QUINTA DA DONALDA

From €690 for 2 Guests/3 Nights

Up to 2, 10 or 14
guests

7
Bedrooms

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Chef / Cook Service

Breakfast / Welcome Hamper

A/C

Wifi

Swimming Pool and/or Jacuzzi

Near Golf Courses

Location

PENINA-ALVOR, WEST ALGARVE

"A quintessential Portuguese Quinta featuring a modern villa and two smaller cottages, sharing a swimming pool and tranquil estate grounds, near the south-west coast."

Quinta da Donalda on the Western Algarve has been owned by the same family for over 360 years and was recently renovated to offer a perfect blend of a classic Quinta style and modern-day essentials for relaxing self-catering holidays. The property is well suited for large families or groups of friends up to 14 guests wanting to holiday together yet retain some independence, whilst the villa and cottages can be rented separately for smaller parties (2 to 10 guests), sharing Quinta amenities. There are also a few extra sofa beds available on request, if your party is slightly larger.

Dating back to the 1600s and described as “a farm surrounded by vines, fig trees and bread making land”, Quinta da Donalda sits within 92 hectares of land and is still a working estate today. The vines have since gone but other farm products can be bought in Portimão Municipal Market. In 1944 a small chapel dedicated to Nossa Senhora da Conceição was built and in 2014, a large fire destroyed the main Quinta building, which is still being renovated. Past guests have included the Portuguese Royal Family (Braganza), the Crown Prince of Liechtenstein and the Counts of Paris (D’Orleans) as well as several Portuguese presidents and politicians.

The Liberal Wing villa (alluding to Reformists family members during Portugal’s royal past and civil wars) is attached to the main Quinta building and includes 5 bedroom suites all on one floor (one suited for a disabled person/wheelchair user), opening onto an orange tree courtyard for breakfast and outdoor meals. The Bartolomeu & Daniel cottages (charmingly named after previous workers who once worked at Quinta da Donalda) have been converted from old farm buildings. They mirror each other and feature a mezzanine level bedroom over an open plan ground floor. All properties have their own fully equipped kitchen and are fitted with fireplaces and air conditioning for year-round rentals.

Resident staff provide breakfast daily and can prepare other meals on request.

This is a quiet and calm setting away from the hustle bustle of the coast, allowing you to fully relax with a book by the pool with its lawn surround or take a walk through the estate. You can also go horse riding or play a round of golf nearby and the closest beach (Alvor), is only a 10-minute drive away.

WARNING NOTES: Family rentals with children under 8 years of age are accepted only with full rentals/exclusive use of the Quinta. This is a working country estate where machinery and farming products abound, and young children must be supervised.

The LIBERAL WING villa has a maximum capacity of 10 guests: Entrance hall. Central open plan living/dining room opening onto the orange tree courtyard. Kitchen with fridge freezer, 4-point electric hob and oven, microwave and dishwasher. Twin/double bedroom (2 beds of 90x 200 cms) with en-suite shower bathroom. Double bedroom (bed of 140×200 cms) with en-suite shower bathroom, suitable for a disabled person/wheelchair user. A larger suite comprising of a twin/double bedroom (2 beds of 90×200 cms) with a small sitting room with sofa bed and a full bathroom, is ideal for a couple with children. Twin/double bedroom (2 beds of 90×200 cms) with en-suite full bathroom. Double bedroom (bed of 140×200 cms) with en suite shower bathroom (direct access to exterior).
On two levels, the DANIEL & BARTOLOMEU COTTAGES will each accommodate 2 guests: GROUND FLOOR with open-plan living/dining room with 2 single sofa beds, kitchenette with small fridge, 2-point electric hob and oven, microwave and coffee maker. Rear access and shower bathroom. FIRST FLOOR/MEZZANINE LEVEL with twin/double bedroom (2 beds of 90×200 cms) with en-suite shower bathroom.

Bedroom & bathroom linen provided for the requisite number of guests changed every 4 days plus at the end of a weeks stay, in the case of longer rentals
High-quality Portuguese bathroom products provided as well as hairdryers
One suite in the Liberal Wing is particularly suited to host someone with limited mobility, and ramps are available for small steps here and there
All twin bedrooms can be made up as a double king size bedrooms with beds of 180x200cms on request
The whole Quinta sleeps 14 guests comfortably, but if your party is slightly larger, there are sofa beds in the suite of the Liberal Wing & on the lower level of the Daniel & Bartolomeu Cottages, available on request
Cot & High Chair (for exclusive rentals only) on request
Safes provided in all bedrooms
All properties are fitted with air conditioning/central heating throughout; there are also wood burners in the Bartolomeu/Daniel Cottages & an open fireplace in the Liberal Wing (wooden logs provided)
All properties have a flat screen 42″ LCD Satellite TV
The Liberal Wing has a DVD player, surround system music system & CD player
All properties offer free WiFi available throughout
The Liberal Wing is equipped with a washing machine & each property has an iron/ironing board; personal laundry can also be done by the housekeeper at an extra cost (see Extra Services below)
Barbeque(s) provided
Fenced-in swimming pool w/roman steps (size 12,5×8 meters, shallow-end 0,80 meters, deep-end 1,60 meters); outdoor shower; poolside shade & sun loungers available; pool towels x 1 p/guest p/week provided

Resident staff live in independent accommodation within the Quinta: daily housekeeping included except National Holidays & Sundays, plus garden & pool maintenance as required
Buffet-style breakfast left ready for guests to help themselves between 9:00-11:00 Hours (fresh bread, homemade cakes and cookies, seasonal fruit, boiled eggs, granola, yogurt, butter, ham, cheese, homemade jam, honey, tea, coffee, milk, orange juice) + other basics included in the rental (toilet paper, shower gel, hand soaps, dishwashing liquid or machine products, salt, pepper, vinegar & olive oil). Cooked breakfast on request in advance, at an extra charge

Cook service, paid locally – 3 courses @ €35 p/adult & €15 p/child (3-12 years of age) p/meal or Brazilian Churrasco @ €45 p/adult (beverages not included); Snacks can also be asked for (see local menu)
Picnic basket, paid locally
Personal laundry & ironing (washing at €20 p/bulk, washing & ironing @ €40 p/bulk), paid locally
Weddings/events of 50 guests maximum accepted only outside the peak season only and all properties on the estate must be booked together; extra wedding/event fee of €2,000 + security deposit of €2,000 applies; wedding/event planner & full event insurance at clients cost

Beaches: Praia de Alvor, 8 kms; Meia Praia in Lagos, 16 kms; Vila do Bispo (the gateway for west coast beaches), 45 kms
Golf: Penina, 4 kms away. Other golf courses located on the Western Algarve are the Alto Club, Silves, Alamos, Gramacho, Morgado do Reguengo, Oceanico, Palmares, Boavista, Espiche & Santo Antonio/Parque da Floresta
Portimão (major shops, municipal market, banks & hospital): 4-5 kms
Portimão Marina: 8 kms
Restaurants & Nightlife: Alvor Village, 7 kms; Lagos Town Centre, 18 kms
Other Must Visit: Castle Town of Silves, 18kms; Monchique Mountains, 26 kms; Sagres & Cape St. Vincent, 53 kms
Autódromo Internacional do Algarve (Racing Track): 13 kms
Alvor Aerodrome (with flights twice a day between Alvor & Cascais, near Lisbon / possible to land private helicopters & aeroplanes): 3,5 kms
Faro Airport: 70 kms

2025 RENTAL PRICES IN EUROS

July & August (minimum 4 nights rental applies but preference given to 7-night stays)

Exclusive use of all 3 properties & grounds (up to 14 guests) @ €2,020 p/night + Tourist Tax

Liberal Wing with shared amenities (10 guests) @ €1,440 p/night + Tourist Tax

Daniel or Bartolomeu Cottages with shared amenities (2 guests each) @ €290 p/night + Tourist Tax

Easter (12-26 April), 1 May-30 June & 1-30 September (minimum 3 nights rental applies)

Exclusive use of all 3 properties & grounds (up to 14 guests) @ €1,550 p/night + Tourist Tax

Liberal Wing with shared amenities (10 guests) @ €1,090 p/night + Tourist Tax

Daniel or Bartolomeu Cottages with shared amenities (2 guests each) @ €230 p/night + Tourist Tax

1 October-30 April (except for Easter; minimum 3 nights rental applies)

Exclusive use of all 3 properties & grounds (up to 14 guests) @ €1,055 p/night + Tourist Tax

Liberal Wing with shared amenities (10 guests) @ €720 p/night + Tourist Tax

Daniel or Bartolomeu Cottages with shared amenities (2 guests each) @ €230 p/night + Tourist Tax

Minimum 4 nights rental but preference given to 7-night stays in high season; minimum 3 nights rental applies other periods; flexible change over days
Check-in after 16:00 hours; check-out before 10:00 hours
Children under 8 years of age accepted only with full rentals/exclusive use of the Quinta
No parties for more than full capacity, no pets & strictly no smoking indoors (penalty equal to security deposit)
Extra services are subject to availability and should be booked well in advance especially in high season; no credit cards accepted locally, only cash
Non-refundable rental deposit of 30% required to reserve the property
Rental balance due 6 weeks prior to start date of rental, non-refundable after this date
Local Tourist Tax applies for all guests over 13 years of age - €2 p/person p/day (up to 7 days) or €14 p/stay between 1 April - 31 October; €1 p/person p/day (up to 7 days) or €7 p/stay between 1 November - 31 March, paid in advance
Security deposit of €200 for each cottage, €500 for villa-only rental or €750 for the whole Quinta, to be paid in advance of rental – this amount minus any applicable charges is refundable at the end of the holiday

VISITORS BOOK

"Another fantastic stay in this lovely tranquil house (2nd time)! Monica's cooking and housekeeping are absolutely outstanding and all staff involved in maintaining the grounds are much appreciated. I am sure we will return again..."

The Hall Family

UK (July 2023)

QUINTA DA DONALDA

"Everything was perfect, again! It was the second time we booked this property and we stayed in the main house (Liberal Wing) which was even nicer. We really liked the decor and breakfast was even better, but we already though it was perfect 3 years ago!"

Catarina Albuquerque

Portugal (August 2023)

QUINTA DA DONALDA

"Our stay here was perfect and we fell in love with absolutely everything! The cottages we stayed in were tasteful and practical. The housekeeper was super and spoilt us with delicious breakfasts. We ran every morning within the peaceful estate but it's also close enough to beaches where we spent part of the day.”

Catarina Albuquerque 2020

Portugal (August 2020)

QUINTA DA DONALDA

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