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Hidden Off-Grid Riverside Retreat

Sameice, Guarda, Portugal #s005720
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Ways to spend the night

  • Other

  • Tent

  • Van

About this location

One booking at a time • Private valley stay • Off-grid simplicity

Tucked away in a hidden green valley in Central Portugal, Rainbow Valley offers a peaceful off-grid escape for those seeking quiet, privacy and a deeper connection with nature.

This is not a busy campsite. With only one booking at a time, the valley becomes your own private corner of Portugal - a place to slow down, breathe and enjoy the simpler rhythm of nature.

Stay beneath star-filled skies in your own tent or campervan, enjoy the comfort of the bell tent, or experience one of the unique underground domes nestled into the landscape. Surrounded by oak trees, woodland edges and a gentle river flowing nearby, Rainbow Valley invites you to reconnect with stillness.

Guests have access to a rustic outdoor kitchen, compost toilet, solar shower and electricity, keeping life simple, comfortable and low impact. Spend slow mornings listening to birdsong, cool off in the river, rest in the shade of the trees or simply enjoy the peace of having nature to yourself.

Friendly resident animals - including gentle donkeys and dogs - add warmth and character to the land, while Andrea, your host, lives quietly nearby, offering a welcoming and safe presence while fully respecting your privacy.

Whether you are seeking rest, time in nature, a romantic escape or a peaceful off-grid pause, Rainbow Valley offers space to truly unwind.

Perfect for...

nature lovers, couples, solo travellers, wild souls, digital detoxes and anyone longing for peace and quiet.

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Your host

Andrea Go to map

Amenities

  • Drinking water

  • BBQ

  • Wood-fired oven

  • Hot water

  • Refrigerator

  • Dishwashing sink

Kitchen and commodities

  • Drinking water

  • BBQ

  • Wood-fired oven

  • Hot water

  • Refrigerator

  • Dishwashing sink

  • Kitchen

  • Gas stove

  • Cooking basics

  • Dishes and cutlery

  • Electric kettle

  • Coffee maker

Comfort & Fun

  • Swimming pond or river

  • WiFi

  • Mobile reception

  • Barrier-free access to pitch

  • Barrier-free access to toilet

  • Barrier-free access to shower

  • Barrier-free access to buildings

Sanitation

  • Toilet

  • Hot shower

  • Waste disposal

Electricity

  • Electricity

  • Phone charging station

In case of rain

  • Covered kitchen

  • Rain shelter

Family-friendly

  • Animals on site

    Friendly donkeys, cats and dogs

Parking

  • Parking on site

Views

  • Sunrise view

  • Sunset view

  • Forest view

  • River view

  • Mountain view

Seating area

  • Picnic table

  • Outdoor seating area

Available pitch types

Select check-in and check-out dates to see available pitches.

The Valley Dome

  • Other

A spacious earth dome with valley views and room to truly unwind

The Valley Dome offers a unique off-grid stay in a handcrafted earth shelter, blending comfort, simplicity and a close connection to nature.

Built into the landscape and thoughtfully designed, this spacious 50m² circular dome (8m diameter) offers a calming and grounding place to slow down and settle into the rhythm of valley life. Painted in soft white tones and featuring a window overlooking the surrounding nature, the dome feels light, peaceful and beautifully connected to its surroundings.

Perfect for couples, solo travellers or anyone longing for rest, the Valley Dome offers space to relax, reflect and enjoy the quiet beauty of Rainbow Valley.

Spend slow mornings listening to birdsong, wander to the river, enjoy star-filled skies and embrace the peaceful simplicity of off-grid living.

Guests have access to the outdoor kitchen, compost toilet, solar shower and riverside spaces.

With only one booking at a time, Rainbow Valley offers a rare sense of privacy, peace and space to breathe.

from € 65.00 per night
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Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
50m2

The Valley Dome

  • Other

    Other

A spacious earth dome with valley views and room to truly unwind

The Valley Dome offers a unique off-grid stay in a handcrafted earth shelter, blending comfort, simplicity and a close connection to nature.

Built into the landscape and thoughtfully designed, this spacious 50m² circular dome (8m diameter) offers a calming and grounding place to slow down and settle into the rhythm of valley life. Painted in soft white tones and featuring a window overlooking the surrounding nature, the dome feels light, peaceful and beautifully connected to its surroundings.

Perfect for couples, solo travellers or anyone longing for rest, the Valley Dome offers space to relax, reflect and enjoy the quiet beauty of Rainbow Valley.

Spend slow mornings listening to birdsong, wander to the river, enjoy star-filled skies and embrace the peaceful simplicity of off-grid living.

Guests have access to the outdoor kitchen, compost toilet, solar shower and riverside spaces.

With only one booking at a time, Rainbow Valley offers a rare sense of privacy, peace and space to breathe.

Check-in between: 12:00–17:00

Check-out between: 09:00–12:00

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 10

Child price applies to this age: 16

Min. number of days that can be booked in advance: 1

Number of beds: 1

Size per pitch: 50m2

Comfort & Fun

  • Towels

  • Bed linen, pillow and duvet

Surface

  • Grass

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 30 days before check-in date will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excl. Campspace fees). If they cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

Pets allowed: no

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Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
50m2

Bell tent

  • Other

A spacious 5m bell tent set in a peaceful natural setting, offered as a completely private stay with no other guests on site.

Inside you’ll find a comfortable double camp bed, creating a simple and cosy space to rest and unwind beneath canvas.

Guests have exclusive access to the camping facilities throughout their stay, allowing for a quiet, uninterrupted connection with nature and the land.

This is a slow, grounded experience designed for rest, simplicity, and space to fully relax into the rhythm of the valley.

from € 45.00 per night
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Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
19m2

Bell tent

  • Other

    Other

A spacious 5m bell tent set in a peaceful natural setting, offered as a completely private stay with no other guests on site.

Inside you’ll find a comfortable double camp bed, creating a simple and cosy space to rest and unwind beneath canvas.

Guests have exclusive access to the camping facilities throughout their stay, allowing for a quiet, uninterrupted connection with nature and the land.

This is a slow, grounded experience designed for rest, simplicity, and space to fully relax into the rhythm of the valley.

Check-in between: 12:00–17:00

Check-out between: 09:00–12:00

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 10

Child price applies to this age: 16

Guest can book the same day until: 12:00

Number of beds: 1

Size per pitch: 19m2

Surface

  • Grass

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 30 days before check-in date will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excl. Campspace fees). If they cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

Pets allowed: no

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Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
19m2

Tent
Bring your own

  • Tent

Tent Pitch - Choose Your Own Corner of the Valley

At Rainbow Valley, camping is all about finding the spot that feels right for you.

Guests can choose between a flat, grassy terrace close to the campsite facilities, ideal for easy access to the outdoor kitchen, compost toilet and solar shower, or a more secluded wild camping spot beneath the trees, where you can immerse yourself in nature and wake to birdsong.

The grassy terrace offers a relatively flat surface and is suitable for most tent sizes, up to 5m. For those seeking a more tucked-away experience, there are shaded woodland areas where campers are welcome to choose their own peaceful corner of the valley. Ground conditions in the wilder areas are more natural and varied.

With only one booking at a time, you’ll have space, privacy and the freedom to settle into the landscape in a way that feels most comfortable to you.

If you’re unsure where to pitch, Andrea is happy to help you find the perfect spot on arrival.

Access to the site is by four wheel drive or on foot. We can collect you from our local village.

from € 15.00 per night
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Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
50m2

Tent

  • Tent

    With your Tent

Tent Pitch - Choose Your Own Corner of the Valley

At Rainbow Valley, camping is all about finding the spot that feels right for you.

Guests can choose between a flat, grassy terrace close to the campsite facilities, ideal for easy access to the outdoor kitchen, compost toilet and solar shower, or a more secluded wild camping spot beneath the trees, where you can immerse yourself in nature and wake to birdsong.

The grassy terrace offers a relatively flat surface and is suitable for most tent sizes, up to 5m. For those seeking a more tucked-away experience, there are shaded woodland areas where campers are welcome to choose their own peaceful corner of the valley. Ground conditions in the wilder areas are more natural and varied.

With only one booking at a time, you’ll have space, privacy and the freedom to settle into the landscape in a way that feels most comfortable to you.

If you’re unsure where to pitch, Andrea is happy to help you find the perfect spot on arrival.

Access to the site is by four wheel drive or on foot. We can collect you from our local village.

Check-in between: 12:00–17:00

Check-out between: 09:00–12:00

Can guests place their tent/van wherever they wish? yes

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 10

Child price applies to this age: 16

Guest can book the same day until: 12:00

Size per pitch: 50m2

Surface

  • Grass

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 30 days before check-in date will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excl. Campspace fees). If they cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

Pets allowed: no

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Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
50m2

The Artist’s Dome

  • Other

A cosy, handcrafted earth dome for dreamers, creatives and nature lovers

Tucked into the hillside of Rainbow Valley, the Artist’s Dome is a unique and intimate handcrafted earth shelter designed for those who love unusual places to stay.

With its colourful painted walls, mosaic floor and curved dome structure, this cosy space feels part woodland hideaway, part artist’s retreat. Thoughtfully handmade and full of character, it offers a warm and cocooning atmosphere - perfect for slowing down, resting and reconnecting with nature.

The dome is approximately 12.5m² (4m diameter), creating a snug and peaceful experience for solo travellers or couples seeking simplicity and quiet. Without windows, the space has a tucked-away, restful feeling - ideal for deep sleep and switching off from the outside world.

Wake to birdsong, spend time by the river and enjoy evenings beneath the stars in your own private corner of Rainbow Valley.

Guests have access to the outdoor kitchen, compost toilet, solar shower and shared valley spaces.

With only one booking at a time, your stay feels peaceful, private and immersed in nature.

from € 55.00 per night
Photo 1
Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
12m2

The Artist’s Dome

  • Other

    Other

A cosy, handcrafted earth dome for dreamers, creatives and nature lovers

Tucked into the hillside of Rainbow Valley, the Artist’s Dome is a unique and intimate handcrafted earth shelter designed for those who love unusual places to stay.

With its colourful painted walls, mosaic floor and curved dome structure, this cosy space feels part woodland hideaway, part artist’s retreat. Thoughtfully handmade and full of character, it offers a warm and cocooning atmosphere - perfect for slowing down, resting and reconnecting with nature.

The dome is approximately 12.5m² (4m diameter), creating a snug and peaceful experience for solo travellers or couples seeking simplicity and quiet. Without windows, the space has a tucked-away, restful feeling - ideal for deep sleep and switching off from the outside world.

Wake to birdsong, spend time by the river and enjoy evenings beneath the stars in your own private corner of Rainbow Valley.

Guests have access to the outdoor kitchen, compost toilet, solar shower and shared valley spaces.

With only one booking at a time, your stay feels peaceful, private and immersed in nature.

Check-in between: 12:00–17:00

Check-out between: 09:00–12:00

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 0

Child price applies to this age: 14

Guest can book the same day until: 12:00

Number of beds: 1

Size per pitch: 12m2

Surface

  • Grass

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 30 days before check-in date will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excl. Campspace fees). If they cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

Pets allowed: no

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Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
12m2

Vans
Bring your own

  • Van

Campervan Pitch - Sunset Views or Valley Access

Campervan guests have a choice of two beautiful locations, depending on the type of experience they are looking for and their confidence driving rural tracks.

Option 1 - Sunset View Park-Up
For easier access, campervans can park at the top of the valley in a peaceful spot with beautiful sunset views across the landscape. This option is ideal for guests who prefer simpler access or larger vehicles. From here, the campsite facilities and riverside valley are around a 10-minute walk downhill, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds - easy access and quiet nature.

Option 2 - Into the Valley
For more confident drivers, it is possible to drive down into Rainbow Valley and park on a flat area near Andrea’s house, just a 2-minute walk from the campsite facilities.

The valley track is a rustic dirt road and can be uneven and bumpy in places. It has been successfully driven by Transit-sized vans and similar campervans, though guests should feel confident driving on rural tracks. A 4WD is helpful but not essential.

If preferred, Andrea is happy to meet guests at the edge of the village so you can follow her to the most suitable park-up for your vehicle.

With only one booking at a time, you’ll always have space, peace and privacy during your stay.

from € 15.00 per night
Photo 1
Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
50m2

Vans

  • Van

    With your Van

Campervan Pitch - Sunset Views or Valley Access

Campervan guests have a choice of two beautiful locations, depending on the type of experience they are looking for and their confidence driving rural tracks.

Option 1 - Sunset View Park-Up
For easier access, campervans can park at the top of the valley in a peaceful spot with beautiful sunset views across the landscape. This option is ideal for guests who prefer simpler access or larger vehicles. From here, the campsite facilities and riverside valley are around a 10-minute walk downhill, allowing you to enjoy the best of both worlds - easy access and quiet nature.

Option 2 - Into the Valley
For more confident drivers, it is possible to drive down into Rainbow Valley and park on a flat area near Andrea’s house, just a 2-minute walk from the campsite facilities.

The valley track is a rustic dirt road and can be uneven and bumpy in places. It has been successfully driven by Transit-sized vans and similar campervans, though guests should feel confident driving on rural tracks. A 4WD is helpful but not essential.

If preferred, Andrea is happy to meet guests at the edge of the village so you can follow her to the most suitable park-up for your vehicle.

With only one booking at a time, you’ll always have space, peace and privacy during your stay.

Check-in between: 12:00–17:00

Check-out between: 09:00–12:00

Can guests place their tent/van wherever they wish? yes

Min. number of nights: 1

Child price applies from this age: 10

Child price applies to this age: 15

Guest can book the same day until: 12:00

Size per pitch: 50m2

Surface

  • Grass

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 30 days before check-in date will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excl. Campspace fees). If they cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

Pets allowed: no

Photo 1
Max. people
2 persons
Pitches
1 pitch
50m2

Your host, Andrea

Acceptance rate: 67%

Response time: slowly

Andrea speaks

  • English

Tips

  • The Seia River Walkways (Passadiços do Rio Seia, PR16-SEI) offer a beautiful, serene hike through riverside vegetation, tranquil weirs, and small bridges.

  • Rainbow Valley is peacefully remote, so we recommend picking up groceries and supplies in Seia before arriving, allowing you to fully relax and settle into valley life.

  • Enjoy a scenic walk through the valley to the nearby villages of Sameice or Vila Verde, where you’ll find welcoming local cafés to stop for coffee, a drink or a simple Portuguese meal.

  • If you feel like eating out, Seia is home to two wonderful restaurants that I happily recommend - Espaço Ego and Borges.

Surroundings

At this location

  • Lake

  • River or stream

  • Horses or ponies

What you can find in the area

  • Lake

  • River or stream

  • Mountains

Ways to spend the day
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    Hiking

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    Horseback riding

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    Swimming

At this location

  • Lake

  • River or stream

  • Horses or ponies

  • Vegetable farm

  • Forest

  • Hills

  • Vegetable garden

  • Waterfall

What you can find in the area

  • Lake

  • River or stream

  • Mountains

  • Urban area

  • Forest

  • Hills

  • Waterfall

Ways to spend the day

  • Hiking

  • Horseback riding

  • Swimming

  • Sightseeing

  • Canoeing or kayaking

  • Climbing

  • Fishing

  • Mountaineering

  • Rafting

Sustainability

  • Waste separation

  • Self-grown food

  • Food products from locals

  • Solar panels

  • Green power

  • Solar water heater

  • Organic cleaning products

  • Water-saving measures

Additional info

Cancellation Policy

Guests who cancel at least 30 days before check-in date will receive a refund of the amount paid by them (excl. Campspace fees). If they cancel between 14 and 30 days before check-in, they will receive a 50% refund. Otherwise they will not be refunded. If the host does not accept the reservation, guests will receive a full refund.

Rules

Pets allowed: no

Checking in and out

Check-in between: 12:00–17:00
Check-out between: 09:00–12:00

Closing periods

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