Experience the raw energy of the Atlantic with surf sessions for all levels, set against the wild, open beaches of the Alentejo coast.
Melides, Portugal
Rafter Melides Oliveiras
Starting from
€570 / night
6 guests
3 bedrooms
4 bathrooms
About the property
Rafter Melides Oliveras is a distinctive retreat where refined aesthetics, artistic sensibility and Mediterranean ease come together in perfect balance. Designed by an internationally active artist, the house reflects a quiet, considered approach to living, where every detail feels intentional yet effortless. At its centre, a serene garden planted with olive and magnolia trees, lavender and soft grasses surrounds a striking petrol-blue pool, while multiple terraces invite slow days in the sun and quiet moments from morning to evening. Inside, the atmosphere is calm and light-filled, with a minimalist yet warm interior where a living olive tree anchors the open-plan kitchen and living space, blurring the line between indoors and out. Thoughtful touches—from lush bathroom greenery to a rooftop terrace with fireplace and views across the hills of Melides and out to the sea—create a space that is both design-led and deeply comfortable, complemented by a playroom and a fully equipped gym. A place to slow down, reconnect, and experience the understated rhythm of the Alentejo.
Amenities
Outdoor pool
Fireplace
Fire pit
Speaker
Coffee machine
Gym
Where you will be
Set in the heart of Melides, Rafter Melides Oliveras offers a rare blend of village life and natural surroundings, with cafés, restaurants and small local shops all within easy walking distance. Just a short drive away, the landscape opens into rice fields, pine forests and the vast coastline the region is known for, with Melides Beach only 8 minutes away. The area is defined by its quiet authenticity and understated charm, where traditional Alentejo life meets a growing creative scene, all at a slower, more considered pace.
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Earn cashback on your stays Get cashback to use on future stays | |
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| First stay | 2.5% |
| 2+ stays | 5% |
| 5+ stays | 10% |
Experiences nearby
Cycle through Comporta’s rice fields and pine forests, following quiet paths that reveal the calm, expansive beauty of the region.
Discover the nearby lagoons and estuaries, where dolphins and flamingos can be observed in their natural, undisturbed habitat.
Ride along the untouched coastline where the Atlantic meets endless sand, moving through one of the region’s most iconic landscapes at a slow, natural pace.
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Starting from€570 / night