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Casa Alba, Alvados. Cosy Mountain Retreat in the Centre of Portugal.

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A wooden table and chairs under a canopy, with a stone pathway leading to a white building with a bell tower.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a door leading to a dining area.
A room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a green ceiling.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, a chimney, and a small garden with pink flowers.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a vase with dried plants, and a colorful painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Sleeps 4•1 bedroom•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Alvados, Leiria
  • Place, Mira de Aire Caves
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Alcaria Riding Centre
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Porto de Mos Castle
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Alba, Alvados. Cosy Mountain Retreat in the Centre of Portugal.

Alba is a century-old stone house located in the Vale de Alvados e Alcaria, in the Aire and Candeeiros Mountains Natural Park.
Surrounded by nature—mountains, oak trees, and olive groves—it offers a serene retreat. Here, you breathe fresh air, hear the sounds of nature, and experience true tranquillity. Nearby, you'll find natural wonders like the Grutas and the Fórnea. Casa Alba hosts up to 4 guests and features a bedroom, living room, bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, and areas for work and relaxation.
The garden and patio, accessed through the back door, are private for guests. Lovingly restored, the house retains its original 99-year-old structure, including wooden ceilings, doors, and floors. The name “Alba” is inspired by the Paeonia broteroi, a rare wildflower native to the region, which also inspired the home’s color palette.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Key to be left on the dinning table.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 156217/AL
Property # 11955449
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Porto de Mos

Located in Porto de Mos, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Battle of Aljubarrota Interpretation Centre and Apparitions Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Alcaria Riding Centre and Wax Museum. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like rock climbing, hiking and mountain biking.
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Map
Alvados, Leiria

What's nearby

  • Mira de Aire Caves - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Alcaria Riding Centre - 11 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Parque Verde - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Porto de Mos Castle - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Estrada Romana - 15 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Leiria Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • Terruja
  • ‪24 Horas - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪A Gralha - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marisqueira Jardim - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Esplanada Jardim - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Alba, Alvados. Cosy Mountain Retreat in the Centre of Portugal. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Alba, Alvados. Cosy Mountain Retreat in the Centre of Portugal.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Casa Alba, Alvados. Cosy Mountain Retreat in the Centre of Portugal.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Alba, Alvados. Cosy Mountain Retreat in the Centre of Portugal.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Alba, Alvados. Cosy Mountain Retreat in the Centre of Portugal. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Alcaria Riding Centre and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Fornea. Mira de Aire Caves and Parque Verde are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

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Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mélanie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Une maison accueillante, propre et bien équipée. L'hôte a été très accessible et a toujours répondu promptement.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec, 2025
Merci beaucoup.

About the host

Hosted by Joao Ferreira

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We decided to renovate our old family house and share it with guests from all over the World. Casa Alba is a natural mountain and nature refugee in a limestone region where rivers are only visible during the winter, the run under the region during the spring and summer time.

Why they chose this property

We a family from Alvados and Casa alba is with us for a few generations. When is achieving 100 years we open the door to guest all over the world. The village is in the middle of a Natural Park Serras de Aire e dos Candeeiros. There are a series of local attractions as caves, restaurants, an olive oil factory and and a thousand of options for trail, hiking, explore the embrace nature. Very well located, a 30 min drive from Leiria, Santarém, Nazaré, by Fátima and only 90 minutes from Lisbon Airport.

What makes this property unique

Casa Alba offers the experience of living in a old stone house with all the modern utilities. During renovation we kept as much as possible. Floors, ceilings, doors are original.

Languages:

Italian, Portuguese
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