THE BLANCO BUNGALOW

A SEASIDE RANCH IN THE WORLD SURFING RESERVE OF PORTUGAL

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THE RANCH

  • Saltwater pool at Blanco Bungalow seaside ranch, Ericeira Portugal

    Saltwater Pool

    sun terrace and loungers

  • Outdoor spa with wood-fired sauna and cold plunge at Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira

    Outdoor Spa

    wood-fired sauna, cedar cold plunge and soaking tub

  • Poolhouse with fireplace, pool table, poker table, and long dinner table at Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira

    The Poolhouse

    fireplace, lounge and a long table for 14

  • Horses in the field at Blanco Bungalow ranch, Ericeira Portugal

    The Horses

    in the field, beach rides on request

  • Gardens, orchard and outdoor kitchen at Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira

    Gardens & Orchard

    lush gardens, orchards with fruit trees, olive trees, pear trees and more.

  • Atlantic ocean and cliff trails below Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira Portugal

    Steps to The Ocean

    enjoy a glass of wine at sunset in our oceanside nature preserve.

Beautiful floral and cacti entrance at The Blanco Bungalow Ericeira
Ocotillo Spa at The Blanco Bungalow Ericeira with Wood Fired Sauna & Ice Bath
White horse in the courtyard at The Blanco Bungalow ranch, Ericeira
Deck chairs by the saltwater pool at The Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira
Outdoor wood fired sauna and ice bath at The Blanco Bungalow Ericeira
Entrance at The Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Portugal, a stunning farmstay with horses, shetland ponies, peacocks, chickens and more
Scout, rafeiro alentejano dog at Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Portugal
Sunset fishing boats at the Port of Assenta, Portugal
Green doors framed by cacti at The Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira
Sunny terracotta courtyard at The Blanco Bungalow ranch, Ericeira
Sunset at The Blanco Bungalow Ericeira

15 minutes north of Ericeira
40 minutes from Lisbon airport Portugal's World Surfing Reserve

Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Casa Corazón Farm Kitchen
Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Casa Corazón Farm Primary Bathroom
Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Portugal Casa Corazón Kitchen
Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Portugal Casa Corazón Living Room
Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Portugal Casa Corazón Living Room
Primary Bedroom Casa Corazón at Blanco Bungalow Ericeira
Rustic Bathroom with stone niche and organic shower products at The Blanco Bungalow Ericeira
Stone Sink in the Casa Corazón bathroom at Blanco Bungalow Ericeira Portugal
Casa Palo Verde at Blanco Bungalow Living Room
Arched living room in Casa Palo Verde at The Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira
Bedroom with macramé wall hanging in Casa Palo Verde, The Blanco Bungalow
Bedroom with cactus print and woven blanket in Casa Palo Verde, The Blanco Bungalow
Bedroom with macramé and linen bedding in Casa Palo Verde, The Blanco Bungalow
Twin beds with patterned blankets in Le Surf Shack, The Blanco Bungalow
Le Surf Shack studio casita interior at The Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira
Twin beds with black and white blankets in Le Surf Shack, The Blanco Bungalow
Bedroom with macramé wall hanging in the Cowboy Casita, The Blanco Bungalow
Cowboy Casita bedroom seen through glass doors, The Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira
Daybed with woven throw in the Cowboy Casita, The Blanco Bungalow

OUR CASAS + CASITAS

  • Casa Corazón kitchen with stone hood and handmade tiles, Blanco Bungalow ranch, Ericeira Portugal

    Casa Corazón

    3 BEDroom, 2.5 BATH

    SLEEPS SIX

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  • Living room with a fireplace, white walls, built-in white shelves with books and decorative objects, a beige sofa with a pillow, a wooden coffee table with a plant, and an ottoman near the fireplace.

    Casa Palo Verde

    2 BEDROOM, 1 BATH

    SLEEPS FOUR

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  • A cozy bedroom featuring a white bed with a beige and black geometric patterned quilt, a wooden nightstand with a potted plant, and an open closet with shelves and a hanging rod. A hanging light fixture is above the bed, and a decorative beige macrame wall hanging is on the wall.

    Cowboy Casita

    1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

    Sleeps two

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  • A bedroom with two twin beds with black and white patterned bedspreads, white pillows, and a small wooden nightstand with a potted cactus between the beds. A framed beach photograph hangs on the white wall above the beds. There is a potted plant on a wooden table in the foreground and a book titled 'Surf Tribe' on the table. The room has a white rug on terracotta tile flooring and a hanging ceiling light.

    Le Surf Shack

    Studio, 1 Bath

    Sleeps two

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Long golden-hour dinner table set outdoors at The Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira

GROUP GETAWAY

want to plan a week away with friends or family? let this be the place.

our seaside ranch just outside of ericeira sleeps up to 14 guests across four houses, with a saltwater pool, outdoor spa, horses and gardens.

we can also curate experiences for you such as natural wine tastings, private farm-to-table dinners, horseback riding, surfing & mountain biking.

available only through direct bookings

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Up to 14 guests · 5-night minimum · Now booking 2027

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RETREAT AMENITIES

  • Sleeps 14

    Four houses, one private ranch

  • Outdoor spa

    Sauna, soaking tub & ice bath

  • 40 min from Lisbon

    Airport to ranch, by the sea

  • Curated experiences

    Wine, horses, surf & more

  • "Our stay with Blanco Bungalow was spectacular. We stayed for 9 days and were bit afraid of committing for that long of a time but we really felt right at home the moment we arrived. Couldn’t recommend it more."

    Anny Arnardóttir & Heigar Logi - Reykjavík, Iceland

  • A truly beautiful and relaxing place to stay ! A warm and friendly greeting when we rocked up and a great tour of the amazing setup :) would absolutely stay again and recommend. Strader and the family made us feel at home from the off and we went on some stunning walks / runs in the surrounding area ! Thanks

    Joe Almond - Guilford, United Kingdom

  • "We had such a beautiful stay! Laura and her family are so friendly and hospitable. It’s a really relaxing place, not too far from town but very quiet. The space is really well designed. I stayed with my mum and sister and we would definitely love to come back!"

    Iona Reid - England, united kingdom

  • "Would highly recommend we really enjoyed our stay at casa corazon- there were so many homely and thoughtful details from the stacks of beautiful books, to the linen sheets, the glass water dispenser and the welcome pack on arrival. laura and strader couldn't do enough for us and we felt like friends staying in their home- our children also loved hanging out with coyote. i wish this beautiful family so much joy and success for the future and wouldn´t hesitate to recommend blanco bungalows as the perfect base from which to explore this beautiful part of portugal."

    Gemma Bowman - Ibiza, Spain

  • "Our family was so fortunate to have found this "home away from home". This property (with several different possibilities of rentals) is a TRUE GEM !! That the owners were the real deal and have done an amazing job in creating a serene and beautiful place to vacation. The doors open to a truly magical little slice of heaven. The hosts are welcoming and helpful, providing you the space & privacy you may want but also the camaraderie and genuineness to let them join you for a family style BBQ in a wonderful area next to the pool should you choose. Communication, great recommendations & cleanliness A+. I would love to go back and take over the whole area! Don't hesitate! BOOK IT!"

    Anna Krista - Montreal, Canada

  • "Laura is a great host. The location is exactly as described in the profile. The location brings peace and relax into your time off."

    MICHEL Bibel - Poznan, Poland

  • "blanco bungalow has absolutely everything you want and need on your holiday. the location is perfect; only a short stroll from the most beautiful beaches and a quick drive to ericeira and peniche. the place itself has been completely renovated and feels fresh and new. i loved that they honoured the farmhouse soul and heritage whilst prioritising comfort. the property is quite big, it has a huge pool and the adega is the best place to chill, grill, read a book or play a game. the views are insane and last but definitely not least, laura & strader are the best hosts; super sweet & helpful and always up for a chat & giggle. you guys are living the dream and we're so grateful to have been a little part of that during our stay. we'll be back, especially now you're getting ponies :-) :-) !!!"

    Carolein Moes - NETHERLANDS

  • "Already Planning my Next Stay Thank you laura & strader so much for your hospitality! best week ever, can't wait to come back for another incredible week of surf. already planning my next stay. Your place is magic."

    Troy Kurtz - MIAMI, FLORIDA

  • "Surfers Paradise My mate and i stayed in the baja casita on our last surf trip. best spot ever, we ended up staying for two weeks because it was so nice. it's in the best location where we could easily head out for the day to surf peniche, coxos, ericeira and nazare, and be back for dinner. we also drove into lisbon a few times, super quick and nice to pop in and out and end the day with the sunset at the beach. strader and laura were lovely hosts. i'd stay there for a month next time!"

    jake Neil - byron bay, Australia

  • We have really enjoyed our stay as a couple at this beautiful Bungalow and felt right at home from the start. Strader's were very friendly, hospitable, and proactive in communication. The place itself is set in beautiful surroundings and the peaceful nature of Assenta. It is truly set apart by the great design and aesthetic of the space, very stylish rooms, and decor in combination with all the necessities that one needs in a place. In addition to the apartment, we have enjoyed the use of a common area with a swimming pool, lots of outside space, a common kitchen, and a common area with a variety of games, books, and a fireplace. We have truly felt at home and enjoyed this beautiful casita and looking forward to coming back for another stay :)

    Lyubov Zhulavska - Salou, Spain

  • My friend and I enjoyed staying at the Farm so so much. It's grande, the rooms are spacious, the surroundings are very quiet and the rooms have a lovely boho finish. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen and rooms were well equipped. The ponies were so cute. Definitely recommend staying with Laura and Strader - they made us feel so welcomed!

    Ewa Golan - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

we curate your holiday

experiences

  • Long lunch table set for a natural wine tasting at a biodynamic winery near Ericeira

    Natural Wine

    Private tastings with the biodynamic and natural winemakers down the road.

  • Wood-fired barrel sauna in the outdoor spa at Blanco Bungalow, Ericeira

    Wellness

    Wood-fired sauna, cold plunge, yoga and sound healing, right here on the ranch.

  • Surfing a wave in Portugal's World Surfing Reserve near Ericeira

    Surf

    Lessons, board rentals and a local guide to the best breaks in the World Surfing Reserve.

  • Group horseback ride on the beach near Peniche, Portugal

    On Horseback

    Beach rides along the Atlantic coast, for first-timers and confident riders.

  • Mountain biking the cliff trails from Mafra to the sea near Ericeira

    Ride the Coast

    Cliff-top and Sintra mountain biking, plus skate and surf-skate lessons.

  • Farm-to-table dinner with grilled fish and fresh salads at Blanco Bungalow

    Your Table

    Private chef dinners at the ranch, long lunches, and our favourite local spots.

Plan my holiday

We're Laura & Strader

Three people, two adults and one child, interacting with small horses or ponies outdoors in a fenced area, with green bushes in the background.

In 2022 we left Los Angeles with a simple dream: a little farm by the sea where we could surf, raise our son, keep horses and learn to farm. We found it in January 2024, and we've been restoring it piece by piece ever since. We'd love to welcome you to our farm and our life on the coast of Portugal.

Laura, Strader & Coyote

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