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Fat Head Mount
Cottage in Viana do Alentejo with free breakfast and an outdoor pool
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Breakfast included
- Pool
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Fireplace
- Air conditioning
Explore the area

Alcáçovas, Évora
- Historic Centre of ÉvoraPlace, Historic Centre of Évora37 min drive
- Praca do GiraldoPlace, Praca do Giraldo38 min drive
- Évora CathedralPlace, Évora Cathedral39 min drive
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About the area
Viana do Alentejo
In Viana do Alentejo .Stay at this Viana do Alentejo cottage and you'll be within 16 miles (25 km) of Escoural Cave and Dolmen Chapel of Sao Brissos. Anta Grande do Zambujeiro is within 16 miles (25 km) and Adega da H. das Barras is within 20 miles (32 km).
What's nearby
- Historic Centre of Évora - 37 min drive - 39.7 km
- Praca do Giraldo - 38 min drive - 40.0 km
- University of Évora - 39 min drive - 41.5 km
- Évora Cathedral - 39 min drive - 40.4 km
- Barragem de Pego do Altar - 43 min drive - 44.4 km
Getting around
- Évora Station - 28 min drive
Restaurants
- O Barrela - 20 min walk
- Estação das Alcaçovas - 7 min drive
- Mostra de Doçaria de Alcaçovas - 16 min walk
- Cafe Sao Pedro - 20 min walk
- Sabores da Vila - 16 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Fat Head Mount
Monte da Cabeça Gorda is a rural property with 2.725ha (27. 250m2),
located in the village of Alcáçovas, municipality of Viana do Alentejo, district of Évora.
It operates, at this time and since 2006, as a Space Tourism unit
Rural, in the Country House category.
With an excellent solar orientation (East, South, West) it also enjoys
of a privileged view over the Alentejo landscape.
The property is located on the urban boundary of the town of Alcáçovas (Capital of the Rattle, considered by UNESCO as World Heritage Site).
As for its location, two characteristics qualify it:
For one
side is very close to the town center and the services it offers
(commerce, restaurants, banking and public services, pharmacy, Chocalho Museum and Paço dos Henriques etc.) and on the other
side in an environment inviting to tranquility with absolute privacy.
It is also important to mention its proximity to urban centers of special
interest, such as 30 minutes from Évora (Cidade Museu - declared
UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986), 35 minutes from Montemor-o-Novo, and 1 hour and 35 minutes from Lisbon. In addition, it is 34 minutes
Alcácer do Sal and 55 minutes from the beaches of Comporta and about 1km from the famous National Road N2, the longest in Europe and that crosses Portugal from one to the other (Chaves - Faro)
The so-called Mother House with:
▪ Four double rooms all with a private toilet, one
large living room, smaller living room, dining room,
fully equipped kitchen and guest toilet.
Another body built is called Apartments.
This building consists of:
-Four apartments all consisting of one bedroom, installation
toilet, kitchenette with dining area and living room with sofa bed.
In addition to the rural outdoor space, there are other spaces
exteriors that deserve special attention:
▪ Large terrace equipped with an interconnecting pool
the two buildings, allowing frank experiences
outdoors in absolute security and privacy;
▪ A continuous terrace along the apartments, allowing the creation of
autonomous zones for each of the guests;
▪ A terrace equipped with an outdoor oven, community for over 200 years, constituting the outdoor dining area, par excellence
Monte da Cabeça Gorda also has available for its guests, free private parking, garden, satellite TV and Free Wifi. Assistance to guests in: Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.
located in the village of Alcáçovas, municipality of Viana do Alentejo, district of Évora.
It operates, at this time and since 2006, as a Space Tourism unit
Rural, in the Country House category.
With an excellent solar orientation (East, South, West) it also enjoys
of a privileged view over the Alentejo landscape.
The property is located on the urban boundary of the town of Alcáçovas (Capital of the Rattle, considered by UNESCO as World Heritage Site).
As for its location, two characteristics qualify it:
For one
side is very close to the town center and the services it offers
(commerce, restaurants, banking and public services, pharmacy, Chocalho Museum and Paço dos Henriques etc.) and on the other
side in an environment inviting to tranquility with absolute privacy.
It is also important to mention its proximity to urban centers of special
interest, such as 30 minutes from Évora (Cidade Museu - declared
UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1986), 35 minutes from Montemor-o-Novo, and 1 hour and 35 minutes from Lisbon. In addition, it is 34 minutes
Alcácer do Sal and 55 minutes from the beaches of Comporta and about 1km from the famous National Road N2, the longest in Europe and that crosses Portugal from one to the other (Chaves - Faro)
The so-called Mother House with:
▪ Four double rooms all with a private toilet, one
large living room, smaller living room, dining room,
fully equipped kitchen and guest toilet.
Another body built is called Apartments.
This building consists of:
-Four apartments all consisting of one bedroom, installation
toilet, kitchenette with dining area and living room with sofa bed.
In addition to the rural outdoor space, there are other spaces
exteriors that deserve special attention:
▪ Large terrace equipped with an interconnecting pool
the two buildings, allowing frank experiences
outdoors in absolute security and privacy;
▪ A continuous terrace along the apartments, allowing the creation of
autonomous zones for each of the guests;
▪ A terrace equipped with an outdoor oven, community for over 200 years, constituting the outdoor dining area, par excellence
Monte da Cabeça Gorda also has available for its guests, free private parking, garden, satellite TV and Free Wifi. Assistance to guests in: Portuguese, English, Spanish and French.
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- Washer
- Dryer
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Outdoor pool
- Private pool
Internet
- Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Limo/town car service
- Car available
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Free breakfast available
Bedrooms
- 8 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 9 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
- Iron/ironing board
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Garden
- Property does not allow children
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
- This property does not allow children.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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.
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number 61
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