This Pousada on the Algarve/Alentejo border is wonderful: not sophisticated but great views, real people and food cooked by someone who knows the local produce well. The partridge consomme (with plentiful partridge finely shredded hidden in the base) was first class. It's a converted engineer's home with superb views on all sides from the top of a ridge. It is child-friendly but I would not take the 'lively' because of potential hazards if you are too relaxed to watch. Do not go if you need broadband or reliable mobile phone. Drinks ludicrously priced and nowhere else in walking distance to eat but enjoy it for what it is: a superb location with comfortable rooms and a home cook with a heart.

Visited three times have driven whilst enjoying a holiday in the Algarve (90 miles each way just for lunch! but worth it) would recommend walk around lake shore to sharpen appetite, food authentic, dinning room offers panoramic views, never actually stayed, but saving this treat for a special occasion. Absolutely stunning scenery and ambience, only surpassed by the quality of the food and service. 7 year old son made up when water glass filled after each sip.! Formal service without stuffiness. Can't wait to visit again.