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The area is an archeoligists dream with several neolithic burial grounds (antas) near by.Nature lovers can enjoy birdwatching, biking, horse riding and walking.The nearby lake of Alqueva now offers boat trips, fishing and wonderful spots for picnics.Histoircal Monsaraz has several restaurants and craft shops with local woven products and pottery.S.Pedro do Corval is the biggest pottery village within the Iberian peninsularMonte Branco also hosts various activities...yoga, painting, cooking workshops
The nearby Neolithic burial grounds (antas) and standing stones (mehirs) are from 3,000 BC. Recent excavations have discovered a whole Neolithic village
Monte Branco has some of the oldest olive trees in the area, one even is dated by a geologist as more than 2,000 years old
Monte Branco is an oasis of palm trees, a relief from the hot summer sunshine. Spring is a wonderful contrast, the fields being a splash of colour with an abundance of wild flowers
The area is an archeoligists dream with several neolithic burial grounds (antas) near by.Nature lovers can enjoy birdwatching, biking, horse riding and walking.The nearby lake of Alqueva now offers boat trips, fishing and wonderful spots for picnics.Histoircal Monsaraz has several restaurants and craft shops with local woven products and pottery.S.Pedro do Corval is the biggest pottery village within the Iberian peninsularMonte Branco also hosts various activities...yoga, painting, cooking workshops
The farmhouse is situated on the edge of a little hamlet in the heart of typical Alentejano countryside, with its ancient olive trees, corn and sunflower fields. Peace and tranquillity is only interrupted by the sound of birds and goat bells. The nearest village of Motrinos is 1 km away, a short walk for local shopping, fresh bread, and fresh goat’s milk cheeses. The historical World Heritage town of Monsaraz set within its ancient fortified walls high on the hill, is about a 5 km drive; there are several excellent restaurants...
Monsaraz, a historical World Heritage site, is a medieval walled town, dating back to before Moorish times of the 11th century
The Pool area is communal, partially shaded by palm trees, and acovered dining/barbecue area with large slate dining tables.The arch is the perfect spot to enjoy a cool drink at sunset time
A converted Barn, is a large (150m2 ) communal room with Bar/Kitchen, 2 w.c.'s; ideal for parties, workshops, meetings, special celebrations ( a wedding ceremony under the ancient olive tree) family gatherings, or just for guests to relax next to the big fireplace, or on the shady varandah with a magnificient view across the fields to Monsaraz. Catering available.
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