In Alentejo, a Monte is a linear whitewashed farmhouse, often set on a hill (or monte) surrounded by fields and orchards. A welcoming and comfortable rural escape to pile (montes) suitcases (malas) and enjoy the tranquillity, and harmony of a simple rural lifestyle: a time to rest. Malas a Montes is a collection of unique and curated homes for those who seek to rest in comfort in Portugal: a destination to escape to in a complex world. We offer city, beach and countryside houses with soul, where time slows down.

Welcome to Malas a Montes countryside retreat in Sao Bartolomeu da Serra. We stand by our motto of houses with soul, where times slow down. This set of 3 former rural family cottages has been fully renovated, with all the comforts and is the perfect Alentejo getaway. Embrace slow living & disconnect in one of the 3 houses - the two-bedroom Casa Lisboa or the two tiny one-bedroom houses - Casa Maputo and Casa Manila. Enjoy the calm countryside and cool down in the lap pool. Explore the Santiago trail, local hikes, Roman ruins or the historical churches nearby, indulge in the local gastronomy or escape to the pristine Costa Vicentina beaches a short drive away.

The Alentejo is a bit like the promised land to those who seek to find peace in Portugal. The last haven of calm in a busy life, dominated by traffic, goals, and stress. It is no wonder that so many city folks have made the Alentejo a destination to escape to in a complex world.