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VUMBA - The Alembic

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Pool
Interior
Living area
2 bedrooms
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space
  • Mountain view

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

VUMBA - The Alembic

The renovation of the winery gave birth to a very nice country cottage with one bedroom and a mezzanine, living-room, kitchen and one bathroom, ideal for a family with two children or two couples of friends.Vumba's property is divided into 2 cozy guesthouses (The Alembic and The House of the Lizard) and 8 stylish suites (The Bue Maria, The Gorongoza, Beira and the Macuti Flats). All guesthouses have access to a large swimming pool surrounded by a lush garden.
All of our houses have fully equipped kitchens where you can cook your meals, including breakfast, and there are two small supermarkets in the village where you will find most of the basic ingredients. Also in the village and 5 minutes walk from Vumba we have The Churrasqueira with homemade and tasty take-away food.
RURAL EXPERIENCES
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. 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.
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, on foot or by bicycle.
SERVICES FOR BIKERS
We offer a full range of services for cyclists, meeting all the requirements of the Bikotel network. Our guests have cycling routes available for various skill levels, secure outdoor parking for bikes, a washing area, an equipped mini-workshop, as well as a specific menu for cyclists and a laundry service for cycling clothes. We also offer bike hire, transport for cyclists, technical support, a guide service and charging options for e-bikes.
At Vumba you have everything you need for an incredible cycle touring experience!
Within a 30-kilometre radius of Vumba, there are 73 mapped routes. This wide variety of routes covers easy, intermediate and specialised cycling and is suitable for all levels of fitness.
NEARBY
There are also several places of interest nearby where you can do nature activities: Góis, Fraga da Pena, Benfeita, Avô and Côja, Aldeia das Dez, Aldeias de Xisto (Piodão), Aldeias Históricas, Foz d'Égua, Buçaco, Serra da Estrela, Coimbra and Viseu.
There are also more radical activities on offer, such as canoeing down the river, water walks and jeep rides. Or more contemplative ones, such as flyfishing and interpretive walks. We have professional partners who will provide you with an incredible experience.
OUR FARM
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.
Come visit us.
Contact us for more information.

Property manager

Vumba

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Garden
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 603 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Long-term renters welcome
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 8731

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Vumba The Alembic
Vumba - The Alembic Arganil
Vumba - The Alembic Private vacation home
Self Catering Vumba Agroturismo for 4 People
Vumba - The Alembic Private vacation home Arganil
108411

About the neighborhood

Map
Arganil, Coimbra

What's nearby

  • Peneda River Beach - 26 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Fraga da Pena Waterfall - 33 min drive - 34.4 km
  • National Forest of Bussaco - 35 min drive - 33.0 km
  • Portugal dos Pequenitos - 40 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Coimbra University - 41 min drive - 43.2 km

Getting around

  • Santa Comba Dao Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Casa dos Frangos As Medas - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Panorâmico Senhora da Ribeira - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Café Bom Dia - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sociedad Hoteleira A Lampreia - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Casimiro - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is VUMBA - The Alembic pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at VUMBA - The Alembic?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VUMBA - The Alembic?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is VUMBA - The Alembic located?

Situated in Arganil, this vacation home is within 16 mi (25 km) of Ceira River Walkways, Peneda River Beach, and Green Bridge Park. Serpin River Beach Park and Christ the King in Vimieiro are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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VUMBA - The Alembic Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

7.0/10

Cleanliness

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 !!!