No pets allowed Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
Home description
A fantastic villa carefully decorated and equipped on a quite location, but at 5 mts drive from Albufeira, the beach, market etc.
4 bedrooms with en suite bathroom (all with showers), living room, dining room and kitchen. Surrounded by a private garden, has a pool with front, with parasols and long chairs. There is a private place to park the car.
Local atraction: Zoomarine. More info at www.zoomarine.com
BBQ
Bedroom
Dining room
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The Algarve / Central Algarve region
Situated on the extreme South of Portugal, this part of the territory was the last to be conquered from the Moors by the Portuguese king in 1292. Traces of the Moorish presence are still seen in its unique architecture - terraces, chimneys and whitewashed houses.
However, the distance that was difficult to cover back in the 13th century is no longer an obstacle thanks to the modern Lisbon-Albufeira-Castro Marim road (IP1) or Faro international airport. So why not visit this charming region, with its idyllic temperatures which are ideal for playing golf and other sports. In the northern part of the Algarve, the hills of Espinhação de Cão, Monchique and Caldeirão shelter the coast from strong winds. This brightly coloured region, with its fig trees, orange groves and almond trees in blossom, is also the most verdant and fertile. The southern coastline consists of a long stretch of fabulous sandy beaches, broken up by extraordinary rugged cliffs and fantastic grottoes.
PLACES OF INTEREST
Albufeira - Once a peaceful fishing village, it keeps its narrow streets in the old town and whitewashed houses perched over a charming beach where, when tourism allows it, you can walk amidst colouful fishing boats ornamented with eyes, animals and stars. Shops, bars and restaurants fill every corner, but there are is also the old castle, the buildings which still preserve Moorish arches and interesting churches, like the one of São Sebastião
Faro - The capital of the district, with a medieval wall and a large number of monuments: Cathedral (Roman-Gothic origin), Nossa Senhora da Assuncão Convent (Renaissance), São Francisco Church (16-18th centuries). Museums to visit: Infante Dom Henrique, Regional Ethnographic, Ramalho Ortigão and Antoniano (next to the Santo António do Alto Hermitage). Also worthwhile visiting are the beautiful churches of São Pedro da Misericórdia and Nossa Senhora do Carmo. Roman ruins of Milreu in the suburbs.
Lagos - Enclosed within 5th century walls, with its Manueline window, are the magnificent churches of São Sebastião (Renaissance portals and 17th-18th century tiles), Santa Maria of Misericórida (16th- 19th centuries), Santo António (Baroque) and the very old São João Hermitage (8th-9th centuries). Other points of interest: Regional Museum, Governors' Palace, Forte do Pau da Bandeira and the Old Slave Market. Charming marina.
Loulé- This place is a rural administrative and active market town with some remains of a castle dating back to the 12th Century. The Arab castle has been virtually destroyed leaving some walls still standing that are now surrounded by modern buildings. Like most other towns in the Algarve, most of the older potentially interesting buildings have been destroyed in the earthquake that occurred in 1755. Within the remaining walls is a museum with an explanation of what was in the past the grandeur of the castle. The various earthquakes that it has suffered through its history have damaged the 13th Century Church of São Clemente. However, its Gothic arches and side chapels are remaining from the 16th Century have survived.
Monchique - Amongst the beautiful houses on the slope stand the mother-church (Manuelina), Misericórdia Church (with a Baroque retable) and the Senhor do Pé da Cruz Hermitage (17th century). Nearby look for the famous thermal spas of Monchique and Fóia (902 m high), overlooking the hills and the ocean. Between Monchique and Portimão is the village of Caldas de Monchique that was developed in Roman times as a Spa. Here a visitor can try the curing elements of the sulphur smelling hot spring water that emerges at a constant temperature of 32ºC.
Silves - Stones of different times and cultures overlap in this town: the castle, with its famous water cistern and walls, is of Arab origin; the Gothic Cathedral (having undergone several restoration works) was built on the site of an ancient mosque; the 12th century bridge was built where formerly stood a Roman bridge. The Cross of Portugal also deserves special mention (16th century religious sculpture), as well as the following examples of Manueline motifs: the Nossa Senhora dos Mártires Hermitage and the Misericórdia Church.
Tavira - With its inviting long beaches, typical roofs and chimneys, this picturesque town offers a beautiful view over the Gilão river and its Roman bridge. Churches to visit: Santa Maria do Castelo (13th-18th centuries), Misericórdia (Renaissance), Nossa Senhora das Ondas (17th century), São José (with Gothic and Manueline elements), São Paulo and Carmo (17th-18th centuries). If you are browsing along the Travessa de Dona Brites, you will see beautiful medieval houses, with Gothic windows and portals. In the suburbs, in the small village of Luz there is a Renaissance church, which has been a pilgrimage place for many centuries
Vilamoura - Many of the Algarve's resorts have grown in a rather chaotic fashion around a pre-existing town or village. Not so in Vilamoura. This is a modern, purpose-built resort where everything has been planned and designed with your pleasure in mind. The huge range of facilities available makes it a very popular destination for families seeking stress-free fun.
Albufeira / Branqueira area
The house is located just east of Albufeira close to Balaia Golf Course, Sta. Eulalia and the bustling fishing village of Olhos da Água.
Balaia Golf Course is a few minutes by car down the road. For those of you who enjoy other sport then tennis is available nearby at Quinta da Balaia and horse riding at Vale Navio.
The beaches at Albufeira, Sta. Eulalia, Olhos de Água and Falesia are a short drive. At many of these beaches there is a variety of water sports on offer.
There is an abundance of restaurants and bars in Albufeira with something to suit all tastes. Olhos de Água also offers a good choice. A bit further along the coast you will come to Vilamoura (about 15 minutes driving) which hosts 5 award winning golf courses. Here there is also a lively marina with lots of restaurants, bars, shops and where you can pick up many water borne day trips e.g fishing and sailing.
Close to Stª Eulália Beach, you can also find a Thalasso Spa were all kind of massages, beauty treatments, thalasso treatments, etc, etc are available. For further information, please visit the following site: www.realspathalasso.com
How to get there
A number of cheap airlines are now flying to Faro.
Take a look at www.skyscanner.net and this compares all prices for the cheap airlines such as Easyjet, Thomsonfly, Monarch, Flybe, Jet2, etc.
For scheduled flights e.g. British Airways or TAP, then www.expedia.co.uk is a good site to look at.
From Faro the house is approximately a 40 minute drive.
Car hire is the easiest option.
Alternatively, if you do not want to drive from the airport, we can arrange an airport transfer and then have a car delivered to the house
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro: 35 km
Railway:
Albufeira: 10 km
Activities near Albufeira
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Waterpark Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Bedrooms (4), Bathrooms (4), En suite (4), WCs (4), Solarium / Roof terrace
Furniture:
Single beds (2), Double beds (3), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: Towels and linen are provided, although guests are asked to bring their own pool/beach towels.
Maid service is twice weekly. Linen is changed once a week and towels twice a week.
Satelite TV
Further details outdoors: Sun beds are provided.
Further details
Upon booking a deposit of 25% is required. Please be also prepared for the following: Owner may ask for a refundable damage deposit of £150.
Conditions
Wheelchair access.
Rental rates
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Upon booking a deposit of 25% is required. The remaing 75% are paid in cash, on arrival and in exchange for the Villa keys.
Please be also prepared for the following: Owner may ask for a refundable damage deposit of aprox. 100 euros per person. This deposit is also payable on arrival, and will be fully returned to you by the owner on your departure and in case no damages were done to the property.
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