Quinta da Figueirinha

This 36-hectare organic farm and botanic garden 4.7km east of Silves has six apartments with full kitchens; some have washing machines. You can self-cater or breakfast can be arranged for €8. Guests are free to wander the orchards and pick oranges, lemons, clementines and grapefruits. Four above-ground swimming pools are dotted around the grounds.