This property was purchased in 2016
Why This Property?
Nearly after 20 years of living and working in hospitality in London, we decided to make our dreams come true and moved to Portugal. We found the enchanting and wonderful Casa do Cabeço after a long search house hunting and converted it into a cosy and welcoming bed and breakfast.
The concept behind Casa do Cabeço is deceptively simple: Tranquillity, authenticity and quality of life are in effec
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Nearly after 20 years of living and working in hospitality in London, we decided to make our dreams come true and moved to Portugal. We found the enchanting and wonderful Casa do Cabeço after a long search house hunting and converted it into a cosy and welcoming bed and breakfast.
The concept behind Casa do Cabeço is deceptively simple: Tranquillity, authenticity and quality of life are in effect the basic pillars.
Unique Benefits
The surrounding region deserves to be explored for its landscapes, historical sites, food products and a variety of curiosities. In fact, the small villages around the area maintain a close relationship with nature and the past. Enjoy the numerous walking trails that can be found just outside our front door and surrounding areas! The marked 18km "Orange Tree Route" proves to be very popular amongs
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The surrounding region deserves to be explored for its landscapes, historical sites, food products and a variety of curiosities. In fact, the small villages around the area maintain a close relationship with nature and the past. Enjoy the numerous walking trails that can be found just outside our front door and surrounding areas! The marked 18km "Orange Tree Route" proves to be very popular amongst walkers and mountain bikers. The shorter "Linen Route" is also great to relax, enjoy nature and explore traditional villages and ways of life.
Caramulo Art and Classic Vintage Car Museum is just a short scenic drive away, you can appreciate a Picasso and a Rolls Royce there! Its wonderful mountain range also offers some of the most typical Portuguese villages and stunning views of Central North Portugal.
Ecopista do Dão is 10 minutes from us. The old railway between Santa Comba Dão and Viseu is now a 49km path perfect for cycling, walking and admiring nature. Vineyards, old railway station, tunnels, bridges and a beautiful scenery awaits you at the heart of the Dão wine region.
20 mins drive from the house is the city of Viseu with its beautiful cathedral, churches and museums. Do not skip a well worthy visit to the Grão Vasco Museum and loose yourself in the medieval historic centre with its narrow streets and traditional shops!
The historical Coimbra and its ancient university (one of the oldest in Europe) is less than an hour away. The beautiful 18th century Joanina Library is a must. Feel the buzzing university life around the city and experience the Coimbra Fado in the enchanting old town.
Known as the “Portuguese Venice” Aveiro is an hour drive from Casa do Cabeço. There is plenty to discover there, the old picturesque town with its water canals and painted gondola styled boats.
There is plenty to do while you stay at Casa do Cabeço, we offer a wide range of activities, from nature walks and hiking to more extreme sports such as paragliding or rock climbing.