Liz, Alex and their young family were looking for a ‘slow living’ lifestyle in southern Portugal. They ended up in a lovely spot with a beautiful garden and a refreshing swimming pool, where they started a small B&B. It’s contemporary, but not aimed at hipsters or influencers; it’s for people who want to slow down and connect. The perfect place to discover the beautiful surroundings, or simply do nothing at all. A lovely Local Hideaway where Liz and Alex’s attention to detail makes you feel right at home.
In their search for the right place for their new life, Jack and Walter found a beautiful old building in Olhão (Eastern Algarve) where a notable doctor once lived with his family. After an intense renovation, they were finally able to open the doors of their fantastic hotel: an inspiring place where ten rooms, a roof terrace with a small pool, a coffee shop with the most delicious French pastries and a gallery guarantee a wonderful stay. Not to mention the breakfast… divine!!! A great addition to my beloved Olhão!
A famous French shoe designer opening a hotel in Portugal… it sounds a bit strange, doesn’t it?! But Christian Louboutin has loved coming to the west coast in the Alentejo below Lisbon for years and also has his own home there. So it was a logical step to unleash his creative brain on a new small-scale luxury hotel in authentic Melides.
He created a beautifully eclectic place where his love of art and travel come together in perfect balance. Of course, with every comfort and quality.
This Local Hideaway represents the Douro Valley at its best and is its personification. A feast for the senses and absolutely worth a stay. A fantastic wine estate, for connoisseurs, epicureans and outdoor enthusiasts. Combine your citybreak in Porto with trip to the Douro Valley and you have the best of both worlds!