Recent Improvements
Investing in a Better Guest Experience
At Quinta do Lagar, every retreat directly contributes to making the space even better. All of the income we earn is reinvested into the property, ensuring that each visit helps us expand, enhance, and improve the guest experience.
Recent improvements include expanding the grounds with additional land for gardens and communal spaces, as well as increasing parking capacity to make arrivals easier for larger groups.
We have refurbished all guest rooms to combine distinctive character with modern comfort. We are currently in the process of adding a 60+ sq meter Yoga Studio and another covered outdoor communal space.
Each upgrade is designed with one goal in mind: to make Quinta do Lagar an inspiring, welcoming retreat where creativity, wellness, and connection can truly flourish.
A Dedicated Yoga and Movement Studio
Our most recent addition to Quinta do Lagar is a dedicated yoga and movement studio designed for wellness retreats and group practices. This indoor space provides a calm, comfortable environment for yoga, meditation, breathwork, and other movement-based sessions. With room for small retreat groups, the studio allows facilitators to host classes and workshops regardless of weather, creating a flexible and reliable space for wellness programming.
The Porch: A Covered Outdoor Gathering Space
Another new feature of the property is an outdoor covered gathering space we call The Porch. Designed as a welcoming place for conversation and relaxation, The Porch includes a kiva-style fireplace surrounded by built-in benches. This sheltered outdoor area allows retreat guests to gather comfortably in the fresh mountain air, whether for informal discussions, storytelling, evening reflection, or simply enjoying the peaceful setting.
Inviting Guest Rooms
The guest rooms have been upgraded with new sinks, beds, cabenetry, and themed decor, so that they each have their unique style. Since the owners are from Portugal and the United States, they have themed the rooms after some of thier favorite places in those countries.
Before & After: The Transformation of Quinta do Lagar
When Marco first purchased Quinta do Lagar in 2016, the property had wonderful potential but needed care and attention to bring it fully to life. Over the years, we have gradually restored and improved the house and grounds, always with the goal of creating a welcoming retreat environment for guests and creative gatherings.
These before-and-after images show some of the changes that have taken place as we worked to refresh the guest rooms, improve shared spaces, and enhance the gardens. Each step has been part of a long-term vision to transform the property into a peaceful retreat venue where people can gather to learn, create, and reconnect with nature.
Many improvements have already been completed, while others are still planned as the property continues to evolve. It has been a labor of love, and we’re excited to share the journey with our guests.
Today, Quinta do Lagar welcomes visitors from around the world to enjoy the quiet beauty of Santo da Serra on Madeira Island, whether for a relaxing stay or as part of a creative or wellness retreat.
These improvements are part of our ongoing vision to make Quinta do Lagar a welcoming retreat venue where creativity, learning, and connection can flourish. By adding new spaces for gatherings, workshops, and quiet moments, we hope to offer retreat hosts even more ways to design memorable experiences for their guests.
