Title: Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=6341050&destination=Penamacor%2C+Castelo+Branco+District%2C+Portugal&selected=18976089&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) ## Photo gallery for Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) ![Exterior - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/86323ddc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/26cd0fd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/28e72c2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/2b402b16.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) (Castelo Branco)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18980000/18976100/18976089/6960c73c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) A house for 5 Pax, situated in a historic area dating back to the founding of Portugal, where there are many traces of Roman occupation. Points of interest in the village Pelourinho, Castle, Churches, Archaeological Museum, Fountains, etc. The landscape is rough but fabulous And has a few km historical villages such as Monsanto, Penha Garcia, Proença-a-Velha, Idanha-a-Velha, and others. It is inserted in the nature reserve of Serra da Estrela. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Hunting nearby - Mountain climbing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9480000/9479800/9479794/e4a7507a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palace Hotel & Spa Termas de S. 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Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated 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 is also known as Bemposta House Penamacor Bemposta House Penamacor Bemposta House Cottage Penamacor Bemposta House Cottage Bemposta House Casa da Bemposta Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Cottage Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Penamacor Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Cottage Penamacor ## About the area Located in Penamacor, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Idanha-a-Velha and Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sierra de Gata and Termas de Monfortinho. Raiano Cultural Center and A Moagem - Cidade do Engenho e das Artes are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hunting and mountain climbing. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Casa da Bemposta (former haystack) Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews Archival ### 8/10 Good #### Bertrand L. Feb 19, 2016 #### Location 05 au 10/02 Bonjour, Merci pour l'accueil et la maison typique de la région. Très joli. Mais, nous avons eu froid dans la maison ##### Bertrand L. Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2016