Monte do Lago, Pegões

Perfect location very close to major cities but remote enough to feel one is away from society. Nancy is the perfect host who welcomes you on arrival and explains how we can make use of the 75ha of farmland with plenty animals, lakeside beach and vineyards. Nancy's extensive farmhouse has everything a couple or a family needs to spend a few days of quality time together. The abundance of space and activities both indoors and outdoors invites us to spend a few days in the property. Nancy's attention to detail makes everyone feel special and since evening meals (multiple courses) can be provided one does not want to leave the farm at all!

there’s a pool with salt water - bit plus for water lovers. we loved the animals in the land. and the endless space for the children to run free

this is a family-run business. this place is very old , it smells like it from the beds. and isn’t maintained so well. water did not drain, toilet wasn’t working properly. it was so expansive and not at all leveling up to the price. breakfast is very minimal. it honestly felt like we are not welcome. the host constantly stressed about our children making noise or leaving toys around. I felt like I wasn’t hosted with respect and ease. the anxiousness of her was felt strongly. also the family’s boy wasn’t happy about our children playing in the main space with all the little balls and cars accessible. we thought we will receive a room with 2 bedroom and kitchen - because we are a big family. we ended up shortening our stay and got another room because the rooms were not big enough for all of us and cancelling wasn’t an option. so I basically paid 750euro for 3 nights for our room and 2 night in another smaller room. I don’t think I ever got such low conditions for such a high price - basically 250 euro a night. where you can get a very decent 3 bedroom flat with kitchen and pool for much less.