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Guest Comments
Maria & John
Hampshire 2009
Our 3rd visit and still
as good as ever.
I recommend a pamper at
the local Spa, luxury
pedicure (1.5hrs 12.50
euros) & a manicure (1hr
6.50 euros) amazing!.
Castro Verde has more to
offer than first
realised, you
have to explore a
little. Beautiful West
Coast - Vila Nova de
Milfontes never fails to
WOW & Impress us even
though its our 4th visit
in 8 years.
Yxxx
Jyri & Irmeli
Finland 2009
We had a lovely time in
this marvellous cottage
- appreciated the
friendly hosts
and your
recommendations. The
kids loved to feed the
pigs, especially the
piglets (named "Brave")
Also Maggie became their
favourite - such a nice
kind dog and wonderful
to play with. Thank you.
Darren & Jason
Hampshire 2009
Visit No.3 A few extra
things this time, one
being Horse Riding -
great fun. We will be
back again & again its
now our oasis.
& Steve - Andover
Seven days was not
enough, sorry to be
leaving such a beautiful
place. Will be back for
sure, there is no better
therapy than to sit or
walk around these
surroundings. Thank you
for creating this oasis
of relaxation. Horse
Riding in Alcaria Alto
- never ridden before,
but one of the best
things I have ever done.
Robynne & Mike
Milton Keynes 2009
Thoroughly enjoyed
our stay. Everything has
been perfect including
the beautiful Spring
weather. Hope to return
soon!
Gabrielle & Nico
Cascais 2008
Lovely place, wonderful
cottage nice break from
the "tourist costa de
Lisboa". Kids loved the
animals, especially the
piglets. We look forward
to coming back soon!
Angela & Mike
Wales 2007
A beautiful
place where time
almost stands
still.
Cannot wait
to return.
Returned in 2008
Katie & Luis
Manchester 2008
Our third trip to
MDQ,
It gets better
every
time.
Booked for 2009
Malcolm & Penny
London 2008
A lovely cottage in a
beautiful location - we
hope to return soon!
Kai & Penny
Copenhagen 2008
Enjoyed the Portuguese
hospitality and the
ambience you have
created at MDQ. We had a
wonderful time.
Pernille & Michael
Hants 2008
Our 3rd visit to MDQ,
every time we come we
love it more!
Different times of the
year and each time
beautiful. No doubt we
will be back next year
Linda & Rob
Bristol 2008
In our experience a
unique place, such high
quality in a quiet rural
area but close to town.
Even the teenagers said
it was good so it must
be special.
Liam & Dalilia
Lisbon 2008
Our 2nd time and as
wonderful as we
remembered.
Russell & Ruth
Leicestershire 2008
Fantastic holiday,
enjoyed the location and
the whole experience.
Jan & Bob
Kent 2008
3rd visit & better than
ever, everything perfect
and all the little extra
touches make this a
heavenly place.
Ben & Jenny
Kent 2008
A beautiful place. Thank
you for a fantastic
holiday. It will always
be memorable as our
twins first holiday.
Dave & Andy
Leeds 2008
Beautiful location and
the cottages are lovely,
loved the shower! Do not
want to leave, will be
back soon.
Tracey & Alicia
Hampshire 2008
What a great place to
come & CHILL, thanks for
a great few days.
Darren & Jason
Hampshire 2008
Our 2nd visit & a very
relaxing few days.
Returning to your lovely
retreat is just what the
doctor ordered.
Kevin & Ness, Reading 2006
Thrilled the minute
we arrived.
Returned in 2007
Richard & Jo
Hampshire 2009
Friends recommendation,
we can now see their
platitudes have been
justified. Wonderful
location, hospitality &
accommodation, best
"relaxing" holiday we
have had. Looking though
the guest book, lots of
repeat visitors, I
suspect we will join
their ranks.
Ronald & Marie Carien
Netherlands 2009
"Monte da Quinta,
located in the beautiful
Alentejo region, offers
the ideal combination
of
ingredients for a
perfect holiday"
We loved our cottage
Casa Oliveira with the
spacious shady terrace,
the large rooms with
separate bathrooms (incl
the perfect shower), the
swimming pool including
the small
pool where our
three-year old girl
wanted to play all day
and the wonderful view
over the Alentejo hills!
Also the presence of the
working farm was
really
nice: it meant feeding
the ducks, pigs and
chickens every morning
and seeing
the sheep
passing by every day
accompanied by a real
shepherd. Not something
we see every day in the
city...Besides the
animals of the farm,
we
also enjoyed the company
of owls, swallows,
storks and other
beautiful birds.
This, combined with
the
relaxed and
friendly
presence of
the owners
Michaela and Nigel, the
weather conditions, the
Portuguese lifestyle
(food, wine) and the
beautiful surroundings
of the Alentejo, are for
us the ingredients for
a
perfect holiday.
And, needless to say, we
hope to return soon!
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Swimming Pool
Our uniquely designed
Azul pool measures 11.5 x 5 meters
and is a level 1.5
meters deep, ideal for
even the non swimmers. Situated within the landscaped areas
immediately to the front of the cottages, with its elevated position providing a fantastic vantage point for the stunning southerly views.
Upper pool terrace
No
Chemical Chlorines
The pool uses a
gentle balance
of natural salt rather
than chemical
chlorines, the water
contains approximately
10 percent the salt
level
in sea water.
Pool terrace a stunning
view point
Children’s Shallow Play Pool
Incorporated in the main pool is a
4 meter circular shallow children’s
play pool with seating.
Landscaped Grounds
Upper
Pool Terrace
Special non slip pavers surround the pool area. Ample loungers
with mattresses,
sun shades and seating are provided.
Lower Terrace
This
terrace
offers a little more
shelter, seclusion and privacy
although still maintains
a elevated position with
stunning views of Monte da Quinta and the
surrounding meadows. An
ideal spot to relax,
read a book and enjoy a
bottle of local wine.
Sheltered lower terrace
Outside Shower
An outside shower is located on the
upper pool terrace.
Reception & Laundry
Room
Reception and Laundry
Facilities
Our reception and
laundry facilities are
located between the main
entrance and the
cottages.
The colours of February
General
Terraces
Much thought was given
to the planning of the
landscaped gardens. We
have tried to ensure
privacy for our guests
and given consideration
to the planting in order
to create an attractive
and relaxing
environment. We have
included a small Herb
garden for our guests to
use.
Bananas from the
Balearics
BBQ Terraces
Each cottage has a large private
terrace with a charcoal BBQ providing the perfect elevated position to wine and dine at any time during the day or evening.
 
Wild Poppies & Orange
Trees in the Horta
Our Working Farm
Explore the 12 acres (4.5
hectares) of Olive,
Almond, Fig, and
Pomegranate trees. The
farm consists of various
paddocks for our
livestock and open
arable grass pastures.
 We
grow our own hay dotted
with yellow and blue
lupins, seeded by hand
in October and harvested
in May.
During late November we
hand pick our fat black
olives. Cleaned and
sorted we transport them
to the local press and
return with our very own
delicious Olive Oil.
Visit the
farm animals and vegetable
garden "Horta" with its
orange grove, grape vines and
historic restored Arabian Artesian well.
We have our very own
food waste disposal
units (Pigs and
Poultry). We encourage
our guests to reduce the
amount of edible refuge
during there stay by
providing each cottage
with containers marked
for the Animals.
Boules
(Petanque) and Horseshoe
Pitching
Set within the landscaped gardens we have created a boules pitch
as well as an area for
pitching Horseshoes.
Both games are fun
for all ages and an ideal way to relax on a warm sunny
day.
Boules pitch set within
the grounds
Car Port Parking
Area
We have a covered
car port adjacent to our
office within 50 meters
of the cottages for your
convenience.
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