I’m always looking for distinctive small stays in Portugal for possible future editorial coverage on Our Portugal Journey.

Not generic “luxury” — more the places with: • a strong sense of place • thoughtful restoration or design • atmosphere and story • beautiful natural or village settings • experiences that feel rooted rather than manufactured

I’m especially interested in:

• boutique guesthouses

• vineyard stays

• historic manor houses

• village hideaways

• quietly exceptional small hotels

If there’s a property in Portugal you think more people should know about, I would be glad to hear about it. - CW