Rammed earth, orchard and the slow Alentejo
Cerca da Vinha is a traditional Alentejo farmhouse built in rammed earth (taipa), with 225 m² set within roughly 1.4 hectares of orchard, old trees and a bed of aromatic herbs. One kilometre from the village of São Luís, it is a retreat for those seeking rest, nature and the particular light of this region, with the salt-water pool, the fireplace and the wood-fired oven at the heart of the house.
A look around the house
Four bedrooms, room for all
Four bedrooms and three bathrooms comfortably sleep up to 10 guests. Part of the capacity is provided by additional beds in the living room.
Suite
The main bedroom of the house, private, full of light, with its own en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom II
A serene double room in soft tones, wrapped in the quiet of the countryside.
Bedroom III
Spacious and versatile, it sleeps a family with a double bed and a single bed.
Bedroom IV
Another cosy double room, perfect for resting at the end of the day.
The essentials, done right
The house has no air conditioning; the rammed-earth walls keep the interior cool in summer.
Between São Luís, the Mira river and the sea
In the heart of the Vicentine Coast, Cerca da Vinha sits a step from the Rota Vicentina and a short drive from the wild beaches of the Alentejo coastline. São Luís, the nearest village, is just one kilometre away.
Where to eat nearby
A selection of local spots, from the village to the flavours of the coast.
In São Luís
Around
Before you arrive
A few practical notes to keep your stay simple and calm. If in doubt, just get in touch.