Respecting its century-old country history, Horta Vermelha - Rural Tourism has been renovated with care, keeping its uniqueness.

You are in the country, but not isolated.
You will be in control of your time and your feelings, whatever you decide to do.
You may choose to relax in the private comfort of the cottages and surrounding olive and walnut groves.

You may take a day out, exploring the region’s beautiful landscape, world heritage cities, towns and castles.
Or you may go winery hopping, savouring the renowned quality wines.

We invite you to take in the richness of the area with independent spirit, at your own pace. Even if you are in a working mood. Have you imagined being linked to the world under the trees?

You may check each Cottage availability, price, description and amenities in Bookings, following the steps until pressing the "Continue" button.

Please contact us, for more information.

Horta Vermelha is fully Licensed and Registered as "Country Cottages/Rural Tourism" with no. 673 RNT, Portuguese Tourism Board

Some direct written reviews and notes from our guests:

Bonjour,
We enjoyed our stay in your house. Everything was fine ! The flowers were in full bloom.
The location is ideal to visit the villages around. I recommend it !

Thank you for your attention and kindness throughout the process. In fact, we were all pleasantly surprised by the condition of the cottages, good taste and the shown friendliness. One realizes that your project was implemented with great passion and professionalism. You have also agreed that the choice of Françoise, as your collaborator, is spot on. In addition to her genuine kindness, she also boasts a unique sense of humor!!
Overall I would like to congratulate you and wish the best of success for the future. At this stage of hard times, examples like "Horta Vermelha" makes me more optimistic for the future.

Regards,
Zé Pedro, Carolina, Daniela and Vasco (translated from Portuguese)

When we arrived here, we thought we had reached heaven!
This is a hidden treasure - very rare to find (especially when travelling and booking from overseas!).
We have come here from Canada for our first visit to Portugal, and this will have some of our fondest memories, indeed!
Peace and quiet, yet friendly and plenty to do and see in the surrounding towns and areas.
Some things we have done while here to recommend are: watching the cows and sheep come down the hills with a glass of wine! (...)

Yes, our stay at Horta Vermelha was excellent.  We loved the peaceful and graceful surroundings, and the people we met in Borba were very friendly and open.  Unfortunately (or fortunately !), the weather was so hot, so walking was limited to a couple of hours in the cool of the early mornings.  We did venture out on one of your walks, but had to turn back when the heat became too much.  Oh well – just had to find a quiet bit of shade and curl up with a book!
Françoise was an exceptional ambassador for your place and the region as well, and we enjoyed her visits and advice.
I would love to visit again in the cooler months, and by car, so that we could explore the area more fully.  Maybe if we are able, we will try to come again in the springtime.
Thanks very much for everything.