Quinta do Freixo

This quinta is a very special place. It's location is excellent, in the mountains inland from the Algarve coast (about a 20-45 minute drive from many of the main coastal towns and a great base for exploring them). It is an agrotourism and farm-to-table property, in that they grow the produce on the farm and serve it in the full-service restaurant on the property - including the delicious jams they serve for breakfast. Breakfast was delicious - included freshly baked items, yogurt and fresh fruit, eggs, pancakes made to order. The rooms were upgraded and modern, yet in keeping with the simplicity of the farm setting and preserving elements of the original property. There a many hiking trails, and a pool, and simply beautiful landscape to enjoy. The farm has been in the family for generations, and the owner hosts a farm tour on a tractor and wagon twice a week (Tuesday and Thursday) in which he explains the history of the farm and their regenerative farming practices. There were some annoying small flies around - seems to be a seasonal thing in the early spring. It is a farm, after all, and such things come with the territory. We had some insect repellant wipes which did the trick.

Last minute overnighter but wish we could have stayed for much longer! Lovely welcome by the exceptionally cool Marcelo. Beautifully clean, simple though well appointed room. Gorgeous views and lovely pool. We enjoyed a delicious and well priced dinner and fabulously relaxed and tasty breakfast, much of the produce being home grown or locally sourced. We’d love to return. Thank you so much