Family-run Posada / Guest house

In the heart of El Alentejo, in the foothills of the beautiful Serra D'Ossa with olive groves and vineyards all around, this elegant and charming country estate offers luxury accommodation in suites and a cottage, with a stunning swimming pool and delicious food.

An oasis in the middle of nature, a real place to unwind, the present owners, Christina and Joao, totally refurbished it in 2012. With a delightful central courtyard and traditional Alentejana architecture, they have added touches of Africa and the east to create a wonderful, artistic combination of all worlds. Comfort is the key word here, and peace and quiet reign. Whether you are sitting out in the covered lounge by the pool or nestling by the fire in the cooler months you will feel very much at home.

It's a short walk to the village of Aldeia da Serra where there are a couple of good restaurants, while the gentle Serra D'Ossa offers lovely walks, with a picnic lunch to order if required.

Nearby is the friendly and easy going town of Redondo, known for its pottery and wine. World Heritage Site Evora is a 30 minute drive, the "marble towns" of Estremoz, Borba and Vila Vicosa half that. A little further afield the fortress village of Monsaraz, the pottery town of Sao Pedro do Corval, rug-making Reguengos de Monsaraz and numerous wineries await.

Accommodation

There are 3 master suites, 2 junior suites, 1 family room and a one bedroom cottage, all on the ground floor.

All the rooms are spacious and stylish and different, and are named after wild flowers that grow on the estate. The decor is contemporary country style in relaxing tones, with emphasis placed on detail to comfort.

The Junior suites are 30m2 and the Master suites are 40 m2, They have en-suite bathrooms, double beds and a sofa bed in the living room (max 1 extra bed). They also have a minibar, hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, pool towels, WIFI, tea and coffee making facilities, air conditioning, LCD satellite T.V, and access to the terrace with views of the mountains and olive groves.

The one bedroom cottage, 60 m2, has a double bedroom, a living room with a sofa bed, a bathroom, kitchenette and  private terrace; facilities as the suites.

The family room, 40m2, has two bedrooms (one double/one twin, a bathroom shared between the two rooms and a terrace. It has the same facilities as the suites, but no sofa bed and no minibar.

Hotel Features

Lovely swimming pool (heated in Spring and Autumn)
Sun terrace
Garden
Breakfast/dining room with comfy sitting area and fireplace
Free covered parking
Free WIFI
Pool towels
Pottery workshops
Cookery workshops, yoga and pilates
Massages
Hiking in the Serra D'Ossa with picnic lunch
Hot Air balloon tours

Restaurant

Delicious buffet breakfast with locally sourced produce in the breakfast room from 9.00 – 11.30 am. Don't forget to ask for the owners' own free range eggs!
Tempting light snacks available at the lounge by the pool.
Gourmet dinners (must be ordered in advance) cooked specially for you – Alentejo, Mediterranean and Thai cuisine. 25 – 35 euros per person.
Local restaurants in village (a short walk) – Chana do Bernardino recommended.