Enjoy the outdoor life of vast gardens, walking paths, mountain biking trails, swimming pool, tennis and horse riding. You have the possibility to join activity programmes outside the hotel, such as historical village tours, extreme sports, winter sports, fishing and picnics.We supply meals (lunch and dinner) of traditional Portuguese food on request. You can also have a picnic.This hotel is 7 km away from Covilhã city (textile and university city) and 20 km from the highest point of Estrela mou
[more]Enjoy the outdoor life of vast gardens, walking paths, mountain biking trails, swimming pool, tennis and horse riding. You have the possibility to join activity programmes outside the hotel, such as historical village tours, extreme sports, winter sports, fishing and picnics.We supply meals (lunch and dinner) of traditional Portuguese food on request. You can also have a picnic.This hotel is 7 km away from Covilhã city (textile and university city) and 20 km from the highest point of Estrela mountain range (Torre - 2000 metres high).
You will have the possibility to visit historical villages, such as Sortelha (20 km), Belmonte (birth city of Brazil’s finder, Pedro Álvares Cabral), fish in natural water reservoirs and hike along marked paths.
By Car:
You can find Casa da Figueira Grande on the road between Covilhã and Guarda, national road 18.
From Lisbon (300 km):
- Head north on the A1 highway and leave Torres Novas for the IP 6, until Castelo Branco.
- In Castelo Branco follow the A23 highway to Fundão.
- You will find the last exit to leave for the EN18 there.
- Head in the direction of Covilhã.
- When arriving at Covilhã, continue following to Guarda.
- After 7 km, you will see the chapel of Senhora Do Carmo.
- Continue in the direction of Guarda and count 5 curves from here (1 km)
- Enter in the gate that says Casa Da Figueira Grande, on the right-hand side of the road.
From Oporto (about 200 km):
- Head south on the A1 highway and leave in Albergaria-a-Velha.
- Turn to Guarda (Vilar Formoso) in the direction of IP-5 main road.
- In IP-5 main road, after the turn to Guarda, follow the exit to the A23 highway in the direction of Portalegre.
- Leave in Caria after 35 km.
- Follow to Covilhã until the crossroad in the chapel of Senhora do Carmo.
- Turn right in the direction of Guarda, and count 5 curves from here (1 km) and enter in the gate that says Casa Da Figueira Grande, on the right-hand side of the road.In the heart of Cova da Beira, stands this beautiful and traditional property, inviting you to enjoy a calm and relaxing break away.
Ample green spaces wait you here, so that you breathe in the true countryside air and the tranquillity of its landscape. Escape the hectic everyday routine; at Casa Da Figueira Grande you can enjoy a simpler life at a gentle pace. You have the opportunity to bake bread and make jam. Then enjoy the fruits of your labour overlooking the luxuriant green surroundings.
The Casa da Figueira Grande (House of the Great Fig Tree) dates from the beginning of the 19th century and displays all the traditions of a typical Beira property. The hotel is located in a rural farm, 7 km from Covilhã city.Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.
Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 10 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 15.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds / babycots in a room is 1.
Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.
VAT and city / tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City / tourist tax is not applicable.
Internet: No internet access available.
Meal Plan: Continental breakfast is included in the room rate.
Parking: Free private parking is possible on site.
Pets: Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
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