Rustic charm and quality time together

We love living in the city, but at times, especially during our holidays, we prefer to spend a few days away from the chaos. We seek a place where serenity and quietness stands out, where we can unwind and spend quality time together.

Born in Portugal and living in London, we occasionally travel back to our home country to visit family and friends. While we love being with them, we also need some time just for the two of us. This time, we decided to spend a few days in a rural area near the towns we come from.

If you would like to spend quality time with your partner in a rural area, this place is for you!

7 Reasons to visit this place

1. Location

As you can imagine, when we travel to Portugal, our schedules are extremely difficult to manage, and spending quality time together often takes a back seat. We didn’t want to travel far from where our families are based, so we chose to stay at Herdade do Moinho Novo.

Located in Canha, about 70 km from Lisbon, it is easily accessible by car and was the perfect place to escape the city for a peaceful retreat without having to travel far.

2. Stunning natural surroundings

This place is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, including a 60 hectare area of cork oak forest and a saltwater infinity pool with views of the surrounding countryside. This scenic environment offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for relaxation, exactly what we were looking for 🙂

3. Unique and themed accommodations

The property offers eight distinct houses, each with its own theme, such as Forest Home, Industrial Home, and more. These unique designs provide a cozy and inviting atmosphere that blends rustic and contemporary styles, making each house memorable and special.

⭐Our house: We stayed in the Vintage Home. From the wall decorations to the dining and living room decor, it felt like a trip back in time. We even found an old radio and an old TV, the kind our grandparents had back in the days.

Our balcony was stunning, offering a gorgeous view and featuring an old bicycle as part of the decoration. There was also a wooden swing where we could read our books and sunbath at the same time.

4. Countryside experience

Herdade do Moinho Novo initially started as a farm and over time, it has been expanded to this gorgeous place. If you choose this place for an overnight stay, you can go for a walk and explore the farm, encountering cows, goats, ostriches, chickens, and more.

At 10:30, you and your partner can integrate and participate in the daily farm chores such as meet and feed the animals. You can also enjoy other activities such as biking, tractor rides and horse riding. This hands-on experience will allow you to connect with nature and enjoy the simplicity of rural living.

⭐The staff is extremely friendly. You can email them prior to your stay to ask more information about these activities.

5. Privacy

Each bungalow is designed to offer maximum privacy, making it an ideal retreat for couples looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and spend quality time together.

Each house has a private balcony where you can read a book or simply relax while contemplating the beauty of the countryside.

⭐ In our case: We really needed to disconnect from work and our commitments. This place provided us with a peaceful and uninterrupted stay.

6. Gourmet breakfast

We were surprised by the quality and presentation of the breakfast, which includes fresh ingredients from the farm and is delivered in a picnic basket.

When we made our reservation, we booked it with breakfast included, as we normally do. Additionally, each bungalow is equipped with a kitchenette featuring a fridge, hob, coffee machine, microwave, and all the kitchen equipment you might need. Throughout your stay, you can cook a delicious meal together, or if you don’t feel up to it, you can order food from the nearest restaurant.

⭐ There are brochures in your house, or you can ask for recommendations from the staff. We ordered food from a restaurant called “Manjar“, and the food was delicious with good portions.

7. Pet friendly facilities

You can also bring your dog! They have a “dog hotel” with a 24/7 vet, where your dog can stay comfortably with both indoor and outdoor areas.

A peaceful escape together

We booked our accommodation through the Booking app, but you can also check their website and contact them directly. The prices are affordable, and each home accommodates up to four people (1 large double bed and 2 bunk beds).

Herdade do Moinho Novo offers a unique blend of rustic charm and modern luxury in the tranquil setting of Canha, Portugal. If you are looking for a place to spend quality time with your partner, now is the time to book it. As we mentioned above, We really needed to disconnect from work and our daily commitments, and this place provided exactly what we were looking for: a peaceful and uninterrupted stay.

Hope you enjoy it as much as we did 🙂

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