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Discover Chef José Avillez vacation home in the Alentejo

Written by Margarida Gonçalves | 18-Dec-2023 12:32:00

A house for rent next to the Alqueva, in the Alentejo, with 10 suites, a living room, a library, a bar, a wine cellar with space for wine tasting, a cinema and entertainment room, and a dining room where the chef's signature dishes will be on the table. Want to know more? Keep reading. 

"A unique estate in Alentejo, by the Alqueva bank, with stunning views, total privacy, and the comforts and services of a 5-star hotel. To rent as a single property and live the dream.", Casa Nossa Press Release

Only rented out in its entirety, Casa Nossa - The Lake Farmhouse offers total privacy and the comfort of a 5-star hotel: maid service, meals, numerous facilities, and permanent support from a dedicated team throughout your stay. It can accommodate 20 people or a little more, and the length of stay can be flexible according to availability and considering that, at the weekend, the house must be rented for a minimum of 2 nights.

The 10 suites at Casa Nossa - The Lake Farmhouse, ranging in size from 30 to 67 square meters, have a private patio or balcony, a porch, and king-size beds. In the main living room, which is 180 square meters, there are three seating areas, two fireplaces, a game table with various games available, a piano, a television, a stereo system, and a record player. In the dining room, there is a table with seating for 20 people and another for smaller groups, with seating for 12. There is also a wine cellar with around 800 bottles of over 120 references of the best Portuguese wines, some of which are included in the daily drinks supplement.

In the wine cellar, there is a table with 10 seats for wine tastings and snacks, and on the porch, with 120 square meters and a stunning 180-degree view over the lake, there are several seating areas and dining tables with more than 20 seats. Inside Casa Nossa - The Lake Farmhouse you'll also find a cinema and entertainment room with a giant 2X3 meter screen, a karaoke machine, and a piano. On request, Casa Nossa - The Lake Farmhouse can organize shows. Cocktails are served in the bar and library, and you can count on a DJ to liven up the evening.

The cuisine is of Portuguese origin and signed by chef José Avillez. It includes a selection of traditional and contemporary dishes, and breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during your stay. Meals are prepared daily following the farm-to-table model, favoring seasonal produce, local products, and estate products whenever possible. Picnics can be organized at various locations on the estate, lunches by the pool, wine tastings, and much more.

Casa Nossa - The Lake Farmhouse has two outdoor swimming pools, one infinity, measuring 18 x 8.1 meters, and the other with a hydromassage, heated to around 30 degrees, measuring 3.7 x 4.7 meters, a sauna, Turkish bath, massage cabin, yoga studio, and gym. The private mooring is ideal for water sports. This is where you'll find a boat belonging to the estate for nautical activities with a professional skipper.

If you want to experience this place or simply want to go into more detail, don't hesitate to contact us. Our dedicated team is here to help you every step of the way, ensuring a seamless experience tailored to your needs. Don't hesitate to contact us for reservations or any additional information you may need - we're here to help make your experience exceptional.