A Day at a “Quinta”
Perched on a serene plateau above Funchal, Quinta Jardins do Lago invites you into a world where centuries of tradition meet refined luxury. Once known as Quinta da Achada, this 18th-century estate has hosted nobles, merchants, and even British General Beresford during the Napoleonic era over time, it became renowned for its botanical rivalry, as owners competed to cultivate the most exotic and splendid gardens on the island.
Today, the Quinta maintains that legacy as part of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World, set within 2.5 hectares of lush botanical gardens celebrating over 500 species — from dragon trees and camphor laurels to orchids and towering magnolias. Wander the shaded paths and tranquil terraces, where ancient trees and rare plants whisper tales of Madeira’s past.
Experience Options
- Afternoon Tea ( Duration: 2 hours )
Enjoy a self-guided stroll through the estate’s botanical gardens, followed by a traditional full afternoon tea served in the tranquil setting of the Quinta.
- Homemade scones with artisanal jams
- Selection of house-made pastries: mini queijadinhas, Madeira cake, orange cake
- Assorted finger sandwiches
- Flute of sparkling wine
- Tea or herbal infusions from the Quinta garden
- Wine Tasting (Duration: 3 hours)
Begin with a self-guided visit through the lush gardens, then settle into an elegant setting for a premium Portuguese wine tasting, paired with a curated selection of local delicacies.
Booking Conditions
- Min 4 PAX / Max 16 PAX
- Afternoon Tea (min 4 PAX)=75€ P/ PAX
- Wine tasting (min 4 PAX)=130€ P/ PAX