Welcome to Paradise!

Quinta do Barranco da Estrada,

(aka "The Quinta" or simply "Paradise in Portugal"),

is a friendly, unpretentious, ecologically sensitive, lakeside Lodge in
southern Portugal with excellent service. 

It is surrounded by unspoilt countryside which is home to a wide 
variety of wildlife and birds.

With numerous activities on offer and authentic International
cuisine, there is something for everyone at The Quinta.

 

Authentic Cuisine


Authentic Cuisine

Prepared with local ingeredients and served in a homely atmosphere.

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Eco Friendly


Eco Friendly

Running entirely off solar energy, holidays at the Quinta are kind on the environment.

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Wildlife & Nature


Wildlife & Nature

Take a tour with one of Portugal’s most experienced Birding Guides

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Sawdays Clean and Safe charter

Santa Clara-a-Velha eco friendly hotel

Secret Places Authentic Places to Stay

"The best discovery of all. Almost instantly I have a deep

sense of wellbeing... a dreamy little hotel."

Home and Garden

 

Set in a beautiful lakeside location in the south-western corner of Portugal, the Quinta is surrounded by
unspoilt countryside with a wide variety of wildlife and rare birds in its garden and surrounding countryside.

The essence of the Quinta is a small, intimate holiday retreat for peace and relaxation. It boasts a
blend of traditional hospitality, “International home-cooking” cuisine and a friendly atmosphere
with excellent service.

The Quinta has 8 double en-suite rooms, a Family Suite and a Honeymoon Suite. It has 2 large
drawing rooms with log fires, sauna, a roofed terrace, a vine covered terrace and various lawns
within the 2 acre garden that drops down towards the water.