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Highlights
Room to spread out
Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
Arcade/game room
A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
8 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 21
Popular amenities
Private pool
Onsite parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Gavião
Soap Museum
Place, Soap Museum
19 min drive
Belver Castle
Place, Belver Castle
25 min drive
Castelo de Bode Dam
Place, Castelo de Bode Dam
59 min drive
Rooms & beds
8 bedrooms (sleeps 21)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon
Bedroom 6
1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed
Bedroom 7
1 King Bed
Bedroom 8
1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 7 half bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 6
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 7
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 8
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS!
Alentejo, where you can spend pleasant moments in communion with nature. Watch the stars, hike the farm, watch the fauna and flora that surrounds it, refresh yourself in the salt water pool, read a novel in the shade of the orange trees or simply listen to nature !! We have 8 double rooms with bathroom and possibility of extra beds. We have a room with snooker, table tennis and board games; living room; dining room and kitchen; supporting bathrooms; terrace overlooking the countryside! On the other side of the hill is the orchard and the salt water pool, where you also have a seating area! We have bicycles to walk around, paddle a 20 minute drive from the homestead, Alamal River Beach, a 15 minute drive, where you can dive or go by boat :) There are 4 walking paths in the vicinity, for nature lovers. We have museums and Belver Castle to visit within 15 minutes by car and many other sites within a radius of 60 km to visit and savor the gastronomy!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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MOUNT ALENTEJANO OPTIMUM FOR FAMILIES OR GROUP OF FRIENDS!
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Gaviao
Located in Gaviao, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Belver Castle and Flor da Rosa Convent are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Centro de Artes e Cultura and Centro Cultural de Gáfete. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails, ecotours and hunting nearby.
Serra de São Mamede Natural Park - 48 min drive - 47.1 km
Castelo de Bode Dam - 59 min drive - 73.0 km
Getting around
Abrantes Station - 34 min drive
Restaurants
O Gavião - 11 min drive
Padaria Carminda - 11 min drive
Restaurante O Marinheiro - 11 min drive
Povoas Bar - 11 min walk
Pub A Lareira - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS! have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS!?
As of 5 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS! on 15 Sept 2026 start from £1,615, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is ALENTEJO HILL, GREAT FOR FAMILIES OR GROUPS OF FRIENDS! located?
Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is 9 mi (14.5 km) from Belver Castle and 9.2 mi (14.9 km) from Soap Museum. Centro de Artes e Cultura and Centro Cultural de Gáfete are also within 16 miles (25 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Just wonderful for a large family holiday. The property is large, enabling all of us to be together under one roof for family activities and at the same time the bed rooms are separate, and also large, thus enabling privacy.
Spacious and self contained property, with large shared spaces and air-conditioned & well-appointed bedrooms; off beaten track but not far from shops and places to visit; our mixed age group loved the pool, local walking, the converted games-barn and generous sitting & dining rooms - which stayed cool through the heat of the days. Rita, who looks after the house for the owners was always on hand for advice and any problem-solving (which was minimal). Decor and furnishing is imaginatively rustic and complements the historic buildings .... THANK YOU
Michael W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2023
Thank you Michael for your kind words!
We would love to receive you again!!
ALL THE BEST :)
La Herdade de Maxuqueira est un vrai trésor. Nous y avons séjourné avec des amis et de la famille. Tout était parfait. Les lieux sont extrêmement spacieux et bien entretenus. Les chambres sont belles et confortables, disposant chacune de leur salle de bains. La cuisine est très bien équipée et la piscine et les espaces de convivialité (salon, salle de jeu avec billard, piano…) permettent de se retrouver.
La communication avec notre hôte Sofia a été très facile et agréable.
Nous avons passé un moment de déconnexion et de détente totale, au milieu de la nature.
Merci Sofia!
MUY RECOMENDABLE.
Sofia y Jose María nos han ayudado en todo. Tambien su hija, que se ha prestado a entretener y acompañar a nuestros hijos por su magnifico campo.
Grandes espacios interiores y exteriores. Todo muy comodo. Muchos entretenimientos para los niños de distintas edades. Hemos ido 3 familias con niños y el lugar ha sido un acierto. Sin duda pensamos en repetir. Zona muy tranquila. Apetece permanecer en la casa sin salir a conocer nada mas.
Nous sommes allés a Gaviao au portugal dans cette magnifique villa Herdade de maxuqueira.
Une famille de 17 personnes, adultes et enfants se sont regalés de l environnement, piscine, grande salle avec billard, ping pong, baby foot, chambres individuelles avec sdb et climatisation.
Positifs: cadre très agréable, au calme, espace piscine au top, chambres individuelles avec sdb et clim, grande salle avec jeux.
Mais il y a qq points Négatifs qui ne sont pas acceptables vu le prix de la location : pas de machine à laver, les draps et linge de lit n ont pas étaient changer à la fin de la 1ere semaine, piscine non nettoyée durant les 15 jours, manque éclairage terrasse piscine, cuisine petite et mal equipee (table vitrocéramique dépassée, pas de friteuse etc...).
Si vous voulez vous reposer l endroit est ideal....
Tres bon séjour, qq petits details que le propriétaire doit impérativement regler pour les futurs vacanciers.
franck p.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Salut Franck,
Merci d'être venu et pour vos retours, sans lesquels nous ne pouvons pas nous améliorer !
Nous tenons à préciser que le lave-linge ne fait pas partie des commodités, information qui figure dans le descriptif de la maison. Cependant, nous proposons un service de blanchisserie sur demande, ce qui a été refusé par un client un jour après avoir déclaré qu'il avait des vêtements à laver.
Les draps et les serviettes ont été changés deux fois, en milieu de séjour (jours 10 et 15). Il y avait un invité qui étendait chaque jour la serviette pour ses pieds, à l'extérieur de la chambre, et notre collègue Rita l'enlevait et l'échangeait contre une nouvelle.
En fait, 2 invités ont dit à Rita que cela valait seulement la peine de changer les vêtements dans les chambres des enfants, ce à quoi Rita a répondu que cela ne lui coûtait rien et qu'elle changerait tout ce dont ils avaient besoin...
Le robot de nettoyage est entré dans la piscine exactement les jours où il était nécessaire de changer de vêtements, tandis que la deuxième fois, il n'y avait qu'un seul invité dans la maison et a demandé à Rita de sortir le robot de la piscine.
Pour la sécurité des clients et des enfants, nous ne disposons d'éclairage ni à l'intérieur de la piscine ni dans le coin salon, afin qu'il n'y ait personne dans la piscine pendant la nuit. Cela a été expliqué à un client, qui a quand même insisté, et nous avons fini par donner accès aux lumières de la piscine, pour pouvoir l'utiliser la nuit...
La cuisine est d'une taille tout à fait acceptable (20 mètres carrés) et en 8 ans c'est la première fois qu'on nous dit qu'elle est petite, mal équipée et vétuste (et nous avons déjà eu des groupes de 30 personnes)... Si vous avez demandé une friteuse à Rita, elle en aurait eu une ;)
Nous écrivons ces choses non pas pour nous opposer mais pour clarifier, puisque les changements et le nettoyage de la piscine ont été effectués précisément les jours où le groupe n'était pas à la maison.
Nous pensons qu'il y a eu un certain manque de communication entre nous, sinon ils n'auraient pas dit certaines choses et peut-être qu'à ce moment-là, nous aurions pu en corriger d'autres :)
Notre objectif est de rendre les gens heureux lorsqu'ils sont avec nous et, s'il le faut, nous faisons même le grand écart, comme on dit !!!
Merci d'être venu et si vous souhaitez revenir, vous êtes les bienvenus !
Sofia
A estadia na Herdade da Maxuqueira foi muito boa num contexto de programa familiar com crianças!
Conseguimos aproveitar a Herdade e piscina ao máximo! Ha pequenas melhorias que podem ajudar em grandes grupos fáceis de implementar: mais apoio de serviço de limpeza e cozinha, tornar a área de piscina e os espaços comuns mais confortáveis e integrar dinâmicas como moto4, passeios de cavalo, etc.
A zona envolvente tem alguma escolha de programas mas o que mais gostámos mesmo foi de aproveitar o local. Quartos muito simpáticos e agradáveis.
property beautifully decorated and cared for; lots of space both inside as well as outside; comfortable and spacious rooms with lovely bathrooms and with privacy; kitchen well equipped; spacious games room; bicycles on demand; staff always present in case you need them but discrete (you can ask them to bring you fresh bred every morning); plenty of space for large groups; lovely swimming pool with salted water; small grocery in nearby village (5 minutes walking) and supermarket at about 10-12 km. Owners are extremely friendly and provide tips for things to see in the surroundings; marked walking tracks nearby. The region of Alentejo where the house is located is superb. Highly recommended!
maria a.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words Maria!
You were a fantastic group: everybody loves you and speakes about how wonderfull you were!
We recommend you like a 5 star guest!!!
Thank you for choosing us and we would love to see you again :)
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
shani y.
18 Feb 2019
Mrs Shani Yeend / Fit Birds Fitness
Our first Fit Birds retreat was a HUGE success. The stunning venue, Sofia & her family made our experience everything and more!
Herdade da Maxuquiera is truly a natural, magical place to visit. If you wish to experience life away from the busy day to day routine surrounded by complete peace & natural beauty, this is your life place!
We cannot wait to return in May!