Property Description
Camping Toca da Raposa (translated: Den of the Fox) is a beautiful Quinta of over 1 hectare located in the serene environment outside the charming village of Meruge. This hidden gem, a true paradise in Central Portugal, offers a unique opportunity for those who want to continue a thriving business. Toca da Raposa was originally a typical Portuguese farmhouse made of granite. The ruin was rebuilt with respect for the old but with the necessary modern adjustments. The campsite once started as a motorcycle campsite, but is now a place for everyone and the campsite attracts people who fall in love with the relaxing and hospitable feeling that prevails.
This region is very beautiful and interesting to visit and explore. It is dominated by the “Serra da Estrela”, the highest mountain range on the Portuguese mainland (1996m). It is unique with its huge granite cliffs and spectacular views, ideal for a day out or to go walking, to swim in one of the picturesque river beaches on a warm sunny day or to visit the many rustic mountain villages. You can also go horse riding in the area, kayak on the Mondego, go karting or rent a bicycle to cycle on an old railway line along the Dão River. The major cities of Coimbra and Viseu are an hour’s drive from the campsite and are definitely worth a visit.
Oliveira do Hospital is the nearest town with all amenities and is located 10 kilometers from the campsite. Here you will find several supermarkets, hair salons, restaurants and pharmacies. For smaller local shops you can go to Meruge and Lagares da Beira, 2.7 km and 3.7 km away respectively.
The campsite and chalets:
The campsite has a permit for 30 camper/caravan/tent pitches, 90 guests in total. On the lower field there are 3 permanent chalets and 2 permanent cabanas. The campsite has 1 sanitary block on both the men’s and women’s sides
3 showers, 3 toilets and 3 sinks. With sinks on the side of the sanitary block for washing dishes with hot water. There is also a camper service area at the campsite.
There is a salt-water swimming pool (56m2) on site and a playground for the little ones.
There is a professional kitchen with stainless steel counter tops and a licensed bar. The bar also serves as the reception. Adjacent to the bar is an outdoor terrace, surrounded by an exotic garden. At the front of the main building you enter a beautiful patio with outbuildings and 2 toilets. The outbuildings are now mainly used for stock storage. In addition, the site includes a building for storing tools and machines, a pizza oven, a firewood storage area and 2 cabanas for volunteers.
The campsite is ready to move in, meets all (safety) requirements and has all required permits. During the high season, the clientele is mainly Flemish, Dutch, English, German and Portuguese. The campsite is easily run by an enthusiastic couple, with some help from volunteers in high season.
Owner’s house:
The owner’s house (72m2) consists of 3 large bedrooms, 1 small room, a toilet and a separate bathroom. This is located on the first floor, above the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for those who want to change course and take over a thriving company in a beautiful location. If desired, the owner will assist the new “campsite bosses” with advice and assistance, so that a new start goes smoothly.
I have additional information available for those seriously interested.
