Portugal Destinations

Almond Blossom Villa Rentals specialises in exclusive holiday rentals in Portugal with a personal booking experience. The properties listed are all quite unique and recommended for very special reasons: location, charm, style or standard of service!

GUEST BOOK

"We very much enjoyed our stay. Thank you. The weather was excellent and the food and accommodation were just right."

Moyra & John Horseman

UK (Repeat guests August 2025)

LAVANDULA I

"It's so good to be back in beautiful CASA DA INFANTA; it's more than perfect! We are having a wonderful time. The staff are also always very helpful and attentive, making it very comfortable. The weather has been great too."

Ahmad Cheikha & Family

Qatar, UAE (Repeat guests July/August 2025)

CASA DA INFANTA

"Our family so enjoyed CASA DA INFANTA. It was perfect. Thank you so much for the recommendation for Chef Services - they were excellent."

The Montgomery family

USA (July 2025)

CASA DA INFANTA

“We enjoyed our stay at the THE MANOR HOUSE and the Chef Show Cooking was a fun experience. Thank you.”

Kate Marks

USA (July 2025)

THE MANOR HOUSE

“I should say that we had the most magical time at QUINTA DO TORTO.  We spent hours sitting on the terrace, drinking in the views, taking a coffee, listening to the birds and watching the swallows scoop insects off the top of the pool”

Webster Family

UK (May 2025)

QUINTA DO TORTO

"We all really enjoyed it and loved being able to stay in such an authentic family Quinta amongst the vineyards. The views were even more stunning than the pictures and walks into town easy. Breakfasts were great too and we were so well looked after by the maids..."

Sowerby Family

Norfolk, UK (July 2024)

QUINTA DA BOAVISTA

"Thank you! We had a great time and a wonderful experience thanks to you and the rest of the staff. We are looking forward to next year..."

Cheikha Family

Qatar, UAE (June/July 2024)

CASA DA INFANTA

"Everything is perfect. Thank you so much."

Robert & Sandra Faitell

Arizona, USA (July 2024)

SEA BREEZE

"After sampling a home cooked meal at the Quinta, is it possible to have dinner at the property again tomorrow? We didn't plan it but we don't want to leave here - these women are the best cooks!!"                   

The Lewis Group

USA (July 2024)

QUINTA DA BOAVISTA

"The villa is ideal, has everything you need, and is well located in the Douro Valley. We had a great stay, and Carla (housekeeper) was brilliant at looking after us. Will definitely be back and recommend to everyone! Thank you."

Joe Ward

UK (June 2024)

DOURO VILLA I

"We had a wonderful stay; beautiful house!"

Arena Aviation Group

The Netherlands (June 2024)

CASA DA INFANTA

“Thank you so much Nilza, Maria and Rui. Nilza is an amazing chef - our meals were delicious, beautiful and healthy. And to use local ingredients and fruit from the property was so special.  The property is beautiful and comfortable and so peaceful. We are so grateful to the three of you for an unforgettable experience!”

 

The Connett Family

USA (May 2024)

CASA DOS FLAMINGOS

 "We loved our stay and it was a great success! The pool was used a lot and was quite warm enough. The gym and tennis court were also enjoyed and some played golf at nearby courses while others surfed on the west coast. We had a brilliant meal cooked by a chef. Really appreciated the lovely house with its fantastic views and it proved to be the ideal placed for a family gathering."&...

The Jones Family

UK & Portugal (October 2023)

QUINTA DAS LARANJEIRAS

"Everything was perfect, again! It was the second time we booked this property and we stayed in the main house (Liberal Wing) which was even nicer. We really liked the decor and breakfast was even better, but we already though it was perfect 3 years ago!"   

Catarina Albuquerque

Portugal (Repeat Guests August 2023)

QUINTA DA DONALDA

"It was a great holiday and thank you for all your help. The location of the house was perfect, the garden beautiful and the owner was charming and helpful."

The Moran Family

UK (August 2023)

VILLA VERÃO

“We’ve arrived! Oh wow!!!! The townhouse is perfection!”

Andrew & Esther Stevens

UK (August 2023)

OLHAO 67

 "We had an absolutely amazing time (Lavandula I & II booked together for a large family); thank you! We love Portugal and want to repeat the experience in another location next year; what do you suggest?"                   

Henne Family

Switzerland (July 2023)

LAVANDULA ILAVANDULA II

"Another fantastic stay in this lovely tranquil house (2nd time)! Monica's cooking and housekeeping are absolutely outstanding and all staff involved in maintaining the grounds are much appreciated. I am sure we will return again..."   

The Hall Family

UK (Repeat guests July 2023)

QUINTA DA DONALDA

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