Villa Boa Vista - Luxury Villa with Private Pool in Tavira Town
Villa with 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8, Garden, Swimming Pool
This large, beautifully appointed detached villa sits on a small hill in the heart of Tavira with magnificent views of the Roman Bridge and out to sea along the river. Comprehensively equipped, it has 4 beds, 3 baths, partial aircon, pool ~11mx5 (~36ftx16), etc. A large lounge and an open-plan dining/kitchen are amply furnished for up to 8 guests. Dining al fresco for up to 8 guests. Patio separated from pool by a child-security fence. High surrounding walls give privacy at pool.
See photos on http://picasaweb.google.com/PortuVilla/
While the villa can accommodate eight adults comfortably, discounted rates are offered for smaller parties out of season – prices shown are valid for July, August but discounts Sept to June for parties of 4, 5, 6 or 7 guests.
A footpath at the back of the house leads down to the town centre in 6 to 10 mins (depending on age and agility!). A local English couple manage the villa and are on hand should any emergencies arise.
Street View of Villa
The Pool
Lounge II
Kitchen/Dining I
The Patio
Roman Bridge Tavira
The detached 4-bed, 3-bath villa in Urbanizacao Colina da Asseca in Tavira Town is on a plot of ~1000sqm. Covered area is ~250sqm (2700sqft) excluding garage. Surrounded by marble-tiled terraces, it has uninterrupted views along the river, over the Roman Bridge and out to sea. It has its own 11mx5 (36ftx16) pool with ample furniture. A child security fence separates the pool from the patio. Private parking is available for several vehicles.
A footpath at the back of the villa allows you to reach the old Roman bridge, generally regarded as the centre point of Tavira, in ~7 minutes. A car is not necessary -- taxis are readily available and relatively inexpensive.
See photos on http://picasaweb.google.com/PortuVilla/
The ~7mx7 (~22ftx22) lounge, with 2x3-seater and 2x2-seater couches, seats eight comfortably; a bar is also present. Four sliding doors open onto the wraparound terrace. The spacious kitchen/dining room has three sliding doors opening onto the wrap-around terrace (with barbecue) and offers views to the town, the river and the sea. Both lounge and dining room are air-conditioned. There is a shaded terrace off the kitchen.
There are two double and two twin bedrooms. The master bedroom is air-conditioned and en suite, the other bedrooms have fans. All bedrooms have a sliding door opening onto a small balcony. A large roof terrace with stunning views is accessed from the bedroom level.
All windows are double-glazed and fitted with blackout shutters against the summer heat. WiFi Internet, Satellite TV, DVD, phone (incoming calls only) are provided. Linen and towels are provided. Linen is changed and villa fully cleaned each 6 to 8 days; towels changed and bathrooms cleaned each 3 to 4 days. The property is managed by an English couple who live locally. They greet guests and are on call in the event of any emergency.
Facilities for this holiday villa in Tavira, Eastern Algarve
Property
Type:
Villa
Nearest Airport:
Faro (Seville 2 hours) - 20 miles
Nearest Port:
Tavira - 0.5 miles
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Pousada Conventa da Graca - 0.3 miles
Nearest Restaurant:
A Ver Tavira - 0.3 miles
Nearest Beach:
Ilha da Tavira - 2 miles
Nearest Golf Course:
Benamor - 3 miles
Location Type:
Beach Holiday, Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Riverside, Town
Bedrooms:
2 Double Bedrooms, 2 Twin Bedrooms. Master bedroom air-conditioned, en suite, cable TV. Wardrobe, chest of drawers, mirror, 2 bedside lockers/lamps, sliding door to small balcony in Each bedroom. See picasaweb.google.com/PortuVilla/
Bathrooms:
3 Bathrooms, 1 Shower, 1 Separate WC. Each bathroom has full bath with shower cubicle, Bidet, WC, WHB, Cabinets, Mirrors, etc. Shower, toilet in garage, poolside shower.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Iron. Comprehensively equipped to accommodate 8 adults. Open plan arrangement results in bright, airy setting.
Photos see http://picasaweb.google.com/PortuGolf/
General:
Real Fire, Maid Service, Air Conditioning, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. Aircon also heats in winter.
Phone connected on request; permanent WiFi Internet access.
Bedlinen changed, villa cleaned each 6 to 8 days. Fresh towels and bathrooms cleaned each 3 to 4 days.
Dining:
Seating for 8. See photo. Comprehensively equipped. Air-con. Open plan arrangement results in bright, airy setting. Photos see http://picasaweb.google.com/PortuGolf/
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Satellite TV, Video, DVD, Radio, CD System. Sat TV includes BBC, ITV. Also local and International channels on cable TV. WiFi Internet access. Library of paperbacks.
Outside:
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture. Lot is ~1000sqm. Pool is 11x5m (~36x16ft). Child security fence between pool and patio.
Photos see http://picasaweb.google.com/PortuVilla/
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Not Suitable For Wheelchairs.
Smoking is limited to the terraces or balconies but, with eight sliding doors on the ground-floor and one in each bedroom, these are readily accessible. Small, well trained pets may be considered.
Local activities in and around Tavira, Eastern Algarve
The nearby 11km of beaches on Ilha da Tavira are some of the best in the Algarve. Tavira town is one of the most attractive and unspoiled towns in the Algarve and has a wide variety of activities throughout the year. The surrounding Ria Formosa Nature Park offers peaceful walks, bird watching, horse riding, etc. Several golf courses lie within 5 to 15 mins drive (including Quinta da Cima, one of the best in the Algarve). The attractions of Seville are 90 mins away by car, a little longer by the twice daily express bus. The Guadiana Valley offers fantastic sightseeing, etc. An excellent commuter train service connects all the coastal towns of the Algarve with a frequency of ~1 train per hour during the day and connects Tavira with the twice daily Faro-Lisbon express. See photos on http://picasaweb.google.com/PortuVilla/
Eastern Algarve
For golfers, there are three courses within 10 minutes drive (Benamor, Quinta ca Cima, Quinta da Ria) while 20 minutes will bring Quinta Vale, Monte Rei, Castro Marim and Maragota within range. Almost all of the well known courses of the Algarve are within one hour's drive -- also the Spanish courses of Isla da Canela, Islantilla, etc.
The nearby Guadiana Valley(the border with Spain) has several old walled towns (a reminder of the past rivalry with Spain) and many Phoenician remains.
The town of Tavira itself is rich in Roman, Moorish, Crusader, and medieval Christian remains. It boasts about 30 churches (some built on the remains of Moorish mosques and, thanks to a vibrant fishing industry, even more excellent restaurants.
Tavira is surrounded by the Ria Formosa Nature Park, risch in flora, fauna, lepidoptera, etc. There you can go bird-watching, horse riding, wandering, etc.
Approx 90 mins away (there is also a direct express bus service) is the fascinating Spanish town of Se
From Tavira motorway exit take N270 to N125, then left. After 0.8km, just before river bridge, turn right to Tavira, then 50m right into UZ Colina da Asseca. Map on picasaweb.google.com/PortuVilla/.
Rental rates for this villa
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
23 May - 26 Jun 2009
£1100.00
€1210.00
$1650.00
27 Jun - 24 Jul 2009
£1540.00
€1694.00
$2310.00
25 Jul - 28 Aug 2009
£1700.00
€1870.00
$2550.00
29 Aug - 25 Sep 2009
£1350.00
€1485.00
$2025.00
26 Sep - 7 Nov 2009
£1100.00
€1210.00
$1650.00
Rental Notes: Rates based on 8 guests but discounts Sept to June for smaller parties: four guests less 20%, six less 10%. Discount 5% for 2009 booking in 2008. Discount 5% for 2 weeks; 3 weeks or longer 7.5%. Rates include air-con, WiFi Internet, etc; phone on request. Final cleaning charge £72 on all rentals. Small pets accepted subject to additional cleaning charge of GBP72. Preferred changeover Saturday but flexible, enquire. Booking deposit 25%, non-refundable. Balance due 56 days before start, partially refundable (travel insurance advised). Pay in GB£/Euro/US$ by bank transfer/EFT or cheque (UK, Ireland) or by PayPal -- advise your preference to receive details. Refundable security deposit £300/€400 required; pay with balance or € cash on arrival. Refunded within one week of departure. Full cleaning, linen changed each 6 to 8 days. Bathrooms cleaned, towels changed each 3 to 4 days. Property managed by locally resident English couple ensuring prompt support in any emergency.
Guestbook
"thank-you for the use of the villa , it was every thing promised and more - we all had an excellent time." - Ken WEST, UK -- Oct 2008
""We had a lovely time at the villa - really relaxing. It's just a pity it's all over !"" - Wm WHITTY, Ireland -- Sept 2008
"'Thanks for giving us the opportunity to share your beautiful home with the views over Tavira. We were lucky enough to enjoy perfect weather and an added bonus of the Street Theatre Festival, which was great fun for all! Your wonderful library was a great bonus.' Gillen Family, UK, August 2007." - Gillen Family, UK, August 2007.
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Owner joined site on:
07 October 2005
Property listed since:
12 January 2007
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