The Tea House
| Our rating |
Five Stars. |
| Cost |
Mid-range. |
| Location |
15 min from Porto International Airport. Walking distance to the beach and lighthouse. |
| Setting |
Perched on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. |
| Activities |
City tours, wine tasting, boat cruises, shopping, swimming, spas, golf, tennis, casinos and many other activities nearby. |
| Exterior |
Magnificent example of modern 20th century architecture. |
| Interior |
Modern white-plastered walls, cement pillars and red African wood ceilings and furniture. Very airy with simple elegance. |
| Facilities |
Restaurant and tea house. |
| Accommodations |
Not available, but there are a number of hotels nearby. |
| Receptions |
Informal elegance. |
| Entertainment |
Ambiance music. |
| Ceremonies |
Civil and symbolic ceremonies can be performed inside or atop the gorgeous rock formations overlooking the sea. Religious ceremonies can be carried out in the traditional chapel next door. |
| Restaurant |
The panoramic restaurant serves both International and Portuguese dishes. It is especially known for its seafood. Superb cuisine and wine list. The tea house prides itself on its desserts, pastries and gourmet teas and coffees. |
| Service |
Excellent service in a polished atmosphere. |
| Capacity |
Up to 63 people. |
| Availability |
Open every day except Sundays. Reservations must be made well in advance if you choose to book the entire Tea House for your event. |
Unique characteristics of The Tea House
Set on a picturesque coastline, the Tea House is so much more than a simple spot for tea. Originally a fashionable tea house, nowadays it is divided into a tea room and classy dining room, which serves exceptional meals and offers breathtaking views of the seascape.
The Tea House not only attracts admirers of fine cuisine and the ocean, but also those who appreciate modern architecture. Built by one of Portugal's most famous modern architects, the Tea House was the first of its kind. Magnificent architecture is presented in the stairway leading to the entrance, which bestows several dramatic perspectives of the landscape by seeming to conceal and disclose the ocean and the horizon. Once inside, the tea room with its enormous windows exposes the cement foundation below, while the fully glassed dining room leads to an open air plateau. An extraordinary feature of this Tea House is that the window frames can slide down under the floor, leaving the long projecting edges in continuum with the ceiling. This modern example of architecture generates an astonishing effect in the summer, making it possible to walk out from the dining room directly to the sea as the building seems to disappear.
The Tea House’s superb oceanfront location makes an ideal place for a seaside wedding, complete with a chapel and lighthouse. Its modern architecture also creates a special intimate and contemplative ambiance perfect for small receptions.
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