A black tiny house with a deck, outdoor furniture, and solar panels, located by a river with a sandy area and three tree stumps surrounded by white gravel in the foreground.
View from inside a wooden cabin looking out a large window at a river, trees, and a grassy shoreline under a partly cloudy sky.
A cozy bedroom with a large window and a view of a body of water and greenery outside, a bed with pink bedding, and a small outdoor deck with a chair.
A small black cabin with solar panels on the roof, a chimney, and large windows, located on a dirt clearing with a wooden deck in front. The deck has outdoor seating, including two chairs and a small table, with an umbrella. There is a dog sitting on
A woman with long blonde hair reading a book while lying in bed by a large window overlooking a river and trees.
Interior of a small kitchen with wooden walls and ceiling, black countertop, window, and doorway opening to an outdoor area. The kitchen has a white kettle, black appliances, knives on the wall, and shelves with dishes. There are hooks with hats and
Cozy wooden interior with a small dining area, beige cushioned bench, a bed with pillows, a small window revealing green trees outside, shelves with books and items, and a table with a book, a tiny blue lamp, and a camera.
A modern bathroom with a walk-in shower on the left, a rectangular vessel sink under a small window in the center, and wooden cabinets on the right.
Kitchen with black window and view of greenery, black countertop with sink, water dispenser, white kettle, cutting board, wooden shelf holding bottles, mugs, bowls, and a coffee maker.
An arrangement of stationery items on a weathered wooden stump, including a pack of Bicycle playing cards, a pink box labeled 'Connect on a deeper level,' and a large cardboard box with a design and the word 'GAMMON.' White pebbles surround the stump
A cozy bedroom with a large bed and beige bedding, featuring two large windows overlooking a river and green landscape.
A man and a woman sit on tree stump seats by a river, facing the water, surrounded by dry grass and bushes.
A chestnut horse with a white blaze on its face standing behind a wire fence in a rural field.

Alma

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Set beside the Tagus River, Alma is a peaceful hideaway surrounded by open views and abundant wildlife. Spend slow mornings watching the water, explore the private island, then settle in for a quiet evening beneath the stars.

Alma highlights

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Perched on the banks of the Tejo, Portugal’s longest river, you won’t find a better view to sit and watch the world float by.

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Grab the binoculars to see ospreys dive for fish, herons stalk the banks and wild horses swim to the island.

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Best BBQ view in Portugal? Maybe. We’re biased. Morning or evening, it’s always a good time to fire up the gas BBQ.

A tiny house with solar panels on the roof sits on a cliff overlooking a body of water. Two people are sitting outside, enjoying the view.

Remoteness level

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1 hour drive from Lisbon with the final 10 minutes on a dirt road. Your car might get dusty, but your reward? A private riverside cabin with nobody around.

What’s included?

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Cozy tiny house bedroom with a built-in bed, large window overlooking nature, wood-paneled walls, ceiling, and flooring, and a wood stove on the right side.

Location

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1 hour from Lisbon

10 minutes down a dirt road

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37 minutes from Oriente (Lisbon) to Reguendo - Vale da Pedra - Pontevel

15 minute taxi from the station

 

FAQ

  • We do self check-in. There is a key ready for you in the lockbox at your cabin. We will send you the code before you arrive.

    • Check-in is at 15:00

    • Check-out is at 11:00

  • 1hr drive from Lisbon and then a 10 minute drive down a dirt road. Be prepared for your car to get a little dusty, this is all part of getting off-grid. If you are arriving by train, catch the 37 minute train from Oritente station (Lisbon) to Reguendo - Vale da Pedra - Pontevel. And from the station take a 15 minute taxi to the cabin’s exact location. Which will be sent to you before you arrive.

  • We provide linen, towels and toiletries such as shampoo, body wash and loo roll. We also provide essentials such as drinking water, olive oil, salt, pepper, coffee, tea and dish soap. So all you need to bring is the food and drink needed for your stay. And maybe a good book.

  • Absolutely, just add the ‘Pet fee’ in checkout. It is an additional €30 for the whole stay. We’ll make sure there is a water bowl for your four legged companion.

  • The cabins are suitable for families with one small child if they are able to stay in the bed with you. We do not charge extra for children. However, we are not able to provide extra beds or baby cots.

  • Yes both, the cabins are fully equipped with everything you will need for your stay. But remember, our cabins are off-grid so please be mindful of water consumption during your stay.

  • Whatever you want. The cabins are the perfect places to slow life down. So we have filled it with analog activities to give you a head start. Such as board games, books, binoculars, yoga mats and a polaroid camera. There’s also a lot you can do in the surrounding area, which we lay out for you in our detailed area guide upon arrival.

See the full list of FAQs here

Alma takes its name from the Portuguese word for ‘soul’ - a reflection of the peace, wild beauty and sense of connection found here.