Unforgettable getaways in Central Portugal

Welcome to O Sapo Sonolento

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We are Marco and Linda Belonje, and after exploring several countries around the globe, we fell in love with Portugal and decided to make it our home. We were fortunate to discover a beautifully renovated farmhouse complete with a tranquil pond. Every morning, we were greeted by a charming little frog lounging by the water’s edge, inspiring us to name our retreat O Sapo Sonolento, which means "The Sleepy Frog."

Shortly after, we opened O Sapo Sonolento as a vacation rental. While our guests enjoyed our peaceful oasis, we ventured around Portugal in our camper van, soaking in the beauty of the country. During our travels, we also renovated a historic house in Tomar, which we named O Templário Sonolento (The Sleepy Templar). This charming getaway has quickly become a favourite among visitors to this picturesque templar town.

Currently, we've made O Sapo Sonolento our permanent residence and are excited to announce that we are working on a new property, set to open in the summer of 2025. We can't wait to welcome you to our homes in the heart of beautiful central Portugal!