Casa das Palmeiras

Casa das Palmeiras is a family-run rural tourism project in Gandufe, Mangualde, in the Serra da Estrela. It started as a working farm that belonged to the owner's great-grandfather and has since become a place to stay centred on sustainability, contact with nature and family experiences. There are several houses on the property, among them Casa do Carvalho and Casa do Celeiro. Guests also have a pedagogical farm with friendly animals, an organic vegetable garden (*horta bio*), an aromatic garden, a biological pool and an enchanted forest area. Activities on offer include: - pony rides - personalised tours by Tuk Tuk or in a classic Citroën 2CV - equicoaching, a form of personal development assisted by horses - EquusKids, where families learn how horses communicate - sensory massage in nature - traditional rural programmes: the Shepherd Programme, the Serra da Estrela Cheese Programme, the Goat Cheese Programme and the Olive Oil Programme The farm puts weight on accessible and inclusive tourism, with the aim of offering quality-of-life experiences to all visitors. Sustainability is one of its core values, and across the property it encourages a close relationship between people, animals and nature. It's meant as a quiet refuge for families and animal lovers who want a screen-free stay in the countryside of central Portugal. Private parking, bicycles, free Wi-Fi, meal delivery and a laundry service are available. The project is registered under RNET No. 7013.