About this property
Casa Saramago is a quaint property, located in Monsaraz, a medieval village classified as a National Monument. The house features an outdoor swimming pool and a garden and is located a 30-minute drive from the border to neighbouring Spain. The confortable air-conditioned rooms include a private bathroom with a bath or shower, heating, TV and tiled floors. All rooms include a view a free private parking is also available onsite. Breakfast is served every morning and is included in the room rate. There are many restaurant options less than 1km away from this Alentejo estate. Notorious for its wines, the region also specializes in dishes such as Açorda de Peixe do Rio (traditional bread-based fish dish) and Bolo Rançoso (almond and squash cake). It is a 55-minute drive to Évora and its ancient walls, Roman Temple and the famous Bone Chapel, a chapel with its inside completely coated in human bones. Every July there is a city-wide festival called “Monsaraz Museu Aberto” where the local culture is on display, including cuisine, crafts, music and theatre. The Casa Saramago is located a 75-minute drive to the Beja Airport, and a 2-hour drive to the Lisbon International Airport.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- 2 swimming pools
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Martin
Portugal“Staff friendly, good breakfast, comfortable beds, good shower, nice pool. Big car park, walkable to restaurants in the village.” - Karen Portugal“Everything was excellent from the friendly welcome to the superb breakfast every moning. Great location for visiting Monsaraz and Alqueva river beaches. The house itself is very interesting , loved the rustic style decor too. Would definitely stay...”
- Martin
New Zealand“The character of the property was unbelievably beautiful the swimming pool was amazing” - Åse Portugal“Very friendly staff. Beautiful and tradional decor. Excellent location. The view was nice. Lovely pool area We ended up with a dead battery when we were about to leave. The owner+ some friends helped us. Really nice”
- Jackie
South Africa“This was such an authentic traditional Alentejo stay. Well situated with good restaurants around the corner. Magical view of the medieval town of Monsaraz up on the hilltop. There's a wonderful fluvial (river beach) on the largest manmade lake in...” - Dawne South Africa“Excellent breakfast. Friendly, helpful staff. Lovely surroundings. Lovely homestead.”
- Cuff
United Kingdom“Location perfect for drive up to monsaraz. Lovely terrace and pool. Restaurants within walking distance.” - Tiago Portugal“The house and rooms were spacious and well-kept, with a traditional style. Breakfast has enough variety to keep you satisfied. The staff was always cheerful and lovely. There's a very nice swimming pool, especially useful in the heat of Alentejo....”
- Ana
Germany“Really good breakfast on the terrace with nice views, calm and green surroundings.” - Denise
Netherlands“Authentic Portugese style accommodation, nice place outside (lots of green and cosey) to have breakfast and a nice swimming pool, very good breakfast. Staff was very friendly! Close to Monsaraz and lake Algueva and dark sky tourism.”
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Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
License number: NºDEREGISTODOTURISMODEPORTUGAL462ALVARáDELICENçADEUTILIZAçãOTURISTICANº12/7/2017
