Casa Alegre - Hilltop Villa with Pool, Maid & Lovely Views
Villa with 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6, Garden, Swimming Pool
Casa Alegre is a delightful 3 bedroom (sleeps 6) Algarve style villa with Moorish arches furnished to a high standard in a peaceful location situated at Fazenda Caravela, and benefits from a six day maid service.
Casa Alegre has a private pool and sun terrace.
The Villa is situated 15 mins drive from beach and there are a wide range of activities to chose from.
The Villa has an outside covered terrace at the front of the property which has countryside views over farmland and the 2 new Amendoeira championship Golf courses (due for completion in 2008), leading to a private pool & sunbathing terrace, built in BBQ, all within the mature walled garden, with trees and shrubs from the Mediterranean region.
Front of Casa Alegre
Swimming Pool
Terrace and the View from Casa Alegre
Sitting Room
dining Room
Main Bedroom
Casa Alegre is situated 5 kms from ancient city of Silves with its castle, food market, shops, restaurants, and 15 mins drive from the coast with a wide range of beautiful sandy beaches and restaurants.
It is an an ideal base for a relaxing holiday sitting by the pool, lying on the beach, or exploring the Algarve countryside, coast, and local cuisine.
The property is very suitable for families, the terrace is gated at either end, and each exit from pool to garden has a gate, which should be kept closed for children's’ safety. Pool and surround can be lit for night time use.
The owner makes herself responsible for the care of two (neutered) countryside cats, which are fed in the garden and do not come indoors. Guests are kindly requested not to allow any animals into the house.
Facilities for this holiday villa in Armacao de Pera, Central Algarve
Property
Type:
Villa
Nearest Airport:
Faro - 40 kms
Nearest Bar/Pub:
Algoz - 4 kms
Nearest Restaurant:
Poco Barreto - 2 kms
Nearest Beach:
Armacao de Pera - 8 kms
Nearest Golf Course:
Amendoeira championship - 2 kms
Location Type:
Beach Holiday, Fishing Nearby, Golfing, Horse Riding, Near the sea, Quiet, Rural/Village, Watersports
Bedrooms:
1 Double Bedroom, 2 Twin Bedrooms.
Bathrooms:
2 Bathrooms.
Kitchen:
Cooker, Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing Machine, Iron. Fully fitted kitchen with marble tops. Fitted with gas cooker, gas hob, Extractor fan with light above. Washing machine, microwave, and family size fridge/freezer.
General:
Real Fire, Maid Service, House Linen, Towels Provided, Internet Access. The spacious sitting / dining room has marble floors with with sofa, armchairs, coffee & dining table, as well as chairs for six. Lovely countryside views,
Dining:
Seating for 6. The spacious Living / dining room has marble floors and has a table and chairs for more formal dining, and lovely countryside views.
Entertainment:
Terrestrial TV, Satellite TV, DVD, Radio, CD System, Board Games. The villa has a six day maid service and also has a Tv with (freeview channels), a DVD, HiFi.
Outside:
Private Pool, Terrace, Garden, BBQ, Parking, Balcony, Garden Furniture. The pool & surrounding sun-terrace are walled for privacy with sun chairs. The pool is private with a built in barbecue close by. The covered terrace has table & chairs for 6 and lovely views.
Suitability:
Children Welcome, Wheelchair Access, Suitable For Elderly, Sorry - No Pets Allowed, Sorry - No Smokers.
The Villa is one level and the terrace has gates that can lock to prevent young children getting in the pool
Local activities in and around Armacao de Pera, Central Algarve
Armacao de Pera is the nearest coastal resort which is 15 minutes drive with its beautful beaches and golden cliffs, and there is a wide range of large and small beaches to expore along the coast which are ideal for swimming and sunbathing. Boat trips to explore the caves and grottos are available for hire, as are water and jet skis.
Banks and a supermarket may be found in Silves. This beautiful old city, with its old Cathedral and castle walls is a joy to visit.
The “Algarve Shopping” precinct near Guia offers a large supermarket, a multiplex cinema, bowling alley and food court, as well as numerous smart clothing shops.. There are many local restaurants in nearby villages and towns, and near the beach at Armacao de Pera, serving local cusine, fresh fish and seafood. There is also a selection of high quality restaurants serving Mediterranean & international food within 15 mins drive.
Local food markets in Silves and Armacao de Pera sell beautifully fresh fish, meat and vegetables, ideal for cooking at home in the kitchen and on the barbeque.
Other leisure activities include Zoomarine with its Dolphin and sea lion & bird of prey shows. A water slide park "The Big One" near Porches & sand sculputre exhibition is within 10 mins drive.
Golf at Silves 10 mins, Salgados 15 mins, Vilamoura (3 courses) & Penina about 30 minutes drive away, and situated 2 minutes from the luxury Amendoeira a golf resort with two championship courses design by Nick Faldo & Christie O'Connor opening in 2008.
Numerous countryside and clifftop walks (walking guide books and maps in sitting room).
Monchique mountains, old town Faro, Portimao, old port of Lagos, Sagres, Tavira are all interesting places within driving distance.
Horse riding is available at Quinta de Saudade, on the lower Albufeira road, about a ten minute drive away.
Local markets in Algoz, Armacao de Pera, Albufeira and many other small towns operate monthly (see list in villa for dates).
The villa is situated 35 mins drive from Faro Airport and a hire car is essential when staying at Casa Alegre. Detailed directions will be provided once the booking is confirmed.
Rental rates for this villa
Price Per Week
Quoted In
Approximately equivalent to
UK Pound
Euro
US Dollar
16 Jan - 16 Mar 2008
£450.00
€571.50
$895.50
16 Mar - 30 Mar 2008
£750.00
€952.50
$1492.50
30 Mar - 1 Jun 2008
£650.00
€825.50
$1293.50
1 Jun - 29 Jun 2008
£750.00
€952.50
$1492.50
29 Jun - 31 Aug 2008
£995.00
€1263.65
$1980.05
31 Aug - 28 Sep 2008
£850.00
€1079.50
$1691.50
Rental Notes: Changeover day is Sunday, departure by 12 noon, and arrival after 12 noon. Welcome pack will be provided on arrival 6 day maid service Linen and towels provided, sheets changed once a week and towels twice a week. English speaking Villa Manager available Please bring own beach towels
To make a booking we require a non refundable deposit of 30% of the tariff agreed. The balance of payment is required 6 weeks prior to arrival.
In addition to the tariff agreed, a £100 security deposit is required.
This is refunded the week after departure, as long as the property is left clean and intact.
Strictly no smoking within Villa.
Guestbook
"We had a lovely time, the villa was great, thank you for letting us use it. Mel had left us a list of favourite restaurants which we worked our way through, so we had good food as well. May well be in touch before long for a repeat visit! " - Liz and family. July 2007
"Had a most relaxing time, must not leave it another 10 years before returning! Thoroughly enjoyed train trip to Lisbon and our stay there. It was nice to come back!
" - John and family
Availability of Casa Alegre
This property is normally available
for rent between January
and December each year.
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Owner joined site on:
28 February 2008
Property listed since:
28 February 2008
Holiday Villa in portugal - Central Algarve - Silves Area - Armacao de Pera