Nothing comes to mind.

We loved everything about this wonderful accommodation! It proved to be a wonderful haven for us in which we were able to rest and rejuvenate midway through our extended travels. Elke and Suzanna were kind,welcoming and helpful, nothing was too much trouble for them. The daily breakfast was a treat and the beautiful pool was well used by us! Elke was also very informative with suggestions of day trips and excellent restaurants.

Stayed in September 2024

Maarten & Elke have thought of everything to make your stay just perfect! The hospitality, the property, the atmosphere, everything is just right. Highly, highly recommended 😊

Stayed in September 2024

can't think of anything...

The nicest place I've ever stayed in. The hosts, Maarten and Elke, were very personal and friendly. The atmosphere was simple yet of high quality and very comfortable. The room was spacious and had many small but pleasant details, such as a water bottle at each nightstand, a very clean room, and quality equipment in the shower and toilets. The room also smelled perfect. The breakfast offered a different variety every morning, and the staff were very pleasant. The honesty bar located next to the pool was excellent. You could help yourself to a drink, whether it was beer, wine, or water, and it was up to your conscience to pay for it (we paid, of course :-)). Overall, it met and exceeded all my expectations.

Stayed in September 2024

Sofa in room a little uncomfortable but I’m trying to find something negative because we just loved our stay

Nothing was out of reach from breakfasts made to awaken you to a peaceful blissful swim in stunning surroundings We loved it

Stayed in September 2024

Nothing—it was truly above and beyond!

Absolutely gorgeous—every detail was so well throughout and beautiful! Super clean—fabulous pool and lounging area and the rooms were so relaxing!

Stayed in July 2024

Not a thing!

From the moment you enter the property, you feel like you are visiting friends. The hosts Maarten and Elke make you feel so comfortable and are very helpful with suggestions and arrangements. They have thought of every detail to make your stay top-notch. The pool area is spacious and beautiful and so was our room which included a large private patio area. The breakfast was amazing and delicious, made better by Susanna and Katina’s warmth. This is a special place to which you will want to return.

Stayed in June 2024

The only criticism would be to add conditioner but that is so minimal a complaint. Speaks to how lovely the property is.

Lovely location in the hill above Carvoeiro with a quick drive to the beach. Well designed giving a peaceful atmosphere. Hosts always helpful and friendly. Very clean.

Stayed in June 2024

This place was an oasis. The owners were lovely and very helpful giving great recommendations with a really cool map that pinpoints major attractions etc. its a 6 minute drive from seven hanging valley hikes. The room had its own patio and kitchen and was very clean, beautiful, and safe! It had ample parking as well. The breakfast was amazing and the views were phenomenal. Highly recommend.

Stayed in May 2024

This place is a DREAM. Maarten, Elke & staff are so welcoming and wonderful. I cannot recommend a stay here highly enough. I hope to be back!

Stayed in May 2024

Can't think of anything.

In one word, everything. And everyone 😁. It was the best accommodation we ever had. Chic, beautiful, well though and well designed. Elke, Susana and Martin treated us like family and catered to our every need. We will surely return!

Stayed in May 2024

Patios don't get afternoon sun, only an issue in cold autumn evenings really

The family room is very functional, and spotless. Hosts were generous and kind. Breakfast amazing, bespoke offering every day. Wonderful facilities. Games on offer for the rainy days.

Stayed in October 2023

Perched on a hill with beautiful views. Gorgeous pool & lounging area with honor bar. Fantastic breakfast. We had a spacious room with 2 private outdoor areas. 5-10 minute drive to grocery stores, restaurants, beaches. Great location! Friendly staff! Highly recommend!

Stayed in October 2023

The property was in the perfect location right minutes’ drive from lovely and quaint Carvoeiro town and the beaches. It was truly a tranquil paradise perched up high on a hill with beautiful views of the countryside. The Scandinavian chic minimalist decor with clean lines added to the calm ambience. The swimming pool and outdoor decking with sun beds meant there was plenty of room to relax alone and with other guests. The superb breakfast with array of mouthwatering delicacies were five star luxury. And our hosts were the best in the business - so warm, welcoming and attentive. This is a five star experience in every sense of the word.

Stayed in October 2023

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This B&B was located outside of the tourist centres on the countryside, and with only six rooms it is perfect to relax. The pool and the outside area were stunning. Beverages were available for fair prices, which allowed us to socialise a bit with other guests while playing darts or petanque. The breakfast was also very good and it included everything we could ask for. We got a room with fantastic views and a patio with a table and chairs. The room was well equipped with a kitchen and the bed was super comfortable. Last but not least, the hosts Elke, Marteen and the staff Susana were very attentive and helpful. We are very thankful and happy with them.

Stayed in October 2023

Best hotel of our long trip. Incredibly charming BNB. Hostess, Elk, and her staff are so kind. Everything is beautiful, well designed and new. Very relaxing poolside. Breakfast was amazing and memorable. Could not recommend more highly.

Stayed in September 2023

To go home

Hospitality of Elke and Marteen, very beautiful swimming pool (heatend), breakfast was a dream, very quiet and peaceful place with wonderful furniture of high quality, wonderful evening mood

Stayed in July 2023

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The place is absolutely beautiful and extremely peaceful. The pictures are exactly how it looks. The pool is fabulous as is the honesty bar area where we could stock up on fizzy drinks, a glass of wine and a beer. Our room was perfect - with a fab private terrace area overlooking an amazing uninterrupted view. Breakfast was lovely with plenty to choose from. The hosts were indeed very helpful, offering advice on places to eat, booking restaurants and suggesting great beaches for day trips. Nothing we would change about this place. We will be back.

Stayed in July 2023

The perfect holiday destination combines two opposite objectives. You want to feel "at home" but at the same time "far away" from your daily routines and tasks. In "Quinta do Ourives" Maarten and Elke have achieved this in the perfect way. A warm welcome, a family like atmosphere with a barbecue organized for all guests and every morning a lovely breakfast that is more a Sunday breakfast at home than the typical hotel style. Whatever we wanted to do, relaxing at the pool or excursions Maarten and Elke provide any kind of support we needed to make it a perfect stay.

Stayed in May 2023

Beautiful property, well maintained. Very nice and clean bedrooms. The hosts were very kind and provided everything we needed. The breakfast was so good!!

Stayed in June 2023

Absolutely beautiful B&B - quiet and cozy while being a close drive to Benagil Beach or the main town of Carvoeiro. The breakfast was amazing as many have previously mentioned. The hosts Elle and Maarten were so welcoming and kind. I enjoyed every minute of my stay!

Stayed in May 2023

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Property was beautiful and very spacious. Was great to have all of the room on the grounds, including the pool and patio area. The room had lots of room to spread out. The breakfast spread was great and convenient. The host was super friendly and accommodating to all of our requests. The location was very convenient to some beautiful beaches and activities in the area.

Stayed in May 2023

Best place to explore the Algarve! Best situated, best rooms, best pool, best breakfast, best service, very best hosts and staff! Thank you Elke, Maarten, Suzanna and Panela for being so kind and helpful!

Stayed in May 2023

It exceeded every expectation

It is an amazingly beautiful place with outstanding staff-we absolutely loved it!

Stayed in May 2023

Nothing!

We had the best 5 nights at Quinta do Ourives, this is the perfect place to relax and recharge! Maarten & Elka were wonderful hosts, extremely friendly and always happy to give us great recommendations about the local area and things to do. The room was beautiful and clean, we loved having the private patio as well. Breakfast was delicious every morning, everything was super fresh and there was a really varied selection for all tastes. It's all very thoughtfully done, the design of this place is incredible and you have to see it for yourself!

Stayed in April 2023