Quinta Monte Portugal

Welcome to one of the most prestigious addresses on the 1800 acre Quinta do Lago estate. The exclusive, ever popular Quinta do Lago complex is widely regarded as one of Europe’s premier destinations. It offers an outstanding profusion of leisure activities and amenities. Not only is it home to five championship golf courses, guests enjoy watersports, cycling, nature trails, tennis, fitness centres, horse riding and the new sports activity centre. There are two excellent shopping centres at the entrance to the estate and a fabulous collection of restaurants. The estate is immaculate with landscaped gardens and sensational villas. The landscape is stunning and unspoiled with rolling countryside interspersed with lush pine forests, stunning green fairways and beautiful lakes. The gorgeous Ria Formosa Nature Reserve is just 350 metres from Quinta Monte with its natural trails, rare migrating birds and its famous bridge over the estuary which leads to miles of breathtaking beaches.
As soon as you arrive at the electric gates of Quinta Monte you will realise that this is mansion living at its best. The gardens are beautifully landscaped with architectural structure and glorious colour. The villa was designed by one of Portugal’s leading classical architects and is built over three floors. Quinta Monte is lavishly furnished and beautifully decorated. It exudes elegance and sophistication and boasts four exceptional bedroom suites sleeping 8 very lucky guests. Quinta Monte offers a very lavish villa experience with the added advantage of hotel services such as maid service five days per week as well as a departure clean, twice weekly linen change, Polo Ralph Lauren pool towels, champagne on arrival and  luxurious toiletries. Guests also receive an excellent arrival pack with a guide to the estate and details of reduced green fees. Guests are also given a bird watching kit with a nature trail map, a bird book and binoculars to make the most of this heavenly spot.
The exquisite entrance hall of Quinta Monte offers a spectacular double height aspect with the ceiling rising to nearly 22 ft. It also boasts an amazing, oversized Flemish chandelier, gorgeous wall tapestries and beautiful paintings. The elegant furnishings complete this sensational space. A sweeping Verdi gris railed staircase leads to a superb galleried landing which looks down to the specially commissioned marble floor of the entrance hall below.The centrepiece of the hall is a large circular table where you will delight in extraordinary flower displays. A large walk-in cupboard under the staircase is useful for suitcase storage.
The large, stylish lounge offers exquisite, sumptuous Duresta sofas and armchairs, a magnificent stone and marble fireplace and patio doors leading to the alfresco lounge area and pool terrace. The desk in the lounge enjoys an all-in-one touchscreen computer if you need to spend a little time answering emails. Double doors connect the lounge to the adjoining library. With a hand made bookcase along the whole of one wall, modern classical furniture including Florence Knoll sofas and Eileen Gray tables, a huge television with Sky channels, surround sound and DVD player plus some excellent music and DVD collections, this is a fabulous spot to chill out at the end of a busy day.
The German designer kitchen will delight the most discerning of chefs. It boasts the very best of appliances, an island and a stylish breakfast area with a circular table and Vincent Sheppard dining chairs. The chefs in your group can easily cook delicious gourmet meals with a superb range of equipment. There is a Nespresso coffee machine, a juicer, an icemaker for your cocktails and even a Magimix food processor. Patio doors lead from the kitchen to the alfresco dining area and barbecue. In the basement, you will discover a very useful, fully fitted laundry room.
Just across the hall from the kitchen is the regal, formal dining room. With an enormous table and chairs, a hand made Persian carpet on top of the smart oak floor, built-in display cabinets, a marble topped serving table and gorgeous drapes, the dining room offers a sophisticated, elegant ambience for grand dining.
One of the four bedrooms is located on the ground floor, a beautifully finished room with comfy twin beds and sensational soft furnishings. The bedroom’s ensuite bathroom offers a large bath and a shower with an extra door to the pool terrace so that there are shower and toilet facilities from the pool area. Like all of the bathrooms, you can soak in the roll top bath with luxury toiletries. There is also an additional, fifth bathroom with a shower on the ground floor, off the hall.
The remaining three bedrooms are located on the upper floor. The grand master enjoys a large four poster bed where you will enjoy the sleep of kings. Each of the bedrooms offers a television with cable channels and an ensuite bathroom. Outside the master is a large terrace with four sunloungers and a parasol. The remaining two lavish bedrooms are twins with elegant, calming decor, ensuite bathrooms with laundry baskets and tissues and terraces. The roof top terrace is reached by a spiral staircase where you can enjoy the wondrous 360 degree views of the sea, the mountains and the surrounding Quinta do Lago estate.
The gardens and terraces of Quinta Monte are equally stylish. The 12 x 6 metre swimming pool is in the garden at the back of the house. It is surrounded by a sun drenched pool terrace lined with eight top notch Bramblecrest rattan sun loungers and parasols. The pool’s underwater lights look delightful when the sun goes down. Guests can enjoy alfresco feasts  using the villa’s outstanding gas barbecue and outside kitchen under the pergola. There are extensive terraces on the ground and first floors, some shaded and others enjoying the beautiful sunshine. An outdoor lounge area close to the kitchen enjoys an electric awning if required. The first floor terrace boasts a second alfresco dining area that can be accessed through two of the bedrooms. It offers sensational views. There is also a further garden table and chairs at the back of the main lawn. The gardens are stunning, designed in formal Tuscan style to compliment the classical design of Quinta Monte. There are many calcada stone paths, lots of box hedging and clipped bushes. The partierre garden at the front enjoys clipped box, urns, majestic Italian cypresses and standard bushes. To the side of the villa is the wonderful orange grove garden and beyond the pool is the lawned garden bordered by tropical plants, shrubs and colourful trees. There are also fountains, benches and urns sprinkled around the gardens. The estate is surrounded by a tall honeysuckle hedge offering privacy. Quinta Monte is amazing, inside and out!Quinta do Lago is a prestigious, upmarket estate surrounded by lush scenery, championship golf courses and excellent beaches. You can take delightful nature trails from the villa onto the Ria Formosa Nature Park or to the nearby lake with its excellent watersports and waterside restaurant. The fantastic San Lorenzo Golf Course is especially close. There are five courses in Quinta do Lago, San Lorenzo, Quinta do Lago North and South, Pinheiros Altos and Laranjal. There is also the Paul McGinley Golf Academy, the TaylorMade Performance Centre and a mini putting course, very popular with the young ones. There are a number of wonderful restaurants within easy walking distance including the popular Casa do Lago Restaurant, The Shack Bar, the Bovino Steakhouse and Casa Velha. The Lago Watersports Centre on the main lake offers sailing, windsurfing, canoeing and pedalos. There is also a floating obstacle course for children. During the summer months visitors can enjoy waterskiing, jetskis and paragliding on the beach. The new CAMPUS Sports Centre offers football, rugby, tennis, padel tennis and cycling. The Bike Shed at CAMPUS is a centre for recreational and competitive cycling with organised group rides several times a week. Guests enjoy walking and cycling around Quinta do Lago and onto the two nature trails on the Ria Formosa. There are two hides for birdwatchers. Guests staying at Quinta Monte are given a birdwatching kit.
It is very easy to shop when staying at the villa. There are two centres at the entrance to Quinta do Lago, Quinta Shopping and the Bougainvillea Plaza. Almancil, a characterful village, is only 15 minutes drive away and offers charming, unique shops. Apolonia is fabulous for international foods and Pingo Doco, a Portuguese supermarket chain has an excellent fish counter. Forum Algarve, a large mall is about 25 minutes away in Faro.
The charming village of Almancil is typically Portuguese. You can wander around the narrow streets, enjoying the galleries and watching the potters busy at work in their workshops. The neighbouring village of Sao Lourenco boasts one of the prettiest churches in the Algarve. It is decorated with stunning azulejo work dating back to 1730. The pretty blue and white tiles tell the story of the life of its patron saint. Almancil’s centro cultural hosts a range of art exhibitions and musical performances. The village also boasts a karting track which is very popular.
Vilamoura boasts endless attractions, including two gorgeous beaches, a stunning state-of-the-art marina, a leading casino, numerous high-class restaurants and chic lounge bars and beach clubs. The glitzy Vilamoura Marina has been awarded International Marina of the Year by The Yacht Harbour Association and has hosted World Championships with hundreds of sailors from many countries. Vilamoura provides mooring and facilities for day-cruisers, glamorous super-yachts and offers a brilliant range of boats trips. Vilamoura is a sporting haven with six renowned golf courses, horse riding, football pitches and a top tennis academy. The Portugal Masters takes place every year at the Victoria Golf Course and defines the Algarve’s position as one of the finest golf destinations of the world. The Millenium Course, the famous Old Course, Pinhal and Vila Sol are all very prestigious and inviting with sensational views. The Old Course is the second oldest golf course in the Algarve. At Excellence Luxury Villas we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning- Private chef/cook/catering- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge- Local day-trips or tours- Airport pick-up/drop-off- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact Excellence Luxury Villas Concierge Team.
Please note that all services are subject to availability and must be requested in advance and that due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. Prices are on request. We will always do our best to fulfil your requests!