The “Casa do Fundo” is a mystery to be discovered by those who like Country Tourism. Situated in Pereiro at 8 km distance from Seia, it is an ideal place to relax before having a good excursion into the Serra da Estrela.

Built all in granite towards the end of the 19th century, it represents the solid sturdy architecture of a family home of wealthy farmers. Around the house you feel already the calmness and tranquillity by looking at the green spaces at your feet. Passing the gate, you will notice the old heavy wine press and a little further down the ruins of the baker’s oven.

House and yard are of this kind of places transmitting the power of nature and granite rock. The legend tells that at the end of the 19th century it has been used by João Brandão – the terror of the Beira-region- as a refuge when invading the areas of the “faldas da Serra”. Also has served as an overnight stop for hawkers and merchants of olive oil and pottery on their way to the famous market of Boavista in the neighbourhood of Sameice.

Observing the house with attention, you will notice the effort of the architect António Catarino to whom the restauring work has been entrusted, to conserve the original feature of the architecture. The interiors have been adapted to modern comfort by the owner, Maria  Sílvia Mamede, with great skill, so that guests from the big cities can refuge themselves without feeling in a hotel.

The “Casa do Fundo” is composed by three floors where guests can enjoy absolute comfort. At the ground level – meant place for animals  and tools in former times - the social area has been installed, taking advantage of old objects connected with farming labour for decoration, curiosities that taking us into the past. There is the spaceful attractive living-hall with bar and dominating fireplace, inviting all together for good conversation sessions in the evening hours.