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Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant

4.0 star property

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Food and drink
Porch
Rooftop bar
Family Room
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$357
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June

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Foros do Vale Coelhinho, Cercal do Alentejo, Santiago do Cacém, 7555-231

Room options

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • Garden view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Exclusive Room

Exclusive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Room

Traditional Double Room

  • Garden view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Santiago do Cacém

A family-friendly stay in Santiago do Cacém awaits you at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant. You'll be 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Junta de Freguesia de Cercal Do Alentejo and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Jardim do Largo Augusto Fuschino. Highlights at this Tuscan country house include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free continental breakfast. .The restaurant, MESA, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The country house's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the kids' swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to ecotours and bike hire. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and spa services. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Santiago do Cacém country house include Cercal Touism Information Centre and Church of Sao Luis.
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Getting around

  • Lisbon (LIS-Humberto Delgado) - 126 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mute - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Zé Inácio - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Alma Nomada - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪O Pescador - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Mira Mar - ‬25 min drive

About this property

Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant

Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant offers its guests an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Spa services, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the family-friendly Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tuscan-style Santiago do Cacém country house.

  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 5 buildings
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant offers 35 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, and hairdryers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • MESA

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Spa services

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 5 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Tuscan architecture
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 16 January and 27 January.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 45 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 200 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 45 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 5619

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for spa treatments. For reservations, contact the country house before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Herdade da Matinha
Herdade da Matinha Country House
Herdade da Matinha Country House Santiago do Cacem
Herdade da Matinha Santiago do Cacem
Herdade da Matinha Country House Restaurant
Herda da Matinha tiago do Cac
Herdade da Matinha Country House Restaurant
Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant Country House
Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant Santiago do Cacém

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

Yep, Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

As of 9 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant on 18 Jun 2026 start from NZ$357, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

The closest beach to Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant is Beach of Franquia (11 km).

Is there a spa on site at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant have a pool?

Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant has an outdoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant.

Is Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's pool and babysitting services, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant is a hit with families.

Does Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant serve breakfast?

Yeah, free continental brekkie is offered daily between 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Herdade da Matinha Country House & Restaurant Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 71 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed here several times—always love it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great resort to relax and enjoy the area! Food was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a hidden gem. Booked last minute and were absolutely blown away by what we found. It rained the day we were there so we cozied up in one of there beautifully appointed nooks and read. The breakfast was incredible and included Definitely would come back. The staff and grounds were so welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is very beautiful. It is quite rural and very charming. The decorations in the main building are so lively and comfortable. The original paintings by the owner are great. The whole staff is incredibly friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. The food is wonderful. There is wonderful hiking right out the door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet, relaxing, beautifully appointed with stunning artwork and objets d'art Herdade da Matinha is a top choice for an escape from mundane tribulations. The restaurant menu is limited but the food is excellent served in a relaxed but sophisticated atmosphere. I do wish the staff were better trained but the overall expedient was superb.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The space is isolated and peaceful. Everything about the restaurant, the meals, the staff, is absolutely perfect. The main pool is desperately lacking proper shade to spend the day. The reception staff is helpful and you can WhatsApp them directly, which is very convenient. However, there is an odd light arrogance at reception whenever questions are asked or issues are shared.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Like a dude ranch. Must have been 1000 acres it was a 2 mile drive up a dirt road just to get to reception
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy stay with great atmosphere and service

We went a little off-season and not many were there. The place is located in the countryside with lovely surroundings. The inital plan was to go into the little town of Cercal for dinner in elthe evening, but we changed our plans and stayed for dinner at Matinha instead. That was a good decision... the food was very nice and typical rustic traditional Portuguese food. Loved it. Everyone was super helpful and serviceminded. It was a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

MARLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O lugar é muito interessante o quarto bastante confortável a Carolina recepcionista espetacular o jantar foi francamente mau
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Um retiro no meio do campo

Staff impecável e hotel muito bonito e acolhedor
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Giselle

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Razoável

O hotel é muito bonito e aconchegante, contudo, a iluminação noturna é insuficiente, o jantar é menu fechado e não servem nenhum outro prato existente no cardápio. O problema é que o hotel fica há 5km de qualquer comércio, o que te obriga a aceiatr o menu oferecido, ou ficar com fome. A arrumação do quarto também não corresponde a um hotel 4 estrelas. Além disso, eu fiz a reserva indicando que queria pagar no hotel, pois pagaria em dinheiro, e quando fui fazer o checkout, eles ja haviam debitado o valor do meu cartão, sem a minha autorização.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nuno

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente

Maravilhosa estadia num sítio idílico para descansar e aproveitar os encantos rurais. De destacar a enorme simpatia dos colaboradores.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Niall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Relaxed haven

Gem of a hotel - place is a converted farm at the end of a 3km dirt road. Central building with reception restaurant etc and various smaller buildings with the accommodation. The while place has a slightly hippy feel to it - but with comfort and good food. Very friendly and helpful staff. Public rooms are very welcoming - a variety of eclectically decorated lounges - some partially open which actually make you want to spend time there - lounging. Dinner was a fixed menu - very well executed. Breakfast was also very nice. Room was comfortable and a decent size. It is nice to see a properly lit hotel room with the lights in the correct places - i.e. the ceiling. A few condition issues - shower had not been properly sealed to plaster on the wall was in trouble and the shower itself could have done with a light. Somewhere I will definitely return to.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful property with plenty of space to just relax, reading a book and enjoy the nature. The only sound that you will hear will be the sound of the birds. The downside it's the lack of choice for dinner since you have to stick with the whole menu.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay, will come again.

Amazing, relaxed and perfectly located
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Idyllic stay in beautiful surroundings.

Idyllic stay, Pleasant, and helpful staff, Great food. Photographs on website need updating.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fim‑de‑semana em família

Herdade super acolhedora e com uma decoração fantástica . Todos os espaços muito confortáveis o que nos faz sentir em casa. Serviço óptimo, todos muito prestáveis e com atendimento personalizado por parte do dono da herdade que nos deu dicas boas para fazer um passeio pelo campo. Pequeno-almoço óptimo. Quartos familiares com capacidade para 3 crianças, o que muitas vezes é difícil de encontrar. Resumindo, muito bom!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Consigliato

Struttura immersa nel verde. Se desideri stare lontano da qualsiasi cosa e un ottima scelta. Pulito. Staff gentile. Camere molto carine e confortevoli. Arredamento originale.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
J'ai beaucoup aimé la situation de la résidence et l'amabilité du personnel . Il n'y a rien à améliorer , tout était parfait
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The food is very good. The staff extremely friendly. Lovely decoration.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

At the heart of Alentejo

This great hotel is perfect for spending time around Alentejo. If you want to go to the beach, do some hiking or just relax and enjoy the countryside, this is the perfect place! They also have an amazing dinner service which offers a different menu every night. Will definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great time. Beautiful surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal para famílias e casais.

Espaço maravilhoso com ambiente rustico e cheio de classe. A comida é maravilhosa e têm comida apta para bebés. Ao almoço não servem refeições, apenas tostas. A rede wifi é fraca e não chega ao quartos. O passeio a cavalo é espetacular e não devem perder. A simpatia do staff contagia. Recomendo vivamente esta experiência.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Laure

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

La nature préservée

Une parenthèse enchantée dans un cadre verdoyant L'accueil simple et sincère complète ce tableau pour un séjour forcément trop court 🤗
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019