Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or fewer) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Nearest amenities: 0.3 km
Notes:
May take pets - please enquire Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
This wonderful villa has 3 bedrooms (2 with walk-in wardrobes & balconies), 3 bathrooms (2 en-suite) a large lounge/diner, fully fitted and well equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer; utility room with washing machine & dryer. The large patio area is again well equipped with garden furniture and BBQ and boasts a south facing lawn to soak up the Algarve sunshine.
Also included are 2 Hi Fi systems (with MP3 format), Under-floor heating downstairs and radiators upstairs for winter lets and dual aspect log burning fireplace. The resort pool is large and has a large terrace with sunbeds and sunshades. There is a bar/restaurant, newly opened, adjacent to the pool with outdoor seating. Adjacent to the pool is the Gym and Steam room which is available to use all day at no extra cost.
Quiet pool
The pool
Double bedroom
Lounge
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The Algarve / Central Algarve region
The Algarve occupies the extreme south-west of continental Europe. It is approximately 95 miles long and 30 miles wide, and is about one seventeenth of the total area of Portugal, covering 2,000 square miles.
Low ranges of mountains separate the Algarve from the rest of Portugal to the north, whilst the Guadiana River forms the natural frontier with Spain to the east. This is the Algarve's largest river, flowing for more than 500 miles from the Serra do Caldeirão and Serra do Malhão ranges down to the Atlantic Ocean at Vila Real.
The climate is very pleasant all the year round, with more than 3,000 hours of sunshine a year. July and August can be very hot, with little or no rainfall, a warm ocean and great sunbathing plus plenty of activity all around. March to June is warm, with hardly any rainfall, and the countryside is at its best and most beautiful, a great time for walkers and sightseers. November to February is often a sunny and mild time, very quiet and peaceful, but there can be erratic rainfall, and it can be cold at night. September and October are quite warm, but can have a little rainfall
The N 125 road, which runs from Vila Real in the east to Vila do Bispo in the west, somewhat unequally divides the Algarve, into two parts. South of the road is where most of the 300,000 population lives, close to the beautiful Algarvian coastline. The north side of the road leads into the hills and mountains that separate the Algarve from the next province of Portugal, the Alentejo, and also provide the Algarve with a natural barrier against the elements of the north.
The Algarve boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe, and can be characterised by its two distinct areas. The eastern side, known as the Sotavento (the leeward), is situated between Albufeira and Vila Real de Santo Antonio, the beaches along this coast being mainly long sandy stretches. The western coastline, known as the Barlavento (windward), and situated between Albufeira and Cape St. Vincent, has more variety, with a multitude of cove beaches, some of which are only accessible by boat. In the far west at Sagres and Cape St. Vincent, the coastline is much more formidable, with cliffs rising to over 200 feet. There are a multitude of beaches along the Algarve coastline, and, incredibly, some you'll find almost deserted, even in summer time!
Armacao de Pera / Algoz area
Silves or Xelb, Shalb or Chelb as it was known, was, until the 16th century, the capital of the Algarve.
Today, Silves is a busy town boasting a castle and a cathedral. The castle's origins are pre-Roman, but many a bloody battle forms part of its colourful history since then. Restoration to its present form was carried out in 1835, and now the peaceful gardens reveal no hint of the sumptuousness or savagery that were once in existence within its mighty walls, except for the statue of Afonso III, who secured the Algarve from the Muslims. A couple of reminders of Muslim rule, and still in use today, are a 65 metre deep well and the vaulted roof of the huge cistern. The castle is also the venue for the annual Silves Beer Festival in July!
Silves cathedral is close to the castle. Modest in size, it replaced a mosque at the time of the re-conquest. Its importance, and that of the whole city, was diminished when the Bishopric was moved to Faro in the 16th century. The cathedral still has tombs of crusaders and a memorial stone to King Joao II, who was buried there; later his remains were moved to Batalha Abbey in central Portugal.
Another ecclesiastical monument of interest in Silves is on the main road in the direction of São Bartolomeu de Messines. It is the so called Cross of Portugal, about which there is lots of speculation, but little hard fact. Thought to have been made in the 16th century, carved from limestone, one side depicts Christ's descent from the cross, the other side the crucifixion.
In the heart of Silves, The Fabrica do Ingles offers a night of spectacular vision with various shows and extravaganzas. Excellent food, entertainment and culture! Set against the magnificent medieval castle of Silves a unique experience for the whole family to enjoy.
Silves town boasts wonderful restaurants and cafes as well as large supermarkets, banks, boutiques etc. Restaurants offer traditional Portuguese cuisine and international dishes as well.
Algoz has an abundance of great traditional Portuguese restaurants. One particular restaurant in Algoz is known as the "Chicken Shack" as it is said to serve the best Chicken Piri-Piri in the Algarve and it is often frequented by Sir Cliff Richard. Algoz is a market town and has a daily market selling fresh fish, meat and vegetables grown locally. There is also a large gypsy market 2nd Monday of every month. There are several minimarkets in the town so you can stock up on all you require locally. Alternatively the Algarve Shopping Centre is just a few km's away with huge supermarket, plenty of boutiques and food hall serving food from around the world.
This property is in an ideal location for guests wanted to get a taste of the real Algarve yet close to all the attractions and amenities that the Algarve has to offer - as well as beautiful blue skies!
Algoz village is 3-5 minutes walk and has all basic amenities including a daily market, bakery, butchers and extensive choice of very low cost restaurants plus the unspoilt charm of a 'real life' Portuguese village; the village is mainly Portuguese speaking which really adds to the charm. The complex is occupied with a mixture of English holiday and residential owners and sits on a hill overlooking the village of Algoz in central Algarve.
Algoz is approximately 25 minutes West of Faro Airport and about 15 drive minutes from the beach and even less to the Algarve’s biggest shopping centre at Guia. There are approx 25 golf courses within 20 minutes drive, closest of which are two championship courses designed by Nick Faldo and Christi O'Connor (5 minutes drive).
How to get there
Flights are available from all UK airports to Faro and we are able to arrange car hire from the airport or in resort or airport transfers if required.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro: 45 km
Railway:
Algoz
Activities near Armacao de Pera
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 Good nightlife City breaks Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Gym, Sauna, Log fire, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
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