Quinta da Palmeira - Country House Retreat & Spa  

Tucked in the Serra do Açor between Lisbon and Porto, Quinta da Palmeira is a romantic 4-star boutique country house retreat in Arganil, about 11 km from the town center. Nearby highlights include Fraga da Pena Waterfall and the Olive Oil Museum, making it a peaceful stopover for nature and culture seekers.

This intimate property has just eight stylish rooms with Select Comfort beds, Egyptian cotton sheets and minibars. Expect quiet, garden-facing rooms, a living room that opens onto a patio, a staircase with a modern stained-glass window and a dining veranda that overlooks village life.

Shady gardens and a palm‑fringed outdoor pool set the scene. The full spa delivers a hot tub, sauna, hammam, steam room, massage treatments and a fireplace for slow evenings. There’s a well-stocked wine cellar, bicycles to rent, a library, on-site parking and a tour desk; wake up to garden-scented mornings.

Small meetings are welcome with a business center and meeting room available. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet keeps you connected.

The on-site restaurant serves international dishes made from fresh local produce and herbs from the garden, with alfresco options and garden views. Enjoy a daily complimentary continental breakfast (9:00–10:30), a bar and poolside drinks, plus limited room service and a curated regional wine selection.