“HEDONE”

Born on Olympus, Hedonê is, in Greek mythology, the daemon or goddess of pleasure. She is referred to in Epicurean philosophy as a daemon, as she is the fruit of the union of passion with the soul. Her name literally means pleasure and gave rise to the word hedonism.

What is it?

At a time when tourism has become proletarianized and a good slice of the world’s population has “gained wings” (especially after Covid) by settling down everywhere thanks to affordable flights and the genius of Airbnb, what can a newly created local accomodation project in Portugal bring?

Nothing!

Hedone hasn’t discovered the “gunpowder” of local accommodation, it hasn’t filled any void that has yet to be filled, and let’s face it, it doesn’t have any special features that other accommodation, at this level of excellence, can’t offer.

So what does Hedone have to offer?

Hedone is a collection of houses owned by a Portuguese family who, having gone out into the world, had the privilege of settling down and living in places as absolutely beautiful as Cascais, Praia del Rey (next to Óbidos), Sintra and Tróia.

In PDR the inspiration of an immensely blue sky (on good days) over the cliffs of the West Coast with the Berlengas in the background; in Sintra the deep green, the direct and unobstructed view of the mountains with Monserrate peeking majestically through the luxuriant grove; in Tróia the sand and calm of the Sado estuary with the blessing of the Serra da Arrábida shading the blue sea; Cascais because you can breathe Guincho and Cresmina close by, with their rocky, rugged beauty, still wild and incredibly beautiful.

Hedone houses are intended to be an act of sharing by a family with those they want to welcome, be they golfers, surfers, tourists or those who come to Portugal even for professional reasons, in the places where we feel good and happy.

Hedone houses are happy houses. All with a good vibe

So Hedone is above all “home”. It’s well-being, deep well-being, calm, rest and always good scenery, always excellent houses and surroundings.

So, Hedone means going out into the world but always leaving here, from the houses and, by the way… always returning here.

Because the world is incredibly beautiful, but HOME is always HOME for each and every one of us, whatever the reason for our trip.

Hedone is HOME.

Where are we?

In some of the most exclusive and picturesque areas of Portugal:

Troia Peninsula (Troia Resort)

On the longest beach in Europe, white sands spread out lazily along 45 km of dazzling beauty, kissed by a turquoise blue sea where dolphins play. And it all starts in Troia, a place of singular beauty.

Peniche/Óbidos (Praia D’El Rey Resort)

The westernmost city in Europe and surfers paradise (Peniche) joins the UNESCO literary village (Óbidos), where one of the best preserved medieval castles in the world is located. Upon entering the castle of Óbidos and its village, you are immediately transported back in time.

Sintra (Galamares)

Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, Sintra is an enchanted town, where magic can still be felt in its fairytale castles, gardens that seem to be frequented by fairies and mythological beings, and lush pine forests.

Cascais (Quinta da Bicuda)

In the heart of the Portuguese Riviera, Cascais is a coastal village of incomparable glamor and former refuge of Portuguese and European royalty.

What does Hedone offer?

Much more than accommodation. Our properties are portals to a world of unique pleasures and sensations:

The gentle sea breeze from the Guincho sea (Cascais);

The lazy warm waters that glide their brilliant blue over the white sandy beaches of Troia;

The rocking of the waves in Peniche;

The enchanted songbirds of Sintra’s forests;

The fresh, pure air of the Cascais, Troia and Peniche golf courses;

The divine taste and irresistible aroma of fresh fish and seafood from Peniche;

The enchantment of Sintra’s fairytale palaces and castles.

Hedone allows you to free yourself, let yourself be carried away by the dream and connect heart and soul to the pleasures of nature, food and history.

Why is Hedone different?

We are often told that “we can’t have everything”, but at Hedone we believe exactly the opposite.

It is possible to enjoy all the pleasures we have described and many more, especially if you accept the Hedone 360º offer that allows our guests to stay in all properties in order to maximize the experience. Let yourself be carried away by Hedone on a journey through the best that Portugal has to offer.

Every day is unique at Hedone.

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