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a unique destination for people interested in making positive change. The CO Project Farm was a learning lab that offered farm experiences in sustainable livivng and creative change developed by Leyla Acaroglu
our lovingly restored 100-year-old farm
Recreation
Relax in the cool water of our on-site natural swimming pond
Take a walk around the farm and find one of our 35 very friendly animal residents who love to be patted
Find one of the many hammocks and places to relax around the farm and watch the sun rise or set
Take a 5 minute drive (or 25 minute walk) from the farm to the beautifulZêzere River, a fresh water swimming delight with a river beach, for natural swimming and picnicking
Wander into the nearby natural cork and pine forest for the perfect forest walks and nature immersions
Head intoTomar for a day trip and soak up the rich cultural history of its 900-year-old convent and castle, before strolling through its winding old streets filled with cute cafes and restaurants
If it’s Friday, take a trip to the fantastic local farmers market for fresh produce, cheese and wine
Sample even more local gourmet food and wine with a private wine tasting session, winery tour or olive oil production tour
Ask us to organise another local farm visit for you or suggest one of the many other culturally rich activities around us
Explore the Farm restoration
THE OUTDOOR DINNING AND COOKING AREAS
Our outdoor communal table accommodates 12-25 people with a sweeping view of the garden and farm below.
THE OUTDOOR PIZZA OVEN AND PORTUGUESE BBQ
We have a beautiful big outdoor cooking area which includes an outdoor kitchen, a hand-built pizza oven and a Portuguese BBQ.
CO PROJECT FARM ANIMAL RESIDENTS
We have 35 very friendly farm animal residents (including some adorable donkeys) who love to be patted. Goats, Sheep, Donkeys, Ducks a puppy and Chickens
OUR SUNROOM IN THE GUESTHOUSE
The sunroom in the 100-year-old restored guest house offers a scenic work space or cozy place to curl up with a book..
THE BUNKHOUSE IN THE ORIGINAL WINE CELLAR
The bunkhouse was converted from a wine cellar and provides 4 beds, a communal lounge area, kitchen and cozy fireplace.
BUNKHOUSE BATHROOM
The bunkhouse bathroom has been carefully renovated and comes complete with a 100-year-old bathtub that is perfect to use after a day on the farm.
THE MASTER BEDROOM IN THE GUESTHOUSE
This master bedroom is one of four private rooms upstairs in the guesthouse.
GUESHOUSE BATHROOM
The private guesthouse rooms all have access to this shared first floor bathroom.
CLASSROOM IN CONVERTED GRAIN STOREROOM
The classroom has an amazing pitched roof and attached sundeck (perfect for morning yoga or afternoon wine). Inside there is a projector, ample power plugs and space for up to 25 people as a workshop location, or a four-table work room.
All Natural Swimming Pond
Our on-site natural swimming pond uses a series of reservoirs filled with plants to filter the water without chemicals, making it a perfect place to relax during the warm season.
THE ABUNDANT PERMACULTURE GARDEN
We have a thriving summer vegetable garden and food forest for cooking fresh vegetarian food (our facility is 100% vegetarian).
THE TRIANGLE CABIN
We have great places to relax and unwind, like our triangle cabin.