Lua Branca, a magical paradise

Adega de vinho Adega de vinho is the former winery and wine cellar of the Quinta. The wine that was made here, was very famous in the area. Now, the cellar serves as a luxurious guest house with stunning views over the valley and mountains of Spain. It has a private entrance and consists of a bedroom with three beds, a nice bathroom, and patio doors give access to a private terrace. Bed linen and towels are provided. If required, we serve breakfast in the dining room of Casa Lua or outside on the terrace. Ageda de Vinho can be combined with Casa Santa Maria so that this kitchen facilities of this houses can be used. Description of the Quinta The quinta, built around 1827, is a lovely authentic and fruitful property, consisting of spacious terraces covered with a rich variety of trees and plants. Clean air and flowing clear water make this property a true paradise. Crickets, bees buzzing, chirping birds, and somewhere in the distance the sound of ringing bells of sheep and goats are typically familiar sounds. High in the sky a bird looking for prey. The spring ensures an exuberant colourful splendour of wild flowers and plants. The wealth of trees give plenty of shade, which is especially very pleasant in the hot summer months. In all these sounds and excess you experience a kind of rest, freeing up ear and eye for the beauty of nature. The high altitude of the property makes the view over the valley and the mountains impressive. In the night hours a spectacular starry sky is visible and the moon creates a mysterious lit atmosphere. The quinta is named after this particular light the moon is giving. From the quinta you can enjoy hiking through forests and farmlands. Marked with ancient stone walls, paths lead you through olive and vineyards, past cork oaks and citrus trees, abandoned ruins, which determine the atmosphere of unspoiled times. It is more the exception than the rule to run into someone. The medieval town of Portalegre is on the other side of the mountain and is accessible by foot or car within easy reach. Until the purchase in 2008 Lua Branca was abandoned and overgrown, waiting for a new owner with an eye and heart for this hidden paradise. Therefore a project was started with the goal to create a centre for consciousness and inspiration. The renovation started in 2010 with the renovation of the main house, the old servant house and a large ruin that once served as stables. This was done with care and attention to detail, harmony, beauty and (environmental) quality and with respect for the architecture of the farmhouse and its surroundings. Now, the main house is occupied, the servant house is transformed into a comfortable guest house and the ruin is rebuilt in a large group space. Below the main house was a old winery which is now made into a guestroom as well. If all houses are done, we are able to provide up to 16 people with a wonderful time at our quinta! We like to inform our guests about the many attractions, restaurants or other events. The guests will have acces to the swimming pool, loungehouse with outdoor kitchen and barbecue, gardens and the old waterplace. Common room in Casa Lua (group room) for breakfast and internet. We are practically always present and we love to personally welcome all our guests. If we are not there as we let our guests always know in advance. We are happy to inform our guests about the many attractions, hiking trails, restaurants or other events in the area. From the estate you can make lovely walks through the woods and fields. The ancient stone walls with marked trails lead through olive groves and vineyards, past cork oak and citrus trees, abandoned ruins, which determine the atmosphere of unspoiled times. It is more the exception than the rule to meet anyone. There are daily bus-connections from Portalegre to the surrounding villages / towns, as well as to Lisbon and Porto. We serve a 'continental breakfast' which consists of coffee / tea, freshly squeezed orange juice or a superfood smoothie, yogurt, granola, fresh bread, croissants, eggs made to order, assorted cheeses and homemade jams. Breakfast is not included. The price is € 10 per person. We respect the privacy of our guests. Only on request the room will be cleaned or towels replaced.