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Lódão Cottage, private and exclusive use in the summer, in Horta Vermelha
Family-friendly cottage with free breakfast and outdoor pool
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6.8 out of 10
2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 6 70 sq m
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Borba, Évora District
- Place, Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa
- Place, Estremoz Handicraft10 min drive
- Place, Quinta do Carmo14 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Double Bedroom
1 Double Bed and 1 Crib
Living room
1 Double Futon
Twin-bed Bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Lódão Cottage, private and exclusive use in the summer, in Horta Vermelha
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We have this and only another similar cottage in the farm, all private, booked one at a time during summer for exclusive use of all spaces, around the cottages and in the farm.
You will immediately feel Horta Vermelha’s energy, character and personalised detail. From salvaging used or old furniture, maintaining the whitewash and original pigments, to keeping the Mediterranean weeds instead of planting an artificial high-maintenance lawn, dedicated effort and care were put by both Sónia and João.
The result is a genuine diversity of colours, textures, organic and authentic housing features, while being connected to all beyond the Horta.
The surrounding space offers inviting spots under great cork and fig trees, the Japanese Medlar, amidst the century-old olive grove, the old natural spring under the oldest walnut tree, or the most appreciated eco-friendly refreshing tank. You may walk up the meadow, scent the wild garlic, the spontaneous lavender flowers, and a multitude of other herbs, while spotting the sheep and cows in the vicinity. You may be lucky and see some other companions up there.
We invite you to take in the richness of the area with independent spirit, at your own pace.
We have this and only another similar cottage in the farm, all private, booked one at a time during summer for exclusive use of all spaces, around the cottages and in the farm.
You will immediately feel Horta Vermelha’s energy, character and personalised detail. From salvaging used or old furniture, maintaining the whitewash and original pigments, to keeping the Mediterranean weeds instead of planting an artificial high-maintenance lawn, dedicated effort and care were put by both Sónia and João.
The result is a genuine diversity of colours, textures, organic and authentic housing features, while being connected to all beyond the Horta.
The surrounding space offers inviting spots under great cork and fig trees, the Japanese Medlar, amidst the century-old olive grove, the old natural spring under the oldest walnut tree, or the most appreciated eco-friendly refreshing tank. You may walk up the meadow, scent the wild garlic, the spontaneous lavender flowers, and a multitude of other herbs, while spotting the sheep and cows in the vicinity. You may be lucky and see some other companions up there.
We invite you to take in the richness of the area with independent spirit, at your own pace.
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Amenities
Pool
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Welcome. Please check rules.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Not permitted inside. Please check rules.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 673
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Borba
Located in Borba, this cottage is in a rural area. Castelo de Vila Vicosa and Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Quinta do Carmo and Casa Relvas Winery. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with ecotours, cycling and mountain biking nearby.

Borba, Évora District
What's nearby
- Castelo de Vila Vicosa - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
- Estremoz Handicraft - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
- Castelo da Rainha Santa Isabel - 13 min drive - 17.4 km
- Museu Rural da Casa do Povo de Santa Maria de Estremoz - 14 min drive - 17.8 km
- Quinta do Carmo - 14 min drive - 13.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Craft Bbs - 10 min drive
- Restaurante "O Viajante - 6 min drive
- Os Gémeos - 10 min drive
- Restaurante Paço Ducal - 11 min drive
- Restaurante Os Cucos - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by 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.
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 they chose this property
Horta Vermelha is fully Licensed and Registered as "Country Cottages/Rural Tourism" with no. 673 RNT, Portuguese Tourism Board.
What makes this property unique
COVID-19:
Following the local national recommendations (from DGS, in Portuguese), we have our Contingency Plan, all important frequent touch points are disinfected, as well as furniture, clothings, etc, in between different guests' stays. We use the recommended disinfectants. Hand-gel and masks are also provided for guests. All staff/personnel uses their equipment for the appropriate cleaning.
The eco-pool is also disinfected between stays.
Due to the pandemic, our decision has been to rent one house at a time, of the two cottages that we have. This means that guests do not share anything with others, and that there is alternate use of the cottages, in between stays.
Following the local national recommendations (from DGS, in Portuguese), we have our Contingency Plan, all important frequent touch points are disinfected, as well as furniture, clothings, etc, in between different guests' stays. We use the recommended disinfectants. Hand-gel and masks are also provided for guests. All staff/personnel uses their equipment for the appropriate cleaning.
The eco-pool is also disinfected between stays.
Due to the pandemic, our decision has been to rent one house at a time, of the two cottages that we have. This means that guests do not share anything with others, and that there is alternate use of the cottages, in between stays.
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