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This October, something special is happening at A Quinta.

From October 1–8, we’ll come together in the coastal hills of Alentejo to learn, build, and connect — creating a sauna from natural materials, with our own hands.
It’s

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Just 20 minutes from the ocean, in the heart of nature, lies A Quinta – a regenerative off-grid farm and community on 130 hectares of land.

Here we grow vegetables, care for animals, and live in harmony with nature. From chickens and gardens t

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People come to A Quinta seeking nature, space, and a sense of freedom beyond the grid. Sometimes they arrive not knowing exactly what they’re looking for — and end up leaving with new friendships, fresh inspiration, or even words written

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🍂Special September Rates at Casa do Louro 🍃
Discover your forest retreat in our cozy clay cottage, nestled among orange orchards and lush greenery. Perfect for digital nomads or anyone seeking peace, birdsong, and great wifi. Accommodates up to 4 g

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Halfway through our Natural Building Course with @lola.byron and @womensnaturalbuilding and the A Quinta is buzzing!
Adobe bricks taking shape, theory classes sparking ideas, shared meals filling hearts (and bellies) 💛
Next up? A slip straw sauna bu

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After months of preparation and making sure that all the pieces of a puzzle are in place, here we are! Natural Building Course with @lola.byron and @womensnaturalbuilding is in the full swing. Thanks to @poet.pirate for this lovely photo ✨🧱

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“Mirror, mirror in the light,
Nature’s beauty shining bright.
Wind-kissed towels, soaps from earth,
Simple ways of gentle worth.
Living slow, with open heart,
Here’s where harmony can start.”

Welcome to A Quinta — a pla

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🌿 From Garden to Table at A Quinta 🌿
This is more than food — it’s a whole journey.
Grown with care in the dry earth of the Algarve, watered only when truly needed, and harvested by hand.

Our veggies grow strong by following a dry gar

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Stay with us in the heart of Alentejo and discover what it means to slow down, reconnect, and truly live off the grid. Whether you’re tucked into our cozy tree house or exploring the wild coastline nearby, each moment here is an invitation to s

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Natural Building Workshop with Lola Byron, 7-12 January 2026

Jan 7

Jan 7, 2026 – Jan 12, 2026

Natural Building Workshop with Lola Byron, 7-12 January 2026

Jan 7, 2026 – Jan 12, 2026

Start your year with a gift to yourself — the gift of learning new, life-changing skills! Join us for a hands-on, six-day workshop led by Lola Byron, founder of WNBC, and discover the art of building with the earth.

Come connect with nature, community, and sustainable building practices — and start 2026 by investing in skills that nurture both you and the planet.

Jan 7, 2026 – Jan 12, 2026

Natural Building Workshop with Lola Byron, 2-6 March 2026

Mar 2

Mar 2, 2026 – Mar 6, 2026

Natural Building Workshop with Lola Byron, 2-6 March 2026

Mar 2, 2026 – Mar 6, 2026

Learn natural building in Portugal with a 5-day hands-on workshop led by Lola Byron. Practice earth floors, natural plasters, living roofs and soil testing while helping complete an eco structure. A special price is available thanks to free accommodation. Improve your life with practical skills for sustainable living.

Mar 2, 2026 – Mar 6, 2026

Permaculture Design Course with Kyle Smith, 14-30 March 2026

Mar 14

Mar 14, 2026 – Mar 30, 2026

Permaculture Design Course with Kyle Smith, 14-30 March 2026

Mar 14, 2026 – Mar 30, 2026

A PDC is an internationally recognised, 72-hour theory course resulting in a Permaculture Design Certificate. It provides an introduction to permaculture design as set forth by movement founders Bill Mollison and David Holmgren.

The PDC serves as a foundation for further permaculture work and study and is a prerequisite for the Diploma in Permaculture Design, offered through The Permaculture Association and Gaia University. A growing number of universities around the world are accepting credits for this PDC. To date, thousands of permaculture designers worldwide have been certified through this course.

Mar 14, 2026 – Mar 30, 2026

Natural Building Course with Lola Byron, 9–17 April 2026

Apr 9

Apr 9, 2026 – Apr 17, 2026

Natural Building Course with Lola Byron, 9–17 April 2026

Apr 9, 2026 – Apr 17, 2026

Join us for a nine-day journey into the art of building with the earth, guided by Lola Byron.

This hands-on course introduces the principles and practices of natural building — from soil testing and mixing cob, to making adobe bricks, straw slip, and working with wood and foundations.

Apr 9, 2026 – Apr 17, 2026

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At A Quinta, we treasure moments that strengthen our community bond. Thank you for being part of our journey, now and always. You’re in our hearts! &hearts;️

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Here’s our full line-up for 2026 at A Quinta: from long natural building courses to immersive workshops and a full permaculture design block.

We’ve put care into every date, facilitator, and moment you’ll spend with us in the Alent

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We’ve just reached 7,000 beautiful souls following A Quinta! 🌾
To celebrate, we’re giving away one free night stay in our camping area — a cozy off-grid spot with everything you need: outdoor kitchen, compost toilet, shower, drinki

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