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VUMBA - The Alembic

VUMBA - The Alembic

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Overview of VUMBA - The Alembic

Reviews
8.0 out of 10 Very good
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 556 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly

Enjoy the area

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São Martinho da Cortiça, Coimbra
  • Popular LocationPalace of Bussaco36 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortugal dos Pequenitos41 min drive
  • Popular LocationCoimbra University41 min drive
  • AirportPorto (OPO-Dr. Francisco de Sa Carneiro)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

VUMBA - The Alembic

Vumba's property is divided into 2 cozy guesthouses (The Alembic and The House of the Lizard) and 3 stylish suites (The Bue Maria, The Gorongoza and Beira). All guesthouses have access to a large swimming pool surrounded by a lush garden. The bathing season (pool) opens on May 15th and closes on September 30th.

The estate has several roads and trails as well as five idyllic ponds. Isolated from the outside world, here you will find the ideal combination of natural resources to let you enjoy nature and to experience a truly rural lifestyle.

Vumba is a small, family owned company, engaged in maintaining traditions and providing a highly professional and personalized service. We produce the organic cheese "Quinta do Carapinhal" following ancient traditions and provide quality accomodation in a rural environment. Vumba’s logo is a leaf of an oak, a deciduous tree with a long gestation period, that always did well in this region. The oak symbolizes our respect for tradition and continuity as well as renewal.

In fact, Vumba is highly influenced by our grandparents’ memory, by their love for this land and by all the great things they’ve done. We make our best to respect and honor this memory in everything we do.

Vumba Agrotourism has also the following activities available (depending on the time of year and the availability of our staff): Goat Safari, Chesse factory tour, Shepherd for a day, Make your own cheese, Foraging for mushrooms, Olive picking and E-bike rentals.

And more, You can also get some fresh eggs for your breakfast from the chicken coop, pick some organic veggies from the vegetable garden or fresh fruit from the orchard to use in your meals while at Vumba. In the property, we have 3 great hiking and biking trails that take you through the woods and the valley. If you fancy a special treat, we can organize a true gourmet experience at the Winery with Oliver, our guest chef, cooking specially for you a menu of delicious recipes made with local produce.

Contact us for more information.

Property manager

Vumba

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Amenities

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number 8731

About the area

Arganil

Located in Arganil, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a river. Castle of Lousã and Roman Ruins of Bobadela are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ribeira das Quelhas Walkway and Termas de Luso. Portugal dos Pequenitos and Biological Park of Serra da Lousa are also worth visiting.
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São Martinho da Cortiça, Coimbra

What's nearby

  • Peneda River Beach - 27 min drive
  • National Forest of Bussaco - 35 min drive
  • Palace of Bussaco - 36 min drive
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 41 min drive
  • Coimbra University - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Santa Comba Dao Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sociedad Hoteleira A Lampreia - 17 min drive
  • Café Bom Dia - 12 min drive
  • A Impala Restaurante - 12 min drive
  • Hotel Rural Quinta da Conchada - 15 min drive
  • Casa dos Frangos As Medas - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does VUMBA - The Alembic have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is VUMBA - The Alembic pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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7.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

7.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Inês M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Boa estadia com pontos a melhorar!
Gostámos particularmente dos dias vividos nos silêncio e calma da propriedade.. da simpatia com que nos receberam, do facto das crianças poderem andar livres e em segurança. Do encontro com a natureza e dos dias sem horários. A melhorar: não existia iluminação da casa até a sala comum o que dificultava muito o acesso, não existiam redes mosquiteiras país não permitia arejar o quarto, o estrado da cama chiava ruidosamente, o sistema de rega estava mal orientado e mal programado e estávamos na piscina ao final do dia e fomos surpreendidos por um do banho de esguicho assim como na manhã seguinte as cadeiras e pufes estavam encharcados. Também o pão que nos foi deixado de manhã à porta de casa que não constava na lista de bens a adquirir e comi tal julgávamos ser cortesia, foi nos cobrado no final da estadia sem aviso previo. A quinta tem imenso potencial mas poderia estar muito mais cuidada.

8/10 Good

Rosa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sossego seguro
Local ideal para relaxar na natureza. Casa conforme a expetativa. Adoramos o pequeno almoço! Pão quentinho e natas especiais logo pela manhã.... não é todos os dias!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Neuza N.

Alojamento muito acolhedor
Adorável, muito sossegado e onde foi possível descansar, disfrutar da natureza local e conhecer melhor as zonas limítrofes. Fomos com família e amigos, as crianças adoraram o espaço, principalmente do contacto com os animais na visita à Quinta do Carapinhal. Ao responsável pela nossa estadia, o Ruben Gama, agradecemos de coração toda a simpatia, amabilidade e disponibilidade que teve connosco. Esperamos voltar e se possível no Verão, para aproveitar todo o potencial da zona e das praias fluviais. Recomendamos, sem dúvida!

8/10 Good

Jacky L.

Fantastic bhost
Sadly the weather was cold and wet but our dear host did everything in her power to overcome our discomfort. Sadly the wood burning stove smoked, the new induction hobs had no pans that worked. However on the plus side the place is fabulous had the weather been good the pool would have been great it was lovely. We were taken to see our host’s cheese making facility which was fascinating. Her generosity and help were way beyond what one would normally expect . We ate very well on both her recommendations. The Gite was delightful if a little bohemian. It was not easy to find initially but in a delightful setting. A great place for good weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Diana V.

Recomendo!
Passei um fim de semana na Vumba e adorei! Todo o processo foi simples, a marcação da estadia, o check in e o check out. De salientar a simpatia da Catarina e da Adélia. A chegada à suite Bue Maria foi muito agradável. Um espaço amplo e muito limpo! A casa de banho também bastante limpa e com um aspecto novo! A área comum de cozinha e sala estavam limpas e arrumadas. As condições perfeitas para um fim de semana de descanso em que apenas se ouviam os animais. A vista da suite é deslumbrante! Os vários pormenores de decoração tanto no quarto, na casa de banho e inclusivé no exterior são uma surpresa! Recomendo, quero voltar e desta vez por mais tempo !!!

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