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Vila Monte Farm House is a beautiful, family-run hotel set in the stunning countryside of the Algarve region of Portugal. It is on a working farm so guests can enjoy fresh, locally-sourced food during their stay. The farmhouse has been lovingly restored and offers a range of modern amenities while retaining its traditional charm. Below is an overview of what you can expect during your stay here.

Overview

Octant Vila Monte is an authentic farmhouse reference. It features timeless simplicity and a rustic, local atmosphere. The Algarve environment is reinterpreted with the integration and fusion of its elements. Moreover, each Vila Monte Farm House room is unique in its way.

Octant Vila Monte is a typical Algarve-style home in Moncarapacho, Portugal's Olhão municipality. It uses natural wood and whitewashed surfaces to create bright, airy spaces. It covers nine hectares and includes orange and olive groves, gardens, and ponds. There are also two outdoor swimming pools and a tennis court.

Four buildings house the 55 rooms and suites. Vera Iachia designed the interiors of the hotel. She previously worked with Andy Warhol, Jacques Grange, and others. The hotel also offers a variety of activities. These include fishing in Ria Formosa boat and other boating tours. There is also seafood tasting and trips to Olhao with the chef from A Terra restaurant. Guests can also enjoy jogging trails outdoors and watching open-air movies in the summer months.

The farmhouse is known for its simplicity and genuineness. It also has a BOHO-CHIC spirit. Besides, explore the A Terra restaurant for delicious cuisine. Visit the desert island beach or get lost in the gardens' nooks. And there are no excuses when you have a heated pool at Vila Monte Farm House.

Location

Vila Monte sits within easy reach from the main motorway that runs through the Algarve. Faro airport is a 25-minute drive away. The hotel also sits amongst rural olive groves or glossy-leaved Orange trees. Olhao is the nearest town. It has a vibrant fish market, a shop, and a waterfront lined with restaurants.

Style and Character

The interiors are simple and clean, thanks to Vera Iachia. It highlights the exquisite quality of light in this area of Portugal. Besides, the high ceilings with straw reeds and chimney pots are original Moorish features. Driftwood lamps frame sofas.

The lobby has large windows that open onto the bustling kitchen. It also features a deli with fresh local salts and olive oils. Not to mention the welcoming open fire pits. This charming farmhouse has been upgraded to luxury with butler service in its new Suite Collection rooms. It is evident in the details like the bright, fresh flowers from the garden you'll see on every table.

Service and Facilities

The garden comprises two heated swimming pools, tennis courts, a gym, and a chef's dining table. Here, dishes can be prepared in the shaded fig trees. Guests can also watch classics like Out of Africa and The Sting during the evenings. And you can easily spend summer days at Fuseta Island Beach or in Rio Formosa Natural Park.

In high season, a shuttle bus can take you there, or a boat will ferry you to the golden sands. Also, every Monday morning, yoga classes and horse riding are available. You can also borrow bicycles for free. Besides, the local staff is highly knowledgeable about the area and friendly.

Rooms and Suites

There are 55 rooms and suites. These split into whitewashed Moorish structures within the garden. Many clusters around a bougainvillea-clad, fountain-filled courtyard or along an avenue lined by orange trees. Six suites make up the new Suite Collection. One has two bedrooms and two baths from its shared sitting area. That is the Family Corner Suite. Five remaining suites include butler service, private gardens or solariums with hammocks, or both.

Some rooms also have private balconies and large beds with canopy mosquito nets. Others have white-on-white shower rooms with pale blue trim and eco-toiletries. Moreover, each room has a Panama hat, a wrap, and a wicker basket made locally.

Dining

À Terra Restaurant offers more than just a place to eat; it's a way to live. Inspired by nature's bounty, A Terra invites you to come and visit the cozy spot where you will cook with your heart and love. This is a restaurant that serves home-cooked food. Its philosophy is one of continuous service and sharing. It uses many local ingredients, including olive oil, salt flower, and locust beans.

Josper and the wood-fired oven are the "main actors" of this bakery. You will find traditional pizzas, bruschetta, and baked goods in the oven. Rice with fresh vegetables, salads, herbs, and gratin from the Algarve is also available. Dessert is a shared affair. There are delicious pies, homemade ice creams, mousses, and even sweet coffee.

Also, visit the Space Orangery Restaurant. This is a journey through Algarve traditions while catering to all your senses. It would be best to walk the orange-grove path that gives it its name to get there. You can feel the heat breeze and the scent of the trees as you walk. You will then pass the arcades before you enter the restaurant. The building has a high, impressive ceiling.

There is also a tiled floor that is very warm. The Algarve is famous for its white walls, similar to the ones found in North Africa and the Mediterranean. The Algarve is also known for its large amphorae made of woven wicker. Besides, Laranjal restaurant at the hotel has a new concept after reopening.

Takeaway

Vila Monte Farm House is a beautiful, family-friendly hotel in the Monte countryside. The hotel offers a range of facilities and services to make your stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. These include an adults-only pool, a tennis court, and a gym. There is also a restaurant serving sumptuous cuisine. You will have a good time here!