Home & location

My home is nestled at about 600m above sea level, on the edge of a mountain within the Gardunha range with vast sweeping views over the surrounding areas. In between Monsanto and the Serra da Estrela, both of which can be seen from the mountain's ridge. I am restoring an old ruined farm house. It's unfinished. There is solar electricity, hot water and a bathroom with a bath and shower. The kitchen sink is outside. Due to the solar set up, it's necessary to limit electricity usage as much as possible when it's not sunny. It is rustic and remote, there are bugs but the cat helps the keep on top of the numbers. Access is by car and there is parking. A car is needed for your stay. The mountain tracks can get muddy in the rain. There is no WiFi since I use my mobile data. Due to the remote nature of the property, it's generally better suited for a couple or two people. There are free lakes and rivers in the area for swimming or a couple of swimming pools that you pay to access. There is a village cafe nearby for refreshments, the supermarkets are in Fundão. There is a lot of wildlife here. Vultures, Eagles and birds of prey often fly above the house. We have deer, wild boar, hare, lizards, butterflies, bees, wasps, big muntjac toads. The farm has plenty of fruit available, depending on the season. There's lots of wild edibles to forage throughout the year.