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Extensive property in spectacular Alentejo location on the river near the sea
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
7 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 12 377 sq m
Popular amenities
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Vila Nova de Milfontes
- Almograve Beach
- Vila Nova de Milfontes Beach
- Furnas Beach
Rooms & beds
7 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 5
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 6
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 7
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 5
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Extensive property in spectacular Alentejo location on the river near the sea
Moinho do Loural is a stunning 10 hectare estate surrounded on three sides by the Mira river with 700m of private shoreline. Originally a working tidal mill, there are several small guest houses that make it an ideal location for shared family holidays.
The main house has a wonderful terrace where leisurely meals can be taken in the shade of a fig tree and at night no other light is visible except from the stars. It comprises a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, both with fabulous views, a twin room, a further single room which gives directly on to the terrace and a beautifully appointed bathroom. There are two guest cottages in the grounds also with terraces and captivating views. A further studio with a glass wall overlooking the river sleeps four and is perfect for children. Everything has been fully renovated to a high specification while retaining the character of the original buildings.
Within the main house there is plenty of space to relax in a large, comfortable, living space and a separate study area. There is an internal dining table that seats up to 12 people and a spacious and extremely well appointed kitchen that adjoins this. A south-facing terrace is shaded by a mimosa tree and there is a large outdoor table hand-made from local stone on the main terrace.
A few metres away is the first guest cottage which has twin beds, an en suite bathroom and its own seating area with fireplace. From here you can meander through the landscaped garden to the pool or on down to the private jetty.
The second guest cottage - about 80 metres from the main house - can be reached via a path that winds through cork trees past an old well. Overlooking an orchard of orange and lemon trees on one side and the river on the other, it also has twin beds, en suite bathroom (with walk-in shower), fireplace and seating area and a wonderfully secluded terrace.
From here it is a few steps to the last remaining tidal mill on the Mira river.
The main house has a wonderful terrace where leisurely meals can be taken in the shade of a fig tree and at night no other light is visible except from the stars. It comprises a master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, both with fabulous views, a twin room, a further single room which gives directly on to the terrace and a beautifully appointed bathroom. There are two guest cottages in the grounds also with terraces and captivating views. A further studio with a glass wall overlooking the river sleeps four and is perfect for children. Everything has been fully renovated to a high specification while retaining the character of the original buildings.
Within the main house there is plenty of space to relax in a large, comfortable, living space and a separate study area. There is an internal dining table that seats up to 12 people and a spacious and extremely well appointed kitchen that adjoins this. A south-facing terrace is shaded by a mimosa tree and there is a large outdoor table hand-made from local stone on the main terrace.
A few metres away is the first guest cottage which has twin beds, an en suite bathroom and its own seating area with fireplace. From here you can meander through the landscaped garden to the pool or on down to the private jetty.
The second guest cottage - about 80 metres from the main house - can be reached via a path that winds through cork trees past an old well. Overlooking an orchard of orange and lemon trees on one side and the river on the other, it also has twin beds, en suite bathroom (with walk-in shower), fireplace and seating area and a wonderfully secluded terrace.
From here it is a few steps to the last remaining tidal mill on the Mira river.
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 72694/AL
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Odemira
Located in Odemira, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. São Clemente Fort and Junta de Freguesia de Cercal Do Alentejo are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Almograve Beach and Furnas Beach. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.

Vila Nova de Milfontes
Restaurants
- Pão, Café e Companhia - 20 min drive
- Paparoca - 21 min drive
- A Fateixa - 22 min drive
- Portal da Vila - 21 min drive
- Rego - 20 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Joanna Buckenham

We are a British family living and working in London. We have had the greatest of pleasure owning and spending time at Moinho do Loural.
Why they chose this property
We bought this property as somewhere to enjoy outdoor activities with our three sons (in better weather than the UK!). We have had many happy holidays with family and friends over the years.
What makes this property unique
The property has a distinctive location that seems to make everyone feel more relaxed as soon as they arrive. The wonderful views and the small cottages dotted around the property made us feel it was the ideal second home where we could welcome guests. It has a lot of history as it was originally a tidal mill and offers the opportunity of trips to the beach for swimming and surfing as well as plenty of activities at the property itself. We often think how lucky we were to find such a unique place.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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