A Sociedade Rural

Casa Esteva

A place to dream. Surrounded by nature and ancient stones, this house opens to the forest and sky. Perfect for writers, thinkers, and slow mornings with tea and birdsong.

Casa Esteva among the trees, its green shutters open to the hillside
Three framed prints of trees above a green sofa, a rattan floor lamp alongside

Casa Esteva, with capacity for four guests, is a true haven for those seeking silence and introspection. Its name pays tribute to the esteva (rockrose), the aromatic shrub that perfumes the local hillsides with its white blossoms. This spacious house was designed for those who wish to slow down and deeply relax, with wide, open areas that invite contemplation and rest.

Inside, the wooden ceilings and neutral palette of natural textures create a sense of lightness and purity. Outside, terraces surrounded by native flower beds and aromatic herbs become perfect spaces for meditation, yoga, or simply enjoying the sunset. A private water tank invites refreshing dips, while the cosy bedrooms and bathrooms provide a serene and comfortable retreat.

Ground floor (260 m2)

4 people

2 en-suite bedrooms (double rooms with bathroom)

2 living rooms

1 office

1 fully equipped kitchen with A++ rated AEG appliances

Wood-burning stoves

What you’ll find

Comfort and Rest

Emperor size beds (200x200 cm), double bed that converts to a twin-bed.
100% Portuguese cotton bed linen.
Reading pillows.
Hypoallergenic pillows.
Feather and down pillows and duvets.
100% cotton or wool blankets.
1 bathrobe per room.
1 pair of 100% organic slippers (made only with natural materials) per guest.
Heated towel rail.

Bathroom

Shower and vintage bathtub.
100% Portuguese cotton towels.
Sociedade Rural bathroom products (handmade soap, shampoo and shower gel made with our organic olive oil Azeitona Verde).
Semi-professional hair dryer (2100W).

Climate and Comfort

Individually controlled air conditioning in every room.
Wood-burning fireplaces in bedrooms and living rooms.
Firewood, kindling and matches available in winter.

Technology and Convenience

Free Wi-Fi access.
USB socket.
Bluetooth speaker.
Digital safe.

Drinks and Snacks

Nespresso machine.
Electric kettle.
Selection of organic herbal infusions from the estate and other teas.
Mini-bar.

Leisure and Well-being

1 yoga mat.
Books, magazines and games.

Outdoor and Safety

Outdoor area with garden furniture.
Security alarm.

Services

Daily housekeeping service (kitchen cleaning available at extra cost).
Laundry (not included in the rate).
Breakfast included, if served in A Cozinha (our common area), with Alentejo bread and selected local products.
Access to the farm, orchard and vegetable garden (excluding private/work areas).

Other activities (Subject to prior booking and additional cost)

Picnics.
Guided tours of the estate.
Olive oil tastings.
Horse riding and riding lessons.
Exclusive cycling tours in the region.
Guided archaeological visits.
Basket weaving workshops.
Stargazing.
Birdwatching.
Massages by reservation.
Use of mountain bikes (BTT).

Water spilling into one of the old stone irrigation tanks
A bathroom beyond a linen curtain, seen from the bedroom door
A sitting room under green-painted beams, a deep green sofa facing the open doors
A round terracotta vase of dried flowers and a small bowl on a sunlit table
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Shared places

Rows of vegetables growing under olive trees in the organic kitchen garden

Organic vegetable garden

Ripe oranges on the branch in the orchard

Orchard

The aromatic garden: lavender, santolina and grasses beneath old olive trees

Aromatic garden

The cutting garden in flower, roses in pink and crimson beneath the olive trees

Cut flower garden

Purple irises and yellow broom along the edge of one of the lakes

Lakes

Clear turquoise water rippling across the natural swimming pool

A heated outdoor infinity pool fed by natural spring water

Water spilling into one of the old stone irrigation tanks

Natural spring tanks

The wood-fired sauna cabin standing among cork oaks and scrub

Nature sauna

A horse walking between cork oaks and lichen-covered granite boulders

Riding arena

The kitchen dining room: open shelves, pale oak tables and tall vases of dried flowers

“A Cozinha” - social area, with kitchen, honesty bar, living room and two outdoor terraces

The barn lit from within at dusk, its windows warm against a deep blue sky

The Barn - social area perfect for yoga or celebrations

A wooden deckchair on the terrace, looking out over the wooded hills of the Serra

The Rooftop

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