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The Casa da Ermida de Santa Catarina has a glass wall and doors in the living room, which open to a furnished porch with stunning lake views from the house. The house is set right on the bank of the Caia Dam lake and has scenic green surroundings in springtime. Featuring unique, nature-inspired décor and furnishings, the rooms and the suite all feature a private bathroom with tadelakt walls and free toiletries, heating, fan and a private wardrobe. The suite also feature a private porch. A daily breakfast buffet is included in the room rate and served in the breakfast room. Local restaurants are available in S. Vicente and Vila Fernando, both within a 12-minute drive. The region has a rich cuisine, highlighted by dishes such as açordas and migas (both based on mashed bread with spices, olive oil and eggs). The Alentejo is also renowned for the quality of its wines, which can be served in the Casa da Ermida along with platters of local appetizers, upon request. The house is surrounded by olive trees and has a furnished porch overlooking the scenic surrounding area. There are inviting swing beds on the edge of the water. The region is ideal for outdoor activities such as picnicking, fishing or hiking. Platters of local appetisers accompanied by quality Alentejo wine are available for guests, upon request. The famed Adega Mayor wine cellars, designed by renowned Portuguese architect Siza Vieira, are a 15-minute drive away from the property. The Portugal–Spain border is a 24-minute drive. Elvas, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is famed for its ancient city walls and is a 25-minute drive away from the property. The property is a 45-minute drive from Portalegre. Évora, a 60-minute drive away, is also famed for its historical city walls and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Lisbon International Airport is a 2-hour drive from the Casa da Ermida de Santa Catarina.

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São Lourenço do Barrocal is located in the foothills of the medieval village of Monsaraz and nearby the Alqueva lake. The pet-friendly property is set in a 780-hectare estate, which comprises a restaurant, a bar lounge, a pool bar, a Spa with fitness centre, a winery and a store. The hotel offers guest rooms and houses with countryside views. Every room is air-conditioned, has a TV with cable channels, a coffee machine and underfloor heating in all bathrooms. All houses feature a spacious seating area, a dining room and a fully-equipped kitchen where guests are welcome to prepare their own meals. The on-site restaurant serves traditional Alentejo cuisine. A seasonal outdoor pool and children's playing facilities are also available. Bicycles can be hired free of charge and the staff is available to help guests with car hire. The area is popular for horse riding and cycling, and other popular activities at the estate include picnics and wine tastings. Free private parking is available on site.

The renovated 17th century noble house, Casa da Moira is located in the historical centre of Avis in the Alentejo Region. Set atop the medieval castle walls, guests can enjoy the far-reaching views of the countryside. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. Some units feature views of the lake or river. Each room comes with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Casa da Moira features free WiFi . Guests receive a welcome drink upon arrival.You can engage in various activities, such as horse riding and cycling. The guest house also offers free use of bicycles and can arrange boat trips. Estremoz is 35 km from Casa da Moira, while Crato is 33 km from the property.

Located right outside Unesco’s World Heritage Site - Évora, in the countryside of Portugal, Imani Country House is the perfect excuse for a well-deserved retreat. Surrounded by nothing but nature, guests will find themselves immersed in the quietness and stillness of this piece of paradise in Alentejo. Its exquisite century-old gardens, alongside two outdoor pools and the Improvável restaurant, signed by Chef Rui Rosário, with a menu of Portuguese cuisine with products from the region and ingredients grown on our farm, are among the reasons Imani Country House is a must-stop when visiting our ocean-side country. The spacious and light-full rooms and suites – all equipped with Wi-Fi and air conditioning - were carefully designed to provide our guests with the comfort they expect. Features such as premium bedding, in-room workspaces, flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, private patios, and breakfast included will most certainly make the most of one’s stay. Guests can explore and enjoy the great outdoors by horse riding, hiking, biking or even skydiving in Imani’s surroundings. Notable landmarks such as Almendres’s Cromlech, Roman Baths, and the Bones Chappel are just a few of the sights this region has to offer. Imani Country House is a sophisticated haven where life happens slowly at its own pace.

Set in a refurbished traditional Alentejo house is 3 km from Évora. Accommodations at Governador are bright and come with views of the surrounding country landscape. Some units have a four-poster bed. All meals are available upon request and a candlelight dinner can be served. Casa do Governador organises activities such as visits to wine cellars for lunch and wine tastings, as well as cultural tours to historic sites, within 4.5 km. Ballooning is also available. The Roman Temple of Évora is 4 km, and Espinheiro Convent is 500 metres away. A shuttle service is available to Lisbon Airport, 130 km away.

Featuring white-washed Alentejo architecture, Torre de Palma Wine Hotel, Monforte, a Member of Design Hotels offers indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre, and a restaurant and bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. The rooms and suites all come with elegant decor and a seating area with satellite TV and iPod dock. Other amenities include a minibar and safety deposit box. Each private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and bathrobe. Guests can enjoy a la carte and buffet meals at the restaurant. They can also relax by the pool, in the hammam, or with a massage. Evening entertainment is provided and there is also a guest lounge and library. Torre de Palma is located a 10-minute drive from Monforte and 30 minutes' drive from Campo Maior Castle. Portalegre is a 40-minute drive from the property and Lisbon Airport is 2 hours away by car.

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Situated in Alqueva, this rural guesthouse offers charming rooms with a TV. Facilities include an outdoor pool with a sun terrace, surrounded by a spacious garden. Featuring handmade furniture and artifacts, Herdade Do Rio Torto provides air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms. All rooms are decorated with parquet floors, elegant wooden furniture and warm colours. Every morning, guests can enjoy a local and international buffet breakfast in the dining room. Herdade Do Rio Torto also offers tastings of regional products and wine. Room service is available. Free Wi-Fi is available in Herdade Do Rio Torto’s living room. Guests can explore the beauty of the surrounding landscape on foot or by bicycle. Free private parking is available on site. Lake Alqueva, Europe’s largest artificial lake, is just 15 km from Herdade Do Rio Torto, and Portel is 5 km away.

Featuring an outdoor pool, Royal Cocoa Company Palace offers accommodation in Montemor-o-Novo. The unit is in a chocolate factory, integrated into a palatial estate. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Free WiFi is available. Some units include a seating area where guests can relax. Views of the pool, garden or city are featured in certain rooms. Rooms come with a private bathroom with a bath or shower, with bath robes and slippers provided. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. A TV is featured. There is a shared lounge at the Palacete da Real Companhia do Cacau - Royal Cocoa Palace. At the end of the day, guests are offered chocolates and can enjoy a cup of hot cocoa. Visits to the chocolate factory are offered, upon request. Évora is 28 km from Royal Cocoa Company Palace, while Montargil is 49 km from the property. The nearest airport is Portela Airport, 80 km from Palacete da Real Companhia do Cacau. Parking is available only for bikes or motorcycles.