Paradise in Portugal - Bed & Breakfast in Alentejo
Quinta do Barranco da Estrada, 7665-880 Santa Clara-a-Velha, Alentejo
Southern Portugal,
Portugal
Up a 4km dirt track which the adventurous will love, and hugging the shore of one of the Alentejo’s largest freshwater lakes, the Quinta and its garden are simply the best for birdwatching and wildlife with masses of wild flowers in spring. Frank’s eco-friendly renovation of the original low house took years and then a row of guest rooms was added. These are pleasingly simple, with pictures, books, terraces and lake views.
Breakfast, lunch and supper - all home cooked by Daniella are served in the big extended living room and bar which has a warm, informal feel. Beyond huge windows (open to the sky except in winter) is a vine-covered terrace; further butterfly-bright terraces brim over with hibiscus, oleander, palm, jasmine, plumbago, cactus. Frank planted the garden specifically to attract birds and wildlife so book a tour (he is southern Portugal's expert) or sit quietly in one of the hides.
Walk down the garden to the jetty where you'll find boats and kit for canoeing, paddle boarding, fishing; swimming here is sublime and warm for most of the year. You'll also find a newly-built yoga shala overlooking the lake. This is a place of peace and much beauty - and star-filled skies on clear nights.
Características
- Wheelchair access
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible.
- Limited mobility
- At least one bedroom & bathroom accessible without steps.
- Children welcome
- Suitable for guests with children aged 3 and over.
- No smoking
- Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
- Credit cards
- Credit or debit card payment accepted.
- English spoken
- Host speaks English, whether perfectly or not.
- Air conditioning
- Some, if not all, bedrooms are air-conditioned.
- WiFi
- Wireless internet access available.
- Pets welcome
- Please let the owner know if you want to bring pets.
- Public transport
- Within 10 miles of a bus/train station.
- Working farm
- Or vineyard.
- Owner has pets
- Animals living on the property.
- Swimming pool
- On the premises.
- Bikes available
- On the premises to hire or borrow.
- Tennis court
- On the premises.
- Vegetarian meals
- Available on request.
- Licensed premises
- Alcohol may be served.
- Cash only
- Credit or debit card payment not accepted.
- Dogs welcome
- Dogs welcome in some public rooms.
- Handpumped ales
- Pub serves four or more handpumped ales.
- Wine list
- Pub serves eight or more wines by the glass.
- Food all day
- Food is served all day long.
- Babies welcome
- Suitable for guests with a baby or toddler under 3.
- Hot tub
- Available to all guests, but may require booking.
- Garden
- Grounds for guests to explore.
- Breakfast
- Available, but may come at extra cost.
- Self check-in
- Guests can arrive here and check in independently.
- EV charger
- Electric vehicle charging point.
Local points of interest from Frank McClintock:
Puntos de interés sobre la región de
Frank McClintock:
- Birdwatching - and nature in general - is our speciality and Frank, the owner, organises Guided Trips throughout southern Portugal for guests at the Quinta. It's an opportunity not to be missed!
- Canoes and SUPs are all included in the price of your stay - make the most of them and explore the lake's 250 kms of coastline.
- The fishing is stunning, with Carp and Wide-mouthed Bass being the targets.
- Swimming in the lake is de-rigeur - at an average temperature of 28º during the summer months it's the ideal place for children too as it's safe with no currents.
- The surrounding area's full of walking trails and the Quinta can supply you with detailed directions and picnics.
- There's a total absence of any noise from the outside world; no cars, trains, buses or planes - just the hum of insects and the trill of birds. "Paradise" it's called and it's as near to heaven as you'll ever get!
Jim - ripon, United Kingdom
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- 8 Twin/doubles
- , 2 Family rooms for 4 - 5
Minimum stay: 2 nights. 4 nights in high season.
1 November - 8 March.
Quinta do Barranco da Estrada, 7665-880 Santa Clara-a-Velha, Alentejo