You can walk in the woods and reach the beach “Praia da Foz”, less than one mile away from the house. Further, you can find the beach “Praia das Bicas”, where the sport of surfing ocean waves can take place. To the north you'll discover the largest and main beach, “Praia do Meco”, with three miles of white sand e beautiful cliffs. This is the most uninhibited, natural, wild and vanguard beach of the country. On the base of Arrábida mountain you can find various beaches of crystalline water and green hills. Most of these are small coves, with its fine white sand, tranquil waters and special microclimate that challenge mediterranean beaches. You can relax in a bar on a wooden deck and enjoy the sunset looking at the laboring of the fishermen in their traditional colored boats.

The property is located in the surroundings of the Natural Park of Arrábida, a paradise of mediterranean vegetation near the Atlantic Ocean. With a pleasant weather all year round, this is a well known region of lovers of nature and peaceful holydays. The special microclimate of this area, which incites the coexistence of diverse and rare species of fauna and flora, allows one to enjoy nature in the purest state.

History and the passing of time left in this region a remarkable trail of medieval castles, renascence palaces, splendid manors, churches, chapels, convents and sanctuary that allow a meeting with the past. The castles of Sesimbra, Palmela and Setúbal were, in the middle age, part of the defense line of the Setúbal peninsula. These monumental fortresses are worthy of your visit. Isolated in the middle of cape Espichel, rises the monumental pilgrimage sanctuary of Nossa Senhora do Cabo built in the 17^th century and classified as national heritage.

From sport to music, the great outdoors to restless nightlife, here you'll certainly find good reasons to enjoy your stay. Taking advantage of the magnificent natural surroundings adventure and sport are closely tied to nature. To animate your night discover the Aldeia do Meco’s nightlife, with its array of bars and discos.

In a country that has such an extensive coastline, it is not surprising that the sea should be one of the main sources of its cuisine. In the many restaurants of Meco, Sesimbra or Setubal, you can find all sorts of the most fresh and delicious grilled fish and also the best seafood, such as clams, mussels or shrimps. Portugal`s climate and soil, its excellent varieties of traditional grapes and the wisdom and long experience of its vine-growers have all helped to make Portuguese wines amongst the most appreciated in the world. The region of Setúbal, which has given its name to a sweet fortified wine, made from muscadet grape, also produces robust reds and light white wines.