ABOUT US
Macha & Thibault
Macha & Thibault de Catheu, French designers and nature lovers, fond of arts and fascinated by the living things.
We have two wonderful twin girls and a free spirited young little boy who enjoys running into the wild!
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In 2018, we left Paris to move to Portugal to fulfill our dream: to create a sanctuary surrounded by nature and inspired by art, a holistic farm that would embody our love for the living things.
Our searching path led us to this magical land in the heart of the Ribatejo plains, just 40km from Lisbon. We fell in love with it at first sight. Since then, we have been renovating it, cultivating its soil, shaping and grooming its grounds.
Terra Quinta is a labor of love, coming from our hearts with the strong belief that we could build something quite special here.
We are now thrilled to share with you Terra Quinta, a place filled with love and laughter, joy and positive energy.
The place
Located only 30 minutes away from Lisbon airport, Terra Quinta is made of five hectares of land.
We have designed and shaped this land with different areas, to create a unique sanctuary for the body and mind.
Our rooms
Located in the old stables, our rooms reflect the essence of our garden. They incarnate a mix of simplicity and creativity. We have chosen wooden furniture and the purity of linen for our beddings. Each room is unique, with its own decor and soul.
Most of our bedrooms open to a green terrace with a lounge area.
Our workshop
We have converted an old barn into a spacious loft with two floors.
The ground floor hosts a wooden stove, a juice bar and allows up to 50 people to practice yoga or meditation. Upstairs, the space is entirely dedicated to art, with a ceramic workshop, paintings, and various pieces of art.
Our workshop
We have converted an old barn into a spacious loft with two floors.
The ground floor hosts a wooden stove, a juice bar and allows up to 50 people to practice yoga or meditation. Upstairs, the space is entirely dedicated to art, with a ceramic workshop, paintings, and various pieces of art.
Casa Principale
En pénétrant dans notre salon/salle à manger, vous serez immédiatement enveloppé par une atmosphère chaleureuse et accueillante. Chaque détail a été pensé avec amour et attention, des meubles confortables et élégants aux accessoires décoratifs soigneusement sélectionnés. Des coussins moelleux invitent à la détente. Les œuvres d'art locales ornent les murs, ajoutant une touche de couleur et de caractère à l'espace.
Notre salon/salle à manger est bien plus qu'un simple lieu de rassemblement. C'est un endroit où les cœurs s'ouvrent, où les palais sont comblés et où les esprits s'élèvent. Des étagères débordantes de livres invitent à l'exploration et à la découverte, offrant une multitude de lectures pour nourrir l'esprit et l'âme.
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The arena
Set around a large fire pit, the arena – a 36 meters circle evoking the earth- offers a journey into the five elements: fire, air, water, metal, stars. The energy rising from it is
strong and powerful. Here, you will enjoy a lunar cycle made of a thousand flowers, a thoughtful mandala, 12 totems, mineral spaces representing the 5 continents where gigantic sculptures will be exhibited.
The pergola
Under this delightful, shaded space, overlooking the rolling plains of the Ribatejo, you can enjoy peace and quiet. Indulge in a yoga class, meditate, or even simply enjoy the sunrise in front of your eyes.
The vegetable garden
Our fantastic organic vegetable and fruit garden spreads over one hectare of land and keeps on growing. It provides fresh ingredients to our kitchen throughout the year, giving our food an extra special taste of love and sunshine.
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A Chef at the Quinta
We work closely with talented and passionate chefs to create yummy menus. During their stay, the chefs are invited to work in the kitchen and animate a cooking workshop to share their love for food with you.
Seasonality
Over the seasons, we harvest: peas, arugula, fennel and artichokes (Spring); black, yellow and red tomatoes, juicy strawberries, sweet raspberries and melons (Summer); figs, kale, cauliflower and squash (Autumn & Winter). We never use pesticides and farm responsibly and mindfully, with this constant belief that eating organically is not only better for the planet but also for our wellbeing.
We never use pesticides and farm responsibly and mindfully, with this constant belief that eating organically is not only better for the planet but also for our wellbeing.
Sustainability
Located in the heart of nature, next to pine trees and majestic cork oak trees, our 20-meter-long pool is a peaceful heaven. While swimming, you can admire the stunning hills of the Portuguese countryside.
The pool itself is surrounded by soft mattresses and hammocks, the perfect spots to take a nap in the afternoon.
The pool
The magic cabins
At the end of a shady path, nestled amongst iconic Portuguese cork oak trees, you will find two enchanted cabins designed for treatments and massages. Between them, stands a large sandy space where you can practice yoga or have a rest. A true heaven on earth!
The"Here Now" minis
Suspended from the branches of our trees, you will find 4 wooden cocoons swing chairs, padded with cozy cushions to welcome your moments alone and offer you a unique space to reconnect with the essential.
This former dressage arena is surrounded by flowers and nature. Wisteria and starry jasmine cover the marquee. The arena lights up each evening to welcome your dances, dinners, and poetic reveries.
The enchanted marquee
Treat yourself
Terra Quinta is also home to wonderful therapists with healing hands. All year long, you can book a shiatsu, African, Thai, or relaxing massage. You choose where you would like to unplug : under the trees, inside one of our magic cabins or in your room.
We highly recommend you book your treatment in advance.
Our games/activities
Our Quinta proposes different activities for all ages: a tennis table, a field set for the typical French game called “la pétanque”, a trampoline, swings, bicycles, trapezes, Badminton rackets.
Treat yourself
Terra Quinta is also home to wonderful therapists with healing hands. All year long, you can book a shiatsu, African, Thai, or relaxing massage. You choose where you would like to unplug : under the trees, inside one of our magic cabins or in your room.
We highly recommend you book your treatment in advance.