Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro)
Casa do Candeeiro, meaning "The Lamp House" in english, it's an antique house, perfectly located on a very quiet and natural corner in the center of Óbidos.
The house is antique but fully remodelled, containing three bedrooms, bathroom, a modern and fully equipped kitchen, a living room with fireplace, patio and garden with barbecue and panoramic views over the castle.
The visitors will find a house full of light, privacy, great energy with a peaceful environment, full of exotic singing birds in the garden during the day and the relaxing beauty of silence in the night.
The house is surrounded with all kind of attractions within the castle walls, such as, museums, monuments, restaurants, bars, souvenir shops, guiding tours, historical churches, and etc.. Outside the castle walls, you can enjoy some hiking or bicycle routes, the Óbidos Lagoon, and many beaches, such as Baleal, Peniche, Bom sucesso, Nazaré, Foz do Arelho..
There is also a very rich and diverse cultural agenda, which includes expositions, concerts, performances, and during some periods of the year there are amazing events being developed inside the village, such as the medieval market, chocolate festival, Christmas village, and others...
Inside the village there is a bakery, some coffee shops and many restaurants, and 5 minutes walking from the walls there's a big supermarket with all products you may need.
Casa do Candeeiro is a very special space, a place to disconnect from your daily Life routines, to fully relax, to reconnect with your essence, with your family and friends, and to feel inspired for any kind of art, being surrounded by history, nature, and a peaceful environment.
We invite you to come and have your own experience ;-)
We guarantee a very clean and safe space, so that you and your family can feel safe and protected from any health issues.
Every group has full and private access to the entire house, which means that you don't have to share the house with any strangers, and you'll be able to fully use the all house will total privacy and express yourself as you wish ;-)
We interact with our guests as much as they wish, we love to speak and share some ideas about any subject, we can be very helpful with any information and recommendations you may need to have a rich and fulfilling Óbidos experience, as we'll always respect your privacy.
The neighborhood is very quiet, the house is located only two walking minute from the main street, which guarantees you'll be far from the tourism noise.
There is free parking close to the house inside the castle walls, and from óbidos you have access to bus or train if you plan to travel without car.
We guarantee you a unique experience on a very unique place of our Planet.
RNAL registration number- 18529/AL This AL has an online complaint book https://www.livroreclamacoes.pt/inicio
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Property Registration Number 18529/AL
About the area
Obidos
Located in Obidos, this apartment is in a rural area and on a lake. Obidos Castle and Vila Natal are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bom Sucesso Golf Course and West Cliffs Golf Course. Travelling with kids? Consider Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos and supXscape. Waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Vila Natal - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Castelo, Walls & Aqueduct - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Caldas Da Rainha Station - 15 min drive
Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Luciano Pane Della Vita - 5 min walk
Cafetaria da Moura - 5 min walk
Pastelaria d'Avó de Adélia - 5 min walk
Nata De Lisboa - 2 min walk
Avocado Caffe - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro) have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro)?
As of 8 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro) on 9 May 2026 start from NZ$275, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro) pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro)?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro)?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Cosy House inside the Óbidos Castle (Casa do Candeeiro) located?
This family-friendly Obidos apartment building is located on a lake, just steps away from Igreja de Santa Maria and Obidos Castle. Grande Mercado Medieval de Obidos and Municipal Museum are just steps away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was wonderful to be able to stay inside the castle walls. Loved this home. Owner was so kind and responsive with any questions we had.
Tamora F.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2026
Thanks for your feedback Tamora, i’m very happy to know you’ve enjoyed your experience at our house. It was an honor to have you in the house, thanks for being amazing guests.
Best wishes
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy
20 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great spot to see the village w in castle walls. Home was cozy, clean. Host was friendly and accessible.
Nancy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Terri
9 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Host was extremely attentive and supportive with an easy check-in process with lockbox access. The host walked us thru the property on the phone and provided various tutorials for the property. The house was historic within the castle walls giving it a relaxed yet authentic ambience.
Would recommend this property and host.
Lovely property. Great shower, wonderful beds, an amazing base to visit the village as well as surrounding sites. Wished we could have stayed longer. Communications with the proprietor were prompt and helpful.No better location
Stephen M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you sou much for your feedback Stephen, we’re happy you’ve had a good time in Óbidos. Best wishes for you and your family.
Everything was wonderful. Rodrigo very responsive and helpful. Great location and beautiful garden to sit and enjoy the sun. Would definitely stay again.
Jan O.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 March 2025
Thank you Jan for your honest feedback, very important for us, it was a true pleasure to host you at our house. Best wishes
This is the second time we’ve stayed here. Great location, great house with multiple indoor and outdoor living areas. This will always be our go to house!
My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our stay at Rodrigo’s home. It is large and comfortable. Rustic in a good way. Especially enjoyed the garden. We used our time to regroup midtrip. We rested, washed clothes, made dinners and sat in the garden. The town center was a few blocks away (though the shops and cafes are mostly timed for the tour buses that come.) we found a large grocery store just outside the walls. Lovely time
Amazing spot for exploring Óbidos! Our 2 year old loved the garden and the hamac. The house was very clean and Rodrigo is such a thoughtful and considerate host.
It was excellent. The home is spacious and conducive for relaxation. The host is super-responsive to questions & concerns. It is right in the historic hearth of Obidos. The only suggestion I would have would be to provide fans, as the house is not air-conditioned.
Marc H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2025
Thanks for your feedback Marc, it was a pleasure to have you in the house.
The house and the region is super fresh during the summer, that’s why we don’t have fans so far, but i appreciate your suggestion and will buy one straight away.
Best wishes for you and your family!
This was a great stay. The apartment was lovely, roomy and well equipped. The host was very responsive and helped us to find the place and orient us to the apartment as well as the area. He sent short videos that explained how to use the utilities in the apartment.
Eric G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2025
Thank you so much for your feedback Eric, very important for us and the community. Kind regards
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Robert K.
6 December 2018
Fantastic place to stay in the heart of Óbidos
The apartment was a wonderful place to stay in Óbidos. It was spacious and in close walking distance to everything. The back garden was lovely for picnics and Rodrigo was a very attentive host. He always got back to us quickly and had great recommendations for places to eat. We would definitely return again!
The location was great. Close to castle gate for easy check in, wonderful views from back private garden and a short walk to all the shops and restaurants. Such a unique property inside the castle walls.
Rodrigo was great, very responsive to all our questions.
This beautiful historic home situated within the castle walls in Obidos exceeded our expectations. The home has spacious and full of old world charm and has a lovely & very scenic backyard to relax in when done exploring the old Castle town of Obidos. We would love to visit again one day.
The charm of staying within the walls. We especially enjoyed being in the garden...we were fortunate with excellent weather. Obidos was our favorite part of our 2 week trip...though we loved all of Portugal!
The property was amazing. Close proximity to the castle, cute little patio, nice garden. The rooms were large. The host was amazing! I even met his wonderful mother who loaned me an umbrella. Couldn't ask for anything more of a property.
Nesser L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 November 2023
Thanks for your feedback and for being such a great guest Nesser, wish you all the best
We loved our six nights in the Obidos Castle. We thoroughly enjoyed day trips to the beach, Peniche, Fatima, Batalha, wine tasting and more. The castle are is busy during the day, but so peaceful at night. Rodrigo was the best host I have had (among many rentals on 3 continents). He met us to show us around and was very helpful in helping us both feel at home and explore the region. This 300 year old house was quirky but charming. Don’t hesitate to book!
Delightful, Rodrigo has done a lovely job with this home. Every attention to detail. Perfect location, lovely garden to relax in. 1 of our best experiences yet. Thank you so much
Wonderful stay , my wife and I an our 2 teen daughters . Everyone loved it . Plenty of room , great property outside to relax and right in the castle walls. While we did not get to meet Rodrigo in person anything we needed he answered via phone or text almost instantly which was awesome. He helped us out with everything from restaurants to how and where to visit . Would definitely stay again . We had a car and the driving and parking was a little confusing at first but once you figure it out it is very easy again Rodrigo was there on the phone to help us . A must stay if you are in the area
Samuel C.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2025
Thanks for your honest feedback Sam, it was a honor to have you and your family at our house. Best wishes
Rodrigo was an excellent host providing great directions and meeting us at the rental to show us around and providing helpful video instructions for all appliances. The bed was extremely comfortable, the backyard was a great place to relax during the short window of sunshine while we were there. Rodrigo's restaurant suggestions were spot on. We found Obidos to be charming, especially after most tourists were gone for the day. Walking through the quiet streets after dark was like going back in time. We took day trips to Peniche and Nazarre, both wonderful spots an easy drive away. This was a peaceful stop after time in busy Lisbon. Obrigada!
Terry C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2025
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback and honest Terry, we deeply appreciate it. Best wishes for you and your family.
I had a few technical issues with service which made it a bit frustrating but Rodrigo was very gracious and helped us through the entire check in making sure we were completely set up.
Everything was very well appointed and clean and the back yard was so relaxing and beautiful!
We loved our stay and would easily recommend it for a stay that transports you to another world!
Thank you again, Rodrigo. It was absolutely magical.
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Perfect Experience, definitely in the top 3 places ever stayed
Wow, so amazing! Rodrigo was so helpful with a short-notice reservation, and the only sad part is that we were not able to stay longer and enjoy everything available in the home!
Perfect location, close to everything inside the castle walls, and so peaceful and quiet, it was the best sleep I had in a long time!
If you stay here, plan on a garden picnic, and watching a fun movie with a small fire crackling behind you!
Unforgettable! Bravo!
I will always stay here when I return to Obidos, and invite friends to book as well :-)
Jeff J.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
About the host
Hosted by Owners/Property Manager
Im a easygoing Host that loves to receive people from all over the World, helping every guest with my best recommendations to have the best possible Óbidos experience at our house.
Why they chose this property
Located inside the castle walls on a very privileged corner of the historical center (within 1 minute walking from the main street), having a panoramic yard & garden surrounded by trees and exotic singing birds with views over the castle and the village itself, Casa do Candeeiro, is the perfect place to relax, recharge and disconnect from your daily life and truly connect with your family and friends on a safe, peaceful and natural environment...A place you won't surely forget!
What makes this property unique
The visitors will find a house full of light, great energy with a peaceful environment.
The house its surrounded with all kind of attractions inside he walls of the castle, such, as museums, monuments, restaurants, bars, souvenir stores, guiding tours, historical churches, etc..
There are also a cultural agenda, which includes expositions, concerts, performances, and during some periods of the years there are amazing events being developed inside the village, such as the medieval market, chocolate festival, Christmas village, and others...
Inside the village there is a little supermarket, and 5 minutes walking from the walls there's a big supermarket with all kind of products...
Casa do Candeeiro is a very special place, a place to chill, to feel inspired for any kind of art, being surrounded by history, nature, and relax...
Feel free to come and have your own experience ;-)
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