No pets allowed Suitable for children Smokers welcome Self-catering
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Calipto Apartment is located in the Areias de Sao Joao ( Albufeira ) only meters away from the sea, has at your disposal over 11 fully equipped apartments with all necessary facilities as well as a large swimming pool for all your leisure needs. Located near everything, bars restaurants, shops...
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The Algarve / Central Algarve region
Atlantic Ocean coastline, it has a climate similar to the Mediterranean. The population is close to 400,000 inhabitants of all nationalities, distributed through 16 municipalities and settled mostly on the coastline. Today, the Algarve is a favourite holiday destination, being famous for its beautiful beaches, amazing countryside, vibrant night-life, splendid golf courses, excellent hostelries, culture and popular customs, and the friendly charm and welcome of its people. The wonderful climate, warm and sunny all year round, gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of sport, cultural and leisure activities. We invite you to discover a little more about this desirable region.
Albufeira / Oura Beach area
The place we know today as Albufeira is not just a “Tourist Capital” in Portugal. It is also an area full of history, with vestiges of human occupation since the remote Neolithic and Bronze ages.
Contacts with Phoenicians, Greeks and Carthaginians taught the inhabitants the alphabet, use of monetary currency, and how to conserve foodstuffs with use of salt. Initially occupied by the Romans, its original name was Baltum. The Romans were famous for their administrative skills and initiated intense agricultural, mining and commercial activities. There still remain vestiges of aqueducts, roads and bridges built by them. Commerce with the North African coast led to a gradual influx of the Moors throughout the Algarve. The name of Albufeira comes from the Arab “Al-Buhera” which means “Castle of the Sea” – this name could derive from the existence of a fortification built on the rocky outcrop that dominated the lagoon on the lower part of the town. The Arabs made great strides in the development of agriculture, introducing new cultivations, tools and techniques, such as ploughs, water wheels to raise water from underground wells and also were the first to use fertilizers.
The Christian conquest of the region began at the end of the 12th Century. After decades of conflict, a tight siege of the town by the Knights of the Order of Santiago, finally drove out the Moors in 1249, in the reign of King D. Afonso III. The town was awarded to the Military Order of Aviz and became part of the kingdom of Portugal and the Algarves. King D. Manuel I awarded Charter to the Town of Albufeira on the 20th of August 1504 (date of the municipal holiday) and from that day the town was governed according to the legislation in force for the rest of the country. Of all the southern towns, Albufeira has been one of the most victimised by natural disasters. The earthquake of 1755 was the worst and most damaging, terminating in a tidal flood that destroyed most of the buildings, leaving few houses standing intact. Rebuilding was slow and it took decades for Albufeira to begin to recuperate from this enormous tragedy.
In the middle of the 19th Century, the fishing industry did much to revive the economy of the town. The export of fish and dried fruit were the principal means of income for the region. Tourism began to flourish from the 1960’s and gave a breath of fresh air to the local economy. As Albufeira grew, so it became a “city” in 1986 and continues to evolve and expand even into the present day. Thanks to an ever-growing tourist industry, it has become one of the most desired holiday destinations in Europe. In order to cope with the growing needs of the Tourist industry, Albufeira was obliged to overflow its historical urban boundaries into the surrounding countryside in order to build the necessary quality accommodation and install the accompanying luxury services they require. Montechoro, Areias de São João and the famous Oura now became new centres of attraction for visitors. The recent completion of the Albufeira Marina has extended the town’s urban development from its eastern side over to Galé and Salgados in the west.
The borough of Albufeira receives a considerable percentage of the 5 million tourists who visit the Algarve annually. The frenetic summer season now extends into the rest of the year, for visitors of all ages and from all over the world. Its extraordinary climate, with more than 3000 hours of sunshine per year, (see the weather page) and the friendly charm of its people persuade many foreigners to move residence to the region, either temporarily or permanently. We find more and more people select Albufeira as their favourite destination because of its multiple attractions, i.e. the lively and social night-life, the beautiful beaches, varied water sports, golf courses, glorious countryside and the local cuisine.
How to get there
We can help you with Airport transfers and car rental if needed.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro: 30 km
Railway:
Albufeira, Ferreiras: 5 km
Activities near Albufeira
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Beach or lakeside relaxation A winter sun break Good nightlife
Facilities
General:
Air conditioning, Satellite TV
Standard:
Kettle, Toaster, Iron
Utilities:
Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Rooms:
Bedrooms (2), Bathrooms (1)
Furniture:
Sofabeds (2), Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (unheated)
Conditions
Note: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
- Bookings are flexible. A 30% deposit is required at the time of booking. The balance is due 6 weeks prior to departure. A damage deposit of 150€ will be paid on the arrival. - Rental rates include water, gas, electricity, garden and pool maintenance, linen and towels. - We also accept payment by Pay-Pal
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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385£347
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525£473
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735£662
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525£473
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420£378
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Preferred changeover day Negociable
Deposit required at time of booking 30%
Balance due 8 weeks prior to holiday
Refundable damage deposit required 250€
The prices are for 6 people
Air Conditioned have an extra charge 50€ per week
Availability
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 84133
Name:
Maria Aranzazu Vergara Garcia
Company:
Algarve100villas.com
Tel:
+351 289 542270
Mobile:
+351 926560682
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