Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 5 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Villa Mimosa provides the best of all worlds. Located in a small rural hilltop hamlet amongst small farms and orchards, it is only 10 minutes away from beautiful beaches, coastal towns and the Spanish Border. The historic town of Castro Marim with castle and fort, and the local nature reserve of over 2000 hectares is less than 5 min away. Seaside towns of Monte Gordo, Vila Real and Ayamonte (in Spain) with a wide range of restaurants and bars are nearby. Easy access for golf courses and sport amenities in the Algarve and Spain. Modern comfortable Villa recently furnished to a high standard with a large private pool set in landscaped gardens with four terraces over looking farmland, olive groves and orchards.Fully equipped including linen, beach equipment and toys, books, games, videos, DVDs .
Pool
Villa Mimosa
Lounge
Lounge (other end)
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The Algarve region
The local area is an ideal mix of beautiful countryside and historic Portual and Spain with busy seaside towns within reach. Beaches, golf courses, walks, night life it has the lot! Historic Castro Marim 5 min drive, with Castle, fortifications, and bank, post office, internet access, children's paly area,police station and traditional cafes and bars. Beautiful beaches just a few miles away and many golf courses within reach. 2000 hectare nature reserve 5 min drive with over 153 species of bird. Spanish Border 7 min. Rio Guadiano, dividing Spain and Portugal, 7 min drive with numerous historic towns up river both sides of the border. Easy access to Seville, and the surrounding areas in Spain Seaside towns of Monte Gordo and Vila Real are 10 min drive with Ayamonte 15 min drive, all with supermarkets, shops, bars and restaurants. Nearest restaurant at Rio Seco, 3 min drive, 10 min walk, more in Castro Marim, and many, many, more in Monte Gordo, and Vila Real.
Castro Marim / Rio Seco area
Historic Castro Marim 5 min drive, with Castle, fortifications, has traditional cafes and bars. The fortifications date from 5000BC and the town was historically a port . 2000 hectare nature reserve 5 min drive with over 153 species of bird.Bikes can be hired. Spanish Border 7 min. Rio Guadiano, dividing Spain and Portugal, 7 min drive with numerous historic towns up river both sides of the border.Trips up the river both by water and raod are worth while. Seaside towns of Monte Gordo and Vila Real are 10 min drive with Ayamonte 15 min drive, all with supermarkets, shops, bars and restaurantsand an active night life. Nearest restaurant at Rio Seco, 3 min drive, 10 min walk, more in Castro Marim, and many, many, more in Monte Gordo, and Vila Real. including a casino in Monte Gordo. Several local markets (Castro Marim on 2nd Saturday, and Vila Nova de Cacela on 3rd Sunday of each month) offer a wide range of local produce and clothes at very reasonable prices. Ayamonte is noted for its gem stones and jewellery and Vila Real for linen. Nearest restaurant at Rio Seco, 3 min drive, 10 min walk, more in Castro Marim, and many, many, more in Monte Gordo, and Vila Real. Several local markets (Castro Marim on 2nd Saturday, and Vila Nova de Cacela on 3rd Sunday of each month) offer a wide range of local produce and clothes at very reasonable prices. Ayamonte is noted for its gem stones and jewellery and Vila Real for linen. On the last week of August/first week in July ( actual date varies) there is a medieval festival which takes over the castles and town of Castro Marim. Cycles can be hired at local towns. Water parks, zoos and the usual attractions just up the motorway. Golf Courses within 15 minutes drive are:- Benamor Par 71 Castro Marim Par 72 Quinta da Ria Par 72 Quinta de Cima Par 72 plus others in Spain
How to get there
Fly to Faro. Villa Mimosa is 40 min from Airport
Fly to Seville Villa Mimosa is 60 min drive from Airport
Many budget airlines operate to both airports.
Car hire available from airport. (Advice on car hire available)
Airport transfers can be organised - please mention when booking.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro: 70 km
Railway:
Vila Real do Santo Antonio: 10 km
Activities near Castro Marim
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports 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 Cycling holidays
Single beds (6), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: All linen including beach towels provided. Children's beach toys and inflatables. SateliteTV ,DVD, video player with wide selection of DVDs and videos. Games and large selection of books. Electricity and gas included. Large library of local attractions and information
Further details outdoors: Set in landscaped gardens with beautiful views overlooking contryside. Large pool 10 by 5 meters with range of out door furniture, including sun umbrellas, boules court, gardens, BBQ
Conditions
Change over date usually Sat but can be flexible. June, July and August 2008 Tuesday Handover available.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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April to May 2008
29 Mar 08
1 Jun 08
450£ 450
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June 2008
1 Jun 08
28 Jun 08
650£ 650
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July to August 2008
28 Jun 08
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900£ 900
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September 2008
30 Aug 08
27 Sep 08
650£ 650
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October 2008
27 Sep 08
25 Oct 08
450£ 450
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Nov 2008 to March 2009
25 Oct 08
28 Mar 09
375£ 375
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion. Reductions for long lets and lets over two weeks Flexibility out of season with part weeks or mid week/weekend breaks Out of season flexibility of change over date Consider holiday home swap
Availability notes
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Contact details for home 11754
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Allan Jones
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Advertiser joined: 16 May 2006 This property added: 16 May 2006