Grand House

Immersion in the Secret Algarve

On the border of Portugal and Spain, the eastern Algarve is still a well-kept secret. In the small historic town of Vila Real de Santo António, the Relais & Châteaux Grand House has just reopened its doors. With it, the splendour of the Roaring Twenties has been reborn. Portugal's rich history can be read in the details of the Belle Époque architecture as well as in the furnishings, which blend Art Deco with memories of the colonies. The 30 rooms and suites, adorned with antique objects and crystal chandeliers, invite guests to take a step back in time with elegance. In the Grand Salon, awaken your taste buds to Portugal's gastronomic heritage by savouring the chef's local cuisine. Down by the sea, at the mouth of the River Guadiana, the Grand Beach Club houses a trendy restaurant and an infinity pool overlooking the golden sands. Lovers of relaxation will certainly appreciate the Grand House's beautiful exclusive beach, located just 3 km from the hotel. Sipping a cocktail in the evening air, accompanied by the sound of a grand piano, watch the sailboats on the Guadiana river drift towards the nearby Atlantic: Grand House embodies the authentic longing Portuguese.

STYLE

A superb Belle Époque hotel that plunges the visitor into the charm of the Roaring Twenties

SITUATION

In Vila Real de Santo António, the eastern extremity of the Algarve in southern Portugal

CAPACITY

24 Bedrooms & 6 Suites with elegant decor blending Art Nouveau, Baroque and colonial touches

HIGHLIGHTS

Authentic Portuguese cuisine, a Beach Club with a swimming pool and an unspoilt beach facing the Atlantic

THE EXPERIENCES

  • Grand Beach Club & Grand Beach Point beach
  • Exploring the Ria Formosa Natural Park by boat
  • Visit to the Castro Marim salt marshes, salt tasting and relaxation in the mineral spa
  • Guided tour of Vila Real de Santo António
  • Beach horse riding
  • Algarve gyrocopter flight
  • Visit to an oyster farm or olive oil producer
  • Painting session with a local artist

THE EXTRAORDINARY

Grand House offers an ideal pied-à-terre for exploring the eastern Algarve and its treasures: superb beaches far from the crowds, picturesque centuries-old villages, authentic seafood cuisine, unspoilt nature reserves... And between excursions, relax by the pool at the Grand Beach Club while admiring the blue of the Atlantic Ocean, a signature cocktail in hand. For a more complete Algarve experience, Grand House can be combined with Vila Monte Farm House.

ETHICS

Grand House minimises its environmental impact by offering a limited number of rooms and consequently welcoming fewer guests. Its location in a quiet area of the Algarve, off the main tourist trails, offers peace and unspoilt nature while supporting the local economy. Grand House sources its supplies from local producers and favours organic farming for its catering.