Azores rural lodging experiences - rural tourism, orchard lodge

THE LODGE

QUINTA MINUVIDA celebrates the traditional fruit orchard,
the quintessential Azorean family getaway. We offer sustainability focused accommodation for responsible groups and independent travelers. Lovingly restored in 2017, the property preserves its vintage Azorean character dating from the 19th century orange era and includes a traditional villa lodge and one acre of fruit orchards with neighborhood walks among ever-so-green fields, beautiful sunsets over the mountains and starry nights. FAQs

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FIVE AMPLE SUITES full of character, featuring high ceilings and traditional features. We named them after plants that grow in our orchard. Each suite strikes the balance between sustainable and sensible lodging and modern-day conveniences and amenities. Suite configurations | Photo gallery

TARO

KENTIA

CAMÉLIA

WISTERIA

DRAGON TREE

AMENITIES
Suites feature memory foam mattresses, custom or vintage furniture, modern or vintage baths, wireless Internet, air conditioning and heating, plus daily cleaning. PLUS outdoor pool, yoga studio, guest kitchen, living room with fireplace, outdoor grill, firepit, observatory, organic vegetable garden, and one acre of orchards. NEAR beaches, walking trails, hot springs and bike paths, not to mention the largest fishing port in the Azores.

SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability features include LED lighting, efficient water heaters, water-saving showers and toilets and efficient heating and cooling throughout. Dragon Tree, Kentia and Wisteria suites feature reclaimed pallet beds and social furniture. Camélia, Taro and Wisteria feature refurbished classic baths, and vintage or reclaimed furniture. Read our full sustainability commitment

INCLUDED WITH YOUR STAY*

Join scheduled yoga classes for FREE!
Enjoy a welcome drink, brief history tour of our orchard and a delicious local and in season breakfast every morning.
You can also get special deals on our exclusive guest experiences, when available.

Book seven or more nights with us and get a 5% automatic discount off your stay plus a free load of laundry!

LOWEST PRICE GUARANTEE
If you find a lower regular rate in any booking engine we will match the price, and you still get all the benefits described above AND you will be supporting our commitment to full time local employment. Read more about our sustainability pledge.

*Offer valid only on direct booking

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THE ORCHARD

QUINTA MINUVIDA is set in former orange growing country and such was the scent of orange flowers that seamen could smell its sweetness a mile out. While the orange industry has all but vanished, we honor its heritage of the Azorean traditional orchard by fully restoring and preserving the former orange groves built in square sections and protected by tall hedges from Atlantic winds and salts. The humid subtropical climate is ideal for many fruits and vegetables, and we are growing them! So, when you arrive, you may be able to pick bananas, guavas, cherimoyas, avocados, mangoes, feijoas, loquats and other fruits directly from the tree. Or you can pick from our organic and medicinal herb garden, organic vegetable garden and ask us about our unusual crops, such as taro, Malabar chestnut and coffee. And when you wake up for breakfast, rejoice in the luxury of tasting our fruits, homemade jams and many other local products.

PRACTICE HERE

PART OF OUR JOURNEY INSIDE happens right here in the Quinta Minuvida yoga studio. Check our regular class schedule* posted in reception at check-in to join ongoing classes. If you want even more, check out our group programs and retreats.

THE FOOD

WE MARRY THE TRADITIONAL with the innovative and creative. We only serve local in season. Many of the ingredients are grown on our garden orchard. DAILY BREAKFAST includes fresh, local products almost exclusively. We serve breads, yogurts and cheeses from the best local producers. Our low-sugar fruit jams are house made as is our yummy granola and fruit-based cakes. Organic fruit from our orchard or from selected local producers greets you every morning. Herbal teas and other house-made surprises as well. OUR GROUP EVENTS feature the famous MINUVIDA DINNER, a five-course sensory food journey inspired by local cuisine using traditional ingredients with a creative twist. Includes local wine pairings and our home-made liqueur.

And then... a fruit for every month

If you can guess at least six of the fruits represented above you get a jar of homemade jam!

EDUCATIONAL HIKES

Our nature hikes are open to groups of four or more and emphasize Azorean natural history, geology, and island ecosystems. The map at left displays some areas we explore during our educational hikes. These are off the beaten path, crowd-free trails. Our hikes can be customized to each group's ability and preferences. Please check at reception.

THE MINUVIDA TEAM

They work tirelessly to make sure you truly Discover and Feel the Azores. MINUVIDA is proud to provide full-time, year-round employment to our local team members. Read more about our responsible travel commitment.