The village of Santa Clara is on the banks of the Mira river, at the foot of wooded hills below the Santa Clara Lake, one of Europe’s largest and cleanest fresh water lakes. The atlantic coast is a short drive away, and Santa Clara Lake less than 10 minutes.

The region is famed in Europe for its birdwatching. Our location is peaceful, and ideal for swimming, fishing, walking or going on adventures. Archaeological sites from the neolithic and roman eras, and moorish castles are a short drive away.

In the spring the bright colours of the azulejos are outdone by Alentejo's blooms - mimosa and jacaranda blossom compete with the wild flowers, and the fields turn a lush green before the dry summer heat.