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Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo

Cottage in Santiago do Cacém with private pool and kitchen

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61615 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Cercal do Alentejo
  • Place, Porto Covo Beach
  • Place, Safari Badoca Park
  • Place, Odeceixe Beach

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About the neighborhood

Santiago do Cacém

This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Jardim do Largo Augusto Fuschino and Cercal Touism Information Centre. The cottage includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a fireplace.
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Restaurants

  • ‪Zé Inácio - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪O Pescador - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪La Bella Vita - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Mira Mar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Passarinho - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo

Notes:
From 1 June to 30 September, the minimum booking is 7 nights from Monday to Monday. Check-in at 17:00h and check-out at 11:00h.
Outside this season the minimum booking is 5 nights with check-in and check-out times to be agreed upon.
A cleaning fee of 50 € is charged for each stay.
A fee of 25€/day will be charged for the use of the Bungalow (2 adults).
Internet hotspot available, free of charge.

With a prime location between the countryside and the beach, this 150 m2 house, almost 100 years old, carefully restored in 2015, has been fully equipped and decorated to ensure comfort and tranquility.

The House accommodates a maximum of 4 adults and two children. Plus 2 Adults on the Exterior Bungalow.

It has a suite with a private bathroom, a double bedroom, a social bathroom, a living and dining room, fully equipped kitchen.
All divisions are air-conditioned. The house is equipped with a SmartTV and cable channels.
Outside, the 80 m2 pergola and patio overlook the olive grove and the Alentejo landscape and are decorated with lamps, ottomans, sun loungers, tables, and chairs for alfresco dining. The barbecue is ideal for barbecues on warm summer evenings.

It has also a bungalow 80 meters from the main house, with a capacity for 2 people, and is equipped with a double bed, full bathroom, AC, and outside deck.

5 minutes from Cercal, where you can buy hot bread every day, and where there are supermarkets, restaurants, and a pharmacy.
10 minutes from the beaches of Malhão, Aivados, and Porto Côvo.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony. There's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: dentro de casa não.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dentro de casa não.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25
Property Registration Number 040673/AL

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Villa in Alentejo in Cercal
Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo Cottage

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Santiago do Cacém, close to Junta de Freguesia de Cercal Do Alentejo, Ilha do Pessegueiro Fort, and Ilha do Pessegueiro Beach. Jardim do Largo Augusto Fuschino is also within a driving distance of 3.4 mi.

Is parking available on site at this cottage?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo?

There are many amenities for couples at this cottage, including a private pool and a fireplace as well as an outdoor pool.

Does Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo have a hot tub?

No, but this cottage does have a heated pool.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo?

Yes, every accommodation at Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo comes with a balcony.

Country House in Monte Alentejano in Cercal do Alentejo Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We were just so happy in this beautiful home. It is stylish, and homely, and the position is stunning. Sunshine all day and a choice of beautiful places to sit. The pool is perfect and our boys loved roaming free. It’s so peaceful and you can watch the sun setting. Not easy to put into words how special it is. The best memories made. Thank you Carlos and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful, quiet place for all travelers!

If you enjoy the quiet countryside in a lovely home, but still close enough to many gorgeous beaches or mountains - this is for you! The bed was comfortable, kitchen stocked, everything needed for our week stay. We enjoyed Porto Covo for the small town feel with beautiful beaches, Vila nova de Milfontes for some history and cafes, Evora for a nice day trip. Carlos was a wonderful host providing tips for visiting places and restaurants. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keir M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing villa

We loved our week in the villa. The setting is stunning and the villa has everything you need and more. Comfy beds, great showers, beautifully decorated. Carlos and Claudia also very quick to respond to queries.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dream holiday

We spent 4 nights at Carlos's villa. We arrived late, but Carlos was very kind to organize a smooth check in for us despite us being behind the schedule. Carlos is very hospitable, he was in touch with us all the time throughout our stay in his villa and that made us feel very welcomed in his home. It was a bit hard to find the villa in the dark, so, perhaps, at least some indicative signs could help. When we managed to find the house, we were pleasantly surprised about its interior - everything is even better than it looks in the pictures. We had a good nights sleep and woke up with the sunrise to a dream - the villa is located on a hill, so you get an amazing view of the surrounding crop fields with a flock of cows and storks wandering around, lush orange trees next to the bungalow, crystal clear skies throughout the day and a pleasant breeze to cool you of during the heat. The villa is really lovely, every space is created thoughtfully and has many beautiful design details for you to feel at home. It is well equipped, there was no such thing we missed during our stay. Also the south west coast of Portugal is amazing, we started our trip just here and we can say that precisely this area of Portugal we enjoyed the most. Before our arrival Carlos sent us an email with a bunch of tips for local restaurants, shops, places to visit, etc., which were very helpful. We would like to thank Carlos very much for making our trip unforgettable! Highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Miguel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfeito
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexandre R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing house. The perfect place to relax, with all the comfort. Everything was perfectly clean. The kids loved the pool, the trampoline and all the space to run. Can’t wait to return. The host was very friendly and available to help.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A house to fall in love with

We had fantastic 2 weeks of vacation and can highly recommend it. The house provides the ideal base for activities like surfing or just relaxing and unwinding with its stunning view.The location is very quiet, which we enjoyed a lot, being used to a big city like Berlin. The house itself is charming, built and decorated with love and style. The attention to detail creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. Everything was clean and well-maintained. We felt right at home from the moment we arrived. Contact and availability with the owner was easy going, very friendly and helpful, both upon arrival and throughout our stay, also providing useful tips about the area quickly responding to any questions we had. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maciel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Espetacular

5* local exelente para descansar. Anfitrião muito disponivel e preocupado. Recomendo
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Oase der Ruhe und Entspannung

Sehr schönes Haus, geschmackvoll eingerichtet mit allem Komfort , um sich gut zu erholen. Ein idealer Ort für Ruhe und Entspannung-Suchende in schöner Umgebung, tolle Terrasse, angenehmer Pool! Unkomplizierter Kontakt mit dem Vermieter bei Fragen oder Problemen! Kleine Anmerkung: Die Anfahrt zum Haus gstaltet sich etwas schwierig, da es 1,7 km über einen sehr unebenen, geschotterten Feldweg geht. Hätten wir im Vorfeld eine Info darüber gehabt, hätten wir die Auswahl des Mietwagens danach ausrichten können. Mit einem normalen PKW gestaltete sich jede An- und Abfahrt zu einem Abenteuer !
Stayed 12 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay in a beautiful location

We stayed in the house of Carlos and his family in August 2022 für 2 weeks. The time we spent here was just great. The check-in was done by the local housekeeper and was very nice and easy going. The house itself has a beautiful and really fully equipped kitchen, a spacious dining/living room, 2 full bathrooms and two sleeping rooms with 2 beds each. In addition, there is a cozy little guesthouse on the property with bath and another double bed. The house is surrounded by a large terrace and the pool which we enjoyed a lot. It is cleaned twice a week and water temperature is high, great for the kids. Everything is very clean, the interior as well as the exterior is -to our regard- extremely tastefully designed and we really enjoyed staying at the house. The only difficult decision every day was whether staying at the house and pool or going to the beach; what a luxury problem... 😊 It takes ca. 5 minutes to reach the house from the street via a gravel road which brings you right into nature and away from crowds and tourists. The only thing you hear are birds and the bells from the cows, a perfect place to relax. To the beaches, it's a 20 min drive and many restaurants and supermarkets are also close by. The beaches close by are great, especially for kids and also surfing. We also traveled to the beaches north of Sines and south of Milfontes and liked these even better, driving takes around 35 minutes. Anyway, whatever you search for regarding beach life, you can find it within a short drive. Altogether, we had a wonderful time at this place and would be happy to come back. The house is highly recommended without any restrictions.
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Pieter V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Woningnummer 6709526

nothing but compliments, only 1 tip: a one pager with some local guidances (doctors, supermarkets, need for additional towels/toilet paper). the man that was present at our arrival only speaks portuguese and we didn't. although he was very friendly, he wasn't much of help
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Marta c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bon séjour

Très bon séjour, belle maison, calme et reposante En revanche, l'accessibilité à la maison est compliqué, chemin en terre avec des pierres et trous, dommage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yves C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pour ceux qui recherche le calme et confort

Très ravis de notre séjour. La maison est superbe et au calme. Le tout pas loin de l'océan et de ses plages. L'endroit idéal pour se ressourcer. Pour être critique, il manque juste un carport pour protéger la voiture du soleil très fort en été. Mais la maison est parfaite. Carlos, nous reviendrons! Salutations
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

joão f.

Liked: Cleanliness

Reunião Familiar

Celebrando o primeiro aniversário do nosso primeiro neto, encontramos as condições ideais de espaço, comodidades e bom gosto para o fazermos, facilmente, ao seu ritmo, sem stress nem confusão. Poderíamos, sem dúvida, repetir de bom agrado.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

SAndrine T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Um espectáculo !

Uma casa espectacular, com todas as instalações modernas e bem arranjadas. Um proprietário à disposição para qualquer pergunta ou sujeito.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jerôme H., france

Liked: Cleanliness

Un havre de paix

Une belle maison, décorée avec gout, très bien entretenue et équipée. Nous avons passé une excellente semaine dans cette propriété perdue au milieu des champs où règne un calme absolu, aucun vis à vis ou bruit autre que celui des oiseaux ou des cloches des vaches au loin. Le propriétaire est à l'écoute et vous accueille avec de délicates attentions. A recommander sans réserve.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Cinco estrelas

Que possa continuar assim por muito e muitos anos!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

Tasteful holiday villa

We had an amazing week in Carlos’ villa. The house is tastefully decorated, offers amazing views of the rolling hills of the Alentejo, and is an ideal base to explore the beautiful beaches close by. Everything for a relaxing vacation is available: Spacious kitchen, large terrace, pool, BBQ...
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Fabian B.

Beautiful Villa with stunning View

Beautiful place with everything you can ask for. There was nothing missing and the surrounding view was just stunning. Really quiet and remote area to perfectly relax. Communication with Carlos was always on point and very helpful with anything you need. I hope we will stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDRA F., Paris

Magnifique!

La maison est sublime, située en haut d'un petit mont, elle offre une vue à 360° sur la campagne. La nuit, sur la terrasse, vous pourrez observer les étoiles sans quasiment aucune pollution lumineuse. La maison est décorée avec beaucoup de goût et offre tout le confort moderne tout en ayant conservé son caractère authentique. La maison, bien que très isolée, est située à maximum 30 min de route des principaux points d'intérêts de la région (plages de Milfontes, le village de Porto Covo). Nous vous conseillons la randonnée dans les dunes d'Almograve qui offre des paysages inoubliables. Vous trouverez au village de Cercal, à 5 minutes en voiture, tous les commerces (supermarché, restaurants, pharmacie, boulangerie etc...). En résumé, un petit coin de paradis en Alentejo que nous recommandons sans aucune réserve.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Country Side 15min from the Beach

Awesome location, very quiet and stressfulless! both rooms are great, and kitchen very funcional. terrace with spectacular view, providing great moments. the pool will be a great add!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Stephan M.

Wonderful

Amazing location, perfect decor, very comfortable, we loved it! Plus owners are great and all went according to plan, seamless. We have never had a better experience in a similar rental.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Maite M.

A place for peace and comfort

The house is even better than shown in the pictures. Very clean, full of light and tastefully decorated. It has all you may need and is very well thought. The views are awesome and our kids had a lot of places to explore within the property. There are plenty of wonderful beaches and towns 20-25 minutes drive from the house. Porto Covo and Vila Nova de Milfonrtes, for example, are full of very nice restaurants. In any case the house is very close from Cercal where you can find all you want (supermarkets, pharmacy, health center, …) Claudia (the owner) was very nice and helpful. She had a local contact very friendly in case we could need anything. In short, the property has only one difficulty, … leaving it.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2016