The Lemon Lodge
ALGARVE / HOME / TRIED & TESTED
Here, in the wild & rolling hills behind the Algarve’s West Coast, are two self-catering lodges collectively known as The Lemon Lodge. This passion project is the dream of a young group of four Dutch friends who are driven by permaculture principles & a passion for living a sustainable lifestyle, where nature sets the pace. Set back from the village of Aljezur, known for its surf communities & dramatic Atlantic beaches, The Lemon Lodge invites guests to experience the simple life, to take only what they need & to appreciate the small things...
Here, the idea is to spend time going back to basics, appreciating the luxury of less amongst the simplicity of nature. The open-air helps to reset our rhythms, refresh our perspective & embrace a giant sigh in a world where we constantly hold our breath for what comes next. Two soothing ensuite bedrooms complete with kitchenettes have been renovated using local materials & sustainably sourced objects. Beds are shrouded in muslin canopies & bathrooms are completed with natural, organic amenities to ensure minimal human intervention in the surrounding soil. A vegetable garden sits below in the valley & guests are welcomed to take what they need, as well as eggs from the Lodge’s chicken coop.
If you can pull yourself to leave, head out to explore the hills on foot or on horseback, grab a surfboard, or take up the offer of breathwork & cold water workshop with one-quarter of the Lemon Lodge’s guardians, Alex, who is trained in the methods of iceman ‘Wim Hoff’. You’ll feel like a new person at check-out.
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Location: Aljezur, Algarve.
Price: Two suites (one for two people the other for four) rent separately or together & prices start from 150€ per night.
Highlights: The laidback, stylish yet simple decor hits different when so isolated & close to nature.
Our favourite room: The Zigurrat room for privacy.
Services: The stay is self-catered but with access to eggs from the chickens & vegetables from the garden. Yoga & breathwork workshops are also available & the owners live on-site to assist with any requests.
Designed by A group of friends from Holland who renovated the property themselves by hand.
Photography by Design Escapes.
The Neighbourhood: Although the property is isolated, a short drive away is the town of Aljezur which is home to some great laid-back restaurants. The West coast beaches are pretty spectacular for surf & there’s also an interesting community of natural winemakers nearby.
The Lemon Lodge is a member of the Design Escapes Club, tried & tested by us.
The Map
The Lemon Lodge is located just outside of the village of Aljezur on the Algarve’s West Coast. Fly to Faro & rent a car for a little road trip to the beaches & for some freedom while you’re there.
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