Nature house in Alcaria Ruiva
Alentejo, Portugal
- 4 persons
- 1 bedroom
- WiFi
- Swimming pool
- Pets allowed
The nature house is located in southern Portugal, Alentejo, between the Castro Verde IBA Biosphere Reserve and the Guadiana Valley Natural Park and only 18 km from the lovely historical town of Mértola, whose roots go back to classical antiquity. We are dedicated to sustainable tourism, nature conservation and agroforestry. The three rooms available for accommodation were originally barns. The buildings were restored keeping the rammed earth (taipa) walls, the traditional technique in Alentejo, while adding a bathroom to each room. In the case of the Celeiro Grande (Large Barn), the room is 25 m2 and the bathroom (with shower) is 9 m2. The wood-oven house was repurposed as a small support kitchen for the guests. There is a small pool and an outdoor space where you can lounge and take your meals. The yard contains a native hedge, several fruit trees and many herbs. The nature house is registered as local accommodation.
Nature and surroundings
The land has significant landscape and wildlife interest. The property is crossed by an intermittent stream, the Ribeira de Alvacar, and it is located within a Natura 2000 area (Castro Verde IBA Biosphere Reserve). As such, it is a great place for birdwatching and many unique species can be seen here (e.g. Iberian imperial eagle, great bustard and black-bellied sandgrouse). Within an area of 180 ha there are several paths for nature walks and biking and you are free to roam. You might spot rabbits, hares, partridges and fallow deer. Most of the land was reforested with pine trees (Pinus pinea) in the 1990s, but there are also traditional olive groves, a small vineyard and various orchards. We collaborate with Mértola's Biodiversity station to monitor the species that occur. As Mértola is one of the least populated areas in Europe (with approximately 5 people/km2) you are sure to find peace and quiet here.
Facilities
- 1-pers. sofa bed (2x)
- 1 pers. trundle (2x)
- Parking (2x)
- Internet access (WiFi)
- Fire place
- Wood stove
- Car charging station
- Drinking water
- Hot water
- Electricity
- Garden (shared)
- BBQ
- Garden furniture
- Terrace (covered)
- Patio (shared)
- TV
- Swimming pool (shared) 12 m2
- Bicycles available (free) (2x)
- Cot (1x)
- Dog bed
- Dog bowl
- Kitchen (shared)
- Fridge/freezer
- Sanitary facilities
- Bathroom (1x)
- Shower
Location
Reviews
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PatrickSeptember 5, 2021General rating:
Super espace dans un petit village tranquille!
Super espace dans un petit village tranquille!
Nature, peace & environment:Entouré de nature!
Entouré de nature!
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Good to know
- Check-in: 3:00 PM- 8:00 PM
- Check-out: 7:00 AM- 11:00 AM
- Contactless stay possible
- Out of respect for nature: silence between 10:00 PM and 7:30 AM.
- Minimum age of main booker: 18 years.
- Smoking is not allowed in this nature house.
- No fireworks are allowed at this Nature House.
- No parties or events are allowed.
- Waste separation is mandatory in this nature house.
Additional house rules are listed in the terms and conditions, when you place your booking.
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116096/AL
Sustainability
- Off grid or supplied with 100% renewable Energy
- Natural Insulation materials
- Built with natural building materials