THE LODGE M.M.
About the home
Our Lodge is just a good walk or few minutes drive to fabulous Restaurants, Golf Courses and Beaches - nearest is Praia Marinha Beach (5 mins by car) just voted one of the most beautiful in the World, Albandeira Beach with Spa, and Benagil, plus lots of secret coves and miles of amazing cliff top walks overlooking the Sea.
The entrance to the Lodge is through Electric Gates and is set in 3600sq m of secure landscaped gardens with 10 x 5 Swimming Pool, heated April to October (shared only with Owners - who do not swim in the Pool at all when the guests are using it) No extra costs for a heated pool. The Lodge has lovely shaded terraces and a magnificent sun bathing terrace with loungers and winer/diner for al fresco dining, Outback BBQ.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Praia Marinha, 1.5km |
| Will consider: | Long lets |
| Access: | Car advised Wheelchair access Lift access to property Nearest amenities: 1.5km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player, Sea view |
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| General: | Air conditioning, CD player, Safe, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4 |
| Other: | Linen and towels provided |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared outdoor pool (heated), Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ, Bicycles available |
| Access: | Wheelchair friendly, Lift access to property, Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
37" Flatscreen TV with Freeview and DVD player
The twin bedroom can be a Super King.
Massive fitted mirrored wardrobes to each bedroom
Good selection of reading material in Lodge
Further details outdoors:
Entry through electric gates to fully secure Gardens
Car Hire necessary to enjoy all the facilities this area has to offer
English Speaking assistance available throughtout your stay
Mosquito/fly screens
Owners have two very well behaved dogs, both girls, " Flute" a very gentle small Black Labrador and Truffles a tiny friendly Jack Russell!!
Further details
If required we can have your basic grocery requirements placed in the Fridge - receipt will be provided.
Airport Transfer can be organised
Conditions
25% deposit required at time of booking - balance of payment due 6 weeks prior to your holiday
£150 breakage deposit paid with balance - will be refunded within 7 days of your return
Photos
The Algarve / Central Algarve region


Landscape and climate combine in the Algarve to create a region of year-round appeal. Breathtaking views, sheer cliffs, sheltered valleys with their patchwork orange and lemon groves, vine yards and olive trees or castle topped peaks. The Algarvians are most helpful and friendly, making you feel totally relaxed and welcome, the one down side of the Algarve is having to fly home!!!
The Carvoeiro / Caramujeira area
Situated approx 4km from the Fishing Village of Carvoeiro with huge selection of fabulous Restaurants, Shops, Bars and Supermarkets. Facilities such as Zoomarine (entertainments for whole family including the chance to swim with Dolphins), Waterparks, Golf Courses and Golf Ranges for all standards, Horse Riding, Sailing and Scuba Diving, are all within easy reach.
The Moorish Town of SIlves with its dominating castle, market and acres of Orange groves is a short drive away. Algarve Shopping Centre with nine Screen Cinema and Bowling Alley not to mention fantastic range of shops (133!) is within a 15 minute drive.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Faro: 60 km |
| Railway: | Silves: 10 km |
| Ferry: | Portimao: 10 km |
All Budget Airlines fly direct to Faro from UK. Ryanair doing more flights from March 2010.
Activities near Carvoeiro
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Good nightlife
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 12 Jan 2012 |
Nice to find a peaceful haven away from the hordes of tourists in this area. It was always nice to return at night to the cottage and be able to cook a meal in the small kitchen and eat on the... more |
![]() 09 Oct 2011 |
We have just returned from 10 wonderful days at The Lodge having stayed there last year. If anyone is looking for complete relaxation yet a home from home, then the Lodge is for you. Attention to detail is second to none from the soft robes in the wardrobes, safe for your valuable and Gill's offer to get provisions in for your arrival. It is extremely well equipped both in the kitchen and all the incidentals you would need for your relaxation and comfort such as parasols for your trip to the wonderful beaches all close by. You can eat at a different restaurant every night or enjoy a home cooked meal/BBQ and watch the sun set from the patio. I used to wonder why people would go to the same resort/accommodation every year; well the Lodge is your answer, why work so hard for a holiday only to find appalling accommodation, when you can have sheer luxury (hoping to return next year). Liz and Michael; Response: Really thrilled you enjoyed your second stay with us, look forward to seeing you again god willing!! Thank you for those lovely comments. |
![]() 22 Aug 2011 |
We had a fabulous 10 days at the MM Lodge. The Lodge was very comfortable, and the kitchen was well equipt. The pool was occupied by our two children, (13 and 10) for most of the time and was extremely clean. The gardens were beautifully maintain and a joy to explore. Thank you to the owners for there knowledge of the area, the great restaurants, and the amazing beaches. This Lodge was a peaceful get away from it all, which is what we needed. A hidden gem in every way. Response: Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review ~ another lovely one ~ we just thrilled you all enjoy you vacation with us. |
Guestbook for THE LODGE M.M.
We have rented Villas for many years, and this one is top notch. A real home from home, with everything we needed, and more - (including wall to wall sunshine)! Totally destressed and wanting more, we shall definitely return and will recommend to our friends. Gill and Bruce's friendliness and natural hospitality are the icing on the cake - well done! And how can anyone not succumb to the charms of Flute and Truffles. Stephen and Pauline Mannering 9 - 23.9.11
First time on the Algarve, and had wonderful holiday, really loved the weather, food, scenery and culture. A wonderful idylic villa in beautiful surroundings. Tony, Joanne, Josh and Hannah 22.8 to 6.9.11
This is a real hidden gem, we have had a most wonderful holiday on the ALgarve, everything just fabulous !!! The Lodge is beautiful and very well equiped, and the gardens are really stunning, The pool is great and a steady 29 to 30 dgrs!! Kids just loved Flute and Truffles. I am sure we will be back. Tony, Nicky, Emm and Toby, Herts 11 Aug to 20 Aug 11
We have really enjoyed our holiday at Lodge MM, very peaceful location, but close (very) to fantastic Beaches and Restaurants. Our second time on the Algrve but definitely the best. Have enjoyed the amazing local coastal walks. Lodge has everything we needed. Would and will highly recommend the Lodge, location and hospitality to all our friends and family. Many thanks for an extra special holiday we hope to see you soon!! (next year) Rob, Sandra Ford and Dad Ray 21.07 to 4.08.11
We have all had a really fantastic relaxing holiday! Everything first class and has been just a perfect holiday. Thoroughly enjoyed every minute of our two week vacation here, we definitely can and will recommend staying at Lodge MM.
The Lamb Family, Strathearn June 2011
We all had a wonderful holiday, great pool 30 dgrs and lovely garden which the children loved - so much so that we didn't make it out to the beautiful local beaches very often! They just wanted to stay at the Lodge, which was absolutely fine by Mum and Dad, who got the peace and rest that we really wanted. Thank you Gill and Bruce for your kind hospitality and to Flute (the Labrador and Truffles (the Jack Russel ) for entertaining the children!! Best Wishes and see you all again Bimal, Fulya, Ayse and Arun Mehta 29th April 2011
We have had the most fantastic time here. Our two girls Iona (11) and Ailsa (5) have made the most of the fantastic pool and garden as well as the many beautiful beaches close by. MM Lodge has been absolutley perfect. We will miss Flute and Truffles (and Gill and Bruce!!) We WILL be back !! John, Paula, Iona and Ailsa Clark, Earlston 13 Apr 2011
Really glad we chose The Lodge MM for our holiday in an area of the Algarve we have not explored before. Everything has been so enjoyable and relaxing. The local Beaches and Cliffs 2km walk away were all the best we have ever seen. Perfect, sad to be going back to cold Scotland. Rachel and Graham Scotland Apr 2011
The Lodge was wonderful and in a perfect location, we had a very relaxing holiday with so many excellent beaches so nearby, could not imagine wanting to be anywhere else . Booked for Sept again 2011 Michael and Liz Burke, Southern Ireland 30 Sept 10
Wonderful cottage, pool, hosts and holiday Heartfelt thanks for everything - no way photographs could do justice to the beauty of the property or surrounding area. Mary, Trevor and Hannah Pearce 3 Aug 10
Portugals little piece of heaven, we have had a wonderful 14 days and once you get the hang of the roads, you realise you not too far from anywhere! Very relaxing holiday. Many thanks to Gill and Bruce - wonderful hosts. Adrian and Sharon 23 Jul 10
We have had a fabulous 10 days this area is the best we have found in the Algarve with stunning Beaches and great restaurants. We all loved the swimming pool as it was so lovely and warm 30 dgrs! We hope to be back soon Elaine, Richard, Isabella and Mary 7 Jul 10
Our first and hopfully not our last visit to Portugal, love the location of the villa, and off course the villa, very near great Beaches and the fabulous restaurants - especially O Littoral, Benagil. Had a great holiday and thank you to our hosts Gill and Bruce. Liz and Dave
MM Lodge gets a huge five stars from us - it's a home from home and has everything and more!!! The are quite a few differences from home though - the Sun, lots of gorgeous beaches and lush restaurants. The location of the Lodge is perfect, the beautiful views combined with the peace and quiet makes it so relaxing, and yet so easy to drive and explore other towns and villages - Gill and Bruce thank you for your help and advice - we had a great holiday and will definitely be back. Loved the dogs. Carolyn and Gary, Preston Lancs
By far exceeded our expectations, we really truly loved it here, quiet romantic retreat. We'll be back next year. Mark and Rachel Robinson
Fantastic Villa, fantastic pool, truly faultless, every little attention to detail has been catered for, beautiful setting, we don't think any of this can be bettered. Amazing place to stay. We will so miss Flute and Truffles Chris, Jane and Samuel Orchard - (who don't want to leave.)
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 29 Oct 11 | 7 Jan 12 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 7 Jan 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 4 Jun 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 4 Jun 12 | 9 Jul 12 | £ 700 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 9 Jul 12 | 3 Sep 12 | £ 800 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Sep 12 | 1 Nov 12 | £ 700 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Nov 12 | 7 Jan 13 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
*Please note these prices have been discounted by 15% due to Credit Crunch.*
Pool Heating April to October included in prices
Air Conditioning Unit included in price
Changeover day can be flexible if possible.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting Gillian Craigie
Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in Portugal and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This lodge has received 9 reviews from previous guests. ![]() |
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