Charming 1BR/1BA Cottage in Montemor-o-Novo, Perfect for 2

1 bedroomSleeps 2100 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Outdoor space

Check out the area

Escoural, Evora District

Escoural Cave4 min drive
Évora Cathedral29 min drive
Cromeleque dos Almendres29 min drive
Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado)88 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

About this property

"Casa da Malta" - Country Cottage - Neighbourhood of Évora (30 km)

"Casa da Malta" is a local designation, to a building apart from the main one, where temporary workers were lodged (the ones named “malteses”).
Therefore, we named "casa da malta" this house, rebuilt in 2003 from old ruins, close to the owners house but completely independent.
Private home, tipicaly of the Alentejo region – ground floor, long rectangle, door and windows exposed to east. Inserted in a 23,500 sqm property, located in a rural environment, at the arrival at Escoural village (department of Montemor-o-Novo), on the southern slope of the Monfurado Hills. Gives the kind of confort which is supposed to find in a traditional rural house with thick old whitewhashed walls and small windows (protection against external lower and higher temperatures), where you can look the stars, footwalking, buy warm bread,...
Obs: A cradle is available, and a sofa bed allows, in exceptional cases, lodging two extra people.

Property manager

Maria Emília / Fernando RIBEIRO

Languages

English, French, Portuguese

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Fireplace

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Haustiere nicht erwünscht

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 29260/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Montemor-o-Novo

Located in Montemor-o-Novo, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Escoural Cave and Vale do Corvo, while Évora Museum and Museu do Relogio - Polo de Evora are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.

Escoural, Evora District

What's nearby

Escoural Cave - 4 min drive
University of Évora - 28 min drive
Évora Cathedral - 29 min drive
Praca do Giraldo - 29 min drive
Cromeleque dos Almendres - 29 min drive

Getting around

Évora Station - 51 min drive

Restaurants

Rabino's - 4 min walk
O Leilão - 10 min drive
Santa Loucura - 15 min drive
Pintada - 15 min drive
Restaurante Barraca de Pau - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Casa da Malta" - Country Cottage - Neighbourhood of Évora (30 km) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Casa da Malta" - Country Cottage - Neighbourhood of Évora (30 km)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Casa da Malta" - Country Cottage - Neighbourhood of Évora (30 km)?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Casa da Malta" - Country Cottage - Neighbourhood of Évora (30 km) located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Escoural Cave and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Dolmen Chapel of Sao Brissos. Montemor-o-Novo Castle and Anta Grande do Zambujeiro are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

25 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

The property is a beautiful traditional style cottage next to the owner’s property & surrounded by gardens & fields. There are plenty of private nooks to find to sit in to either enjoy the sun or to find some shade. The house itself is perfect, very comfortable with everything you need. Maria & Fernando were excellent hosts & provided a much appreciated welcome selection of bread, milk, cheese, fruit & wine for our first evening. Maria spoiled us with treats of pastries turning up on the doorstep whenever they were there. The cottage is on the edge of the village which is delightful & there are several decent supermarkets in the nearby town of Montemor. The location is perfect for visits to Evora & the pretty towns around & about all with their own castles. The castle at Montemor is one of the best although the guide books seem to dismiss the town. I can’t fault our stay, absolutely fantastic.

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C., Plymouth

10 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural paradise.

We spent five wonderful nights and days, at this exceptionally hosted and well appointed holiday home. The most outstanding feature is the owners, who have over the years built a perfect rural retreat from almost nothing. Their generous nature and genuine care for their guests, shines in everything they do. Communication was excellent, by phone and in person, before and during our stay. Both Maria Emiliana and Fernando spoke English, much better than our Portuguese! We were welcomed by Fernando, who give us a fully comprehensive, personalised guide to the property. As others have said they set the highest standards of hosting both by their attention to the needs of their guests and the quality of the fixtures and fittings in the house. The bed and the bed linens were so luxurious that sleeping was a delight! The property sits on the edge of a small village but which, nonetheless, offers some shops and bars and restaurants. However, a larger town, Montemor, is just a short drive away where you’ll find two supermarkets that sell fresh foods and great wine selections too. If you’re looking for a calm and relaxing rural setting look no further. We recommend that you book this holiday home without any hesitation you won’t be disappointed.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

20 Oct 2017

Great place with fantastic hosts

My wife and I spent six days in Escoural and had a fantastic time. Our hosts were exception - they gave us great tips on what to see and where to go as well as giving us an abundance of food products. The scenery around the area gives you a real insight into life in Portugal

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

28 Mar 2017

A peaceful house in a quiet village

We had a very pleasant stay in Escoural. The hosts, Maria Emilia and Fernando, were very welcoming and brought us breakfast treats on a couple of occasions. The village itself is quite low-key but there are a number of interesting sites and places within easy reach. A highlight was a guided visit to the local caves, where you can see images made by people thousands of years ago.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Karla R.

31 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great quiet getaway

The property was exactly as described with many homey touches, including tasty treats left outside our door in the morning. It is a great area to explore with day trips and has good local restaurants. Thanks for a lovely stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Maria Emília / Fernando RIBEIRO

Couple (ex-civil servant of the Environment General Directorate + consultant hydraulics ing.), living along the year at Cascais (Lisbon region), in principle we will be there for your arrival and leaving.

Why they chose this property

Rural atmosphere, although on the edge of the village.

What makes this property unique

At the entry of the village and beside a road, we are not isolated and we go walking to take a coffee or so. However, the configuration of the buildings ("your" house and a small backyard protected from glances from outside) creates a little private street out of the traffic noise.
Certificate "Quality" (AHRESP - Associação da Hotelaria, Restauração e Similares de Portugal) awarded in March 2018.