Herdade dos Grous

Magnificent country estates like VILA VITA's 'Herdade dos Grous' are nestled in beautiful countryside composed of olive groves, cork oak forests and vineyards, located just 11 miles from Beja (direction Lisbon).

Along the way you will see picturesque white villages on hilltops surrounded by fortified walls – testimony to long and fierce battles against the Moors.

'Herdade dos Grous' (estate of the cranes) is an exquisite country estate that offers tranquillity and unspoilt nature on more than 1700 acres. Splendid colourful gardens, 240 acres of artificial lake, vineyards and olive groves await our guests. Our visitors can learn all about horse breeding, olive plantations, organic farming and the cultivation of top-class wines like our own red wine, awarded 'Best red wine of Alentejo 2004'.

The fabulous gardens, an infinity pool overlooking the 98-hectare man-made lake, ancient olive groves and fruit-laden orange groves attest to the fertile quality of this unique landscape. This is a space of pure relaxation, serenity and detachment from everyday life.

Herdade dos Grous welcomes their guests in 24 hotel rooms. Each of them is furnished in regional style and with love to detail. They feature modern amenities. Furthermore, some of them have their own fireplaces for romantic hours.

Enjoy the idyll and charm of the country estate with great view over the artificial lake.

We invite you to turn your stay into an unforgettable experience. Wine cellar visits with wine tasting, guided tours across the farm on foot, on horse, by tractor or in a hot air balloon – discover the unique appeal of Herdade dos Grous.

Certainly the most comfortable way to get to Herdade dos Grous is by helicopter. You will enjoy a bird's eye view of this magnificent countryside, the vines and the artificial lake from the same perspective as our eponyms: the cranes.

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