Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, a sauna and spa facilities, Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA is located in Castelo Branco, 48 km from Monsanto Castle and 11 km from Francisco Tavares Proenca Junior. The property features pool and garden views, and is 11 km from Episcopal Palace Gardens. The country house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The country house will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a desk, a kettle, a fridge, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a terrace and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower. There is a seating and a dining area in all units. At the country house, every unit has bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fruits, juice and cheese are available daily at the country house. Barbecue facilities are available at the country house, and guests can also relax in the garden or go on a picnic in the picnic area. St. Michael's Church is 11 km from Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA, while Cargaleiro Museum is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Viseu Airport, 170 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

Breakfast info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.0
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Castelo Branco
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Maks
    Ukraine Ukraine
    Probably the only place in Portugal where everything is done with attention to details
  • Weilai
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner was very friendly & helpful. Very generous with information and breakfast.
  • Lorna
    Canada Canada
    Breakfast was very good with a selection of homemade preserves, eggs if you liked, and all served by the very friendly helpful owner. The location was a bit isolated but well worth the extra drive.
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Property surroundings

Facilities of Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Salt-water pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Pool cover
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hammam
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Sauna
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Portuguese

House rules

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Check-in

Available 24 hours

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 5 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per child, per night
Cot upon request
Free
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

License number: 9798

FAQs about Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA

  • Yes, Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA is 6.2 miles from the centre of Castelo Branco. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Sauna
    • Hammam
    • Spa facilities
    • Bicycle rental
    • Swimming Pool
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area

  • Guests staying at Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Arca dos Animais - Farming & SPA is from 00:00, and check-out is until 00:00.