Monte do Serrinho - Country House
Monte do Serrinho is a restored 18th-century country estate in the Algarve's interior, originally built as a traditional quinta and converted into an event venue while preserving its historic architecture and rural character.
Monte do Serrinho - Country House is an estate destination wedding venue in São Bartolomeu de Messines, Portugal, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Faro International Airport (FAO), 45-50 minutes. Best months: May, July, August, September.
About Monte do Serrinho - Country House
Monte do Serrinho is a restored 18th-century country estate in the Algarve's interior, originally built as a traditional quinta and converted into an event venue while preserving its historic architecture and rural character.
The property sits on 12 hectares of private grounds with oak and pine woodland, offering couples an authentic Portuguese countryside setting.
With a 4.8/5 Google rating, the venue has hosted weddings since its opening as a destination space in 2015.
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Gorgeous place for a wedding, they have an open area for the ceremony and dinner also close area for dancing floor or dinner too. We went for a wedding there and everything was so good.
Priscila Martins · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- Price
- €120 to €220 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FAO, 50 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, elegant
Venue highlights
- 18th-century quinta architecture with authentic restoration maintaining original stone and timber details
- 12 hectares of private grounds featuring Mediterranean oak and pine woodland
- Accommodates up to 150 guests across indoor and outdoor event spaces
- Located 45 minutes from Faro International Airport in rural São Bartolomeu de Messines
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 6:00 PMGuest arrivals, welcome reception in main house or terrace
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and refresh period
- 5:30 PMGuests assembled for ceremony
- 6:00 PMCeremony in garden or woodland clearing
- 7:00 PMCocktail hour and aperitivos on terrace
- 8:30 PMDinner service in main hall or marquee
- 10:30 PMDancing and late-night celebration
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch for remaining guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FAO · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Faro International Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,000-25,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000-25,000+ depending on 50-120 guests, catering choices, and seasonality
- Ceremony fee
- €500-1,200Aisle estimate
Depending on guest count and setup
- Reception
- €55-95 a headAisle estimate
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€55-95 (catering typically additional €30-50/head with external caterer)
- Room rate
- €120-180 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-180 per room (8 rooms available on-site)
- Weather window
- July – September
The months the weather is kindest, with May mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 965 623 091
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Venue rental includes event coordination. All-inclusive catering packages available through partner providers. Weekend events command premium rates.
Questions about the venue
What is the venue's history?+
Monte do Serrinho was built in the 18th century as a traditional Portuguese quinta (country farm estate). The property was sympathetically restored and opened as a wedding venue in 2015, retaining original architectural features including stone walls, wooden beams, and period details while adding modern event facilities.
Can guests stay overnight at the venue?+
Yes, the estate offers 8 guest rooms accommodating up to 16 people, allowing wedding guests to stay on the property. Additional accommodation is available in nearby towns within 15-20 minutes.
What outdoor spaces are available?+
The 12-hectare grounds include manicured ceremony areas, shaded garden spaces, woodland settings, and terrace areas overlooking the countryside. Multiple outdoor configurations allow ceremonies and receptions in different locations on the property.
Is catering included?+
The venue works with approved external caterers or can recommend local providers familiar with the space. Couples have flexibility in selecting their catering partner, or the venue can facilitate recommendations based on preferences.
What is the nearest airport?+
Faro International Airport (FAO) is approximately 45 kilometers away, about 45-50 minutes by car. Ground transfers and car rental services are available for guest transportation.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Setting: Countryside, restored, elegant
“Set in the heart of the stunning Algarve countryside, this private estate combines the region’s natural charisma with class and sophistication.”
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