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Adegas do Pico is a set of twelve stone built houses located in Praínha, Pico island, where the guests enjoy the hospitality of Maria and the feeling of the traditional Azorean village.

Looking for the perfect mix of tradition, beautiful landscapes and beaches with white sand nearby? The Aldeia da Mata Pequena, just 15 km north of the historic town of Sintra and a 15 minutes’ drive from the beaches of Ericeira is just that. This...

If you have ever thought of trying out a bit of “glamping”, a portmanteau of glamour and camping that combines the adventure of camping with the luxuries afforded by a hotel accommodation, then the owners of Azul Singular, Pedro and Antonia are wa...

One of the loveliest houses in one of the Algarve's loveliest towns.Tavira is probably the Algarve’s prettiest city. It has somehow managed to beat off the hordes of tourism and keep its old market town soul. The river Gilão still flows serenely,...

Charming bed & breakfast with panoramic views of LisbonSituated directly below Lisbon’s emblematic St George’s castle, with glorious views of the city and the mighty River Tagus sounds a wonderful proposition in itself. That’s exactly what the...

Castelo Rodrigo is a place of tremendous pastoral beauty, a medieval village, thick stonewall houses perfectly integrated in the environment and surrounded by verdant nature and hills. It is on the rustic side, of course, but a stay here does not...

The Casa da Levada brochure talks of paradise in the mountains and a stay in this old mansion (or shall one say, mini castle) certainly feels like it. Located on the Aboboreira Mountain in a very picturesque hamlet, the surrounding vistas are simp...

Those looking to come face to face with rural customs will find the region of Lamego and the Casa de Santo Antonio de Britiande an excellent choice. It is an unhurried sort of place where tradition still plays an important role in local life. The...

Caldeireiros House is from the late 17th century, located right in the centre of the city’s historical site, which Unesco has designated as belonging to the world cultural heritage, since 1996. Casa dos Caldeireiros’ privileged location enables it...

This old house (early 18th century to be exact) is bang in the middle of the historic Unesco World Heritage quarters of Porto, near the Cathedral. It has seen a lot over time, the French invasions of 1810 for a start, and for many generations w...

Casa Paço D`Ilhas stands for traditional heritage-style with contemporary comfort. Whether you book a deluxe room or a low-key cabana, there will be no difference in the way you will feel immersed in a holistic leisure experience.In the Casa Paço...

A fun, character filled place to stay in Madeira. Do you think of Madeira as a traditional holiday resort with stuffy accommodations? Not so! Just look at the guesthouse Casa do Papagaio Verde. Modern, bold and built with enormous glass window...

Wonderful rustic farmhouse in the Alentejo’s Vincentine Coast. These typical, whitewashed pair of Alentejo farmhouses are located in the Vicentine Coast Natural Park, a stunning stretch of coastline in one Europe's largest reserves. As if this was...

This place is so special, that we should start with the downsides. If you are scared of heights you might have to think twice before coming to the Fajã dos Padres. Although it lies right on the shore of the Atlantic Ocean, the only access is via a...

The six cottages that make up the wonderful Montes do Telheiro started off life as work houses where “telhas” (or tiles) were made, hence the name Telheiro. Though these are no longer produced, what remains is a beautifully restored estate providi...

A typically cute rural Alentejo house - made for relaxation. This late 18th century rural house was originally used as a granary and has been in the hands of the present owner’s family for six generations. The architecture is typical Alentejo – si...

A guest once said the following of the Quinta das Glicinias: “This is one of the loveliest places I have ever been to”. It may seem a grand boast, as the villa is neither super luxurious, adorned with the most modern gadgets, nor does it come with...

The Quinta de São Vincente is an excellent choice for lovers of wine and rural retreats. This pretty rustic estate produces the bubbly “vinho verde” or green wine (which refers to its young age, not colour). Guests can visit the cellars and buy th...

The sun and the golden beaches, the architecture and the landscape, the sympathy of the people, the cosy and safe environment: all these ingredients seduced Isabel Vilela, owner of the Quinta dos Amigos, who decided to settle in the Algarve in...

This particular property is located at 625 meters in the village Trebilhadouro, which is surrounded by the Sierra del Valle de Cambra. The original features of the four offered stone houses have been maintained; yet each has house has been improve...