AREIAS DO SEIXO

The rooms, all individually designed, are imaginative and quirky with open fireplaces and either a private terrace with sea view or private garden and very out-of-the-ordinary bathrooms - vast jacuzzi baths and drencher showers. For families and friends, a collection of 3 bedroom villas - with sun terrace, swimming pool and barbecue, offer that additional space and exclusivity. The owners and charming team are passionate about eco-living and actively involve their guests along the way. Meat and fish is locally sourced and the chef will start his day wandering the extensive organic gardens collecting ingredients which will determine his daily menu. In the evenings the fire may be lit to enjoy an aperitif under the stars and dinner can be enjoyed under the pine trees, on the lake or in the cosy and softly-lit dining room.

Suitable for:

• Starry-eyed romantics
• Those interested in sustainability and eco-living
• Families and friends in search of a great beach and country living

Things to do at the hotel

• Spa - with sauna, Turkish bath, treatment rooms and fabulous infinity pool
• Yoga, Chi Kung classes and Pilates
• Get your hands dirty and muck in with a visit to the organic vegetable garden
• On the beach activities range from rod fishing to mussel harvesting
• Walk across the dunes to discover the coastline's wonders
• Collect lemongrass, verbena, melissa and mint from the greenhouse to take back to the hotel and make deliciously fresh tea

Things to do nearby

• Surfing on Portugal's wavy Atlantic coast
• Explore Wellington's Lines of Torres Vedras
• Visit the vast Royal Convent at Mafra, with its amazing library
• Shop for ceramics in the spa town of Caldas da Rainha
• Sintra and Lisbon are within easy striking distance for the day