Rustic Portuguese Farm Cottages

Monte da Quinta
Luxury Alentejo Country Cottages in Southern Portugal

			Guest Comments Ann & Frank St Albans 2009 We came as a family of three generations and totally concur with all the praises sung by previous guests. The tranquillity and Beauty of the surroundings, comfort and many amenities of the cottages; the saltwater pool where Milly has learned to swim; the daily ritual of feeding the animals; the presence of Michaela & Nigel and their constant helpfulness - the list is endless. To wake each morning to cloudless skies & the prospect of a peerless day ahead - as close to paradise as you can get. As Milly summed it up "Lets stay here and not go home!" We had a lovely stay xx Milly John & Marie Kildare Ireland 2009 Fantastic cottages, beautiful views & easy reach to cities. Children really enjoyed the pool. Thanks for living up to our expectations, even the weather obliged. slán leat Christine & Francois Belgium 2009 A quiet place, a pleasant and comfortable cottage, and a central location to visit the Algarve and Alentejo...... All the ingredients to spend a marvellous holidays Alan & Paula Ireland 2009 Very nice peaceful area. Cottages are excellent, thanks for a lovely time. "I had a great time" Katie Lisa & Darren Bristol 2009 Really special place, tranquil retreat with wonderful pool and views. Villa finished to a very high standard - enjoyed the extra touches such as environmental savings high priority, feeding the animals and helpful hosts. Dawn & Wayne Jekyll & Hyde Pub 2009 We have had a wonderful holiday in the most perfect place. We will be back without doubt. "I had an amazing time I hope to come back again soon. Its a lovely place. I will miss the dogs! from Katie" age 10 xx " I had a fantastic time! I really enjoyed going in the pool everyday & playing with the dog s all the time!. I hope we come back again next year :) Love Emma" age 13 x Sarah & Mourad Canada & Sandrine France 2009 Thank you very much for providing such a special place for us. We had a wonderful time! Beautiful place, amazing country views. Perfect location, lovely hosts and friendly dogs..... 6 nights are definitely not enough! We'll come back and stay longer next time. We would love to recommend this amazing place to our friends.
	Little Extras We have tried to provide for all your needs during your holiday at Monte da Quinta. To make your stay more enjoyable we also like to offer you a few little extras. Guest Hamper Compliments of Monte da Quinta a guest hamper awaits you. Hamper includes: water, a bottle of Alentejo wine, local sheep's cheese, locally baked bread, pate, biscuits, fruit juice, butter, our free range eggs, milk, tea and coffee. Champagne On Ice For something a little special upon your arrival, why not pre-order a bottle of Champagne on ice. An order can be place when completing your Reservation Form
	We Also Provide Initial: bin liners, liquid soap and toilet rolls, washing up liquid and kitchen cleaner. Towels and Bed linen Fresh linen is provided and includes pool towels for the use at Monte da Quinta only. Weekly housekeeping and linen change included. All towels are replaced mid week. Guest Guide Our comprehensive guest guide provides details and maps for recommended restaurants, local interests, attractions and general useful information. This guide can be found within your cottage upon your arrival. Cots and Travel Cots We have a cot complete with cot linen, two travel cots, a high chair, a baby chair and a bed guard. We are happy to provide these items at no extra cost. For the Children For your entertainment Casa Laranjeira and Casa Oliveira have a selection of DVD's and Satellite freeview channels. Both cottages have books, board games and puzzles. We also provide night lights for the children's bedrooms. Laundry Facilities We have a communal Laundry room with several washing machines and a tumble dryer. We do ask a small charge of 5 Euros, this includes washing detergents. Bicycles Currently we have two adult sized bicycles for guest use. A perfect way to collect fresh bread and croissants from the local bakers for breakfast. Or maybe a late afternoon excursion exploring the quiet lanes and caminos which criss-cross the countryside. Recycling We encourage our guests to recycle all edible food waste and provide each cottage with containers for our pigs and poultry. We also provide communal recycling bins for glass and plastic bottles. Winter Warmth For extra comfort all the rooms have under floor heating, this is inclusive in the rates from 1st November until 31st March. Postcards and Souvenirs Postcards, stamps and small souvenirs are available for purchase from the farm shop. Fresh Farm Produce Various produce including: local honey, Monte da Quinta fresh hens eggs, preserves and olive oil. Oranges, salad and vegetables are also available depending on the season. Monte da Quinta Marmalade Made with the lemons and bitter oranges grown in the grove at Monte da Quinta. The grove is irrigated by the historic Artesian well, with its crystal clear natural spring water. We handpicked and preserve the Marmalade in the month of February. Local Weather Forecast In order to help you plan your days during your stay at Monte da Quinta we will provide you with the local weather forecast. Hay fever and Asthma Sufferers Please be aware that the month of May is harvest time in Portugal. We advise that you bring adequate medication, although there is a Pharmacy within Castro Verde. Monte da Quinta is a working farm therefore we do have livestock such as sheep, goats, pigs and Shetland ponies. The cottages and immediate grounds are completely contained and separate from the livestock and their paddocks and housing. Our non chemical pool and unpolluted air is a big bonus and commented on by many of our guests.