Quinta Camarena

Location: Vale de Santa Maria, Cercal, pt

Star Rating: 9.3 Stars

Property Type: Country house

About this Property

Important Information

Policies

Check-in: N/A - Anytime

Check-out: N/A

Amenities & Facilities

• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Swimming pool
• Room service
• Terrace
• Family rooms
• BBQ facilities
• Soundproof rooms
• Facilities for disabled guests
• Massage services
• Packed lunches
• Squash
• Non-smoking throughout
• Concierge service
• Grocery deliveries
• Shared kitchen
• Outdoor furniture
• Coffee Shop on site
• Fruits
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• First aid kit available
• Sanitized tableware & silverware
• Contactless check-in/check-out
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• Guest room sealed after cleaning
• Physical distancing in dining areas
• Process in place to check health of guests
• Access to health care professionals
• Face masks for guests available
• Delivered food - securely covered
• Mobile app for room service
• Happy hour
• Supervised childcare/activities
• Free wired internet
• Snack bar/deli
• Self parking (surcharge)
• Pool sun loungers
• Offsite parking discounted rates available
• Beach yoga on site
• Fitness facilities (surcharge)
• Internet access
• Private picnics
• Art gallery on site
• Wine release events
• Exercise/lap pool
• Japanese garden
• Covered parking
• Secured parking
• Horse riding nearby
• Swimming nearby
• Hosted evening meal (reserve)
• Bicycle-friendly property
• Beach toys
• Guest education on local ecosystems and culture
• Vegetarian menu options available

Rooms Available

• Four-Bedroom House

  The fireplace is a top feature of this holiday home. Boasting a private entrance, this spacious holiday home also comes with 1 living room, 4 separate bedrooms and 4 bathrooms with a shower. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The holiday home also includes a barbecue. The holiday home features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, a dining area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 7 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 8 (8 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Oven
  • Stovetop
  • Barbecue
  • Cleaning products
  • Coffee machine
  • Terrace
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Hand sanitiser

• Apartment with Garden View

  Featuring a private entrance, this apartment consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. In the well-fitted kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment is furnished with a desk and a seating area and provides a tea and coffee maker, a dining area and garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Stovetop
  • Cleaning products
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Clothes rack
  • Toilet paper
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Apartment - Ground Floor

  Boasting a private entrance, this spacious apartment also comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The apartment is furnished with a desk and a seating area and features a tea and coffee maker, a dining area and garden views. The unit has 2 beds.

  Max Occupancy: 3 (3 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Desk
  • Seating Area
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Kitchen
  • Private entrance
  • Sofa
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Dining area
  • Electric kettle
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Stovetop
  • Cleaning products
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Dining table
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Sofa bed
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key access
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser

• Double Room

  The double room offers a tea and coffee maker, a tiled floor, as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower and a hairdryer.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Fan
  • Toilet
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Linen
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Clothes rack
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Toilet paper
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Key access
  • Hand sanitiser

• Deluxe Double Room

  The double room features air conditioning, a private entrance, a balcony with garden views as well as a private bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

  Max Occupancy: 2 (2 Adults)

  • Shower
  • Air conditioning
  • Hair dryer
  • Desk
  • Toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Linen
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Toilet paper
  • Pool towels
  • Bottle of water
  • Trash cans
  • Body soap
  • Socket near the bed
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Key card access

Guest Reviews

• Barbara (10/5): Sentirmo-nos em casa e de coração cheio no Alentejo. - Os anfitriões são uma simpatia e sentimo-nos em casa. Queremos certamente voltar. Uma estadia muito agradável.
• Carla (10/5): - O espaço e o ambiente super calmo e tranquilo.
• Tavares (8/5): Nao vejo hora de voltar - Espaço bem no meio da natureza, com um estudio de yoga incrível, com comida deliciosa e um staff super simpático que nos faz sentir super acolhidos desde o primeiro dia! Recomendo a Quinta camarena como sitio ideal para fugir à correria do dia a dia! Ansiosa para voltar, especialmente para aproveitar mais o estudio de yoga e ler um livro nas espreguiçadeira à beira da piscina
• Kurt (10/5): - Gevarieerd en gezond ontbijt met volop fruit.
• Inge (9/5): Het was een heerlijke week, met name door de geweldige mensen en het heerlijke eten. -
• Roberto & Lifestyle (9/5): - The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. Breakfast was outstanding, fresh, healthy, and prepared each morning with so much care and love. Great location.
• Vera (10/5): -
• Sequeira (10/5): Um sitio de paz e descanso - O sítio excedeu as minhas expectativas em relação ao meio ambiente envolvente, há paz, simpatia de todos os funcionários e o pequeno almoço era muito bom. Amei, com certeza voltarei.😍
• Sandra (10/5): -
• Marilia (9/5): -
• Adelaida (6/5): Mejorable - El personal y las zonas comunes La habitacion no estaba muy limpia, el sofa de palets es muy invomodo,el armario donde tienes q colgar la.ropa huele fatal y tmbien esta el cubo de fregar y la.escoba,el baño es grande pero la bañera esta desconchada y da mal aspecto.
• Ruben (7/5): -
• Luisa (10/5): - café da manha maravilhoso lugar muito calmo
• Paula (10/5): Caminhadas na quinta e espaço para a leitura na tranquilidade do espaço. - Muito bom
• Nir (9/5): - We had the most wonderful time at Quinta Camarena. It is a true hidden gem in Portugal. From the moment we arrived, we could feel how much love, care, and thought has gone into creating this beautiful place. The sustainable concept is not just a feature, but a way of life here. From the delicious, locally sourced food and breakfast to the eco-conscious and thoughtful touches throughout the property. One of the highlights for us was the stunning yoga shala nestled among the trees, a peaceful haven for anyone with a yoga practice. There’s also a well-equipped gym that made it easy to keep up our workouts, surrounded by nature. Just a short 20-minute drive away are some breathtaking beaches, with turquoise waters and golden sand, perfect for a day trip or evening sunset. But what truly sets Quinta Camarena apart is the people. Vera, Cam, and their wonderful team created an atmosphere of warmth, kindness and genuine hospitality that is rare to find. We felt so welcome and cared for during our stay, and that human touch made all the difference. We left feeling deeply impressed by the space they managed to create and of course very recharged, and we can’t wait to return.
• clara (10/5): - Staff muito gentil, café da manhã maravilhoso! O hotel é uma paz, realmente para quem busca se desconectar em meio a natureza.
• Thomas (9/5): Superb - Still dreaming with the extraordinary breakfast
• Stephanie (10/5): R&R to the max! Love Quinta Camarena! - Awesome place to relax with healthy food and amazing hosts in Cam & Vera! N/a
• Rachael (8/5): Very good -
• Honey (10/5): Tranquil oasis in a stunning location, a must visit. - Cam, Vera and the team have created a wonderful, welcoming oasis in a beautiful part of Alentejo. From the moment we arrived we were made to feel really special, on arrival Marco greeted us like friends and anticipated our needs excellently. Their ethos of sustainability and working with local partners really demonstrates all the region has to offer. Rafa's dinners were exceptional (and he's a lovely guy too) and the breakfast from Maria each day was so tasty. We had two yoga instructors during our stay, completely different but both very welcoming, friendly and dedicated. My husband took surfing lessons arranged by Vera and Cam and he loved everything minute of it. We learnt a lot about the region from Vera and got see some beautiful beaches. The area of Alentijo, much overlooked has a lot to offer without the trappings of established tourism: beautiful beaches, stunning countryside, great food, wine and company. What I really think sets Vera and Cam apart is not just the obvious love and passion for what they have created but their dedication to the town of Cercal and their neighbours supporting each other in creating opportunity for all. It's a really special place. There is nothing to dislike at all!
• Flower (10/5): Exceptional - This was a treasure of a find. Beautiful surroundings. We loved the quietness of this place. We could easily walk into Cercal. We were made so welcome and everyone was so friendly and helpful.
• Sophie (9/5): Back to nature stay with a twist of luxury! - The location was perfect - a short car ride to the beach and a quick walk into the local village. The breakfast and drinks were all home made using fresh local produce which was amazing. The owners made us feel very comfortable and looked after us well.
• Monica (10/5): Secluded pearl - Great breakfast, staff was extremely serviceminded, and the atmosphere was very warm and welcoming. Would love to go back! Would have been nice if the room was cleaned during our stay.
• Catarina (10/5): Exceptional - Amazing property. The place sends love and peace everywhere The staff is amazing. If you look for something to relax this is awesome. Even if you look for something to go with kids is exceptional. You have got the peace inside the property but if you look for something more agitated is 15 min car distance. Amazing experience
• Amneris (9/5): Super nice place to connect with nature and relax 😌🙌🏽 - 1) we truly liked the wide spaces for walking, running , the gym has everything you could possible need 2) the room was spacious, new and had a stunning view to the greenery 3) good facilities 4) close to Porto Covo, Villa Nova de Milfontes , beautiful beaches close by 🏝️ 5) Vera was always available via WhatsApp 5) great communication and updates via WhatsApp 6) breakfast has a wide variety if you have a sweet tooth 🦷 7)there is always water and infused water with citrus 8) aircon worked perfectly fine 9) we truly liked the idea of giving bar soaps, which by the way are amazing ! 😍 Here are some things that I wish they consider but it doesn’t necessarily means we didn’t like it. It’s more like a heads up and suggestions ☺️ 1) I missed a bit more of variety on the savory side, we always had the tomato salad, cheese and scramble eggs 🍳 . But it is only because I prefer more savory other than sweet things in the morning. Personal preferences 2) the smell from the sewage was sometimes very strong in the room. My advise open both doors , from the balcony and the main one to allow air to flow by. 3) the toilet was too small 🚽 the door won’t close if you are tall like my husband. Just head up 😂
• Nina (10/5): Left feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Wanted to stay longer. - Beautiful setting, amazingly nutritious breakfast, stunning pool, relaxed atmosphere and superb room set in the hills. Will forever remember the smell of the eucalyptus and pine as we walked to and from our room during our stay. Wonderful. Nothing
• Samuel (9/5): Superb - Rooms furnished with simplicity and good taste. The surrounding landscape is very beautiful and the place is very peaceful.
• Tomer (9/5): Superb -
• Florian (10/5): Great accommodation and great hosts (Recommendation) - The accommodation was clean and perfectly located for hiking at Rota Vicentina or relaxing in the nature. Cam and Vera (the hosts) and Diogo (local supporter) organized everything well. Check-in, the phone number for a local taxi driver and a personalized breakfast with e.g. cookies, omelette, cereals, bread and much more from local producers. I can definetly recommend this accommodation.
• Larissa (6/5): Pleasant - Nice and comfortable living room Breakfast was not served, only some food was delivered to our Apartment for a self organized breakfast.
• Brian (10/5): Beautiful, relaxing stay in Portugal. Can't recommend this place enough! - We really enjoyed our stay here. We were in desperate need of some relaxation and this was the perfect place. The property is beautiful and well-maintained tucked away in the countryside in Alentejo. The hosts Cam and Vera were the best! Cam was a great communicator and willing to help us out with any request. We enjoyed horse riding and a wine tour that Cam was able to arrange with local partners. The on-site staff were great, especially the chef Rapha who's incredibly friendly and willing to accommodate our dietary needs. Every meal was incredible and made with fresh local ingredients, still think about his breakfasts :). Do yourself a favor and check this place out when travelling through Portugal!
• Jose (10/5): Wonderful - The tranquility and beauty. A bit to pricey.
• David (8/5): Enjoyed a peaceful stay in a beautiful place - Nice boutique hotel in the country side not far from the beach. For nature lovers or for a peaceful and quiet vacation The staff, the room, breakfast, relaxed atmoshpere, beautiful surroundings
• Sofia (7/5): Good -
• Vanessa (10/5): Exceptional - I liked everything.
• Anna (10/5): Exceptional - Hospitality of the staff was excelent! Beautiful place which makes you feel like you are at friends home place. Also you can see a lot of effort put into this place: plants, disain, details. And for the animal lovers this is paradise - friendly dogs, cute chickens, cats (small devils 😃) you can pet them all day! Fit and eco homemade breakfast!♥️ Just be aware if you stay in hillside villas - you need to climb a bit - generally it’s doible and even healthy 😃 If you are searching for something autentic and made with love and passion - this is the place! You gonna get all the recommendations from the Vera! She is prepared for all your questions!
• Murilo (10/5): Exceptional -
• Rama (10/5): Exceptional - The location and setting were awesome. Also the breakfast was very nice, simple but everything homemade and local! Really enjoyed our stay.
• Guillaume (10/5): High quality and peaceful - The place is amazing! Cam is so kind and welcoming, we felt like home.
• Dominic (10/5): Exceptionally relaxing, kind hosts - An truly amazing place to stay! The hosts, Vaira & Cam, are remarkable. They went above and beyond helping us with a minor incident! The room and apartment were absolutely outstanding. We felt incredibly relaxed during our stay and definitely plan on returning. A short walk to a lovely little village with a few special restaurants. We have recommended Quinta Camarena to everyone we know. -
• Viveiros (10/5): Beautiful and Romantic. - Excellent breakfast. Comfortable beds, beautiful Quinta. Fantastic hosts, very welcoming. Will definetly highly recommend to family and friends looking for a beautiful experience while visiting Cercal and coastal Alentejo. Nothing, everything was wonderful.
• Fátima (10/5): Exceptional -
• Kamil (10/5): Exceptional - An absolutely fantastic place to stay! The organization is top-notch, combined with a delightful touch of nature. We felt incredibly relaxed during our stay and definitely plan on returning. The hosts, Vaira & Cam, are truly remarkable and have undertaken an amazing project in collaboration with local brands, making the experience even more unique Nada
• Sheila (9/5): Superb - Food was brilliant
• Donna (9/5): a lovely retreat in nature- hope to return for more time to enjoy the facilities - great location in the hiking trails- beautiful setting, lively apartment with fresh fruit, wonderful hosts- Cam snd Vera- such a stunning retreat a few lights were out so it was a bit dark
• Ayça (10/5): Exceptional - Such a peaceful and beautiful place, surrounded by incredible nature! Our host, Cam was very kind and helpful, he made sure we had everything we needed for a nice stay!
• Jakob (10/5): Exceptional -
• Anastasia (7/5): needs more privacy from other guests - very beautiful place, well decorated, attention to the details, swimming pool, disconnecting in the middle of the nature. the bed was comfortable. coffee available for all guests. they rent you a room inside the house and you share the kitchen and dining table with other guests, it was to clear in the booking that we were going to have this type of accommodation. I felt like I was sharing a student apartment. you could hear other guests come and go, the doors are also very noisy, the room was very small. you could also hear the noise from the street. the water from the swimming pool itched my eyes.

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