L’AND VINEYARDS Portugal
L’AND VINEYARDS
HERDADE DAS VALADAS – ESTRADA NACIONAL 4 – APARTADO 122 – 7050-031 MONTEMOR-O-NOVO PORTUGAL
WWW.L-AND.COM
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
LAND HOTEL MANAGEMENT
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
2011
Hotel General Manager:
Name: Marta Passarinho
25 years experience in the hospitalituy business / commercial roles among Starwood and four seasons and 10 years as general manager of a privately owned suite hotel in the algarve
Hotel Positioning
5 – STAR LIFESTYLE WINE & SPA HOTEL
L’AND Vineyards is an exclusive retreat with 43 Suites and Private Pool Villas that blends modern architecture with nature, providing an atmosphere of sober luxury, natural beauty and tranquility. Set in the heart of Alentejo, on a gentle south-facing valley, looking towards the skyline of the medieval Montemor castle, L ́AND Vineyards offers a distinctive landscape starring its vineyards, oak and olive orchards, alongside a perfectly integrated Architectural project by Promontório, striking interiors designed by Márcio Kogan, and ethereal artwork by Michael Biberstein.
L’AND VINEYARDS
History & Story
The project started from scratch in 2006 and opened in 2011. Our people and our region are the ultimate reason for our work. We seek to create and manage small scale exceptional hospitality projects that create economic, social and environmental value, shared with our community. We seek to integrate architecture, art, landscape, nature, local crafts, sound and scent to create an atmosphere of tranquility, where guest can feel at home and revitalize. We believe in simplicity and slowness. We value contemporary architecture and art that reflects the identity of our region: Alentejo. We think service should be based on a simple idea: treating our guests the same way we would like to be treated in similar circumstances. Service should be personalized, detailed and inspiring. Shall be present but not felt. We value wine culture as an essential part of our culture.
Development Strategy
Guided by a desire to create a hotel with a real sense of place, L’AND Vineyards was born in 2011.
Reflecting the region’s true identity, and with wine and wine culture at the root of our identity, L’AND aims to integrate modern architecture, interior and landscape design, nature, local crafts, sound and scent to create an atmosphere of sober luxury and tranquility, where guest can feel at home and revitalize. We believe in simplicity and slowness.
Our people and our region are at the essence of everything we do. We seek to create and manage small scale exceptional hospitality projects that create economic, social and environmental value which in turn is shared with our community.
We aim to tread lightly and make a positive contribution in the region and strive for real environmental commitment in all aspects of our activity.
We believe service should be grounded on one simple idea: to treat our guests the same way we would like to be treated in similar circumstances. Our service should be personalized, detailed and enriching. It should be present, but not felt.
L’AND Vineyards is promoted by a family-based agro-business company, Sousa Cunhal. The group created in the second half of the 19th century operates mainly in agriculture, forestry and in oenology.
“For over ten years, I have had the immense pleasure of writing the story of L’AND Vineyards by the side of our team and guests. A story that places architecture, design, creativity and service and the heart of everything. Here’s to the next ten years!” José Cunhal (Founder and Owner)
Date Renovation
Sky and L’and Suites have been renovated but not refurbished. We have included books, and comfort details, Marshall speakers in all rooms, revamped the terraces with new furniture and bond fire. We have created a new Café and Lounge named Café Viajante offering Asian inspired Cuisine, a brand new wine tasting room next to the cellar and the main bar was moved to the garden lounge. A deck over the Lake is now available with terrace and al fresco dining.
Date Added Extansions
June 2023
11 new Sky Suites
Main Strengths, Special Touch
L’AND Vineyards is an exclusive retreat with 32 Suites and Pool Villas that blends modern architecture with nature, providing an atmosphere of sober luxury, natural beauty and tranquility. Set in the heart of Alentejo, on a gentle south-facing valley, looking towards the skyline of the medieval Montemor castle, L ́AND Vineyards offers a distinctive landscape starring its vineyards, oak and olive orchards, alongside a perfectly integrated Architectural project by Promontório, striking interiors designed by Márcio Kogan, and ethereal artwork by Michael Biberstein.
Our Sky View Suites and Lake View Suites offer a ceiling window allowing our guests to enjoy and fully experience the unique view of the Alentejo dark starry sky over their bed.
One of our Fundamentals is wine production and wine experiences literally inside the Hotel.
Key sites
Unique experiences onsite:
– The art of mixology: learn the basics of mixology and develop the creative side of the participants.
– Between firewood and charcoal: develop knowledge about charcoal cooking.
– From Mexico to the world: develop the elaboration process of the most representative cornbased dishes and learn about the flagship distillates.
Location
Alentejo
Vineyards and country side, with a lake in the property and a 3,5km ecotrail.
Montemor-o-Novo Historic City
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: 43
• Number of Luxury rooms: 11
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 43
Fun Facts
The Hotel Team is mainly local, born and raised in the village next door. They all make a family and have built their own family among collegues, since they have been working at L’AND. In 2017, L’and has had a babyboom and 8 babies were born among our staff.
Children’s Corner
We do not offer a children specific area.
Restaurants & Bars
Viajante Restaurant – Gastronomic
Café Viajante – All day dinning with lighter meals Asian inspiration with a local ingredients
Welness
Vinotherapy SPA by Austrian Vegan Bran Vinoble Cosmetics
Feature Indoor Pool, Sauna and Hammam
Corporate & Celebrations events
Available for Coporate and Social Events
Weddings, Board Meetings and Team Building Activities
On Request / Tailor Made Events
Wedding Capacity 150 persons / Privatizing the Hotel is mandatory
Hotel and Restaurant Awards
• 2013-2019 one Michelin Star Restaurant (before Covid)
Extra Notable Features
Yoga Classes are available upon request
STAR WATCHING Workshops guided by renowned astronomer.
Make Your Own Wine Unique Experience on site
Personalized Labelled Wines
Number of Employees
70