on the edge of the village Portela da Cerdeira, 10 mins drive from the small town of Coja and 25 mins from larger town, Arganil. The property is a small Quinta with a fully enclosed garden, edged by vines with an orchard, a large area for parking and outdoor seating area on a roof terrace with a great view. The farmhouse built in 1950, has been renovated and is double glazed. Upstairs there are three bedrooms with air conditioning and heating, a bathroom with walk in shower, a laundry room and a music room. Downstairs is the living area converted from the farm rooms and garages, with kitchen, bathroom, dining and lounge spaces with a log burner and large windows looking out onto the garden. Internet, TV, mains water and electricity, bottled gas and firewood make for a comfortable stay. There is a friendly cafe bar 5 mins walk from the house and numerous bars and restaurants in the picturesque towns of Coja and Arganil. The highest point of Portugal is just an hour away with a ski resort and spectacular views. Closer to home just 15 mins is Fraga da Pena a beautiful waterfall. In summer their are many festivals to enjoy and the river beaches are great for outdoor swimming. The house is 2 hours from Porto airport or 2.5 hours from Lisbon.
Show more...Responsibilities
Merry and Mopey have a large, well fenced garden to run around in and play. They are fed morning and evening. Merry and Mopey like lots of tickles, tummy rubs and Mopey really enjoys a good chat. They can be left at home while you go off to explore for a few hours a day. They will bark at dogs, goats and people passing by but will respond to ‘enough’ if they get a bit carried away. Merry is spayed, Mopey is in tact, they are both regularly treated for all preventable diseases and parasites. I am grateful for sitters keeping the house clean and tidy, watering my house plants and grass cutting and weeding as needed.
Show more...Meet the pets
Merry
12 years
Mopey
13 years
Sitter Reviews (12)
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It was just amazing!!! Mopey and Merry are the best and Wendy was always very caring with us. We really enjoyed the experience and Arganil is perfect!
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I have had an amazing time. Cerdeira is a beautiful picturesque village with many friendly people. Merry and Mopey are very cuddly and enjoy company. There are many walks,waterfalls and rivers to view. Wendy was so accommodating with prompt communication as needed. Wendy’s house is beautiful and filled with many fruit trees yielding oranges,lemons and kiwi fruit. The blossom are just opening so the gardens are beautiful. The clear air and night sky opens to viewing the nearby villages and starry sky. The chiming of the church bells from each village was something out of a movie. I loved it so much I am staying in for a further two weeks.
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Wendy was a wonderful host and went above and beyond to ensure our comfort during our stay. Her home is lovely and picking fruit from her many trees and vines outside was a treat. Merry and Mopey are very well behaved and loving dogs, a testament to their owner. This sit was a special experience with beautiful scenery and authentic small village connections.
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Wendy is a lovely lady who shared us her life and home with a beautiful energy! Her dogs are amazing and super happy, we already miss them! Absolutely recommended! Thank you for the hospitality!
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