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Cottage |3 bedrooms |Sleeps 6

Moncarapacho/Sta Catarina in Tavira

from £57 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£399–£849 / week

7 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

5 out of 5

3 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, balcony/terrace, car essential, no pets allowed

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About the home

Casa Olivia is a charming cottage set in 5 acres of land, scattered with Olive and Almond trees. One of a small group of houses in the quiet Algarvian countryside, it is close to all amenities and has great access to explore the Eastern Algarve.

The cottage is easy to reach and a perfect little hideaway to wind down and relax. It is an excellent place for couples and families alike, with babysitting available. Casa Olivia is not just a holiday home but the owner’s home whilst they have been renovating their nearby barn, therefore you will find all the comforts of home here. There is even a 30Ft Yacht which can be chartered during your stay here.

Facilities

Further details indoors:
A short lane leads you to Casa Olivia, where you will be greeted by the beautiful view of the valley of green olives, almonds and carob trees. There is a terrace under a pergola at the front of the house, for eating or relaxing with a book. The front door leads you straight into the kitchen, which is fully equipped (with everything you will need) and has a small breakfast table with seating for 4, you will be immediately struck by the beamed ceilings throughout the cottage. Beyond the kitchen is a pantry/laundry room.

Going through an archway and up a few steps leads you into the comfortable lounge and dining area, which has French windows onto the terrace. There is a wood burner for the cooler months, a plasma TV, DVD, satellite TV and Wi-fi Internet for your entertainment whilst here.

From the lounge you will find a full bathroom and going up steps from the dining room will bring you to the first double bedroom, which is in the eaves of the cottage, an attractive arched small window gives you views over the countryside. Going through to the second double bedroom you will go through the study, which also has full size bunk-beds, but ideal for children. The master bedroom is beyond the study, with an en-suite shower room and doors out to the front terrace.

The cottage is cosy, but quite ample and has been thought out very well by the owners. There are lots of small features through the cottage making it very interesting and quirky.

Further details outdoors:
Outside there is a terrace at the front of the house, abundant land for walks, bird-watching and an above ground swimming pool, with views down the valley.

There is a 8x 4m above the ground pool, which even in April is 21º!

The owners, Jan and Anthony are also available for babysitting, enabling parents to go to one of the nearby towns for dinner. They also have a 30Ft Yacht which can be chartered during your stay. Jan and Anthony are unobtrusive, however are on hand for anything you may need whilst you are here.

Further details

There are no extra charges.
We request 30% deposit on booking, with the remaning 70% payable 2 months before your arrival

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The Algarve / East Algarve region

The coastal towns of the eastern Algarve are ‘real’ towns, far more under-developed than those in the Central and Western area of the Algarve. If you are after a more relaxed style of holiday, away from the hordes of tourists and water parks, then the Eastern Algarve will be the place for you. Why is it so undeveloped? The reason for this is The beautiful costal Ria Formosa Nature Reserve of lagoons and sandy Islands, which do not allow development

They are separated from the Atlantic by salt-pans, marshland and lagoons. These form part of the Ria Formosa Natural Reserve which stretches from just south of Faro along the coast to the town of Vila Nova de Cacela, a few kilometres west of the Rio Guadiana river on the Spanish border. The headquarters of the Ria Formosa Natural Reserve at Quinta Marim is worth a visit. The beaches you’ll find along the coast are to be found on long sandy islands.

The Tavira / Moncarapacho/Sta Catarina area

Tavira is the most beautiful town in the Algarve Region. If you were never in Tavira, it’s time to start thinking to pack your bags and travel to one of the best places to spend your vacations.

Tavira is a unique experience, mainly because of all its Historical background and untouched archaeologic traces managed to keep it one of the most characteristic cities in representing the Algarve region.

The holiday resort destination of Tavira, in the south-east corner of Portugal, is one of the most photogenic towns along the Algarve coast, sporting white-washed houses topped with decorative chimneys and pyramid shaped Roman-tiled roofs, set among orange, fig and almond trees. The charming town, on the Gilao River, dates back to around 2,000 BC, and also boasts a Moorish Castle, with some splendid views from the ramparts.

There are some attractive churches (37 of them to be exact) to see on holiday in Tavira, including the Church of the Misericordia with a beautiful Renaissance door and carved high altar. Not many of the buildings pre-date the devastating earthquake of 1755, which destroyed much of the Algarve, but the town was painstakingly rebuilt with many fine 18th century buildings.

Tavira flanks both banks of the river, which are linked by a Roman bridge. Along the coast and on an island opposite the town (reached by ferry) are some beautiful isolated sandy beaches, well worth visiting while on holiday in the area.

Tavira is well equipped with utilitarian supermarkets for self-caterers on holiday, and many souvenir shops selling cork items, lace, embroidered goods and shell art. There is an upmarket handcraft shopping centre called "Old Market" for discerning shoppers. The town has a fresh produce market daily plus a NEW shopping center.

Like most of the holiday resort towns on the Algarve, Tavira is a food-lovers haven, especially for those who enjoy seafood. There are numerous restaurants along the quayside and riverbank, serving excellent cuisine at reasonable prices. Recommendations for shellfish and fish dishes are Nora Velha, Marisqueira 4 Aguas, Portas do Mar and O Pátio. Alternatively, Vela 2 and Micromania are popular with locals.

Hunt for seashells on a Tavira Island holiday, and enjoy a variety of water sports, explore the quaint town itself, or play golf at the nearby Benamor Course. It is a good idea to hire a car and explore into Spain to the East (Tavira is close to the border) and along the rest of the Algarve to the West.

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Reviews

Review: 1 to 3 of 3

22 Aug 2012

“Home from home” Absolutely stunning property, lovely location and wonderful owners. This property ideally located for Tavira and the stunning beaches nearby. The house is very spacious and well equipped. Ideal family house it was great to have a lovely terrace to eat and enjoy the landscape. The property is set in an estate of 6 acres,full of olive,almond and carob trees. Wonderful relaxing holiday.

22 Jul 2012

“Terrific Cottage set in beautiful locale with great hosts all making for a memorable holiday” We had a lovely, relaxing holiday at Casa Olivia which is set in a beautiful, peaceful location. The property is full of charm and very well equipped. Jan and Anthony are delightful but never intrusive and always on hand for advice and ideas on how to get the most from our holiday. Chartering Anthony, his boat and Olivia the dog for the day is thoroughly recommended! Favourite town-Tavira. Favourite restaurant - Chicken Luis which is great value and good atmosphere.

25 Aug 2011

“A charming and unique house” Jan and Anthony are caring and attentive hosts who live in the adjacent house. The holiday house itself is one of the most comfortable and well eqipped we have stayed in with unique features, a lovely verandah and an enormous walk-in shower! We stayed here with our two teenage daughters and could not have been happier with the location (away from it all - very 'un-touristy'). The pool was very welcome yet we could still travel easily and quickly to the beach or nearby waterfall/swimming hole. We will definitely return!

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 6
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
	1 Oct 12	1 Nov 12	499£ 499	-	-	1 Week
	1 Nov 12	1 Apr 13	399£ 399	-	-	1 Week
	1 Apr 13	1 Jun 13	499£ 499	-	-	1 Week
	1 Jun 13	15 Jul 13	699£ 699	-	-	1 Week
	15 Jul 13	1 Sep 13	849£ 849	-	-	1 Week
	1 Sep 13	1 Oct 13	599£ 599	-	-	1 Week
	1 Oct 13	1 Nov 13	499£ 499	-	-	1 Week
	1 Nov 13	1 Apr 14	399£ 399	-	-	1 Week

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

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

There are no additional costs.

We request 30% deposit on booking, with the remaining 70% due 2 months before your arrival..

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