Casas Do Bosque Valmaior

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Entrance to the site (added by manager 26 Aug 2022)

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Entrance to the site (added by manager 26 aug 2022)
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Gravel pitches (added by manager 26 aug 2022)
Barbecue and picnic benches (added by manager 26 aug 2022)
Barbecue area (added by manager 26 aug 2022)

  • Peaceful site in a quiet spot 10 minutes’ drive from the Vouga river
  • Aveiro city half an hour’s drive; Museu do Caramulo 50 minutes
  • Barbecue area and playground, plus showers and disabled facilities
Welcome to a place that's got big, ambitious plans for the future… Casas do Bosque Valmaior is on a peaceful parcel of land planted with all sorts of varieties of fruit trees, a 10-minute drive from the parish of Valmaior. The family-friendly site has heaps to commend it – even in its self-confessed ‘ongoing project’ state – starting with its location, amid forested hills and terraced vineyards. You’ll have access to a sheltered area with multiple barbecues, plus plenty of firewood, a sink for washing up and picnic tables. While you’re busy grilling your meal, the kids can blow off some steam in the playground. For everyone’s safety, the site is monitored by surveillance cameras, and there are also amenities such as showers, water and electricity, along with facilities for disabled guests. Ready to explore the area? You might want to start by heading towards the Vouga river (10 minutes’ drive), where the Foz do Rio Mau scenic point marks the start of the Ecopista do Vouga cycle path. Skirting the water, you can pedal through woodland all the way to Praia Fluvial Quinta do Barco (half an hour by bike), where you can stop for a refreshing swim or hire a canoe or paddleboard. There’s more swimming at Fluvial do Alfusqueiro beach (half an hour’s drive) or, if you’d rather hike, you can head to the Parque das Minas do Braçal (half an hour), where forested trails lead past the remains of former mining structures. Several dramatic waterfalls, including Cascata da Fílveda, can also be reached within a 40-minute drive.

Site type

Motorhome sites 2
Caravan sites 2
Tent sites 4
Open all year
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • A cable measuring at least 7 metres is needed for the electric hook-ups.

Languages spoken

English

Spanish

Italian

Portuguese

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

4

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Off main routes and far from ‘deluxe’

Overall 4/10
Location 2
Value for money 2
Accommodation 4
Facilities / Activities 2
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 2
Cleanliness 2
Wifi 8
Maggie Y. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Power optional gravel and earth caravan site

Liked: Flat pitch and wifi

Disliked: Sink full of dirty dishes, single washroom with toilet and shower full of toiletries, wet towel and dead flies. Unable to get in morning as everyone including owner had to share. Wood fired cooking full of cigarette ends. Described as forest but actually a small shale carpark. Forest in surrounding countryside

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From the manager: My dear motorhome driver, thank you in advance for your comment, when you arrived at our facilities we took a guided tour of the park where you visited the bathroom and our barbecues and 2 stalls (sinks) and 2 peasant tables they told you to use the sink and barbecue and the table on the left was clean and organized, like a barbecue and the sink on the right was undergoing maintenance due to customers who had left minutes ago, as you can see cleaning was carried out afterwards for the caravanner who arrived, maintenance had already been carried out on the house Bathroom is shared, each client can leave it as they see fit, their responsibility, if it is not in the middle of the forest as mentioned, tell me what you see, then in the photo you took it and published it, just go to Google Maps and see if this forest area , Our apologies in advance, we understand that it was not to your liking, we hope for a better experience on the next visit, we work every day to improve our space.

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Hot tub Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Bush Lake and/or mountain Luxury Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Accessibility

Disabled facilities

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Horse riding nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Caravan storage facilities Drainage hook-up points for caravans Water hook-up points for caravans

Location

Casas Do Bosque Valmaior

Rua de Jardim 15

Nova De Fusos

Valmaior

Albergaria-a-Velha

Portugal

3850-835

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Lisbon +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

40.70202°N
-8.42041°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

There’s lots to do in the city of Aveiro (half an hour’s drive), from surfing at its sandy Atlantic beaches to birdwatching among the dunes at the Reserva Natural das Dunas de São Jacinto, where you might spot woodpeckers, blue tits and lots of types of waders. Also worth a visit are the Salinas de Aveiro salt ponds and museums like Museu Marítimo de Ílhavo e Aquário dos Bacalhaus, exploring the area’s maritime heritage. Deep into the forest, Poço Azul (50 minutes) is a natural pool at the bottom of a small waterfall. You can take a dip in the crystal-clear waters here or hike around the area, keeping an eye out for colourful butterflies and blackbirds. If you’re into classic cars and motorbikes, you might want to visit the Museu do Caramulo (50 minutes) and take a guided tour through its ever-changing display of vintage vehicles, from a Ford Model T to Rolls-Royces and Lamborghinis.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020 2019 2018 2017
Bico 19.6 km Estuary Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Monte Branco 24.4 km Estuary Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Torreira 25.6 km Sea Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Areinho 25.9 km Estuary Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Jardim De Oudinot 26.8 km Estuary Good Good N/A N/A

Data source: European Environment Agency

Nearest sites

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  • What attractions are near Casas Do Bosque Valmaior? There’s lots to do in the city of Aveiro (half an hour’s drive), from surfing at its sandy Atlantic beaches to birdwatching among the dunes at the Reserva Natural das Dunas de … Read more
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Casas Do Bosque Valmaior? From $35.03 (for 1 night, 3 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.