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The essence of Paradise in Portugal is a small intimate holiday retreat for peace and relaxation. It boasts a blend of traditional hospitality International home-cooking cuisine and a friendly atmosphere with excellent service.Set in a beautiful lakeside Quinta in southern Portugal the Quinta is surrounded by unspoilt countryside with a wide variety of wildlife and rare birds in its gardens and surrounding countryside.It has 8 double en-suite rooms a Family Suite and a Honeymoon Suite. It has 2 large drawing rooms with log fires a sauna a roofed terrace a vine covered terrace and various lawns within the 2 acre garden that drops down towards the water.It lies just north of the Algarve in some of the most remote and unspoilt countryside in Europe and is a small oasis on the shores of a vast freshwater and mosquito-free lake.The Quinta nestles in the wild hills of the lower Alentejo - a sparsely populated region of exceptional and unique beauty. It really is rural tourism at its best.The best discovery of all. Almost instantly I have a deep sense of wellbeing - a dreamy little hotel.House and GardenFor more than quarter of a century the Quinta has provided a haven for those from near and far to spend some time away from the rat race.Its sheltered position and micro-climate allow an abundance of plants to flourish in the fruit and flower gardens offering peace and privacy to guests many of whom are happiest lazing in the sun at the water's edge.The quintaessentials of beauty and fine company. We ate en famille and well...home grown vegetables and home baked breadThe Mail on SundayThe lake right on your doorstep and one of the largest in Europe (with an average summer temperature of 82F) is a refreshing (and unpolluted) change from the sea but for those who like beaches the Algarve as well as the spectacularly unspoilt West Coast is only an hour away.Though close to the Algarve it's relatively unknown with a busy day being the sight of over five boats and in the summer the Quinta's mature fruit and flower gardens lead guests down to the shore where a variety of watersports are on offer overlooked by the lawns close to the water's edge.Appetites are constantly charged .... No danger of A Room with a View squabbles hereCountry LivingThere are marvelous walks in the vicinity and a complete absence of traffic noise the whole year through the latter a priceless asset in the hustle and bustle of the modern world.The restricted number of guests ensures comfort and personal service. The perfect place for a get-away-from-it-all-break ... some of the most remote and unspoilt countryside in EuropeCountryThe Quinta's ten en-suite rooms are airy cool and comfortable and the bathrooms are spacious.Much of the excellent home-made food is fresh from the organic garden - honey from local hives free-range eggs bread baked daily on the premises and of course fish from the lake. ... a rest cure where I could laze about and dream. You don't want to overdo it in a place like thisThe Daily TelegraphBut if you want to be active there's plenty to do - sailing canoeing fishing swimming and walking and there are a variety of speciality courses on offer notably Birdwatching (and Nature Loving in general) and Shiatsu massage.The Birdwatching is guided by the resident owner Frank McClintock and covers the whole of southern Portugal while the Shiatsu is undertaken by his wife Daniela of the Hara Shiatsu Institute of Vienna.The Quinta is also suited to large families or special interest groups looking for exclusive private accommodation.But whatever your interest - however you like to get away from it all - for total relaxation in a truly idyllic part of the world there are few places to rival Paradise in Portugal.

Property Location
When you stay at Paradise in Portugal in Odemira, you'll be convenient to Barragem de Santa Clara.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in of the guestrooms featuring fireplaces. Kitchens are outfitted with refrigerators, microwaves, and cooking facilities.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as wireless Internet access (surcharge) and a fireplace in the lobby.

Dining
A complimentary breakfast is included.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services and a library. Free parking is available onsite.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
The preferred airport for Paradise in Portugal is Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 70.7 km / 43.9 mi.

Distances are calculated in a straight line from the property's location to the point of interest or airport and may not reflect actual travel distance.

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Near the beaches of the coast of S. Vicente in Alentejo surrounded by a breathtaking mountain landscape and close to Santa Clara dam you will find the Pousada de Santa Clara-a-Velha hotel. The view from its balconies and swimming pool gives you the tranquility and relaxation you need. Its peacefulness is ideal for shooting fishing water sports or even for a rest in perfect harmony with nature.This nature hotel is very close to the Natural Park and Vicentine Coast where the beaches are very appreciated and known.

Property Type vacation Hotel- Bed And Breakfast Hotel year Built 1971 year Remodeled 1996 ratings stars 3 Stars additional Hotel Description the Original Building Where Today The Inn Is Placed Was constructed Jointly With The Dam That It Was Inaugurated in 1969. Initially It The House Of The Engineers Who construction The Barrage Remaining Itself Thus Until being Acquired By The Enatur And Being Reopened As Pousada de Portugal In 1979 With Reduced Lodging Capacity 6 rooms Only. In May 1994 The Inn Closed For Workmanships of Remodelling And Magnifying Under The Trace Of The architect Correa Guedes Reopening In May 1996 Already with 19 Rooms The Official Inauguration Happened One Year later In May 1997 Remaining Itself As It Is Until The present.