Luxury Restored Traditional Farm Cottage with Pool
Beautiful Location, 5 mins Walk to Town, 45 mins to Algarve
2 and 3 Bedroom Cottages
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'Monte da Quinta the ultimate experience, epitomises life as it should be' We aim to provide a very high standard of country living and comfort with traditional architecture and modern facilities. Monte da Quinta sets a high standard and has been approved and officially licensed by the Ministry of Tourism of Portugal. We provide accommodation for up to 10 guests in two large, beautifully restored, self contained cottages set within 13 acres. The grounds have mature Olive and Orange groves offering stunning views. Castro Verde town centre is a 5 minute walk, it offers has a choice of restaurants, bars and cafes. Monte Da Quinta sits within the beautiful plains of the Alentejo region in Southern Portugal and is 45 minutes from the Algarve and West Coast. Within the comfort of your cottage our holistic practitioners and healers are able to offer you a range of unique complementary therapies. A perfect place to relax and enjoy the traditional regional cuisine, robust local wines and creamy
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| Rental periods | Casa Oliveira 2 Bedrooms per week |
Casa Laranjeira 3 Bedrooms per week |
Casa Laranjeira 2 Bedrooms per week |
| April / May | 550 euros | 750 euros | 550 euros |
| 1 June - 30 September | 750 euros | 950 euros | 750 euros |
| October | 550 euros | 750 euros | 550 euros |
| 1 November - 31 March | 520 euros | 720 euros | 520 euros |
| 3 Nights (1 November - 31 March) | 300 euros | 400 euros | 300 euros |
Notes on prices
We accept payment in Euros and UK Pounds.
Exchange rate calculated at point of reservation.
Rate Includes:Complimentary Guest Hamper, Initial Sundries,
Weekly Housekeeping, 100% Cotton Linen, Towels & Pool Towels, Replacement Towels Mid-week, Under Floor Heating (Winter), Cooling Fans (Summer), Water & Electric.
Changeover day
Changeover days ~ Saturday from 1st June until 30th September.
Your cottage will be made available to you on your day of arrival at 4pm and must be vacated on your departure day by 10am.
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Casa Oliveira (2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4)
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The cottage is furnished to a high standard. It has a large comfortable lounge and dining area complete with a TV/video, DVD and CD player. A well equipped kitchen with granite worktops a hob, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle an iron and an ironing board. Both bedrooms (1 double, 1 twin) have en-suite facilities, walk-in shower or bath, wc, hand basin and bidet. Both bedrooms have double doors onto their own private terrace. Large doors open from the lounge onto a private covered dining terrace. For extra comfort this cottage has under floor heating for the winter months and cooling fans for the summer months. The cottage is finished with white washed walls and beautiful brick arches. It has traditional terracotta floors throughout with wooden shuttered windows, vaulted beamed ceilings and an open fireplace. This cottage is built on solid rock and therefore the room levels do vary with one step between some rooms. Landscaped grounds, covered terrace, BBQ area and large pool. |
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Notes on accommodation
Our beautifully stone built cottages are cool in the summer months and warm in the winter months.
We have a solar powered hot water system and a natural salt water swimming pool.
We provide you with a Guest Hamper compliments of Monte da Quinta. Which includes: milk, tea, coffee, water, juice, local fresh bread and biscuits, regional cheese & wine, butter, pate and our free range eggs.
We have a cot with linen, two travel cots and a baby chair. We are happy to provide these items at no extra cost.
A communal Laundry room with several washing machines and a tumble dryer. We do ask a small charge of 5 Euros, this does however include your washing detergents.
We sell postcards, stamps and small souvenirs as well as honey, preserves, fresh free range eggs and various seasonal produce.
Outside
Each cottage has a private covered dining terrace and garden with a brick built BBQ. Our guests are amazed at the unspoilt views over the Alentejo plains from the terraces at Monte da Quinta.
The swimming pool is uniquely designed & measures 11.5m x 5m, a level 1.5 meters deep, situated within the landscaped areas immediately to the front of the cottages. An elevated position providing a fantastic vantage point for the stunning southerly views. The pool uses a balance of natural salt rather than or chemical chlorines, the water contains approximately 10 percent the salt level of sea water. A 4 mtr circular children’s shallow play pool is incorporated in the main pool.
The main pool terrace has special non slip pavers surround the pool area. Ample loungers, sun shades and seating are provided. The lower terrace is slightly more secluded but still maintains an elevated position and views over the countryside.
We have a Boules pitch set within the landscaped grounds.
Coast/Beach
40 minutes drive south lies the popular and beautiful beaches and towns of the southern coastal region known as the Algarve. 60 minutes drive west lies the stunningly, unspoilt beaches, estuaries and towns along the Atlantic coastline.
Golf
Algarve 21 courses; closest within a 40 minute drive.
Costa Lisboa 11 courses; closest within a 40 minute drive.
Special interest holidays
Outdoor activities organised by Monte da Quinta
* sunset quad biking
* hot air ballooning
* archery
* helicopter trips
* river cruises
* off roading
* paintball
* horse riding.
Looking for Harmony & Tranquility then maybe you could try one of our Holistic Therapy Treatments during your stay. Within the comfort of your cottage our chosen practitioners can offer:
* Kinesiology Energy Therapy
* Reiki Helaing & Massage
* Bach flower remedies
If you prefer to take things easy, why not try your hand
at Ceramic Tile or Landscape Painting.
The region is a uniquely fascinating and beautiful place with much to offer archaeologists, ornithologists, artists, cyclists, fisherman and golfers.
Travel
Faro or Lisbon Airport. A toll road from Faro to Lisbon provides an alternative choice of route to Castro Verde. Both routes offer spectacular scenery through the Algarve and the Alentejo regions. 50 minutes on the new motorway the A2 from Faro Airport. 1.5 hours on the A2 motorway from Lisbon Airport. Car hire is essential.
Distances
A 5 minute walk into Castro Verde town centre. A 2 minute drive to three large supermarkets. To the north are the towns of Beja, the capital of the Alentejo province (30minutes), Evora (2 hours), Mertola (45 minutes)and the captial Lisbon (1.5 hours); all beautiful towns and steeped in history. The Algarve is less than 1 hour. An easy trip to visit the towns of Faro, Lagos, Portimao, Loule, Albufeira, and Tavira.
Further details
Within walking distance the extremely well equipped town has several restaurants and coffee shops, a choice of three large supermarkets with excellent fresh fish, meat and deli counters, a health centre with A&E and 24hr pharmacy and a large open air market on the 1st Wednesday of every month. The town has boutiques, hardware and household shops. There is a post office, several banks with cash points, an internet cafe, a night club, public swimming pools and tennis courts, a spa offering various therapies and treatments, a coach station, cinema, several churches a cultural centre and museum. There are also several petrol stations within Castro Verde.
Rest assured - Our holiday cottages were restored to strict guidelines which include: mains drainage, mains electric, solar water heaters, no gas appliances, our pool water is regularly tested. As a registered business we are licensed operators for tourism and insured for public liability. We are regularly inspected for health and safety. We are on site to assist, manage and maintain the standards at Monte da Quinta. We ask you to be aware of illegal unlicensed holiday properties offering low rates.
Booking notes
Payment in Sterling or Euros. We require your 40% non-refundable deposit when making your reservation. Reservations are not guaranteed until we are in receipt of your deposit. The balance must be received 6 weeks prior to your arrival. All bookings made within 4 weeks of arrival must be paid in full. If you need to change your reservation we will try to accommodate, however if this is not possible we are unable to refund your deposit. Minimum Age - 21 years of age unless accompanied by an adult.
Guest comments
Nicely decorated cottage with enough space and perfect shower (!), beautiful views and surroundings, swimmingpool, animals for the kids, village on walking distance etc. We've appreciated your warm welcome and relaxed and helpful presence during our stay.
Akiko & Tim Hong Kong 2008 Way exceeded our high expectations, just loved it!. Wished we had stayed longer. A long way from Hong Kong but would love to come back.
Jean & Guy Ruislip 2008 Peace and quiet but within easy reach of some great places. Hannah and Sam had a chance of a lifetime swimming with Dolphins at Zoomarine
David & Shelley Canada 2007 This is the Portugal we wanted to see.
Romino & Taschi Israel 2007 Every detail is very well planned, now your Middle East ambassadors.
Famille Lefere-Dewerpe Belgique 2008 A big thank you for a marvelous week. We appreciate the decor of the house and all the little details. "The views are Magnifique". We will be back for sure.
Rachel & Marc Yveslines 2008A True Oasis here - a cent
For booking and further information
Property Ref P2361
Michaela Tulip-Mills
Tel: (Portugal) + 351 286 322001
Mobile: (Portugal) + 351 964867272
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