The cottages are situated in the extensive grounds of the Manor House, Casa do Arrabalde, and are separated by an old, unused entrance to a small lane behind the property.

Beyond this area are gardens with many citrus and olive trees to provide shade from the sun.  Also in the grounds is a swimming pool which is shared by the two cottages.

Both Arrabalde cottages Ponte de Lima are furnished in comfortable, country style and each has two bedrooms, one bathroom and a sitting room with a kitchen. The larger cottage has a dining area where it is possible to seat the whole party.

The large sitting area has French windows opening onto a large stone flagged area where the garden furniture can be placed for outdoor dining.

Adega Cottage

The front door opens into the living room in which the sofa can be used as a single bed. There is a stone fireplace and a dining area suitable for five persons.

There is also a fitted kitchen with a four burner gas cooker, kettle and toaster etc.  There is no oven but a microwave will shortly be provided.

The two bedrooms share a bathroom which has a shower over the bath. Both bedrooms have twin beds and, in one of them, a folding cot can be placed for a young child.

Casa da Eira

First floor :

There is a twin bedroom and a separate bathroom which has a shower over the bath.

Twin bedroom with French windows leading to a balcony. Open area with stone steps leading to the garden.

Ground floor :

Large living room with open fireplace and a dining area suitable for six persons. There is a sofa bed which can be used as a single bed.

Fitted kitchen with a four burner gas cooker, kettle, toaster, refrigerator, etc. A microwave will shortly be provided.

Both cottages have central heating for winter use. There is a supplement payable locally if it is used.

It is possible for a family to take both cottages, which are adjacent, and have exclusive use of the swimming pool, although the two young children from the main house may come visiting.

Ponte de Lima is famous for its 'Tascas', small eating places where the quality of food is important - with the decor being of no consequence.

It is recommended that the adventurous should try these although many of the dishes are regional and may not be to the taste of visitors from overseas. It is acceptable to order one portion (which is very large) for two persons.

The dimensions of the pool are 10 meters by 5 meters and the depth is from 1.10 metres to 1.80 metres.

Ponte de Lima has an excellent golf course which can be seen by clicking on Ponte de Lima golf course.