Fernanda and her 'Casa da Fernanda'

[gerardcarey]

My Camino in Portugal approaches and I'm beginning to think that the biggest kindness I can do Fernanda is to give her a break by staying somewhere else.
I fear a repeat of the 'Granon Grab' where the place appears to be somewhat regularly overwhelmed by the under-funded in rabid search of the over-generous.
I fear for her disappointment.
Maybe I'll just pop in and say hello.
Regards
Gerard

 

[Tincatinker]

Gerard, perhaps you might comfort yourself with the thought that your generous, or even merely equitable, donativo would help to provide some balance.

 

[KinkyOne]

My Camino in Portugal approaches and I'm beginning to think that the biggest kindness I can do Fernanda is to give her a break by staying somewhere else.
I fear a repeat of 'Granon Grab' where the place appears to be somewhat regularly overwhelmed by the under-funded in rabid search of the over-generous.
I fear for her disappointment.
Maybe I'll just pop in and say hello.
Regards
Gerard

Hey, Gerard, just call her.
Or maybe consult @Albertinho . He'll know for sure whether you'll be a nuisance (hardly according to your stories ) or not...

Anyway, Bom Caminho!

 

[VNwalking]

@Tincatinker took the words out of my mouth.
Gerard, if you take up a bed and then offer generously, not only do you balance things out for Fernanda, but at the same time you could teach a few people a lesson about the importance (and joy) of giving.
Think about it...

 

[Deleted member 36903]

Gerard, I think you are just the sort of person who would enjoy joining the singing of several verses of 'Yellow Submarine' led by a Portuguese optician wearing a large Russian hat and banging an African drum. It is a joyful place and you sound like you are a joyful person. Book your bed and Bom Caminho!

 

[KinkyOne]

Gerard, I think you are just the sort of person who would enjoy joining the singing of several verses of 'Yellow Submarine' led by a Portuguese optician wearing a large Russian hat and banging an African drum. It is a joyful place and you sound like you are a joyful person. Book your bed and Bom Caminho!

That's one of the most funny posts I've read in months
And it is surely spot on although I wasn't at Casa Fernanda YET!!!

 

[Kiwi-family]

Please stay with the equally hospitable (plus quirky and provocative to boot) host at Quinta Estrada Romana. I'd love to read a story after a night spent there. The group we were walking with came away with a secret signal and fabulous memories.
He asks 20E for bed, dinner, breakfast and washing.

 

[Paddy Brock]

My Camino in Portugal approaches and I'm beginning to think that the biggest kindness I can do Fernanda is to give her a break by staying somewhere else.
I fear a repeat of 'Granon Grab' where the place appears to be somewhat regularly overwhelmed by the under-funded in rabid search of the over-generous.
I fear for her disappointment.
Maybe I'll just pop in and say hello.
Regards
Gerard

If you have not been before i recommend you stay, your generosity should reflect the hospitality you will be shown. Wonderful experience , i hope to return some year

 

[Addicted]

Four of us stayed here in nov of 2015. It was a spectacular experience. I feel she does what she does for the true pleasures of meeting people. You will be disjointed if you miss this stop.
Just my thoughts
Buen Camino

 

[gerardcarey]

Thanks to all for your comments.
You've convinced me that staying is a good idea.
I guess the limited amount of pilgrims she can accommodate offers some protection.
Now I'm looking forward to it again!
Regards
Gerard

 

[KentuckyJay]

Gerard, perhaps you might comfort yourself with the thought that your generous, or even merely equitable, donativo would help to provide some balance.

I left about 25€ for that reason plus for the ambiance and service. I hope those that can afford to pay do so.

 

[Stephen]

I'm in Mealhada at the moment. Where's this accommodation? Have I passed it already?

 

[jsalt]

I'm in Mealhada at the moment. Where's this accommodation? Have I passed it already?

You are about a week away . . . it's between Barcelos and Ponte de Lima, on the Central Route. You will miss it if you are on the Coastal Route

 

[IngridF]

That's one of the most funny posts I've read in months
And it is surely spot on although I wasn't at Casa Fernanda YET!!!

But it is soooo very true.... they are both gems, but he makes you laugh so hard ... it is such a joyful place, don't miss out.

 

[KinkyOne]

But it is soooo very true.... they are both gems, but he makes you laugh so hard ... it is such a joyful place, don't miss out.

I know, Ingrid because Dušan (a Slovenian friend living in Madrid) described it in a similar way after his visit last autumn
And now I kind of saw the video in my mind again, hahaha. I will surely stop there when (oh, when???) walking the Portugues. Or even walk few kilometers backwards from Ponte de Lima in case walking Camino Torres will come first.