The Olive Mill is owned by Simone. She and her partner Juan, live nearby on a large farm where they keep horses, dogs, goats (three new kids were born last week!), donkeys, chickens and even peacocks!  Simone and Juan love all things local and organic and grow much of their own seasonal produce – some of which will be included in your substantial welcome pack (and also includes one of Juan’s renowned Tortilla’s!). Simone’s philosophy is very much “farm to fork” – pick your broad beans in the morning and enjoy a mouthwatering Risotto in the evening!  Simone has had her eye on the Olive Mill for many years…….imagining just how perfect it would be for the Wellness Retreats……..the stunning venue immersed in secret  gardens which change across the seasons……..the only neighbours being the occasional deer stopping for a drink in one of the lakes………The Olive Mill had fallen into disrepair and so Simone has lovingly restored this fabulous home back into it’s original glorious splendour.

 

Along with houses needing her magic touch for transformation, Simone also rescues unloved animals……the latest additions are Pinky and Perky (the curious Llamas) and Daisy and Dolly (the super friendly donkeys) – they all love to be fed carrots!

 

Guests will have the opportunity to buy some of Simone’s home-made produce via our honesty box whilst staying with us – currently we are offering limoncello, jam and marmalades and flavoured salts.  Enjoy (and take home) some of the delicious liquers and spirits made by the Martes Santo Distillery which dates back to 1870 and are distilled with natural fruits from the Aracena and Picos de Aroche Natural Park…..We have even had the labels customized for us! Also available are lovely organic hand washes made by the Algarve Candle Company - (a mother and daughter team originally from Cumbria).

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