Hidden Valley Nature Retreat

Vegan Retreat in Portugal

ABOUT

We are Sarah and Jon, and we moved from the UK to Portugal to pursue a slower-paced, more sustainable lifestyle. We found our sanctuary 10 minutes from Monchique, in the Algarve mountains, where we now live with our three rescue dogs Kota, Loki and Mimi. We would love to invite you to come and stay with us and experience the peacefulness yourselves.

We are located 1 hour from Faro airport and 45 minutes to both the South and West coasts. Surrounded by trees and birdsong, come and stay in our hidden valley either for bed & breakfast or book us for a retreat. We can also arrange activity holidays for you, please get in touch for a bespoke package.

​We strive to tread more gently on the earth and work with, not against nature. We are creating a permaculture garden, not only to produce organic food for ourselves and our guests but also to create a biodiversity haven.

Our Rooms

We have three rooms available. All rooms sleep 2 people and have a private ensuite with a shower, toilet and sink. Each room is accessed via its own door to the outside. All rooms have both hanging space and drawers for clothes. Each room has a hairdryer for guest use. The Citrus Room is the largest and has a kitchenette (vegan cooking only) and a fireplace for cosy winter stays.

Our water is filtered from a mountain spring on our land, and our wastewater goes into a biological septic tank. Please bring natural products to use in the bathrooms. If you cannot find natural products, we can provide some for your stay. Please see further information below and contact us to make a booking.

​If booking as a larger group, or  for a retreat, further accommodation is available at the neighbouring property. Combined, the properties can sleep up to 14. More information on the additional accommodation is available via email.

The Citrus Room

Studio room with kitchenette, private en-suite, fireplace for cosy winter stays, private entrance to outside. Twin beds that can be pushed together to make a large double. The kitchenette is available for vegan cooking only.

The Jasmine Room

Private en-suite and entrance to outside. Twin beds that can be pushed together to make a large double.

The Lavender Room

Private en-suite and entrance to outside. Twin beds that can be pushed together to make a large double.

Retreats

We can host your retreat!

We can host a variety of retreats at Hidden Valley and also work in conjunction with our neighbour Sarah who is a yoga teacher from Belgium. Between the 2 properties, we can sleep up to 14 people, plus a private room for the teacher/host. There is an outdoor yoga deck available and a natural pool. We serve plant-based food and arrange additional services such as massage, reflexology and reiki.

OUR SERVICES

Breakfast

Plant-based/vegan breakfast is available daily. Options include cooked breakfast, granola, toast, yoghurt, smoothie etc.

Free Wifi

We include free Wifi in all of our rooms.

In-Room Dining Service

​We offer plant-based/vegan lunches and dinners on request. These can be served outside your room or in our outdoor kitchen.

Daily Housekeeping

Rooms are cleaned daily. Towels and bedsheets are changed weekly (or as requested).

Wellness

​A range of treatments and classes can be arranged for you, either on-site or a short drive away. Including but not limited to; yoga, massage, reflexology, reiki, and forest bathing.

Garden

We have a large garden and a vegetable garden for you to enjoy during your stay. Freshly picked fruits and vegetables are used for the meals when available.

SEE AND DO

Visit Mount Foia

Visit the highest point of the Algarve at 902m with fantastic views towards the coast. On a clear day, the Atlantic Ocean is visible. There is a cafe and gift shops at the summit.

Spa visit

Visit the Monchique Resort and Spa near Caldas de Monchique and treat yourself to a massage and spa circuit.

Hiking

Explore the mountains and the rest of the Algarve on foot. Marked trails are available throughout the Algarve or create your own adventure.

Road or mountain biking

Either bring your own or rent bikes locally. Create your own route, or book a guided tour. Bike rental is available in Monchique.

Visit the South and West coast

Relax on the beach or book one of many activities available, such as surfing, dolphin/whale watching, visiting the coastal caves, coasteering, sky-diving and more…

Stand-up paddle boarding

We have two paddleboards available to hire. There is a lake 15 minutes drive away to explore, and several river/beach options around the Algarve.