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Spacious 4 bed house with hot tub, games room & terraces, near Alcobaca & Nazare

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Seating 5 people the hot tub has 64 jets, LED lighting & bluetooth to play music
Casa Botanica is located in a traditional Portuguese village
Upstairs south facing terrace with sofa set and reclining sun-loungers
The rear garden has a BBQ, seating area, sun-loungers and a hot tub
Welcome to Casa Botanica

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious 4 bed house with hot tub, games room & terraces, near Alcobaca & Nazare

A spacious private house on the spectacular Silver Coast just a 10-15 minute drive from beaches and many coastal towns.
Casa Botanica is set in a peaceful location overlooking oak woodlands and farmland within the sound of church bells and sheep bells. It is on the edge of a traditional Portuguese village and just a short stroll to local cafés, a children's playground and a well stocked minimarket.
The historic town of Alcobaca, with its 12th Century UNESCO monastery is only 2kms away and it's where you will find a wide range of restaurants and bars. A coffee and cake in the large square in front of the Cistercian monastery is a must.

The well-furnished property is close to superb beaches including the world-famous surfing beach of Praia do Norte, Nazare (12km) and many other attractions. There are beaches for all tastes and abilities. The beaches at Sao Martinho do Porto and Foz de Arelho beaches are particularly ideal for younger children.
Many sports are available locally from cycling and horse riding to para gliding and kite surfing.

For those who like hill walking the stunning mountains of Serra de Aire e Candeeiros (19km) are breath-taking and include olive groves, a huge network of underground caves and prehistoric dinosaur footprints.

To discover the nearby towns of Nazare, Sao Martinho do Porto (16km) and Obidos (33km) - a car would be beneficial although there is a good network of public transport.

Casa Botanica is the perfect place for family gatherings, either to unwind, explore the local area or use as a base to explore Central Portugal including the cities of Coimbra (50 minutes) and Lisbon (75 minutes) with all the amazing attractions they have to offer. Also close by are the historic cities of Batalha (22km), the pilgrimage town of Fatima (43km) and Tomar (65km) with its castle and convent of the Knights Templar. Be sure to visit Casa Botanica's social media pages as there are frequent updates on the various attractions and activities available to enjoy on the Silver Coast region.

Great care has been taken with the furnishing of Casa Botanica mixing contemporary comfort with traditional Portuguese crafts, photographs and vintage furniture.

The spacious living room has a wood burner (wood included), 50” smart TV and double doors leading onto a terrace and an attractive front garden.

There is a large dining room with double doors leading to a balcony with views of the back garden which includes a hot tub and terraced areas (by Summer 2024). A quiet seating area at the far end of the dining room is an ideal space to relax or play one of the many available board games.

The kitchen-diner is well-appointed for those who want to dine in with enough plates, glasses and cutlery to entertain10 people with a coffee maker, microwave and a dishwasher. For al fresco dining a covered seating area and large BBQ is situated adjacent to the kitchen with elevated views of the neighbouring countryside.

All the bedrooms are spacious and have fitted wardrobes.
Bedroom 1 has a king-sized bed and an ensuite bathroom with double sized bath, shower and twin basins. This ground floor bedroom leads out to a terrace with a table and chairs ideal for morning coffee.
Bedroom 2 has a double bed and Bedroom 3 has twin beds. They both lead out to a spacious sun trapped terrace which looks out towards Vestiaria church. It offers reclining chairs for sunbathing and a sofa set for relaxing.
Bedroom 4 has twin beds and is set up with toys, games and books for children.

A baby cot and highchair is available upon request.

A family bathroom with a bath and shower is situated on this floor. Both bathrooms have a hairdryer and are stocked with shower gel, shampoo and conditioner. There are two additional washrooms, one on the ground floor and one by the games area.

A separate laundry area with a washing machine and portable clothes drier is conveniently situated in the basement.

The games area in the basement includes; darts and table tennis. The basement also has ample secure parking accessible via an electronic garage door.

The back garden will be available from summer 2024 with a terraced deck furnished with seating, sun loungers and a hot tub.

If you are staying at Casa Botanica for a week or more as part of a wider road trip we are happy to share our knowledge of over 50 years. We can help in advising you on what to visit on your remaining adventure in Portugal as there is so much more to see beyond what can be found in guide books.
Linking to our Casa Botanica Facebook or Instagram may also give you inspiration on the local area.

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About the area

Alcobaça

Alcobaça is home to this holiday home. Nazaré Port and Centrum Indoor are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Norpark - Nazare's Water Park and Alcaria Riding Centre. Kayaking and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Map
Vestiaria, Leiria

What's nearby

  • Alcobaca Castle - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Alcobaça Monastery - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Museu das Máquinas Falantes - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Parque Dos Monges - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Lagoa Cova - 7 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Caldas Da Rainha Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Louro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pastelaria Alcôa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fiore Di Zucca - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Cantinho - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ala Sul Café - ‬7 min drive

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Communication

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Location

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10/10 Excellent

Léa M.

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

Excellent stay

We had a perfect stay in this very nice house ! We enjoyed the ping pong table, indoor and outdoor barbecue, big kitchen and jacuzzi. Very comfortable and functional - plus all the advices and recommandations of our hosts Would recommend to anyone!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2024
Thank you so much for your excellent review - we are so pleased that you enjoyed your holiday and hope to welcome you again.
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10/10 Excellent

Genevieve R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is huge and beautiful. We had everything we needed in the kitchen.Dave and Sue are reliable, easy to respond. We will not hesitate to rent it again.
Stayed 23 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2025
Thank you Genevieve for your kind comments, we would love to welcome you back to Casa Botanica in the future...
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10/10 Excellent

Nicci D.

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

A taste of life in Portugal

We loved the house and location. It had everything we needed and hoped for to experience local lifestyle and cuisine. We were near hiking trails, beaches and did several day trips. The local restaurants and stores had the supplies we required and even to make Christmas lunch. Our hosts were exceptional in communication and guidance throughout the stay regards the house and ideas for exploring. We hope to return!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 January 2025
Hi Nicci, thank you for your kind comments and five star review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Casa Botanica and got the most out of the location. Kind regards, Dave and Sue
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10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

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

Great spot for a relaxing break

We all said we were sad to leave Casa Botanica after a relaxing fortnight in a great location for exploring this part of Portugal. The house was very spacious and whilst there were 5 of us, it would be a comfortable stay for 8. David and Sue were very responsive to our messages both before the holiday (including recommendations for places to eat and visit) as well as during, on the times we needed to contact them. The villa is in a great location - restaurants in Alcobaca are walkable (half hour there, 40 mins back up a hill which isn’t nearly as steep as it first looked!) and in the village near the Villa is a Churrasqueira to get peri chicken and ribs from a charcoal grill, which was perfect the evening we arrived. The beach at Nazare was only a 15 min drive with other great beaches not much further, and plenty of historical towns to explore. A very relaxing 2 weeks 😊
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 October 2024
Dear Andy, many thanks for your kind comments, we're delighted you all enjoyed your stay at Casa Botanica. We love the Silver Coast area for exactly the reasons you alluded to; great beaches, lots history and some wonderful restaurants. Thanks again, Dave & Sue
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10/10 Excellent

Nicolas N.

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

Très bon séjour 😀

La maison est très belle et notre hôte très attentionné. Nous avons été ravis 😁
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2024
Merci beaucoup pour votre excellente critique, nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez apprécié vos vacances et espérons vous accueillir à nouveau.
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