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Secluded cottage with pool in spectacular and tranquil Alentejo countryside.

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Pool
Exterior
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Santiago do Cacem, Setubal
  • Safari Badoca Park
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Porto Covo Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Sao Torpes Beach
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Sines Airport (SIE)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Shower only

En-suite

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded cottage with pool in spectacular and tranquil Alentejo countryside.

Secluded cottage equipped to a high standard with private swimming pool and spectacular open views tucked away in the tranquil Alentejo countryside.

3 large bedrooms (1 double with en-suite, 1 double and 1 twin sharing a separate bathroom).

Newly-built in the Alentejo style, the cottage is fully-fitted with open-plan kitchen, dining and lounge area and with direct access to a spacious covered outdoor terrace and BBQ for alfresco living. TV and free WiFi.

Open and airy for summer living. Wood burner and underfloor heating for cosy winter nights.

In an elevated yet private hilltop position nestled within the cork oaks, the cottage overlooks the rolling Alentejo countryside with unlimited access to country trails for walking and mountain bike rides.

Nature at its most tranquil – with the sound of the crickets chirping, birds singing and sheep bells in the distance.

Enjoy the spectacular Alentejo sunsets with a sundowner on the terrace on a warm summer night. Take a midnight stroll under the clear light of a full Alentejo moon, or gaze in awe at the brilliance of a million stars on a moonless night.

Within walking distance to the small village of São Domingos – with all basic amenities such as cafés, bar/restaurant, mini-market, bakery and pharmacy.

Approximately 1 ½ hours by car from either of the international airports of Lisbon or Faro.

Within easy reach of the spectacular beaches and seaside villages of the Costa Vicetina, and the historic towns of Santiago do Cacém, Beja and Évora.

Walking and mountain bike trails to local villages with cafés and restaurants offering traditional Alentejo hospitality and gastronomy.

Property manager

Sue Boylan

Languages

English, Portuguese

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets allowed only after agreement with the owner. Animais de estimação permitidos somente após acordo com o proprietário.
Animaux acceptés uniquement après accord avec le propriétaire. Haustiere sind nur nach Absprache mit dem Eigentümer erlaubt.
Huisdieren alleen toegestaan na afspraak met de eigenaar

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 7787

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Santiago do Cacém

Located in Santiago do Cacém, this villa is in a rural area. Miróbriga Ruins and Junta de Freguesia de Cercal Do Alentejo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jardim do Largo Augusto Fuschino and Porto Covo Beach. Safari Badoca Park and Santo Andre Karting Track are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Santiago do Cacem, Setubal

What's nearby

  • Junta de Freguesia de Cercal Do Alentejo - 20 min drive - 21.6 km
  • Safari Badoca Park - 26 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Porto Covo Beach - 37 min drive - 36.0 km
  • Sao Torpes Beach - 37 min drive - 37.0 km
  • Vila Nova de Milfontes Beach - 56 min drive - 36.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante A Adega - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Manuel Rui Azinhais Nabeiro - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Fernando Afonso Calado - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bar Cubano Havana - Club de Santiago Cacem - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Taska-Toska - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Secluded cottage with pool in spectacular and tranquil Alentejo countryside. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Secluded cottage with pool in spectacular and tranquil Alentejo countryside. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded cottage with pool in spectacular and tranquil Alentejo countryside.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded cottage with pool in spectacular and tranquil Alentejo countryside.?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Secluded cottage with pool in spectacular and tranquil Alentejo countryside. located?

Situated in a rural location, this villa is within 16 miles (25 km) of Miróbriga Ruins, Cercal Touism Information Centre and Jardim do Largo Augusto Fuschino. Junta de Freguesia de Cercal Do Alentejo and Santiago do Cacem Castle are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply the best!
This accommodation is absolutely everything it is advertised to be and more. The setting is more beautiful and tranquil than words can describe. The owners are lovely people who made our stay exceptional and encouraged communication with them to ensure our time there was as comfortable and easy as possible. Thank you & we hope to return in the near future.describe.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roland Z.

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perfect
best home away from home ever. Best place to be!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susanne N.

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Perfect!
:-)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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Beautiful villa in tranquil setting
The villa is lovely and very well appointed, the pictures do not do justice as to how lovely the villa is. Everything was spotlessly clean, the kitchen very well equipped, and very thoughtful gestures in terms of what is in the villa for guests use. We made good use of the good sized pool. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in this lovely villa, the tranquil setting was so very relaxing with only the sound of the sheep and their bells. Sue and Paddy were very welcoming, available but not at all intrusive. Thank you both, we had a wonderful relaxing time.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joep V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nature, tranquility and a beautifull house & garden
We read all the comments and couldn’t agree more. Perfect communication with the owners, absolute tranquility and a very beautiful and well equipped house. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

rachel t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house with beautiful views
The house is in a lovely setting and is well designed to make the most of the view. It is well equipped with lots of storage. The owners were very friendly & responsive, and provided a lovely welcome pack. My son loved swimming (particulary at night) and my husband borrowed a bike to explore the cycling trails. There are some beautiful beaches within a 30 minute drive and some lovely restaurants in the area. All very relaxing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

luc v., Burcht, België

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A magnificent place
We were at Estrela do Cerro for 3 weeks. The house is absolutely very luxury and comfortable with everything you need available. The owners treated us very friendly with respect for our privacy. When there was a small problem we could always contact them and they tried to help us. The view from the house is absolutely magnificent. We loved it so much! The place is also very peaceful and quiet. We enjoyed the swimmingpool and really felt at home. Thank you, Sue and Patrick for such a nice holiday.
Stayed 21 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Céline L., Mésanger, France

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Amazing and fully-equipped villa in a wonderful quiet place
What to say : Perfect ! Excellent ! The best rent we ever had (and we had a lot... ;)). Sue and Pat were so nice and available if needeed, they welcomed us with huge smiles, kind words and tasting food (bread, eggs, butter, beer, wine...). The villa is amazing, high standard, everything is provided and more ! It's so quiet and the view is absolutely breathtaking... during the daylight or sunsets... To sum up : perfect ! We aready to go back there next summer !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ian C., United Kingdom

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A fantastic fortnight in Portugal
We really enjoyed our stay! The house location is very peaceful and relaxing but with a car there are many interesting towns and villages to visit within half an hour or so of driving or alternatively at about 2 hours away we found Lisbon easy to access and a joy to visit. The house is half hour from a lovely section of coastline with lots of lovely sandy beaches in amongst the cliffs. The swimming pool is great - I think we used it every day. To anyone wanting a holiday away from the busy Algarve area I would recommend this house unreservedly. In fact we already want to return. Ian & Nicki (&K)
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

D W.

Wonderful
What a wonderful holiday we had here at this stunning house in such beautiful countryside. At total escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life but still within walking distance of shops , little cafes and only a half hour drive to fantastic beaches. Everything was even better than we had imagined, the owners are by far the best hosts we have ever stayed with, they went out of their way to help with anything we needed and their attention to detail and thoughtful little touches are evident everywhere around the property. The house is very spacious, we were four adults and all could find a quiet spot when needed. The house, pool and outdoor areas are all spotless and everything is of the highest quality and standard...most definitely 5 stars and more. Thank you both for a truly wonderful holiday in your beautiful wee piece of paradise x

10/10 Excellent

Helen J.

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In the heart of the country
Everything about our stay was better than I could have hoped for. The house is so well designed and comfortable and Sue has provided so thoughtfully for everything you may need. I like to be away from the crowd when I am on holiday and staying here, you certainly have peace and solitude . It may be worth bringing some food with you as the nearest large supermarket is quite a drive ,though there is a small village about 10 mins by car. There are beaches, restaurants and shops in Puerto Nova and Villa Milfontes which are within an hours driving ,but some days we were more than happy to stay in the villa relaxing and making the most of the pool. Paddy and Sue are always there but not intrusive in any way , I would definitely return and wish I was still there !
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dean R., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

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An outstanding Lower Alentejan offering in a spectacular location
What a privilege and delight to start my 55th road cycling season as a Canadian in Europe. In 26 European vacations for multi week independent cycling vacations the Star of the Hills…..Sue and Patrick’s remarkable rural Sao Domingos villa was an outstanding 5 star experience…true to the name of the home. Situated 2 km south of Sao Domingos on 40 acres of classic Alentejo scenery you will be treated to a very high standard home, incredibly spacious with spectacular views. Fit and finish of the home, amenities, phenomenal level of communication and care make this a rarity in the Iberian Peninsula. It would be in the top 5% of the 150+ bookings I have done over the 25 years in Europe vacations to support our cycling forays. Proximity to delightful rural museums in Sao Domingos and Abela, significant Roman ruins in Santiago do Cacem and phenomenal natural beaches at Almograve make this a most compelling property. The high standards and care are evident the minute you engage with Sue and Patrick. Far from the tourist hordes of the Algarve or the supposed must see “attractions” of Lisboa and Porto lies what arguably is the heart and soul of Portugal……Alentejo. Many Portuguese folks would agree. The Alentejo has it all and Estrela do Cerro…the star of the hills exemplifies what we love about independent self planned travel in Europe.
Stayed 13 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Günter W.

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traumhafte Unterkunft
Das beste Ferienhaus, das wir bisher hatten - und wir hatten einige davon! Sehr komfortabel, gepflegt, nette Vermieter, eine schöne Landschaft, das Meer gut zu erreichen - letztlich einfach traumhaft.
Stayed 21 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jens-Uwe K.

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Die Ruhe, die Gegend, die Unterkunft: Top!
Wir waren 10 Nächte in diesem Haus und haben uns dort sehr wohlgefühlt. Sehr ruhige Alleinlage. Grillen zirpen, Frösche quaken und Schafe blöken. Ab und zu fährt in der Ferne ein Auto vorbei. Das war’s. Wer Ruhe sucht, findet sie hier. Im Haus ist alles einwandfrei. Sauber und bestens ausgestattet. Die Kommunikation mit den Eigentümern ist sehr angenehm. Auch die Region Alentejo ist sehr schön. Es lohnt sich also!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marijke L.

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Superferien
Das Haus ist idyllisch und ruhig gelegen. Die Einrichtung ist gediegen und komplett. Die Gesamtausstattung ist von einer selten gesehenen Vollständigkeit. Es hat wirklich nichts gefehlt, sogar für das Essen am ersten Abend war gesorgt. Die Vermieter sind sehr freundlich, zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit, ohne aufdringlich zu sein. Jedem Wunsch wurde sofort nachgekommen. Alles in allem äusserst empfehlenswert.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita P., Setúbal, Portugal

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Descanso Total
Umas ferias de inverno fantásticas O local é lindissimo A casa muito confortavel Os anfitriões 5 estrelas Recomendo
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

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Douceur dans la grisaille
Malgré une météo maussade nous avons passé un excellent séjour entre visites, piscine, randonnées et cheminée. Sue et Pady sont des hôtes très accueillants. La maison est très confortable. Enfin petit clin d'œil pour la finale de rugby !
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ana S.

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Excelentes férias!
A casa é excelente, muito confortável, limpa e excepcionalmente bem equipada. Não falta nada para cozinhar, inclusivamente para fazer um churrasco (desde utensílios, sal, temperos, azeite, massa, arroz, carvão, etc.), nem para a limpeza da louça e roupa (detergentes, esponjas, estendal, molas). A casa fica a menos de 2 Km da vila de São Domingos, sendo prático para fazer as compras básicas. A zona é calma, tranquila e com boa exposição solar. No pátio há mobiliário de jardim e espreguiçadeiras, para usufruir da óptima piscina de água salgada. Quando chegamos, fomos recebidos pelos proprietários, a Sue e o Patrick, muito amáveis e prestáveis, e tínhamos pão alentejano, cervejas, vinho e um queijinho à nossa espera. Recomendamos vivamente este alojamento e desejamos à Sue e ao Patrick o maior sucesso!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

OLIVIER g.

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Un vrai Havre de paix
Magnifique vavances Un vrai Havre de Paix
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gino T., Merelbeke

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Heerlijk
Prachtig en heel proper hui
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxi D.

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Entspannung pur in wunderschöner Umgebung
Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Es war alles wie beschrieben. Die Unterkunft hatte einfach alles, was man braucht. Paddy und Sue waren sehr aufmerksam und haben sogar ein wenig weihnachtlich dekoriert. Die Aussicht war herrlich. Wir würden jederzeit wiederkommen. Vielen Dank an Sue und Paddy für die tolle Woche.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annika G.

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Traumhaft schön, ein Idyll mit tollem Panaroma
Wir haben uns in dieser Finca sehr wohlgefühlt. Sie ist toll ausgestattet (nicht zusammengewürfelt) und liebevoll eingerichtet. Es hat uns hier an nichts gefehlt. Man fühlt sich wie Zuhause. Es war alles super sauber. Sue und Paddy haben uns sehr nett in Empfang genommen und waren stets erreichbar. Es standen sogar Wein, Bier, Milch und Käse zum Empfang bereit, das war total schön. Vom Pool schaut man auf eine wunderschöne Landschaft. Zu einem größeren Supermarkt fährt man mit dem Auto ca. 20 Minuten, auch zum nächsten Strand. Das hat uns aber nicht gestört. Wir kommen gerne wieder!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana B.

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Segunda vez e voltaremos se possível
Proprietários muito amáveis e acolhedores. Espaço brutal e que nunca desilude. É a segunda vez que reservamos e ficamos sempre com vontade de uma próxima. Muito obrigada, Sue
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vania R.

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Excecional!!!
A casa está mais do que bem preparada! Tem tudo à disposição o que a torna mesmo numa casa longe de casa. Os proprietários são super atenciosos, simpáticos e prestáveis. Esperamos voltar para o ano 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geräumiges Ferienhaus in ruhiger Lage mit Pool
Das Haus liegt sehr ruhig mit großartigem Blick über das Alentejo mit Weiden und Korkeichen. Die Einrichtung ist modern und stimmig, nichts Zusammengesuchtes. Das Haus ist makellos sauber. Die Ausstattung hervorragend und komplett, alles vorhanden, wir haben nichts vermisst. Lebensmittel gibt es im naheliegenden Ort, spezielle Dinge und mehr Auswahl ca. 22 Km entfern in Santiago. Der große und angenehme Pool begeisterte vor allen unseren Sohn. Sue und Patrick wohnen einige hundert Meter entfernt und waren sehr hilfsbereit und bei Fragen schnell zur Stelle. Die bereitgestellten Lebensmittel haben uns am ersten Abend gerettet. Wir haben bereits einige Häuser und Wohnungen in unserem Leben gemietet, aber dieses Haus ist bis jetzt das Beste.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sue Boylan

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Languages:

English, Portuguese