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Villa |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Agostos in Santa Barbara de Nexe

From £525 per week |  From £90 per night

1 night minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4 out of 5

1 review | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, beach or lakeside relaxation, balcony/terrace, car advised, private garden, no pets allowed

About the home

A traditional white Algarvian villa nestling in the foothills above Faro, with fabulous views from the roof terrace across the stunning countryside to the coast. The villa is a peaceful hideaway to get away for a relaxing holiday, surrounded by olive groves and meadows it is set on a quiet country lane with no through access, so you are never bothered by road or plane noise. The villa is set in its own secluded grounds but the nearest neighbour - the housekeeper - is only 3 mins away.

Within a 10 minute leisurely walk there are two little shops selling local produce, a couple of bars and a very good restaurant serving excellent local and French delicacies with the advantage of a fixed price menu. As our second home, the villa is furnished to a high standard with everything that you would need for the perfect relaxing holiday.

The clear crystal waters of the private pool, unusually large for a villa, is surrounded by a paved sun terrace and pretty garden with traditional flowering Mediterranean plants. There is an outdoor barbecue and covered dining area as well as an indoor kitchen-dining room. The villa is set on one floor and is well suited to couples as well as families with children of all ages. There is a lovely roof terrace to sit and and have breakfast or watch the sunset with a well deserved gin and tonic, or a glass of complimentary port whilst looking for shooting stars before bed.

This villa is lovely and traditional. A real home from home, it is maintained and furnished to a very high standard with everything you could possibly want for a relaxing holiday. The villa has a new flat screen TV with Sky, videos, CD player, Playstation1, children's games and toys, and hundreds of books. For the winter months, the lounge has a log burning stove with a plentiful supply of logs and there are electric radiators. There is new lounge furniture and new beds throughout with new comfortable memory foam mattresses. The twin beds can be made up as single beds or superking sized beds depending on your guest requirements.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
All the bedrooms are spacious with ceiling fans, tiled floors with rugs and plenty of wardrobe space. The fully fitted kitchen-diner has all the equipment needed to cater for intimate, candle-lit dinners, barbecues around the pool or al fresco roof terrace breakfasts, including an espresso machine and a juicer for the local oranges - they make the best juice! The kitchen-diner seats 6, but we tend to eat outside on the pool terrace dining table which seats 8-10. The roof terrace table seats 4. There are sun loungers and parasols for the terraces on the roof and by the pool.

All the accommodation is on the ground floor. Of the 3 double bedrooms, the double aspect bedroom has a brand new king size bed (15O X 200cm) with new mattress and bedding, with a large en suite bathroom, large built in wardrobes, dressing table and mirror, chest of drawers and large sofa (can double up as child's bed if required).

Bedroom 2 is a double aspect room with glass french doors open onto the rear terrace and garden and brand new twin single beds, which can be converted into a superking sized bed if required (180 wide x 200cm long) with large built in wardrobes and a chest of drawers.

Bedroom 3 has brand new twin single beds, with large built in wardrobes. Again, the beds are flexible and can be converted to a superking sized bed if requested. En Suite bathroom to double bedded room - beautifully redesigned and fitted only 6 months ago with a large basin unit, WC, bidet, shower cubicle with power shower. Useful shelves and shelving unit plus a heated towel rail and shaving point. Tiled throughout.

Main Bathroom. Architect designed and fitted 6 months ago with a large basin unit, bidet, shower cubicle with power shower, large bath with handheld shower, shelving, heated towel rail and tiled throughout.
The large lounge is a double aspect room with a fireplace, patio doors leading to the rear terrace and garden. It seats 8 comfortable with 2 new large sofas and new comfy chairs. 26 inch flat screen TV with most of the free-to- view Sky channels, video and CD player as well as a Playstation 1 console.
All windows and doors throughout the villa are fitted with mosquito nets.

Further details outdoors:
The villa sits on a large plot of about a fifth of an acre, with its own driveway and car port. Villa Tamarind is secluded from the lane by oleander, geranium and laurel hedging.The delightful, pretty large garden to front and rear is big enough to play games such as boules or badminton or even practice that chipping (sets, racquets and a wedge are in the house).

The garden is well maintained weekly by our gardener and it is planted with beautiful plants and shrubs to ensure privacy and shade. Orange, lemon, almond, carob, fig and olive trees are dotted about the garden to provide shade and abundant flower borders surround the house and parking area. Please help yourself to any of the herbs, fruit or nuts in season. There are pots of flowers around the pool terrace.

The pool is fantastic - large 5 x 10m - it is perfectly located with a large patio terrace around it and plenty of sun loungers to soak up those rays! There is an additional large covered seating area if you prefer some shade to relax with a good book. We tend to eat outside around the shaded dining table, which seats 8 -10. The roof terrace table seats 4. There are chairs, sun loungers and parasols for the terraces on the roof and by the pool. There are plenty of places to sit out and eat your freshly barbecued food and fresh local salad bought from the market, all washed down with some of the local wines and port.

There is a terrace at the back of the house leading to the rear garden where there is a small field for playing games, and a large terrace surrounds the 10 x 5 metre pool. The pool is private and not overlooked, with tiled steps into it at the shallow end, nearest the house.

Further details

The large, secluded private swimming pool is not heated and although we have swum in early March, it is really only warm enough April to October. Ample private parking for up to 5 cars.

We employ a local managing agent who speaks both English and Portuguese. They can assist you with any needs you may have during your stay at the villa and in case of an emergency, or should repairs become necessary for whatever reason.

We can also provide a welcome pack to your specification, the cost of which is payable locally to the agent. If required, please request these services at least two weeks in advance of your arrival and we will give you the price (which depends on time and day of arrival). Welcome pack available on request, payable locally, 2 weeks advance notice required.

Our managing agent can assist you with any questions you may have about the villa or in case of emergency. The agents will check the villa is ready for your arrival, and on your departure. Should you wish, a 'meet and greet' service is available to show you around the villa and its facilities and to introduce you to the area. A daily maid service is available should you require (payable locally), the pool is serviced and cleaned twice a week and the garden maintained once a week and this is included in the cost.

Conditions

If you use up anything in the kitchen, burn all the candles or drain the gin bottle, just buy another one to replace it for the next people.

No smoking inside please - the furnishings are all new.

Refundable damage deposit of £200 required.

The cost is all inclusive - there are no hidden extras. All water, gas, electricity, pool and gardening services, cleaning materials, bed linen and towels are included in the cost of your holiday. Please bring your own beach towels. We can arrange a daily maid service if you require, which will an extra cost.

Items for babies and children, such as cots, high chairs, playpens, are available - please let us know at the time of booking.

Change over day is usually Saturday. We request that you arrive from 3pm and vacate the property by 10.00 a.m. on departure day so that we have time to clean the property and arrange laundry for incoming guests. It may be possible to alter the changeover day and/or arrival/departure times by prior agreement.

The maids will come once a week to clean the villa and change the bed linen and towels. A daily maid service is available for an extra charge if required. Twice a week the pool is serviced and the garden maintained weekly.

The villa can ONLY accommodate the number of people we have beds for, which is 6 adults comfortably. By arrangement in advance, we can provide additional facilities for babies and young children. Please let us know if you have additional guests staying so we can arrange to hire additional beds for your guests, hire costs payable.

We regret that no pets are allowed, with the exception of dogs for the blind or deaf, please let us know at the time of booking so arrangements can be made.

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The courtyard and pool

 

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Alfresco poolside dining

 

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Large pool and lounger area

 

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Front of the villa and parking area

The Algarve / East Algarve region

This part of Portugal just ooozes history. Conquered by the major civilisations, the locality boasts Roman ruins of a villa and baths (Estoi) and many old castles, city walls and museums (Loule). A Moorish principality for hundreds of years (which is where the name Al-garve originates), their influence still persists in the language, architecture, agriculture and cuisine - especially the desserts - and the local pottery.

The villa is situated within easy driving distance of many local beaches, towns and resorts on the south coast, including the pretty sleepy Roman fishing port of Tavira to the breathtaking Atlantic cliffs and fort of the Sagres peninsula in the West, to the historic Spanish city of Seville in the East with the perfectly preserved Moorish palace of the Alcazar. The villa is perfectly located as a quiet escape from the madding tourist crowd, but within just 20 minutes from the beachfront and night life if you really want.

The Santa Barbara de Nexe / Agostos area

Beaches - numerous within 20mins drive all along the south coast (Faro island beach and fish restaurants, Julia's beach restaurant at Vale de Lobo worth a visit).
Nature reserves - all along the South and East coast, beautiful walks and good for bird watching, some with hides.

Markets - Loule is the closest and best, open Mon-Sat for fresh fish, meat, fruit, veg, flowers, bread and pastries and local ceramica. Lots of other markets and shops locally.

Restaurants - too numerous to mention here most do good local well priced food, fantastic seafood and the famous piri piri and BBQ chicken. There is a map and reviews at the villa showing how to find our favourites. Try the Little French restaurant with its great value fixed price around the corner (tell them in advance if you are vegetarian or want fish), Louis de Frangos in San Bras for the best BBQ chicken at amazingly good prices, and Alagoas in Santa Barbara for amazing seafood. Restaurants range from inexpensive authenthic local fayre to jacket and tie smart and European that will cater for every taste and most dietary needs including vegetarian (especially if you warn them in advance). Most speak some English.
Shops - There are local convenience stores within walking distance and a large supermarket in Loule and Faro. The markets are the cheapest and best for the freshest food, with fish caught the same day. 20 mins drive away is Faro with it's historic old town and restaurants, shops, marina, boat and fishing trips. On the villa side of Faro is the shopping mall where you can find high street chic at prices that beat the shops in the UK!

Fantastic golf courses - too numerous to mention. Quinta de Largo, Vale de Lobo, the list is endless... Half and hour's drive away is the water park with water slides for a fun day out for kids of all ages!

This peaceful, quiet location to get away from it all and take time to relax has the advantage of being just 20 minutes from the airport, the coast and local attractions and activities. The villa is a short drive from Faro with its historic centre and marina, Loule and Sao Bras, each with their shops, markets, history and restaurants.

How to get there

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Fly to Faro - Villa Tamarind is only 20 mins easy drive from the airport. Cheap flights available from national and regional airport in the UK and most of Europe to Faro, both charter and schedule. Car Hire available through all major car hire companies at the airport, or local companies will do meet and greet in the arrivals lounget. Local taxis available at an average cost of Euros 25 each way.

The villa is accessible from Lisbon and Seville, both cities are within an hour and a half's drive.

Activities near Santa Barbara de Nexe

Reviews

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05 Sep 2011

“Everything you'd want for a get away” We have been to Villa Tamarind many times now. It is a lovely, comfortable villa tucked away in a private location. The portuguese weather and markets are what we go for along with the comfort of the villa. There is a good pool and it is great if you like to have a barbecue or eat outside. I would and have recommended this to friends as a great place to get away from it all.

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What a wonderful, peaceful, relaxing time we had. Thanks for letting us use the villa again - this is our 6th visit. TS-S.

What a beautiful garden and a lovely villa. GF
A real home from home. We always feel so comfortable here. NC
We will definitely recommend it to our friends and family. HS
Maria the maid made us feel so welcome and the children adored her, we will definitely be back next year. TY
Thank you for letting us stay at your wonderful villa - we had a wonderful honeymoon. C&GK
Annie the new agent is very efficient, the villa is pristine - it's never looked better! RT

Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Summer	1 Jul 10	3 Sep 10	1295£ 1295	0-	0-	1 Week
Late Summer	3 Sep 10	1 Nov 10	850£ 850	120120	130130	Flexible
Autumn	1 Nov 10	23 Dec 10	525£ 525	9090	100100	Flexible
Christmas & New Year	23 Dec 10	7 Jan 11	825£ 825	0-	0-	1 Week
Early Spring	7 Jan 11	19 Mar 11	525£ 525	9090	100100	Flexible
Spring	19 Mar 11	16 Apr 11	575£ 575	9090	100100	Flexible
Easter	16 Apr 11	30 Apr 11	695£ 695	9595	100100	Flexible
Spring	30 Apr 11	28 May 11	600£ 600	9090	100100	Flexible
Late Spring	28 May 11	1 Jul 11	850£ 850	120120	130130	Flexible
Summer	1 Jul 11	2 Sep 11	1295£ 1295	0-	0-	1 Week
autumn	2 Sep 11	6 Nov 11	850£ 850	120120	120120	Flexible
winter	6 Nov 11	16 Mar 12	525£ 525	9090	100100	Flexible
early spring	16 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	600£ 600	9595	100100	Flexible
Easter	31 Mar 12	14 Apr 12	725£ 725	0-	0-	1 Week
Spring	14 Apr 12	5 May 12	625£ 625	9595	100100	Flexible
May Day	5 May 12	12 May 12	675£ 675	0-	0-	1 Week
late spring	12 May 12	7 Jul 12	900£ 900	100100	110110	Flexible
Summer	7 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	1350£ 1350	0-	0-	1 Week
Autmun	1 Sep 12	3 Nov 12	875£ 875	9090	100100	Flexible
winter	3 Nov 12	16 Mar 13	700£ 700	0-	0-	1 Week

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Summer	1 Jul 11	2 Sep 11	1350£ 1350	0-	0-	1 Week
autumn	2 Sep 11	6 Nov 11	900£ 900	130130	130130	Flexible
winter	6 Nov 11	16 Mar 12	550£ 550	100100	100100	Flexible
Spring	16 Mar 12	31 Mar 12	630£ 630	9595	110110	Flexible
Easter	31 Mar 12	14 Apr 12	800£ 800	0-	0-	1 Week
Spring	14 Apr 12	5 May 12	725£ 725	100100	110110	Flexible
late spring	5 May 12	26 May 12	750£ 750	100100	110110	Flexible
early summer	26 May 12	7 Jul 12	950£ 950	125125	150150	Flexible
summer	7 Jul 12	1 Sep 12	1450£ 1450	0-	0-	1 Week
autumn	1 Sep 12	6 Oct 12	950£ 950	100100	150150	Flexible
winter	6 Oct 12	16 Mar 13	700£ 700	0-	0-	1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

- Prices are fully inclusive of all utilities, linen, towels and cleaning and mid week maid service.

- We charge two rates, for 3-6 people and a discounted rate for 2 people.

- Please note, for bookings Nov - March, electricity charges are extra on the weekly rate.

- Additional nights available when added onto a weekly booking. Please ask if you would like to extend your stay.

- Late autumn, Winter and Early Spring long lets available at discounted rate, utilities not included.

- Change over day Saturday or Thursday, but can be flexible - please ask if you have specific dates.

- Refundable security deposit of £200 for each booking.

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