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Coja Holiday Cottage, Lovely Views, Near River Beach, Sleeps 6/7

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Chambre 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

Chambre 2

1 Double Bed

Chambre 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Salle de bains 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Salle de bains 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Coja Holiday Cottage, Lovely Views, Near River Beach, Sleeps 6/7

Lovely self catering holiday cottage in the attractive market town of Coja in the Arganil district.
This property was renovated in 2007 to provide comfortable self catering facilities for your perfect holiday. Many original features have been kept such as the stone walls, large wood beams and the wooden shutters. There are 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room with Portuguese satellite TV (includes some foreign channels) and wood burning stove for the winter. There is a door that opens on to the large balcony overlooking the river and across the valley to the mountains beyond. The kitchen and dining area are in the old converted wine cellar which opens out to the patio and garden with stone built BBQ and outdoor dining furniture.
New for 2014 free wi fi connection in the house.
The house is 200ms to the river beach and 500ms from the town centre with cafes, restaurants etc.
Coja is a small market town of approx. 1500 inhabitants in the district of Arganil The Rio Alva runs through the centre and is spanned by an ancient Roman bridge to join the 2 halves. The house is situated in the more residential half overlooking the river and across to the old cobbled centre on the other side.
Central Portugal is a beautiful, rural part of Portugal that remains relatively undiscovered by the hordes of tourists that are normally attracted to the Algarve in the South. There are forests and rivers, mountains and valleys, rural villages and ancient cities to explore. A beautiful area to come and explore or just relax!

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About the area

Arganil

Located in Arganil, this holiday home is on a river. Olive Oil Museum and Crossbowmen Lands Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quinta do Vale Dona Maria and Toy Museum. Looking to get your feet wet? Fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Arganil, Coimbra District

What's nearby

  • Avô River Beach - 16 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Fraga da Pena Waterfall - 17 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Centro Cultural e Recriativo de Candosa - 20 min drive - 14.6 km
  • Olive Oil Museum - 25 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Roman Ruins of Bobadela - 27 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Santa Comba Dao Station - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante "A Saborosa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Gota d'Água - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Café Bom Dia - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪O Pão Quente - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪George & Dragon - ‬9 min drive

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hazel D.

Fabulous holiday home

We had a fabulous stay in Jane's house in Coja. It's right on the river front so perfect location. The house is spacious, comfortable and clean. I'd highly recommend and hope to return. Thank you.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
So pleased to have you stay and look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jacques S.

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

La maison de nos rêves

Cette maison ancienne en schiste avec vue sur le rio Alva nous a enveloppé de bonheur. On part se baigner à pied à la praia à 300 m et on part faire les courdes et boire l'apéro à pied à 500 m au village. Belle ballade à pied pour aller à Barril d'Alva Nous n'avons pas eu le temps d'aller à Gois ni à Piodâo, il faut au moins une semaine pour tout faire.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis C.

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

Excelente

Casa muito agradável, nada de modernices, muito funcional, com tudo o necessário para passar umas férias agradáveis. Uma Sitio espectacular, bem localizado, tranquila, boa paisagem, relacionamento um pouco limitado mas suficiente. OS miúdos adoraram a casa. Um agradecimento especial à Jan pela sua simpatia, apesar de falar só pelo telefone, espero voltar e que da próxima tenha o prazer de a conhecer. Thanks very much
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Manuel P.

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

Uma boa experiência em Coja

Extremamente bem equipada, das melhores a este nível. Excelente localização. Recomendamos.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
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4/10 Poor

martine H.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Moyen malgré un bon emplacement géographique

Maison un peu sombre escalier pour accéder aux chambres un peu dangereux surtout si il y a des enfants Pas très propre
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcelo S.

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

Excelente estadia

A casa é bonita, muito bem equipada e serve bem para 6/7 pessoas, tal como anunciado. Fica bastante próxima da praia fluvial mais próxima (cerca de 5 minutos a pé!) e muito próxima também do centro de Côja com bares, cafés, restaurantes, talhos, clínicas, farmácia, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Um bom fim de semana.

Éramos três casais. Ficamos bem instalados. Numa zona calma e muito agradável. Muito bem situado para quem pretendia como nós visitar toda a zona.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

José A.

Repousante

Tem uma boa localização, numa localidade simpática e tranquila. Bem equipada e que recomendamos para quem procura momentos de calma e sossego e simultaneamente procure descobrir as maravilhas existentes na zona.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah W.

Charming house full of character

Our family of four had a great time in Coja. The house has a good layout, plenty of space including two outside terraces overlooking the river. Everything was clean, working and full of character which for us is the most important aspect. Just a few minutes from a lovely river beach with cafes. The town is also nearby, no need to drive, everything extremely pleasant. The neighbours were very nice and welcoming too. There is a road behind the house, but traffic noise not a problem as it is not busy. This is not a 5 star residence but it is homely, cheerful, comfortable, clean and relaxing and we felt it was very good value. The river beach is one of the best in the area although the house is also a good base to explore further afield. We had a marvellous holiday.
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2/10 Terrible

Ann Wardley

Characterful? Or just old and in need of modernisation?

To each their own opinion..... for me it was the latter. Very dark and musty in some parts of the house and very uncomfortable beds. In its favour, it’s very close to the local river beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar, 2020
Most of the guests staying at the house this year have said how much they liked the house and how they appreciate that it has been kept in the old Portuguese style. The kitchen is in the old wine cellar with the original stone walls and dark wooden beams and can appear a little dark on entry from the bright sun shine but there are plenty of lights to compensate and it is a lovely cool atmosphere in the heat of the summer which would be spoilt by rendering the walls and painting them white therefore losing the old character! Ann and her husband only used the downstairs bedroom and are the first guests to complain about an uncomfortable bed and I do appreciate that some people like a harder bed and some like a softer bed. The river beach is just a short distance from the house and so is the centre of the town making Santa Clara an ideal place to stay for a summer holiday for people who like a house with character and old charm.
Archival

8/10 Good

Julia H.

Lovely house overlooking the river!

This pretty house is conveniently placed within walking distance of the local shops.The accommodation is comfortable and has everything you need for a pleasant stay. It is delightful sitting out on the verandas and we enjoyed some lovely sunshine even at this early time of year! Jane the owner was most helpful and left information about all the best restaurants in the area and many great places to visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Russell L.

A lovely cozy cottage for a Winter's stay.

I had a lovely cozy seven week stay at this beautiful cottage which is an ideal place for an Autumn or Winter's holiday. I would highly recommend this property to my family and friends, and I would like to add to my experience here and return in the summer for a visit too. It truly is a very special place.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Muy buen pueblo

Fuimos con familia y amigos y nos encanto la casa y el pueblo, la gente super amable. La casa esta muy bien, dispone de todo lo necesario. El rio cerca le da un ecanto especial.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane G.

Casa bonita en Coja

Passamos boas ferias en casa de Jane e Vasco en Coja. A casa e bem equipada e restaurada com tudo que nos precisamos. Os dias de calor passamos no rio muito perto de casa e as noites jantamos no jardim de casa! Certeza voltamos! Vasco Jose Costa
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10/10 Excellent

Hazel D.

Relaxing house, beautiful village.

Côja is a beautiful village and the house is equally as lovely, right on the riverside. Only a few minutes walk from a bar/ restaurant and where you can swim in the river. 5 min walk from the town centre. The house is well equipped and very comfortable. I would definitely stay here again.
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