Monte da Quinta
Luxury Alentejo Country Cottages in Southern Portugal

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Gill & Jeff
Exeter 2009
We came with high expectations and all were exceeded. This place is magical. "Obrigado"

Val & Doug

Illinois USA
2009
Our stay was wonderful. Thank you for your hospitality ~ we wish you all the best and a successful future.

Nicole & Paul
Netherlands
2008
After a 2500km drive a wonderful place to rest. Great views of Alentejo and a fantastic cottage.

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



L
éonie Lefere (8 Ans)
Belgique
2008
Jái beaucoup apprécié notre maison. Le hamac était très original. La piscine était très agréable et nous avons bien dormi.
Je me suis bien amusée!!! Kiss Y

Andrew & Anika
 Fife Scotland
2007
Exceeded our expectations in every sense. Wonderful accommodation, and a pristine pool.

Julian & Sally
Norfolk
2008
Faultless facilities, don't miss the stars - wonderful clear skies.

Maria & Paul
Spain 2008
In our many years of self-catering holidays Monte da Quinta offers the very best.

Julie & Richard,
High Wycombe
2006 100%, top notch.

Kathryn & Luis Manchester 2006 Absolutely fantastic, much more than
we expected.
 Returned in 2007 & 2008, booked for 2009

Brian & Gillian,
N. Ireland
2006
The ultimate experience epitomises life
as it should be.


Pernille & Michael, Fleet 2006
Fabulous retreat, finished to a very high standard, hospitality & generosity admirable, returned 2007 & 2008.

David & Barbara, Canada 2006
Worth crossing the Atlantic, wonderful place, great access to the coast.

Dominique & Corinna West Indies 2007
Monte da Quinta is an OASIS of tranquility.

Mark & Joanne
Surrey
2007
Thoroughly enjoyed our 2wks. Attention to detail in the cottage
 is outstanding. Incredibly clean and highly maintained. Salt pool and no chlorine is fabulous for the children. Returned 2008

Helen & Joseph
France
2008
Being approved by the Tourism Board gave us reassurance. Simply a very special place.

Bill & Pauline
Kent
2008
2 years since our 1st visit and I'm pleased to say that only thing that has changed is the size of the plants. Our objective - relax and spend quality
time with the family - achieved both,
 a wonderful holiday.






 

Monte da Quinta provides a very high standard of country living & comfort with traditional architecture & modern facilities. Due to our high standards & attention to detail,
we are approved & officially licensed by the  Ministry of Tourism in Portugal. Classification "Casa de Campo"

We offer self catering holiday accommodation for a maximum
of 10 guests. Consisting of two large, delightfully restored,
self contained, adjoining cottages with a large pool.
Monte da Quinta is set in 4.5 hectares of beautiful Alentejo countryside, yet is a 5 minute walk into the town of Castro Verde & close to both the west coast & Algarve.


Casa Laranjeira
Accommodation for 6 persons
Three large en-suite bedrooms

orReserve as two en-suite bedrooms at our Casa Oliveira rate
Accommodation for 4 persons
Two large en-suite bedrooms

Casa Oliveira
Accommodation for 4 persons
Two large en-suite bedrooms


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Monte da Quinta Characteristics:

bullet Spacious self contained self catering country cottages
bullet All bedrooms have en-suite facilities
bullet High vaulted ceilings, shuttered doors and windows
bullet Granite worktops, ceramic hob & fan assisted oven
bullet Large comfortable lounge and dining area
bullet Bedrooms have cooling fans for the Summer months
bullet Under floor heating in all rooms for the Winter months
bullet A hair dryer provided in each cottage
bullet Cots, high chair & night lights at no extra charge
bullet 100% cotton linen & towels, including pool towels
bullet Solar powered hot water
bullet Towels replaced midweek
bullet Housekeeper midweek by arrangement
bullet Laundry facilities
bullet Movies, books & board games to suite all ages
bullet Satellite TV

Exterior
bullet Private south facing garden for each cottage
bullet Large private covered dining terraces
bullet Private brick charcoal BBQ's with chimney
bullet Stunning views from the cottages
bullet Swimming Pool 11.5 x 5mtr, 1.4mts level depth
bullet Natural salt pool with no chemicals & chlorines
bullet 4mtr circular children's shallow play pool
bullet Large sun terrace with sun loungers & parasols
bullet Sheltered lower sun terrace with sun loungers & parasols
bullet Hammocks on the covered terraces
bullet Outside pool shower
bullet Large covered car port and parking area
bullet 12 acres (4 hectares) of private grounds and farmland
bullet Orange grove, Olive, Pomegranate and Almond trees
bullet Meadow and pasture land with restored Historic Artesian Well
bullet Amazing night skies with no light pollution
bullet A tranquil setting in mature landscaped grounds
bullet Gated driveway

What Makes Us Different
bullet Traditional restaurants, bars and cafes within walking distance
bullet A choice of 3 large supermarkets within a 2 minutes drive
bullet Outdoor tennis courts within a 2 minutes drive
bullet Indoor public swimming pool within a 2 minutes drive
bullet Local quad biking, horse riding, ballooning, archery, paintball, vineyard tour with lunch, off roading, skippered river cruises
bullet We offer a range of Holistic Therapies Treatments on site
bullet Complimentary hamper includes local produce, cheese & wine
bullet Initial sundries provided
bullet Pre-order a bottle of Champagne on ice
bullet Comprehensive guest guide to the region and local restaurants
bullet A local weather forecast for your stay
bullet Fresh farm produce: eggs, oranges, seasonal salad & vegetables, homemade preserves, olive oil & local honey
bullet Small souvenirs and gifts, postcards
bullet Farm animals include: Shetland ponies, sheep, pygmy goats,
Alentejo black pigs & potbelly pigs and piglets, chickens, ducks, guinea fowl, & geese
bullet Boules pitch & horseshoe pitching within the grounds
bullet Two adult size bicycles for guest use
bullet Recycling facilities
bullet Night club within Castro Verde
bullet Cinema and a Theatre

Rest Assured                             
bullet Our cottages are maintained to a very high standard
of cleanliness and are inspected on a weekly basis
bullet Our holiday cottages were restored to strict guidelines set
by the Ministry of Tourism Portugal. These include: mains drainage, mains electric, solar water heaters, no gas
appliances and our pool water is regularly tested.
All rooms have smoke alarms these are connected to a
central alarm system. Fire panic buttons and emergency
exit signs
bullet Kitchens are fitted with extinguishers and fire blankets
bullet As a registered business we are licensed operators for
Rural Tourism and insured for public liability
bullet We are regularly inspected for health and safety
bullet We are on site to assist, manage and maintain our standards
bullet "Our reputation along with your recommendation is our future"
 
bullet We ask you to be aware of unlicensed holiday properties

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Alentejo

A uniquely fascinating and beautiful place with much to offer:

                    - Archaeologists                   - Ornithologists
                    - Botanists                          - Artists
                    - Cyclists                            - Golfers
                    - Fisherman                        - Walkers

                    And those that like to relax in comfort.



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