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Sobreira Cottage @ Horta Vermelha | experience Earth
- cottage80 m²
- Sleeps: 6
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min. Stay: 5 nights
Centuries-old cottage among trees & bees in Borba - sustainable and geo-tourism
Bedrooms
Twin-bed Bedroom
Double Bedroom
Living room
Every bedroom has a window. The futon in the living room is double and comfortable, for two adults (at extra charge). All rooms have heating and are cool in the summer.
Amenities
Featured
- Swimming pool
- Internet
- Pets Welcome
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1Toilet, ShowerWith window
- All bathroom water is heated through electric water heater, following all safety regulations.
Safety features
- First-aid kitKitchen
- Fire extinguisherKitchen
- Carbon-monoxide detectorAccess to rooms
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Rural
- village
General
- TelephoneAll Portugal landline calls are included
- Heating
- Linens provided
- Washing machine
- Parking availableThere is parking only for our guests, inside the property and close to the cottages.
- Internet
- Towels available
- Wireless Internet
- Wood stove
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Basic soaps
- Toilet paper
- Living Room
Kitchen
- Fridge
- Hob
- Oven
- Microwave
- BBQ
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
- Blender
- Dishes & utensils
- KitchenThe kitchen is complete, for comfort and good cooking.
Dining
- Seating for 6 people
- Dining area
- Childs highchair
Entertainment
- Books
Outside
- Garden
- Bicycles
- Deck/Patio
Suitability
- Long-term renters welcome
Pool / Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Private poolOur eco-friendly pool is most appreciated by our guests.
Notes
- Breakfast, with coffee, tea, local bread, jams and cheese, juice and milk, is provided on the day of arrival (for the remaining days, breakfast and meals are autonomously managed by the guests). All water is potable, being provided by the Town Council. Wood-burner in living room, electrical heaters in all other chambers. Housing is very cool in the summer, within thick walls, wood and isolated ceilings. Kitchen has gas cooker, fully verified and certified. Full anti-fire safety, and CO-detector for rooms. Wireless wideband Internet access is included, with coverage in most of the farm corners and places. Guests should bring their own computer. Local calls are free-of-charge (on a fair basis). Pets are allowed, but not indoors. There is a very good shelter available (additional charge). A meeting room is also available, for workshops, meetings, parties (at additional charge). Please check our website, for map and full information on facilities.
Breakfast
- Included in Price
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 60 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
Pets allowed - Welcome. Please check rules.Welcome. Please check rules.
Events allowed
Smoking allowed - Not permitted inside. Please check rules.Not permitted inside. Please check rules.
Max guests: 6 - Up to 6 travelers per cottage (extra cost above 4)Up to 6 travelers per cottage (extra cost above 4)
Map
You are in the country, but not isolated. You will be in control of your time and your feelings, whatever you decide to do. You may choose to relax in the private comfort of a centuries-old cottage, with surrounding olive and walnut groves. You may take a day out, exploring the region’s beautiful landscape, world heritage, towns and castles. Or you may go winery hopping, savouring the renowned quality wines.
We invite you to take in the richness of the area with independent spirit, at your own pace. Even if you are in a working mood. Have you imagined being linked to the world under the trees?
Horta Vermelha is located in Borba, in the Alto Alentejo region of Portugal, an area many call the 'Provence' of Portugal. The vast plains of the Alentejo (roughly the size of a country such as Belgium) sweep between the Algarve and Lisbon. It is a countryside of endless plains doted by olive trees, cork trees and great vineyards.
Probably the last undiscovered destination wonder in Europe.
Other Activities: bird watching, photography, castles, palaces, World Heritage, vineyards, wine cellars
Hosted by Sónia Melo or João M. Gil
Ask a questionAbout Sónia Melo or João M. Gil
Sónia Melo: I am dedicated to providing guests and visitors at Horta Vermelha a holistic experience of the best and most fascinating features the Alentejo has to offer. My work and commitment to Horta Vermelha is paired with my activities in research and policy in international development. João M. Gil: In Horta Vermelha, I hope guests will link to the world, from local to global scale, from the roots in the soil to the world. I transversely apply these ideas in my work also as a Engineer and Photographer, as I do in my engagement with Horta Vermelha.
Why Sónia Melo or João M. Gil chose Borba
Horta Vermelha is fully Licensed and Registered as "Country Cottages/Rural Tourism" with no. 673 RNT, Portuguese Tourism Board.
- Languages:
- english, french, spanish, portuguese