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Casa Milvus - Between the beach and the countryside

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A clear blue sky with scattered clouds and a red and white tiled roof.
A bed with a patterned bedspread and pillows, a wooden headboard, and a window with daylight coming through.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window, and a hanging light fixture.
A small, single-room apartment with a bed, a dresser, and two green circular rugs.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a dresser, and a window.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washing machine
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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São Pedro da Cadeira, Lisboa
  • Place, Praia da Calada
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Foz do Sizandro Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, São Lourenço Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Casa Milvus - Between the beach and the countryside

Typical house located between Ericeira (Mafra) and Santa Cruz (Torres Vedras), with all the amenities for a getaway or a family vacation. The house is in the heart of the West Region, 2 minutes from the beach, and less than 1 hour from Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Óbidos and Peniche.
Here you can enjoy a walk in nature or a visit to the historical, cultural and gastronomic heritage.
The house consists of 2 bedrooms, with capacity for 4 people, a cozy living room, an equipped kitchen and a toilet.
Outside there is a pleasant backyard, with barbecue area and wood oven and a dining area.
In the vicinity there is parking, restaurants, ATM, grocery stores, butcher and fresh fish.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 36791/AL
Property # 6999123
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no 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

Torres Vedras

Located in Torres Vedras, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Torre Vedras Castle and Igreja Do Gradil are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Santa Marta Park and AdegaMae Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Museu do Ciclismo, or check out an event or a game at Estádio Manuel Marques. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and ecotours.
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São Pedro da Cadeira, Lisboa

What's nearby

  • Praia da Calada - 7 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Foz do Sizandro Beach - 11 min drive - 5.6 km
  • São Lourenço Beach - 11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Praia da Ribeira d'Ilhas - 17 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach - 20 min drive - 18.7 km

Getting around

  • Torres Vedras Station - 31 min drive
  • Cascais (CAT) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ribamariscos - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Pescador - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Estrela do Mar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Casa Rodrigues - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Originale - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa Milvus - Between the beach and the countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Casa Milvus - Between the beach and the countryside?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Casa Milvus - Between the beach and the countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Milvus - Between the beach and the countryside?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casa Milvus - Between the beach and the countryside located?

This family-friendly Torres Vedras holiday home is located by the sea, 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Praia da Calada, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Foz do Sizandro Beach and São Lourenço Beach. Santa Marta Park and Praia da Ribeira d'Ilhas are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage, really well kitted out, a home away from home

Our hosts were delightful. Extremely easy to contact, very knowledgeable and only too happy to offer advice. Village had everything needed for our short stay - supermarket, bar, several good restaurants and coast nearby. Only downside was we were there in a heatwave- 38 degrees - and the house had no air con or fans. We couldn’t leave windows open at night due to the noise from the bar opposite. However, this did not spoil our enjoyment of the place. We rested up there for 3 days between city breaks in Porto and Lisbon. We did visit Buddha Eden which was 30 mins drive. Gorgeous sculpture park. We also did various beaches... Sintra and Cascais also only 40 mins south An excellent stop on the coast if you have a car to explore
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thanks for your kind review. In fact, your stay was during a period where the temperatures were the highest ever recorded in our region, where the temperatures are usually mild.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
The house was extremely well equipped with a nice outside barbecue area and the host was extremely helpful. The only downside was noise from the bar across the street.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Zwischenstop als Ausgangspunkt für Autorundereise

Wir haben diese Unterkunft ausgewählt, um von hier aus die Umgebung zu erkunden, daher war die Lage perfekt. Die Kommunikation erfolgte direkt mit dem Vermieter und war super unkompliziert und freundlich. Der Empfang vor Ort war sehr herzlich. Uns wurde alles erklärt und es gab diverse Tipps zur Erkundung der Umgebung. In der Küche stand sogar ein Korb mit diversen Leckereien (Eier von den eigenen Hühnern, selbstgemachte Tomatenmarmelade, Brot, Apfelsinen, ...) für uns parat und auch sonst war alles vor Ort was man benötigte. Die Betten waren sehr bequem. Das Appartment und auch der Außenbereich waren sehr gepflegt und man hat sich direkt wohl gefühlt. Durch die Lage im Ortskern war vor der Tür etwas mehr los (Verkehr und Menschen), was uns persönlich aber nicht gestört und auch nicht vom Schlaf abgehalten hat. Wir können die Unterkunft nur weiterempfehlen und kommen bei einer erneuten Rundreise sicherlich nochmal wieder.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boa estadia

Espaço muito agradável. Limpa e confortável. De acordo com o anúncio. Recomendo
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maison au top pour des vacances idéales

Nous avons été très très bien accueilli. La maison très propre, il ne manque rien. Le village est très bien situé pour les différentes visites des sites à voir absolument. Le séjour a été des plus agréable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really enjoyable place to stay.

We used this as a base of operations for almost 2 weeks. It is in a small village about 45 minutes north of Lisbon. 2 wild beaches within a short walk away and many other great Atlantic beaches within a short drive away. Another review mentioned a chicken restaurant just down the street and it is probably the best chicken I've ever had. I think we ate there 4 or more times. There is a bar type place across the street and so there is some street noise on some nights and there is a grocery store nearby as well. I worked remotely and the wifi worked very well for me. I'm tall (6'4") and did hit my head a few times on the low doorways, but I don't think I brained my damage or anything from it. Parking is on the street, but was not an issue at all. Courtyard was a nice space for us. Probably use Google maps to locate. Waze didn't give us a great location. Very well appointed. Everything we needed. Owner was attentive and helpful.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

location maison milvus

petite maison de village très agréable très confortable bien équipée bien situé pour visiter le centre du Portugal Lisbonne et ses alentours avec de trés jolies plages et des proprietaires charmants qui sont de trés bon conseils pour les visites a faire et les bons restos
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erholsamer Urlaub

Liebe Angela, lieber João, vielen Dank für die schönen Wochen in Eurem Häuschen. Wir haben uns gut erholt. Wir kommen gerne wieder. Das Haus ist sehr gut ausgestattet und liegt mitten im Dorf Assenta. Einkaufen, Essen gehen oder eine Bica (Kaffee) trinken, alles fußläufig. Einzig das Kaffee gegenüber ist abends etwas laut - uns hat es jedoch nicht gestört. Wir haben wirklich Land und Leute bei einem Fado-Abend und Muttertag-Mittagessen im Ort kennen gelernt - besondere Momente. Ein sehr guter Ausgangspunkt für Fahrten u.a. nach Lissabon, Sintra sowie Óbidos.
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

La maison est idéalement située pour visiter la région. Elle est aussi trés bien équipée!

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans cette jolie région du Portugal. Nos hôtes étaient charmants et disponibles. La maison est jolie, bien équipée et très bien située. Nous recommandons à 100% et espérons y retourner. Caroline, Gauthier sans oublier Titouan!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Il à été vraiment un plaisir d'avoir reçu une famille sympatique comme vous. Vous serez toujours bienvenus!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wunderschönes Haus, sehr nette Vermieter

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, wurden herzlich empfangen. Das Haus war für unsere Bedürfnisse ideal. Wir wohnten mitten im Dorf, wenig weiterer Tourismus. Im Supermarkt gegenüber bekommt man alles, was man braucht zu günstigen Preisen. Ob dort oder im Restaurant, alle waren sehr herzlich. Sprachbarrieren wurden mit viel gutem Willen überwunden. Gerade im Restaurant Do Farol haben wir gerne immer wieder gegessen.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Vielen Dank für Ihren Besuch! Sie werden im Milvus Guesthouse immer willkommen sein!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Charmants hôtes et maison très mignonne

Maison très propre , très jolie et très bien équipée. Propriétaires très sympathiques
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mooi gerenoveerd huis

Een mooi opgeknapt huis, van alle gemakken voorzien. João had een welkomstmand gevuld met brood, jam, eieren, sinaasappels en een fles water neergezet. Dat was heel fijn, hartelijk dank daarvan. En goede tips voor de omgeving gekregen en een tip voor parkeerplaats in Lissabon. Het is aan te raden kip te halen verderop in de straat, die waren erg lekker. De bar aan de overkant is wel wat lawaaiig, maar binnen hoor je dat een stuk minder.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thank you for your visit, and for taking so good care of the house! It was a pleasure to meet you all!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belle propriété confortable et très propre.

Nous avons passé un excellent séjour dans ce petit village. La maison est vraiment idéale pour un couple avec deux enfants : spacieuse, confortable et vraiment très propre. Les propriétaires, Joāo et Angela, sont très accueillants, disponibles et pleins de bons conseils pour la visite de la région.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Il est vraiment un plaisir d'accueillir des gents vraiment intéressés et sympathiques. On vous remercie de nous visiter, et vous serais toujours bienvenus.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The perfect house - the perfect hosts!

We are a family of 4: 2 adults and two teenage surfer girls. We came to the Milvus house in Assenta for a beach week and this house was perfect in every way. The house: two nice bedrooms, one master and one for the girls. Perfect! The kitchen: everything you need is there. It's clean and functional. However, we used it mainly to cook for breakfast because we found a churresquaria (rotisserie) at 30 seconds walking distance. This restaurant owned by Victor was a source of astonishment every night! You can order two full chickens (it's amazing!) with rice, fries and veggies for 4 for less than 25 euros! The grilled octopus is also great! At that price, why cook? The surroundings: across the street, there's a nice little grocery store where you can buy quality stuff for next to nothing (decent wine under 2 euros!). Speaking portuguese would be a great asset there, since the staff does not not pick up a lot of english and no french. Right in front of the house is a small café where we got our espressos for 0,60 euros! The beach: in Assenta, there's two beaches: north beach and south beach. Mostly rocky beaches, they allow you to lay in the sand at low tide. The landscape is amazing with the tall rocky cliffs, especially at sunset. If you want a real beach with surfing and the white sand, you will need to go 15 minutes by car to praia azul (blue beach) or matadouro beach in Ericeira (the best surf spot). The hosts: Joao ans Angela are great! They were there when we arrived and they offered us a basket of local food to make us feel welcome right off the bat! The were very generous in time ans advice. When we left, they offered us other gifts and precious advice before we plunged into Lisboa. Overall, don't miss the opportunity to live the life as a local in a small and beautiful portuguese village! You won't regret it! The Lévesque family, July 2018
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
The Lévesque family is awesome! They were so communicative and interested in the region :-) That was the reason we opened Milvus Guesthouse: to feel like a local! It was perfect to have you around, thank you Levesque family!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

reçu dans un gite grand très propre ou il ne manquait absolument rien par des personnes très sympath

Nous sommes parti 2 couples en moto et avions réservé ce gite pour 4 jours, nous avons stationner dans la cour fermée les motos, le gite est très grand (2 grandes chambres, salon, cuisine ) tout était impeccable et l'accueil par les propriétaires très bien Félicitations à ces jeunes
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
On vous remercie de votre visite et de votre sympathie. Il est tres bon de savoir qui on a une maison qui est agréable a nos hôtes.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

charming small typical house in village center

an old typical small house fully renovated with 2 bedroom, good and well-equipped kitchen and living room with wooden oven and outside BBQ area. Small supermarket, pub, bakery and restaurants within 50m ... more than central. Parking easy. Joao and Angela are very nice hosts and give you any kind of help you ask for - and available next door.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2020
Thanks a lot for your stay and your review. It was a real pleasure to host such a kind family. You will be always welcome!
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10/10 Excellent

The perfect holiday home

A beautiful property with loads of character and fully equipped with everything we needed and then some. Perfectly located in a quiet town within travelling distance of Lisbon for those who prefer not to stay in the city itself. Our kids loved the nearby beaches, and thanks to Joao's recommendations, they spent many hours exploring amazing rockpools. Joao and Angela were very welcoming hosts, helpful and very friendly. We would not hesitate to recommend them and House Milvus to family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Belle maison dans agréable village à 2 pas de la mer.

Super séjour (2 semaines en août 2017). La maison est idéale pour un couple avec 2 enfants. Joao et Angela nous ont réservé un accueil des plus chaleureux et se sont tenus toujours disponibles pour répondre à nos diverses questions. La plage est à quelques minutes à pied ( attention il y a une falaise à descendre et donc à remonter au retour mais rien de méchant, nos enfants de 4 et 7 ans ne s'en sont pas plaint). Le village est agréable avec peu voire pas d'autres touristes que nous. Commerçants forts sympathiques. Situé à une 50aine de km de Lisbonne la température y est beaucoup plus supportable.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

A house to feel at home in

We - a family of two adults and two late teens - have had an excellent vacation in Joao and Angelas house in Assenta. The house is small, but very well arranged, and absolutely all necessities are available. The house itself is old with a family history, but is restored very recently with care, pride and kindness. Joao and Angela took very good care of us as well - found bikes for us to use and gave plenty of very good local advise on sights, beaches and restaurants. We felt very welcome in the house and in Assenta.
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by John and Angela

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Being raised in this village just by the sea, it was with a big pleasure that life made us return to it, where we can relax from the day-to-day stress.
Since traveling is one of our main hobbies, we think that is now the time to share some of our homeland with you.

Why they chose this property

This property is in the family possession by some generations. We just gave it a nice restoration, to bring it up to modern days needs.

What makes this property unique

Being a typical portuguese village house, we wanted to keep that in mind when the restorations works were carried out. We decided to maintain the core character of its stone walls and roof woodwork, who work together with a touch of modernity, resulting in a pleasant and cozy house.

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