Perched on a hill amidst pine trees, The Lemon Lodge offers a serene retreat with spectacular views of the valley and food gardens. Unwind in the Ziggurat suite's private terrace, where you can relax in the hammock or light up the barbecue while enjoying modern comforts mixed with rustic Portuguese details.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 275 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
Mountain view
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About this property
The Lemon Lodge - Ziggurat Suite
## Space
The Lemon Lodge is a renovated farmhouse split into two unique self sustainable lodgings. Water is pumped from the land and the power is generated from the sun. Surrounded by pine trees and situated on a hill, the suites have spectacular views of the valley and the food gardens. The two lodgings are inviting, comfortable yet rustic, as inspired by nature.
Ziggurat is a spacious two-person suite with a private terrace where one can relax in the hammock or light up the barbecue. The modern interior is mixed with rustic Portuguese details. The high ceiling and soft romantic colours make you feel right at home.
The suite has a large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and overlooks the garden. The living room has a fireplace and an open-plan kitchen that caters for all your needs.
As we believe the kitchen to be the heart of the house, the suite comes with complimentary tea, locally roasted coffee and essential kitchen herbs to enjoy your homespun meals. The suite is also provided with handcrafted biodegradable soap and shampoo made locally in the valley.
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## Access
★ WOODFIRED SAUNA ★ We have a wood fired sauna free of charge for our guests. ★ Sundeck ★ Our sundeck is situated next to the sauna. Please feel free to use it and enjoy a cold dip in our salt water dipping pool. ★ Icebath ★ There is a permanent ice bath at the Sauna area. If you are familiair with Cold Exposure you are welcome to use it. ★ Yoga deck ★ There is a beautiful spacious deck with an amazing view over the valley.
Other things to note Please note that arriving after 9 PM is not recommended. Check-ins after 6 PM only in consultation with our local hosts. Please also note that the bedrooms are not heated, and during the winter months it can therefore feel quite cold.
## Interaction
Driven by permaculture principles and a passion for living a sustainable lifestyle where nature sets the pace, four friends envisioned The Lemon Lodge. The joint hands of William & Michelle and Alex & Helena continuously work together to make The Lemon Lodge an eco-friendly farmstead that lives and breathes an enhancing way of life to inspire oneself and others.
Together with our booking partners from Rental Valley, we'll make sure that your holiday already starts from the first moment of contact.
## Neighborhood
The Lemon Lodge is closely located to the village of Aljezur, which is less than a 10 min drive or 45 min by foot. The walks in this area are stunning, and fortunately, the Lodge is situated next to the famous Pilgrim walk "Rota Vicentina" with the option for a circular route.
This whole part of the Algarve has, in recent years, emerged as a surfer's and hikers' haven. Hugged by Cape St Vincent Natural Park and the beautiful mountains of Monchique, there are lots to explore by car, bike, horse or foot.
## Transit
✈︎ Faro to The Lemon Lodge, a 1-hour drive ✈︎ Lisbon to The Lemon Lodge is a 3,5-hour drive
We recommend having your car explore the beautiful surroundings. However, if you wish to discover the unbeaten tracks, we suggest renting a 4x4. Once booked, we will send a clear route description on how to get here.
Please note that the road towards our lodge can be navigated with a regular car but it is not a paved road.
A pick-up can be arranged at the village of Aljezur when guests arrive after sunset.
## Notes
We ask our guests to leave their four-legged friends at home as we have four dogs, two cats, two horses and lots of chickens walking around the land.
★ We started in May 2021 and have had amazing reviews during this first season. Unfortunately, due to a change in administration, we had to change our account here and couldn't take the reviews with. Therefore we've added a few print screens from our previous guests and their experiences at The Lemon Lodge. Happy readings!
ℹ SEF REQUIREMENTS. All property owners in Portugal have a legal requirement to report tourists’ and guests'' information to Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras (known short as SEF). To comply with legal requirements, from a week before arrival, we shall send you a link to our SEF form for you to complete and send back to us before arrival. It is a mandatory requirement.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Sauna
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near the sea
Things to do
Ecotours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 114957/AL
Frequently asked questions
Is The Lemon Lodge - Ziggurat Suite pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Lemon Lodge - Ziggurat Suite?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Lemon Lodge - Ziggurat Suite?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Lemon Lodge - Ziggurat Suite located?
Situated by the sea, this vacation home is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from Pintor Jose Cercas Museum and within 9 mi (15 km) of Aljezur Castle and Vale dos Homens Beach. Carriagem Beach and Amoreira Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
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Exceptional
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We simply loved our stay at the Lemon Lodge. It was without a doubt one of the most unique and beautiful places we ever slept in. The setting on top of the hill, being surrounded by nature, the discreet and helpful owners, the stylish and spacious appartment: it all made our first visit to the Algarve unforgetable. Highly recommended.
Jo & Jolanda
Jo K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Hubertus K.
Mar 23, 2025
Beautiful place
It was a great experience to stay there!
A beautiful house and a fantastic garden in a beatiful surrounding.
Managed by nice people
Access by road is in rainy season a bit of a challange but definately manageable
Hubertus K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Reni E.
Sep 22, 2025
The most wonderful place
We fell in love with the Lemon Lodge and were super sad we could only stay three nights.
Yes, the drive up there is adventurous but once you’ve mastered the bumpy ride, you get rewarded with the most amazing setting. The house is beautifully designed, very well equipped and the colours and lighting are stunning and well thought through. We got to meet Michelle, who is such a lovely person. The dogs and cats came to visit us regularly which we loved. We explored the premises which are vast and absolutely beautiful. What a great place! We hope to be back again someday.
Reni E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mathilde T.
Jun 16, 2024
Lemon Lodge is a dream come true!
Everything about this place is wonderful!! We spent 2 amazing days at Lemon Lodge and for sure would have stayed longer if we could have. The owners have put so much love and attention to detail into this place, which is very noticeable. It's just beautiful! There are lots of little places to sit, read a book and relax around the property. For us the best part was definitely also the ice bath, sauna and yoga deck! The dogs were also a big plus for us, we had a really fun time playing around with them. Perfect place to come wind down and relax for a few days! Can 100% recommend!
Mathilde T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gregory H.
Sep 12, 2024
The perfect way to escape reality and reset
If you’re looking for a place to completely escape from the hustle of bustle of every day life, this is it. The Lemon Lodge offered a true retreat. My partner and I spent 3 nights here and didn’t leave the property. It was so quiet and peaceful that we didn’t want to break the spell of this oasis. It seems like every guest has the same mindset and everyone stays quiet and to themselves to really get the most out of their experience.
We also did the breathework session, and clairvoyance session with Helena and both really added to our experience. We have never been able to relax as much as both of these sessions allowed us to do. We couldn’t thank her more for these wonderful experiences.
Overall we couldn’t recommend this place more. Total tranquility, peace, and contemplation.
Gregory H.
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Charlotte H.
Jul 22, 2025
Nice on photos but reality is different
The presentation of this accommodation on the internet looks very nice and promising. However, we got a strong impression that since the property is listed for sale, the owners have lost interest in exploiting the accommodation in a correct way.
First of all, communication with rental Valley went rather difficult. We had to call the owner to know the digit code for the lock on the door. Upon check-in, no one came to say hi or did so for the length of the stay. Nor did anyone call to check if all was ok.
When we returned at night, we almost had to break into the house because the lock is very sturdy and we almost didn’t manage to turn the digits.
Kitchen is poorly equipped. 2 fires, no microwave or oven, no dishwasher, no detergent to wash dishes by hand.
The bed is very good!
The dog is very kind and welcoming.
Charlotte H.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elise M.
Mar 9, 2024
Perfect place to slow down 😌
Beautiful place to stay!
Elise M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tiago G.
Jul 31, 2023
Amazing !!
We would recommend the lemon lodge to anyone who likes to forget about time and feel safe in nature. the location is absolutely amazing with a view over the aljezur mountains and the lodge is made with a lot of style and love.
the hosts are open and warm people and you feel directly at home with them. they are always available for questions and always have a good recommendation ready.
we will definitely be back!
Tiago G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karlis B.
Jul 7, 2023
A beautiful experience in an authentic and natural setting.
Although we found a window with only 2 nights free, it was totally worth going to Lemon Lodge. Beautiful nature, hills, authentic and spacious clay, brick and mortar house. All things done with love and care. The fireplace was burning throughout the day and the smell of eucalyptus was amazing. We really enjoyed our stay.
The owners are great people with their vision, passion and an inspiring story behind their work.
This kind of tourism experience has future - keep up doing what you are doing!
Karlis B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lilian v.
Nov 8, 2022
This place is magic
We had a wonderful stay at The Lemon Lodge. After a warm welcome by Alex, we immediately felt at home. We really enjoyed the peace, the nature, the lovely dogs and horses and of course the great accommodation. Back to nature yet luxurious. We would love to come back again.
Lilian v.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Francisco P.
Oct 26, 2022
Out-of-this-world
Another level experience. Thanks
Francisco P.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Simon S.
Sep 16, 2021
Hidden gem!
What a wonderful stay we had! Incredible view, beautiful fully equipped big house, nice little outside places to chill. And of course the very warm welcome of Helena made us feel at home and zen :)
Thanks again and till next time!
Cheers,
Frederieke & Simon
Simon S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katharina D.
May 26, 2021
perfect place to relax and reconnect with nature
We booked the lodge to take a few days off. The lodge is surrounded by beautiful nature, but only 10 minutes away from the centre of Aljezur. The rooms are designed in a modern, beautiful and clean style, which helps you to relax. The hosts are very lovely and brought us fruits from the garden and eggs from the own chickens.There is a cosy lounge and hammock on the terrace where you can listen to the leaves blowing in the wind. the kitchen is fully equipped. We didn't miss anything and we will definitely come back again.