Herdade Do Freixial - Turismo Rural

We stayed as a family of 9 in 2 apartments and 2 rooms for 6 nights. It was the 4th year that we stayed in the region in locations on the upper end of the spectrum (approx. 270€ per night/room). Our expectations were high due to the great website and the price we paid for it. Overall we were quite disappointed with our stay, as the experience did not match what was announced. Being fair, some aspects were positive: - The location – close to Vila Nova de Mil Fontes, services, restaurants and beaches. - The view and balance with the surrounding nature. - The friendliness and diligence of the staff. - The swimming pool layout. - The breakfast. Unfortunately these did not make up for the rest. We were frustrated by several negative points: - Facilities in overall poor condition and degraded, some posing risks to customers (example: stairs with broken boards and loose screws and full of splinters). - Treehouse space inoperative and destroyed. - Most of the grass dried and arid. - Rooms with furniture needing repairs, and one incident with water leak in one bathroom. - Low standard for the cleaning service, only doing the bed and not vacuuming properly the rooms. - One incident with cockroaches in one of the bathrooms with rotten furniture under the sink. - Multiple services unavailable - poolside bar permanently closed, no yoga classes, no food delivery service by surrounding restaurants. We complained to the management and they were quite receptive to our criticism, and we were reimbursed in 10%, promosing us that they would work on all the points above. We were told that they were operating since 2010, and the biggest problem of this property is that the Website is showing it during its glory days, more than a decade ago. We felt deceived, as there is a blatant desinvestment in maintenance and services by the management at the expense of the customer. We paid premium, and we were expecting premium; instead we got below average standards which you can find for a third of the price. I really hope they can turn it around for the survival of their business and the friendly staff who are working there.

The view and the beautiful surroundings. Great breakfast.

The location and obvious vision are stunning. Service excellent. Beds and pillows very comfy. Sadly the place seems to be past it's prime, overall the property is just a bit... tired. Shower door came off track when we opened it. Hot tub nice but not very clean. Pool freezing this time of year. We don't mind shabby chic and the kids had a great time. Would love to see the place brought back to its glory, such a beaitiful peaceful location and great staff. Huge potential.

Lovely location, close to Milfontes and beaches. Super pool with a bar that is open in the afternoon and early evening. The staff are very friendly. The website is misleading, however, featuring a yoga studio which hasn't been built yet! There is no yoga as advertised, and no fishing which is also advertised unless you have a licence! It would be helpful to have an aerial photo of the property with each type of accommodation clearly marked as it is hard to know what you are booking. Having been once, we would return but armed with the information we now have. It is a lovely spot.

This was a very relaxing place to stay. We had an apartment with a terrace. The grounds are extensive with lovely views. We had the pool to ourselves for most of the time. We are a retired couple and loved it but it is an ideal place if you have children. There was a large paddling pool, a trampoline and bikes to borrow. A breakfast buffet was available near the pool. The pain chocolat were the best I’ve ever had!!