Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Late deal: 31 Aug 2008 to 14 Sep 2008. £595 per week.
Home description
Casa Alegre is a delightful Algarve style villa with Moorish arches furnished to a high standard in a peaceful location situated at Fazenda Caravela, and benefits from a six day maid service, and Free Wireless Internet WIFI (bring own laptop).
The Villa has an outside covered terrace at the front of the property which has countryside views over farmland and the 2 new Amendoeira championship Golf courses (due for completion in 2008), leading to a private pool & sunbathing terrace, built in BBQ, all within the mature walled garden, with trees and shrubs from the Mediterranean region.
Casa Alegre is situated 5 kms from ancient city of Silves with its castle, food market, shops, restaurants, and 15 mins drive from the coast with a wide range of beautiful sandy beaches and restaurants.
It is an an ideal base for a relaxing holiday sitting by the pool, lying on the beach, or exploring the Algarve countryside, coast, and local cuisine.
The property is very suitable for families, the terrace is gated at either end, and each exit from pool to garden has a gate, which should be kept closed for children's’ safety. Pool and surround can be lit for night time use.
Villa overlooking pool
private swimming pool & sun terrace
Terrace view with alfresco dining
Living Room
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The Algarve region
The Algarve region is blessed with a wonderful climate, ideal for swimming, sunbathing and water sports in summer, and mild enough in spring, autumn and winter for tennis, golf, clifftop or countrywide walking, exploring and sightseeing.
The legacy of a 500 year occupation by the Moors can be seen in the architecture and historic towns of the region, such as Silves (6 km from villa), with its towering castle walls, ancient cathedral, and museum. Winding streets lead down to the Roman bridge on the River Arade, from where boat trips can be taken to Portimao. For the modern visitor there are the necessary banks, restaurants, a covered food market, supermarket and shops.
Places of interest include Caldas de Monchique, a spa village dating back to Roman times. Recently restored, it has a lovely restaurant, and is en route for Foia, the highest point of the Algarve, from where there are spectacular views right down to the coast, through the Monchique hills with their fragrant Eucalyptus trees. On the coastline Portimao, an old fishing port, now a bustling town can be seen, with its modern road bridge.
The historic old port of Lagos, with nearby beautiful caves at Praia Dona Ana (accessible by fisherman's boat from the beach) and towering sandstone cliffs is well worth a visit. The beaches with golden sand and towering cliffs are quite breathtaking. The local fishermen take visitors for a tour of the caves, and often visitors swim from the boats within the acquamarine water of the caves.
Faro old town (45 kms), and Tavira with its camera obscura , and nearby bird nature reserve are also of great interest.
For train lovers, an excellent service runs from Tunes Station (just beyond Algoz village), main line to Lisbon, over the River Tagus right into the city itself (a three hour journey), with some trains continuing on as far north as Oporto. Trains are comfortable, reasonable in price and a joy to use. Concessionary prices are available for young people and over 60's on production of passport.
An hour's drive past Faro takes you across the border between Portugal and Spain, and Seville is now a 3 hour drive away. (Check your car insurance first with your hire company).
Armacao de Pera / Algoz area
Armacao de Pera is the nearest coastal resort which is 15 minutes drive with its beautful beaches and golden cliffs, and there is a wide range of large and small beaches to expore along the coast which are ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Boat trips to explore the caves and grottos are available for hire, as are water and jet skis.
Banks and a supermarket may be found in Silves. This beautiful old city, with its old Cathedral and castle walls is a joy to visit.
The “Algarve Shopping” precinct near Guia offers a large supermarket, a multiplex cinema, bowling alley and food court, as well as numerous smart clothing shops.. There are many local restaurants in nearby villages and towns, and near the beach at Armacao de Pera, serving local cusine, fresh fish and seafood. There is also a selection of high quality restaurants serving Mediterranean & international food within 15 mins drive.
Local food markets in Silves and Armacao de Pera sell beautifully fresh fish, meat and vegetables, ideal for cooking at home in the kitchen and on the barbeque.
Other leisure activities include Zoomarine with its Dolphin and sea lion & bird of prey shows. A water slide park "The Big One" near Porches is within 10 mins drive, and the sand sculpture exhibition is 10 mins away.
Golf at Silves 10 mins, Salgados 15 mins, Vilamoura (3 courses) & Penina about 30 minutes drive away, and situated 2 minutes from the luxury Amendoeira a golf resort with two championship courses design by Nick Faldo & Christie O'Connor opening in 2008.
Numerous countryside and clifftop walks (walking guide books and maps in sitting room). Without taking the car, you can walk out from the villa through the orange groves in the direction of Silves along the old country lanes.
Monchique mountains, old town Faro, Portimao, old port of Lagos, Sagres, Tavira are all interesting places within driving distance.
Horse riding is available at Quinta de Saudade, on the lower Albufeira road, about a ten minute drive away.
Local markets in Algoz, Armacao de Pera, Albufeira and many other small towns operate monthly (see list in villa for dates).
How to get there
Casa Alegre is situated 35 minutes drive from Faro Airport, and car hire is essential as the villa is in a countryside location. Prebooked cars are picked up at Faro airport.
There are a number of budget and premium Airlines which fly to Faro, including British Airways, EasyJet.com, Monarch, Flybe.com, TAP, Thomson.
There are many car companies at Faro Airport including www.economycarhire.com, Holidayautos.co.uk, Europecar, Avis, Hertz, Auto Jardim, leisure car.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro: 40 km
Railway:
Tunes: 8 km
Activities near Armacao de Pera
Sports: 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
Facilities
Luxuries:
Log fire, Internet access, DVD player, Staffed Property
General:
TV, Video player, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 6, Sleeps maximum of 6
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: Casa Alegre Sleeps 6 people and has three bedrooms, 1 ensuite bathroom and 1 family bathroom
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1 with Queen size bed. There is a small wall safe for protection of valuables. Wall mounted oil filled radiator, built in wardrobes, leads to en-suite bathroom.
Bedroom 2 with two long single beds, built in wardrobes. Bedroom 3 with 2 standard single beds, built in wardrobes.
Bathrooms
En suite to Bedroom 1, with bath, integral shower, WC, bidet and handbasin. Adjacent to bedrooms 2 and 3, with shower cubicle, WC, handbasin. Both have wall mounted electric fire for winter use.
Kitchen
Fully fitted kitchen with wooden units, and solid marble kitchen surfaces. Fitted with gas cooker (4 hobs, electric Grill in oven). Extractor fan with light above. Washing machine, microwave oven, family sized fridge/freezer.
Living Room
The spacious sitting / dining room area has marble floors and a large seating area with sofa, armchairs, coffee table and dining table, as well as chairs for six people. The sitting/dining room has lovely countryside views as well as Tv, (freeview satellite channels), a DVD player, and HiFi.
Log burning fire with glass doors for winter use.
First load of logs delivered free ready for use.
Further details outdoors: The pool and surrounding sun-terrace are walled for privacy, and have lounging chairs for sun bathing. The pool is for Casa Alegre guests only, with a built in barbecue close by. The house is surrounded by a mature walled garden planted with trees and shrubs from the Mediterranean region. They include Almond, Apricot, Orange, Lemon, Loquat, Peach trees and Grapevines, and also Bougainvillaea, Hibiscus, Jacaranda, Jasmine, Oleander, Lantana, Plumbago, the Carob tree and Acacia.
There is a table with six chairs on the covered terrace, for outdoor dining.
Further details
Changeover day is Sunday, departure by 12 noon, and arrival after 12 noon. Out of season, arrival and departure days can be flexible by arrangement Welcome pack will be provided on arrival 6 day maid service Linen and towels provided, sheets changed once a week and towels twice a week. English speaking Villa Manager available Please bring own beach towels
Conditions
To make a booking we require a non refundable deposit of 30% of the tariff agreed. The balance of payment is required 6 weeks prior to arrival. In addition to the tariff agreed, a £100 security deposit is required. This is refunded the week after departure, as long as the property is left clean and intact.
Strictly no smoking within Villa
A welcome pack is provided with milk, bread and some essentials.
Guests are strongly recommended to take out travel insurance and to take with them a European Health Insurance Card for each member of the family, which are available free of charge. Please note that not all eventualities can be covered by the EU card, which makes travel insurance a necessity.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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6th January to 1th March 2008
6 Jan 08
16 Mar 08
450£ 450
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16th March - 30th March 2008
16 Mar 08
30 Mar 08
550£ 550
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30th March - 1st June 2008
30 Mar 08
1 Jun 08
650£ 650
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1st June - 29th June 2008
1 Jun 08
29 Jun 08
750£ 750
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29th June - 31st August 2008
29 Jun 08
31 Aug 08
995£ 995
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31st August - 28th Sept 2008
31 Aug 08
28 Sep 08
850£ 850
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28th September - 2nd November 2008
28 Sep 08
2 Nov 08
650£ 650
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2nd Nov December 2008
2 Nov 08
21 Dec 08
450£ 450
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21 Dec - 4 Jan 2009
21 Dec 08
4 Jan 09
550£ 550
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Generally, we like to discuss the booking in person with you. Once confirmed, over the telephone or by email, we send you a copy of our booking form (generally by email) and we will reserve Casa Alegre for 36 hours, or the same working day for late availability. Please email (or send) us back the booking form, together with the deposit (please refer to booking conditions below).
Refundable deposit of £100 per booking required.
We do not accept credit/debit card payments. We generally request payment by cheque. You will receive written confirmation, generally by email or post if preferred, once the full payment has been received, and we will send you directions and discuss collection of the keys
Guestbook
Had a fabulous time, boys enjoyed pool , weather was good and water parks were great. Sea kayaking was best from Lagos. Some excellent restaurants thanks Janette. July 2008
We have had the most perfect 2 weeks. The villa is so peaceful and the pool and surrounds wonderful. We have been blessed with blue skies and warm weather every day very reluctant to leave. Thank you Martin. June 2008
We had a lovely time in Portugal. The villa was great, thank you for letting us use it. Mel had left us a list of favourite restaurants which we worked out way through so had good food as well! May well be in touch before long for a repeat visit! Liz and family July 2007
Brilliant 10 days weather, fantastic trip to Praia da Rocha caves, and bustling town of Lagos. It's a real treat to come back to the villa and swimming pool. Thanks, Jane. Margaret and family. June 2007
After 10 years away, it was just like coming home. Lydia and Conceicao helpful and friendly as ever. - Nat and John
Thanks Jane, am just about to re-book for next summer - we've had a great time at the villa, in the pool and on the beach as usual. Jenny and family (August 2007)
Availability notes
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Late deal: 31 Aug 2008 to 14 Sep 2008. £595 per week.
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