We had an absolutely amazing stay at Quinta de Mouraes. This house is a treasure. The photos and description on airbnb do not do it justice. The house is beautiful. It has been tastefully decorated and restored. There are beautiful details around every corner. The furniture is lovely. There is amazing artwork throughout the house. The house is like a small museum. There are 5 bedrooms and each one has its own full bathroom. The outdoor patio and table are perfect. We were a big group and were amazed to find everything we needed in the kitchen, from cooking utensils, to silverware, plates, trays, tea sets, etc. There is a toaster, coffee pot, and microwave too. We were very pleased to find a big basket full of delicious fruit from the gardens and some homemade blueberry jam which was scrumptious.
The pool area is amazing as well. Not only is the pool wonderful but there is a pool house with a bar, fridge and sink. There are boys and girls changing rooms and a bathroom. Chairs, benches, tables, umbrellas, lounge chairs.... such a relaxing area.
The gardens are a true gem. It is like walking through a botanic garden. There are trees everywhere, flowers, water features, ponds, a river.... We loved that all the trees were labeled so we could learn the names. We also saw many animals: koi fish, swans, peacocks.... and we picked our own fruit and blueberries too. The blueberries were delicious!
We loved this house so much that we stayed there the whole time and didn't go out sightseeing.
Antonio takes care of the quinta and he is very friendly, nice, and kind.
This was the perfect family vacation and we will be coming back.