Quinta de Volte a Fonte
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- Off-grid site on a rural farm a five-minute drive from Cafede
- Santa Águeda reservoir 10 minutes’ drive; Castelo Branco 15 minutes
- Dogs welcome; basic outdoor kitchen; communal fridge freezer
Keep your eyes peeled for the large agave plant about one and a half kilometres south of Cafede on the M551: it’s your indication to turn into the dirt road that leads all the way to Quinta de Volte a Fonte. This peaceful site on a farm in central Portugal was established in 2023 by Annemieke, a resourceful Dutch native who yearned for a self-sustaining, off-grid life.
The site comes with a composting toilet, a shower and a basic outdoor kitchen with cooking and washing-up facilities, plus a launderette and a communal fridge freezer. Scattered around are a few cosy seating areas with views of the surrounding landscape. In short, all you need (and rather a lot more, actually) for a relaxing wild-camping break.
Other facilities are still in their infancy – or rather in Annemieke’s head, which is bubbling with ideas: there are plans for a bigger, better outdoor kitchen and an indoor kitchen, for example; and she also intends to plant fruit trees, make a vegetable garden, build a pond and create shaded areas with pergolas.
In the meantime, though, you can stroll with your four-legged companion (a welcome guest here) through a splendid olive grove dotted with majestic cork trees, listening out for crickets and frogs (and birdsong, of course), smelling the fragrant lavender and trying to identify the various plants on site.
The nearest grocery store is in the village of Alcains (10 minutes’ drive), which also has several restaurants and cafés; for more options, you can head to Castelo Branco (15 minutes).
Site type
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A charge of €1.00 (£0.86) applies for the use of the shower.- Facilities/activities including oven, washing machine are subject to extra charges payable on arrival.
- Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- Please note that the toilet/shower facilities are unisex.
- There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
- Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Languages spoken
Dutch
English
French
German
Pitch types & availability
Non-electric grass pitch
5 people maximum Ground type: Grass
Pitch size: unlimited
Arrival daysFrom €15 (€15) 1 night, 2 adults
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2 bedroom ready tent (family)
4 people maximum 2 bedroomsDimensions: 6.0m width x 5.0m length (19.7ft width x 16.4ft length) Calculated area: 30.0m² (322.9ft²)
Arrival daysFrom €28.50 (€28.50) 1 night, 2 adults
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Beautiful wild camping site with simple facilities in a gorgeous spot
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Non-electric grass pitch
Liked: We loved the wildness and beauty of the place. Annamieke and her dogs were wonderfully friendly and we had a glorious peaceful night under the full moon. The campsite is simple - a natural place with a well-equipped outdoor kitchen and a little shower and toilet block. The area is incredible - Annamieke directed us to a spring in the village to fill our water bottles, then to a nearby lake where we swam.
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Features
Dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all yearThemes
Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wildlife havenUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Shop nearbyType
Farm Small (11-25 pitches)Accessibility
Accessible parking at pitch Level site, no steep slopesNearby leisure
Fishing nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Quinta de Volte a Fonte
Vale de Linhares
Cafede
Castelo Branco
Portugal
6000-030
Directions Timezone
Europe/Lisbon WEST (GMT+01:00)
GPS
39.89827°N
-7.51356°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
Barragem de Santa Águeda (10 minutes’ drive) is a large reservoir (also known as Lake Marateca) surrounded by wooded trails. It’s possible to go for a cooling swim here, launch a canoe or angle for carp. If you’d rather stay dry, there is plenty of birdwatching to be done, with resident herons and waders.
The Museu da Seda in Castelo Branco (15 minutes) illustrates the history of Portuguese silk, with displays on the Silk Road, sericulture and the latest applications of this product. Stroll through the manicured gardens at Jardim do Paço Episcopal before taking in the views of the town’s rooftops from the medieval castle.
Foxes, otters and wolves inhabit Serra da Estrela Nature Park (one hour), a protected area of rocky peaks, glacial valleys and natural lagoons. As you walk among forests of oak and chestnut trees, though, it’s more likely that you’ll catch glimpses of golden eagles and peregrine falcons soaring high in the sky.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Quinta de Volte a Fonte have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Quinta de Volte a Fonte dog friendly? Yes View all features
- What attractions are near Quinta de Volte a Fonte? Barragem de Santa Águeda (10 minutes’ drive) is a large reservoir (also known as Lake Marateca) surrounded by wooded trails. It’s possible to go for a cooling swim here, launch a canoe … Read more
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Read moreCamping and touring Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime On-site accommodation Arrive: Anytime – Anytime Depart by: Anytime - How much does it cost to stay at Quinta de Volte a Fonte? From £12.85 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.