Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) Corporate bookings
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised Wheelchair access
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Perfect if you are looking for a family holiday near some sandy beaches. Burgau's sandy beach is only 5 mins by car and other beaches are all within reach.
The villa is traditional in look but has all the mod cons you need to fully relax and feel very much at home. The villa is perfectly equipped for a family holiday with books, games, pool toys and everything in the kitchen family would need.
The village itself has a Wellness Centre which offers a range therapies and beauty treatments available to book throughout the year and also has a sandwich and juice bar for those who simply want to relax by the pool at lunchtime. Also on site are floodlit tennis courts and a children's play area making this villa fantastic for family holidays.
Ideal for golfers this villa is within close proximity to some of the best golf courses in the area, the nearest being Parc da Floresta and Boa Vista both within 5 minutes - in some cases the on site management team at AlmaVerde will be able to arrange discounts on green fees. Other courses within a 30 min drive are Palmares Golf, Penina and Alto Golf.
The on site management team is able to organise nannies or babysitters as well as a chef should you require.
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The Algarve / West Algarve region
The Western Algarve is a beautiful, relatively unspoilt part of the Algarve. The villa is part of a new village, AlmaVerde, which is set in amongst a Nature Reserve so ideal for walks and bike rides.
Burgau beach is within 5 minutes and there are many other beaches such as Salema, all within a 10 minute drive. If you wanted more of a pedalo or water sports holiday the beach at Lagos (Meia Praia) has a range of water sports available and you can take the glass bottomed boat trip from here. Also, nearby, for families are water parks and a zoo.
For golfers the villa is within 5 mins drive of both Boa Vista and Parc da Floresta, and there are many other golf courses within easy reach.
For the more adventurous, there are oportunities for parasailing, paragliding and even learning to fly microlight aircraft. Scuba divers can explore caves and wrecks in the nearby coastal waters, and discover an abundance of sea life.
Further up toward and above Sagres is great for surfers and there is a surf school available if you want a lesson or 2.
In the villa itself is a pack which will give you ideas of what you can do in the area as well as some local useful numbers.
Lagos / Burgau area
AlmaVerde is the perfect base from which to enjoy the abundant range of sports and leisure activities that the Western Algarve has to offer.
Long, sunny summers and mild winters make the area one of Europe’s premier golf destinations. There are more than twenty courses within an hour’s drive, including some of the top champion-ship courses in Europe.
The open countryside is ideal for Rambling, Bird Watching and Horse Riding and, further inland, the ecology changes and the steeper hillsides provides unlimited challenges for mountain bikers.
Lagos Marina has the best facilities of any Portuguese marina. You can also rent dinghies, wind surfers, or go water-skiing from the beaches at Praia da Luz and Meia Praia. For surfers, the rugged west coast beaches, with their long Atlantic rollers, are an irresistible target.
With well over 100 restaurants in Lagos and the surrounding area, plus a myriad of cafés, there are options to tempt even the most the discerning palate. The cuisine is mostly Portuguese, but there are also some English, French, Italian, Indian and Chinese restaurants, and one Middle Eastern restaurant. For families, there are two water parks and a marine park within a 45 minute drive of Alma Verde.
How to get there
Faro airport is approximately 50 minutes drive from the property and airlines such as Monarch, EasyJet, BA and TAP Portugal provide flights.
We have a organised an all inclusive discounted price with our recommended car hire company LagoRent who are based in Lagos. LagoRent have a small kiosk at the airport where you will sign all the necessary documents, etc, on your first visit - for any future visit you will be told the plate of your car and where it is found, meaning you have the privilege of walking off the plane and into the car.....as a frequent flyer I cannot recommend this more!
Directions from the airport to the villa are simple - follow the A22 toward Lagos and take the exit at Junction1 (signposted Vila do Bispo & Lagos). From here take the EN125 toward Vila do Bispo and drive into AlmaVerde Village at the Burgau traffic lights.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Faro - 55 mins
Activities near Lagos
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 Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player, Private outdoor pool (heated)
General:
Central heating, Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Satellite TV
Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (3), Ensuite (2), Solarium / Roof terrace
Furniture:
Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ, Shared tennis court on site, Climbing frame, Swing set
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: - Tiled throughout - Fully fitted kitchen with black granite worksurfaces & stainless steel appliances - Air conditioning - Dining room with seating for 8 - Large hallway - Large sitting room area with comfy sofas, TV, DVD - 3 big bedrooms with built in wardrobes & mirrors - Family shower room - 1 En suite bathroom - 1 en suite shower room - Bedroom 2 & 3 on 1st floor
The 2 single beds in the downstairs room can be put together to make a double and there is ample room for 2 more hired z beds - this rooms makes a perfect children's dorm.
Further details outdoors: - Semi-Detached villa - Gardens at the back and side of the villa - Patio area, perfect for outdoor dining & relaxing - Roof terraces, secluded - 'Salt water filtered' outdoor heated pool - Private drive with parking
- Floodlit tennis courts under 5 min walk away - Children's play area next to tennis courts - Wellness Centre 3 mins walk away offering spa type treatments & beauty therapies.
Further details
Pool heating is an optional extra, available all year and charged at £110 per week.
A welcome pack of basic provisions can be provided for your arrival and is payable directly to the management team on site - the cost is roughly 25 - 30 euros.
Extra high chairs and cot beds can be provided by the on site management team and is charged at 25 euros per week. This is also payable directly to the management team on site.
Chefs and nannies can be hired through the on site management team.
Conditions
25% of the full rental amount is due immediately in order to secure the booking. The remaining balance is due 8 weeks before the start of the booking. At this time a £200 deposit covering any breakages or damages is also due - this amount is refundable and returned within 28 days of your return after we have received the full check out report from the management team.
Even though we receive a check out report we do ask that renters please let us or the management team know of any breakages that may happen during your stay.
Cancellation terms apply, please contact me for more information.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: Euros €
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Weekend
High Season
9 Jun 08
5 Jul 08
1330£1,157
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Peak Season
5 Jul 08
6 Sep 08
1995£1,735
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High Season
6 Sep 08
4 Oct 08
1330£1,157
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Medium Season
4 Oct 08
25 Oct 08
1190£1,035
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High Season
25 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
1330£1,157
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Low Season
1 Nov 08
20 Dec 08
735£639
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Medium Season
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
1190£1,035
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
- We can accept payment in either €Euros or £GBP (Sterling will be converted according to the current rate)
- Listed rental prices do not include pool heating which is an optional extra charged at 175€ per week
- We have an all-inclusive car rental rate deal with our recommended car hire company - please email for more information
- High Chair, Cot Beds & Z Beds can be hired if not available at the property
- Welcome Pack provided on request = 25-30 € payable during your stay
- 25% required to secure booking
- Balance payable 8 weeks before booking
- Refundable £200 breakages deposit required with final balance payment
- Cheques accepted
- Credit cards and switch payments can be taken but are subject to a transaction fee
Availability
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Name:
Georgina Tailyour
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Advertiser joined: 6 Nov 2007 This property added: 18 Apr 2008