6Casa do Penedo, Portugal
Nestled between four massive boulders in the Fafe Mountains of northern Portugal, Casa do Penedo (literally “House of the Rock”) is a stone house that looks as though it was plucked from a fairy tale. Built in the 1970s as a vacation retreat, the house is constructed entirely from local stone and blends seamlessly into its rocky surroundings. While it has become a tourist attraction, the house’s remote location—accessible only by a dirt road—gives it an air of isolation and tranquility.
There’s no electricity or modern amenities inside Casa do Penedo, reinforcing its back-to-nature charm. The interior is simple, with wooden furnishings and a stone fireplace. From the house, visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding hills, making it a perfect escape for those seeking a peaceful retreat far from the noise of civilization.
