ThumbnailNestled in the green valley of Alvados, surrounded by the imposing limestone massifs, Casa dos Matos is a modern restoration which blends in harmoniously with the surrounding village, and which provides a base from which to explore a region of outstanding natural beauty.LocationSituated in the villlage of Alvados in the Serra de Aires e Candeeiros Natural Park, about 1½ hour’s drive north of Lisbon, and close to the coast at Nazaré.General DescriptionCasa dos Matos offers a harmonious blend of old and new, with a former circular threshing floor, or ‘eira’, providing the link between the family’s accommodation situated in the older part of the property and the new purpose-built guest facilities. The area, whose circular contours have been preserved, has been made into a comfortable lounge and dining room for the use of guests, where meals are served and a blazing log fire adds warmth on winter evenings.The use of wood and exposed local stone gives a homely and rustic feel to the property, and ensures that it blends in perfectly with the surroundings.Outside, an attractive terrace overlooks the garden and swimming pool and offers splendid views over the nearby limestone hills.The guest bedrooms are simply but elegantly furnished in minimalist style, and adorned with paintings by local artists. Each room is decorated in a different colour, and all have private bathroom, TV and sofa with extra bed.The atmoshphere is very relaxed, homely and close to nature.