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A small nature resort in the hills of Algarve — private cabins, silence, pool, sunsets and space to breathe.
Slow down. Stay longer. Feel Algarve.
A small nature resort in the hills of Algarve —
private chalets, silence, pool, sunsets and space to breathe.

Not a hotel. Not a campsite. A small village in nature.

Merra — a thoughtfully designed nature getaway in Algarve, built for sustainability, serenity, and long-term visitor loyalty.

  • Concept

    A low-density hospitality concept: only eight privately owned chalets on a lush Algarve property — easy to operate and easy to market.

  • Place

    A place where space, silence and slow living create premium pricing potential and strong guest loyalty.
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Excel • 5-year forecast • CAPEX • assumptions included
Merra is a boutique Turismo em Espaço Rural project in Algarve, Portugal. The concept is a low-density nature retreat with only 8 private chalets, shared outdoor infrastructure and additional revenue streams (food, activities, experiences).

The project focuses on:
  • slow tourism
  • families and long stays
  • low operating complexity
  • high margins
  • controlled scale

This is not a hotel.
This is a compact, cash-flow oriented micro-resort.
Concept
A small-scale nature resort with strong cashflow and low risk
  • 25–30 min to main Algarve beaches
  • countryside, quiet environment
  • car-accessible
  • no REN / no RAN / no Natura restrictions
  • classified as Solo Rústico – Espaço Agrícola

Suitable for Turismo em Espaço Rural (TER).

The area combines:
  • nature + privacy + proximity to the coast
  • ideal for family and slow tourism.
Location
Location — São Bartolomeu de Messines, Algarve
  • 8 tourist chalets (~40 m² each)
  • pool & lounge area
  • reception + mini market
  • BBQ zones
  • outdoor cinema
  • bikes
  • padel court
  • local tours & experiences
  • septic + borehole infrastructure

Low construction density (~5% land occupation).
Product
Project composition
Algarve is Portugal’s #1 tourism region:
  • ~28% of all national overnight stays
  • average stay ~4 nights
  • strong international demand (DE, NL, UK, US)
  • growing trend: nature & rural stays

Small eco-resorts benefit from:
  • less competition
  • higher ADR
  • longer stays
  • lower seasonality
Market
Algarve tourism fundamentals
Revenue is diversified beyond accommodation.

Revenue:
  • Chalets
  • Breakfasts
  • BBQ & food sales
  • Drinks & mini market
  • Activities & tours
  • Transfers
  • Equipment rental

This reduces dependence on occupancy only.
Business model
Multi-revenue model
Revenue€350,000 – €400,000 / year

Operating costs€150,000 – €170,000 / year

EBITDA€180,000 – €230,000

EBITDA margin≈ 50–60%

Payback~ 2–3 years (owner-operated)
Finance
Financial performance
A small project. A clear model. Predictable returns.
Merra is an 8-unit nature resort designed for operational simplicity and strong cash flow.

Low fixed costs, diversified revenue, and conservative assumptions create a resilient, profitable hospitality business in the Algarve.

Why risk is limited

✔ only 8 units → easy to fill
✔ low fixed costs
✔ diversified revenue
✔ owner-operated
✔ no large staff
✔ small footprint
✔ TER zoning compatible
✔ no dependence on beach tourism
✔ scalable model

Even with conservative assumptions (ADR 140€, occupancy 45%), the project remains profitable.

  • Planning status

    • Land classification verified
    • No REN/RAN restrictions
    • PIP (Pedido de Informação Prévia) submitted to Câmara Municipal de Silves
    • Designed under Turismo em Espaço Rural regulations
    Low-impact rural tourism project aligned with PDM policies.

  • Investment opportunity

    Looking for:
    • strategic partner or co-investor
    • €100–200k equity
    • minority stake
    or Self-funded.

    Open to partnerships.