Das Hotel allgemein
Vila de Alenquer, well known as Vila Presépio, belongs to Western Region, a region of extensive vineyards and hills crowned with mills between a martime coast with extensive beaches and the beauty of the Tejo river. Quinta do Covanco´s excellent location – at the entrance to Vila de Alenquer and 30km from Lisbon – allows you to have a thoroughly deserved few days´ break as well as getting to know other historic sites that are worth visiting such as Lisbon, Sintra, the Mafra and Queluz Convents, Obidos, Nazare and Tomar. Quinta do Covanco dates back to the XIX century and is marked by a rural architectural style derived from the agricultural activities my grandfather performed in the past, namely vines. This imposing infrastructure was adapted to provide every comfort and a family atmosphere to those who visit us. The farm features 6 double rooms (each with en-suite bathroom, telephone, heating and satellite TV), a lounge with open fireplace, a piano and bar and a games room. A number of activities are on hand; such as hiking, trips to the near-by Alenquer, a visit to Montejunto mountain and outings around the local municipality to see historical monuments, to know windmills route, to taste some of best wines of the country in the Wine and Vineyards route.
Die Lage des Hotels
Alenquer is a privileged space between the Tagus Valley region and West Coast of Portugal, where there are several old farms and solar, with green fields covered with vineyards. Here we produce the best wines of the country, their homes on steep amphitheater make Alenquer known as Vila Presépio, and their natural points of reference Montejunto Mountain and Tagus river. Fertile land and great strategic value, between the Montejunto Mountain and the right bank of the Tagus, was the region of transition and occupation by many peoples who inhabited the Iberian Peninsula. There are many archaeological remains that attest the people presence, from the Paleolithic to the "Metal Age", from Roman´s occupation to the Arab. Quinta do Covanco is located at the entrance to Alenquer, only 3 minutes from the A1 motorway and 20 minutes from Lisbon (airport 35Km). Coming from Lisbon or Porto along the A1, you must take the Alenquer/Carregado exit. After the toll, carry straight on toward Alenquer, across the IC2. At the first roundabout, near Alenquer, take the first exit to the right, then left and right once again. Quinta do Covanco is the first property on the left (there are two centenary plane trees at the entrance). There is a bus stop near, 50 meters from the Quinta do Covanco. Accommodation located in village, countryside, rural, near shopping area, near restaurants & bars, near cultural interest, near historical interest, near walking trails, near tennis courts !
Zimmer / Unterbringung im Hotel
There are one twin room and five double rooms. All rooms have traditional furniture. All with ensuite private bathroom, heating, telephone, satelite tv. The bedrooms overlook the pateo and the farm. Breakfast are include in the rates. And it is served between 8h30 to 10h30.
Gastronomie im Hotel
Meals are serve on request. The food served is traditional portuguese food. Also there is a bar.
Sport und Unterhaltung
A number of activities are on hand; such as hiking, trips to the near-by Alenquer, a visit to Montejunto mountain and outings around the local municipality to see historical momuments, to know windmills route, to taste some of best wines of the country in the Wine and Vineyards route. Also other activities are available like golf, tennis, horse riding, massages, boat trips, radical sports.... Outdoor pool is available in the summer. Games room with billards, dards, tennis table and others games. Also there are 2 meeting rooms, "Adega" with 125 m2 and "Casa do Alambique" with 85 m2.
Sonstige Einrichtungen und Services
Children are welcome. Linen included Multi-lingual staff Check in 2 p.m. Check out 12h
