A little secret (which is hard to keep, we must admit) in the heart of Alentejo, this soft space is the definition of peace and quiet. Nordic-style interiors, designed by Portuguese architect Manuel Aires Mateus, feature tonal hues and natural fabrics. Every element of your stay has really been considered, down to the optimum organic bed linen for sleep quality and air quality measurements. They know what makes for a slow-down, shut-off stay. After an organic dinner served family-style in your concrete 'house,' sink into travertine tubs and breathe in the custom-designed scent of sea breeze and pine trees by Lyn Harris of Perfumer H.