Longevity Cegonha Country Club
Vilamoura, Portugal
Overview
Longevity Cegonha Country Club is located in the upmarket 'golden triangle' of the Algarve, surrounded by lush greenery so has a peaceful and relaxing ambiance. It's a spacious, low-rise hotel with an easy, Portuguese charm.
The retreat is renowned for its effective detox programmes which are based on juicing and liquid diets but it's also the place to come if you are into your fitness or want to kick-start an exercise regime. Add in holistic spa treatments, yoga and sunny days for most of the year. Cegonha is a perfect short – haul destination to de-stress, detox or improve your fitness.
** PLEASE NOTE: retreat is closed from 1st December - 31 January **
When to go
The Algarve is generally mild all year round. The hottest months are June to September.
What we love
- That there is a free shuttle service to the marina at Vilamoura and the beautiful beaches
- Yoga classes with Vera where she focuses on yoga philosophy, meditation, yoga nidra and pranayama
- The weekly workshops with different topics such as juice and water detox or crystal energy healing.
Who should go
- Single travellers are well looked after and can meet other guests
- Those who want to keep themselves busy with lots of fitness activities
- If you want to be in small, sociable environment - there's only 32 rooms so you're bound to bump into the same people.
Programme and Offers
- Free Antioxidant Exfoliating Scrub OR Partial Massage (25 minutes) (min. 3 night stay) or
- Free spa-giftvoucher worth € 50 per person per stay (min. 5 night stay including spa programme) or
- Free spa-giftvoucher worth € 75 per person per stay (min. 7 night stay including spa programme)
- For returning guests: above benefits plus free guaranteed room upgrade when available at time of booking and 10% discount on the room rate and spa programme (not combinable with other discounts)
Wellness
The ‘Feel SPA by Longevity’ focuses on relaxation, stress-relief and fitness. There is a complimentary “Longevity Vitality Plan” so you can stay active and healthy with a daily schedule of group activities aimed at boosting both mind and body. The spa offers energising holistic treatments such as massages and facials as well as more focused treatments such as stress management consultations, energetic re-balance therapy and osteopathy.Facilities include outdoor swimming pool, jet pool, 3 treatment rooms, flotation chamber, detox & relax wet area circuit (infra-red sauna, steam room, salt room, ice fountain and a shower tunnel with jet sensations).
Example treatments at Longevity Cegonha Country Club
- Anti-aging facial
- Sports massage
- Pure & detox body treatment
- Honey, fig & carob body scrub
Fitness & Activities
Activities available at resort
- Cookery workshops
- Bike tour once a week (book in advance)
- Visit to local markets once a week (book in advance)
- Swimming
Activities available at the surrounding area
- The beautiful beaches in the Algarve
- Head into Vilamoura to soak up the culture
- Try your hand at one of the many golf courses in the Algarve
- Boat tours
Typical Group Classes
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Stretching
- Meditation
- Core training
- Tone & fit
- Fitball
- Walks
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
This small retreat has only 32 bedrooms and suites, set over 3 buildings. Each room has a private terrace or garden patio with outdoor furniture so that you can take in the lovely views.
Classic
The Classic Rooms are 40 m2 and they are located on the first floor. They have a private balcony overlooking the gardens.
They have either a king-size or twin beds and a small kitchen.
The en-suite has a bath with overhead shower.
Facilities include TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, telephone and organic toiletries.
Spa Suite
The Spa Suites are 70 m2 and they are located on the ground floor. They have patio doors leading to a garden patio.
They have either a king-size or twin beds and a small kitchen.
The en-suite has a bath with overhead shower.
Facilities include TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, air conditioning, safe, telephone and organic toiletries.
What’s on the menu
The food is an important element of your stay with an emphasis on healthy and delicious cuisine. There's no buffet here. The restaurant (which caters well for vegetarians) serves salads, fish and meat dishes. Ingredients are locally sourced. Organic wine is available. If you are on a detox or weight-loss programme you will be served a detoxifying diet or shakes, juices and soups as well as detox infusions and supplements.
PURE Café by Longevity
The hotel’s only restaurant is centrally located next to the pool. There is no sharing table but the restaurant serves as a social / community area.
Location
The hotel is located on the door step of the Vilamoura National park and away from all bustle and bustle of the busier areas of the Algarve. Buzzing Vilamoura marina and beaches are nearby (a free shuttle bus is in operation). There are lots of activities in the area including golf, walking and biking trails. The hotel’s activity schedule also includes a weekly trip to visit Loule market.
Nearest airport
The transfer time from Faro airport is approximately 30 minutes by car. There are frequent flights to Faro all year round. The flight time is approximately 3 hours from London.
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Families, Children & Infants
Minimum age to stay is 16 years old.
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