Pet-friendly hotels and homes in Idanha-a-Nova

Amazing garden. The rooms and houses are a mix of modern comfort and traditional aesthetics. Very attentive hosts and tasty breakfast. Beds and pillows are big and comfortable.

Covered pool, kettle in room, hosts went out of their way to provide dinner.

We had the whole house for ourselves, which was great. We practically lived in the big and comfortable kitchen. Good beds, quiet neighbourhood.

Great apartment, beautiful view

The property is situated up a narrow country lane and slightly bumpy drive. For most cars it should be fine, but our car is a little sporty and low to the ground and we had to pick our way in and out of the property very carefully (we did ground a couple of times!) Once at the property it’s a reasonably large plot with a pool (big enough to dunk in but not big enough for laps). There are currently two one bedroom houses available to rent, but they are expanding and I believe there will be 5 rentals in total, some of the drive area is yet to be finished as a result. The area around the pool is all done as is the courtyard in front of the two houses which you can currently rent. There is a BBQ and seating area available for communal use, plus outside lighting. The property itself was really nice, both the living area and bedroom had air conditioning units, the kitchen has a small fridge a two ring induction hob and a microwave, a Nespresso machine plus a kettle for British people 😊 There is enough in the way of pots pans etc to go self catering, its not as equipped as home, but definitely enough. The bedroom is small but with a very large built in wardrobe, we had everything we needed unpacked in one side of it and room for our suitcases in the other side, so it was fine for us for a week. The property was immaculately clean, has a lovely old worldly feel and was a great place to stay. Though there are a couple of bars/restaurants within a 10 minute walk, you really need to either hike or drive into Monsanto for a good choice, plus mini markets/supermarkets are definitely a drive. There was a selection of tea bags and coffee capsules and milk there when we arrived, plus what you needed for breakfast - cold meats, cheese, juice, butter, jam and bread delivered early each morning. Also, washing up liquid, tea towels etc were provided.

balcony is the best place to watch sunset!

Nave de Pedra is a lovely family home in the village of Monsanto. Monsanto is known for being built on top of a hill, in between and around massive boulders. The setting is simply magical, with stone lanes winding their way up to the castle ruins at the top of the hill. I was grateful that Nave de Pedra was not too far up the hill, as the lanes are steep and the idea of pulling suitcases up in the searing heat was not appealing. The house itself was beautifully and tastefully decorated. The bedrooms are on the lower ground floor, so nice and cool. There is a lovely balcony with views down the hill and across the countryside. It was perfect for watching sun rise and sun set. The hostess had kindly left us fresh figs in the fridge, picked from the garden. There were 2 bathrooms, as well as use of washing machine and the kitchen was fully equipped.

The animals! The Pool, and the sun! Very welcoming and cozy.

Absolutely loved my stay! This apartment is truly a gem. Everything is brand new and beautifully designed. The modern kitchen is a dream to work in if you need to cook a meal and the bedroom is equally stunning with its modern aesthetic. The private bedroom with the comfortable bed and excellent wardrobe was a dream, and the separate bathroom and toilet were a lifesaver! The open plan second bedroom/ living area is a brilliant addition if your a family with 2 children or a couple sharing the apartment with guests and need privacy. The second bed space is wonderfully versatile, easily accommodating one person, or two people by extending the single bed (cascade effect - two single beds). The separate bathroom and toilet are a really thoughtful touch as well as convenient when sharing with others. The shower was excellent, and all fixtures were top-notch! Beyond the beautiful space itself, the host was exceptional. From day one, communication was prompt and helpful, and Carla was clearly dedicated to ensuring a smooth and enjoyable stay. I truly felt blessed to be staying in such a brand new and thoughtfully created apartment. I felt right at home in this brand new and well-equipped apartment and highly recommend if your looking for a stylish and convenient base.

Probably the only place in Portugal where everything is done with attention to details