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Frontier Park non-electric earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (wild)

From €25 (€25) 1 night, 2 adults

4 people maximum 10/10 3 reviews
One Campervan or Tent or Trailer tent allowed per pitch

Additional units require additional pitches - quick book via 'Make another booking like this' after making your booking.

Pitch size

Min 6m width × 7m depth (42m²)

Ground type

Earth

0 rooms

Suitable for

Campervan, Tent, Trailer tent, (Motorhome not allowed)

Features

Bring a gazebo 1 included, 1 max.
Car 1 included, 1 max.
Dog(s) allowed 2 included, 2 max.
Car parking by pitch/unit
Picnic table
Use of a motorhome service point

Other restrictions

Awnings not allowed

Pup tents not allowed

Availability
Arrive or depart on this date
Your booking From €25 (€25)
Based on 1 night, 2 adults
2 adults

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Shamwari Hilltop Retreat

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100% would stay here again

What customers say

A peaceful rural escape with great views. Helena's helpfulness and Billy's tasty pizzas get a shout-out. Generous pitches and clean facilities. Solo travellers love the safe vibe and good WiFi. Many keen to return.

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Super gastvrij, faciliteiten, toppersoneel en uitmuntende lokale tips

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Anonymous

Frontier Park non-electric earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (wild)

Liked de locatie op de heuvel die uitkeek op de ondergaande zon (+sterrenhemel), de omgeving met vele charmante plekken (o.a. Alcoutim), de gastvrijheid, prettige faciliteiten en heerlijke cuisine! Zonder de tips en verhalen van Helena (eigenaresse) en Billy (chef-kok) was de ervaring van de omgeving nooit zo mooi geweest. Bedankt :)

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Highly recommend for a relaxing stay, particularly for solo travellers

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Caroline G.

Frontier Park non-electric earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (wild)

Liked The view, the staff, the other solo female travellers I met, the dinner service, the toilets & showers, the wind (much appreciated to take the edge off the hot weather!), the personal welcome on arrival, the free WiFi (good enough for me to work online) and overall the safe, relaxed vibe of the site.

Disliked Nothing 😊

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Will definitely visit again.

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Tamar H.

Frontier Park non-electric earth tent, campervan or trailer tent pitch (wild)

Liked Lovely rural campsite. Helena the owner was very helpful and Billy the chef made delicious food in the restaurant. Nice big pitches and fantastic views. Good clean facilities.

Disliked Nothing.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Der beste Platz einer 4 monatigen Reise durch mehrere Länder

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Tobias R.

Hilltop Park electric optional grass and earth touring pitch

Liked So macht das Reisen Freude. Das war der schönste Platz auf meiner 4 monatigen Reise. Da passt alles. Absolut ruhig gelegen, alles da was man benötigt, eine tolle Aussicht, alles sauber und die Gastgeberin ist einfach wunderbar und hat dort einen extrem tollen Platz geschaffen.
Danke
Ich komme wieder!

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Wonderful!

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Fiona D.

Hilltop Park electric optional grass and earth touring pitch

Liked Everything! Shamwari is a very special place indeed, we arrived and didn’t want to leave. Helena has created a perfect retreat in the most stunning setting, the site blends naturally into the surrounding hills and environment. The Cafe is a fantastic addition offering wonderful views, the pizzas are incredible and at 62 years old I can honestly say they are the tastiest I’ve ever had and I’ve eaten a lot of pizzas! Every evening we went down for supper and a glass or two of local wine, so relaxing and a total joy not having to cook for a few nights. Great walks and bike rides down to the river and a local town, hilly though so we were grateful for our electric bikes. On a practical note, spotless toilets and showers, washing machine and plenty of drying lines.
I will definitely remember our holiday here and think of it often.
Thanks Helena for creating this gem for us and many more to enjoy! Oh…definitely order the bread rolls for the morning, they’re fab!

Disliked Us not having enough time to stay longer.

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From the manager: Fiona, thank you so much for your wonderful review. It was a great pleasure to meet you both and I'm so happy you enjoyed your stay with us. If you are back this way we look forward to seeing you both again. Best regards Helena

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Covered terrace area Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Communal freezer Communal fridge Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market

Type

Small (11-25 pitches)

Accessibility

Bathrooms: Large spacious shower Bathrooms: Large spacious toilet Dedicated quiet space Level site, no steep slopes Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Smooth, hard roads e.g. tarmac Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud Well-lit path

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby

Touring and motorhomes

Motorhome service point

Location

Shamwari Hilltop Retreat

Estrada Municipal M1054

km2

Monte Vascao

Alcoutim

Alcoutim

Portugal

8970-028

Directions

Timezone

Europe/Lisbon +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

37.51127°N
7.52496°W

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Overlooked by the 13th-century Castelo de Castro Marim, Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António Marsh Natural Reserve (35 minutes’ drive) is a protected area of salt marshes that attracts avocets, pink flamingoes and other water birds. A hilltop town of whitewashed houses on the river Guadiana, Mértola (45 minutes) is crowned by a medieval castle that houses a museum. Fragments of mosaics portraying lions, ducks and intricate geometric patterns are among the items on display at the Basílica Paleocristã - Museu de Mértola Cláudio Torres. When in Faro (one hour and 15 minutes), check out the Chapel of Bones, decorated with monks’ bones and skulls, or (for something less macabre) the Igreja de Santa Maria, with its colourful ceramic tiles and elaborate altar. Take a selfie in front of the Faro Sign on the marina before joining a cruise to the Ria Formosa Natural Park.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Cabeço 37.7 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Monte Gordo 37.7 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Praia Verde 37.8 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Alagoa-Altura 38.1 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Lota 38.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Frequently asked questions

  • Does Shamwari Hilltop Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Shamwari Hilltop Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Shamwari Hilltop Retreat? Overlooked by the 13th-century Castelo de Castro Marim, Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo António Marsh Natural Reserve (35 minutes’ drive) is a protected area of salt marshes that attracts avocets, … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Shamwari Hilltop Retreat?
    Camping and touring
    Arrive:  10 a.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  noon
    Read more
  • How much does it cost to stay at Shamwari Hilltop Retreat? From R515,71 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.