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Philosophy

We opened our doors in the summer of 2012. We then started to design and build accommodations, and created an atmosphere where we ourselves would like to go to – light, air, space, privacy, enjoying nature, good food, coziness, and luxury. That is also the reason why we keep Vinha da Manta small and thus intimate, with a certain amount of exclusivity. We run the company ourselves, which means that everything is done to maintain our own high standards. We are constantly improving what we have created, and makimg it even better, year after year. The result of our efforts is reflected in the high ratings we receive on sites like TripAdvisor (Certificate of Excellence 2017) but also by being chosen as one of the “best holiday destinations 2015” according to The Guardian and one of the “30 best holiday spots 2016” according to The Sunday Times. Besides numerous small articles, we are extensively featured in two Dutch lifestyle magazines, the Seasons in August 2013 (8 pages) and the VT-Wonen in August 2016 (10 pages). For more information, see our Press page.

We are constantly seeking for a way to provide our guests the best holiday experience possible, and at the same time we have a clear ecological conscience. We combine “green” with luxury. We are committed to protecting the relationship with the land, the local community and the natural environment, which goes well with a luxurious, outdoor holiday. That is also the reason we have a natural pool, cleaned only by plants and with water better than from the average tap. Our own springs provide us with the purest of drinking water. We use local sustainable wood to build the platforms for the canvas lodges, and our fixtures and furnishings are designed in conjunction with the shapes and colours of the surrounding landscape. We grow as many of our own vegetables for our restaurant as possible (all organic), and source our honey, cheese, eggs, and milk locally whenever possible. Our fruit trees, vines, fig trees, and olive trees are also organic. Total darkness is now a real treat, so we try to minimize light pollution with soft solar lighting. These are all just examples of the first steps we are taking, small but durable ones, to be able to share a new way of seeing the world with our guests.

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Our reviews

  • star rating  I have never felt so immediately welcomed as I did at Vinha da Manta. Menno and Jacqueline (and their kids) went out of their way to make my stay amazing.... read more Not only was the hospitality amazing, the food was incredible and the views were great. I had an amazing time getting to know both Menno and Jacqueline and their three sweet kids. I am already looking forward to my next visit. Thank you for treating me like a good friend and for making me not want to leave! Hopefully this is a 'see you soon'!

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    Loren W
    June 6, 2016
  • star rating  This was one of my most favourite places that I have visited. It was just beautiful. The Fonte lodge with the dipping pool and being a little higher in the... read more hills was just wonderful. Somewhere you can just relax in peace and tranquility with a...More

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    avatar thumb Carl H
    June 3, 2016
  • star rating  We stayed a full week at Damanta and we were sorry that we could not stay any longer. Menno and Jacqueline are very nice hosts that are warm, friendly,... read more and know how to cook! You feel part of the family the moment you enter their...More

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    avatar thumb DeMies
    July 3, 2015
  • star rating  We stayed a full week at Damanta and we were sorry that we could not stay any longer.

    Menno and Jacqueline are very nice hosts that are warm, friendly,... read more and know how to cook! You feel part of the family the moment you enter their house.

    We had a lodge (we are not supposed to say the 'T' word) with four adults. It is a beautiful lodge, with a kitchen block, a sleeping area (nicely separated two double beds in our case) and a nice veranda and sitting area. We even had our own little 'pool' with fresh running cold water! Super for an early morning dive!

    The pool is very beautiful. All natural with many lilies in the water and frogs on their leaves.

    The breakfast is very nice. Perfect fresh bread and hand made jams. Fresh juice, yoghurt with stuff and local cheese.

    The diner (Menno makes a delicious dinner 3 times a week) is restaurant class. All fresh from their garden (if possible) and create combinations. You eat with all the guests together in a very nice atmosphere.

    We did quite some hikes from Damanta. Menno knows where to go and even guided us on a walk to the river. The region is very pretty and has lots of opportunities to hike and swim!

    I would recommend this for everybody who likes nature, friendly people and a holiday away from the crowds.

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    Mischa C
    July 3, 2015
  • star rating  Excellent place, at the border of sierra d'estrella. Several walks available, both short and easy or longer. Very friendly staff. Chef worthy food by the owner. And his son is... read more learning fast to follow his footsteps. Chill natural pool on the premisses.

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    paulsP6345JN
    August 31, 2016
  • star rating  Wij hebben met onze groep wandelmeisjes (allen 60+ en deels 70+-ers) een heerlijke wandelweek gehad in en om Vinha da Manta. Jacqueline en Menno hebben alles gedaan om het ons... read more naar wens te maken, zij hebben een prachtige programma voor ons samengesteld. Prachtige wandelingen in...Meer

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    avatar thumb Ellen M
    July 8, 2018
  • star rating  This was one of my most favourite places that I have visited. It was just beautiful. The Fonte lodge with the dipping pool and being a little higher in the... read more hills was just wonderful. Somewhere you can just relax in peace and tranquility with a lovely aray of sunshine overlooking such s beautiful setting. What really makes this place are Meno, Jacqueline, family and the volunteers. They invite you in to their home, their paradise with ease and make you feel so incredibly welcome and comfortable. As soon as you arrive they are ready to assist and offer you a well needed drink, offering to assist with taking luggage to the lodge and then walking with you to make sure you settle in. The food and dinner setting is to die for. Our first night home made pizzas were being made in the wood pizza oven and were lovely. The wood fire was on and the drink was flowing and there were a lovely group of guests to speak to and enjoy hearing stories from. The selection of toppings and salads were great. The continental breakfast the following morning was enough to get you ready for the day and there is no better setting to enjoy a cappuccino with. We also had our own food that needed cooking the following evening and all were really inviting allowing us to use their ovens to cook them, offering a beer and then... This was one of my most favourite places that I have visited. It was just beautiful. The Fonte lodge with the dipping pool and being a little higher in the hills was just wonderful. Somewhere you can just relax in peace and tranquility with a lovely aray of sunshine overlooking such s beautiful setting. What really makes this place are Meno, Jacqueline, family and the volunteers. They invite you in to their home, their paradise with ease and make you feel so incredibly welcome and comfortable. As soon as you arrive they are ready to assist and offer you a well needed drink, offering to assist with taking luggage to the lodge and then walking with you to make sure you settle in. The food and dinner setting is to die for. Our first night home made pizzas were being made in the wood pizza oven and were lovely. The wood fire was on and the drink was flowing and there were a lovely group of guests to speak to and enjoy hearing stories from. The selection of toppings and salads were great. The continental breakfast the following morning was enough to get you ready for the day and there is no better setting to enjoy a cappuccino with. We also had our own food that needed cooking the following evening and all were really inviting allowing us to use their ovens to cook them, offering a beer and then spending time with you to tell us their life journey to arriving at this place in the world. Meno cooked some amazing food the following night, I tasted the most amazing chicken, lavender and peach dish complemented by stunning roasted carrots, cauliflower rice, and potatoes. It was again amazing food overlooking an amazing setting with great company. All guests ate together and it was such a lovely evening. I only stayed for a few days but incredibly sad to having had to leave. I miss the place already. We booked to return next year before we left, that's how much we loved it. Can't wait to return. Thank you for a lovely few days. More

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    avatar thumb A TripAdvisor Member
    June 3, 2016
  • star rating  Ik ben geen kampeerder. Nooit geweest. Maar dit is geen kamperen hoor! Wow! Werkelijk een magische plek! Het terrein is zo groot waardoor de tenten ver uit elkaar staan... read more en je veel privacy hebt. Het bad op ons buiten terras hebben we ook veelvuldig gebruikt!...Meer

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    avatar thumb Brenda1972_10
    August 13, 2018
  • star rating  Wat een heerlijke plek is Vinha da Manta! We zijn er nu 2 keer geweest en beide keren was het genieten. Het warme welkom van Jacqueline en Menno, de rust... read more en de relaxte sfeer, de ruime tenten met keuken, terras en veel privacy, de mooie...Meer

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    avatar thumb Eligab
    December 5, 2018
  • star rating  Vinha da Manta is in a wonderful location, our children, aged 9 and 5, had an amazing week and we felt that they were safe and happy roaming the hillside... read more and playing with the other kids. They absolutely loved it and really did not want...More

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    avatar thumb JoanneDaveOscarIsis
    September 2, 2015
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