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Piscine extérieure
3 chambres, coffres-forts dans les chambres, bureau
Extérieur
Enceinte de l’hébergement
TV connectée, cheminée, lecteur de DVD, livres

Avis voyageurs

10 sur 10

Exceptionnel

Maison entière

3 chambres3 salles de bain7 personnes255 m²

Équipements populaires

  • Bain à remous
    Bain à remous
  • Piscine
    Piscine
  • Parking disponible
    Parking disponible
  • Lave-linge
    Lave-linge
  • Barbecue
    Barbecue
  • Cuisine
    Cuisine

Découvrir la zone

Map
Sao Bras de Alportel, Algarve
  • Fabrique de bouchons Novacortiça
    4 min en voiture
  • Piscine municipale
    5 min en voiture
  • Musée ethnographique du costume de l'Algarve
    5 min en voiture
  • Faro (FAO-Aéroport international de Faro)
    28 min en voiture

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À propos de cet hébergement

Hébergement entier

Vous aurez la maison entière pour vous et la partagerez uniquement avec les autres personnes de votre voyage.

Escape & Unwind in Elegance with Large Private Pool & Amazing Views (Free Wi-Fi)

This well designed, air-conditioned, villa has enough space for up to 6 guests to spread out comfortably throughout an impressive 2,750 square feet of living space, making it the ideal accommodation choice for a family, a group of friends, couples and retirees looking for the ultimate holiday experience.

You’ll feel right at home the moment you step inside the villas beautiful interior, boasting extravagant furniture and fittings. Massive windows, with electric shutters, throughout the property frame expansive views of the surrounding countryside.

This welcoming villa has everything you’ll need for a comfortable stay, including high speed wireless internet access plus 4 flat screen Smart TVs and DVD players – sure to appease all your entertainment needs during your holiday.

The large pool terrace, bathed in sunshine all day during the summer months, is very private and enjoys magnificent hillside and distant sea views, creating a dazzling backdrop for your trip.

Imagine yourself soaking up the Algarve sunshine on the large pool terrace; you pick up a glass of your favourite drink and gaze over the wonderful countryside and distant sea views, then notice the only thing you can hear are birds and cicadas. At that moment you step into the large crystal clear pool for a refreshing dip and discover that feeling of peace and tranquillity. Finally; you have escaped modern life and feel relaxed and revitalised.

Quinta Fonte do Cascalho is set in 2 acres of gated grounds amid the tranquil Algarve hills; just 20 minutes north of Faro airport and on the edge of the Portuguese town of Sao Bras de Alportel; full of traditional charm with many street cafes, restaurants, banks, tourist office, shops and supermarkets. Restaurant and bar prices are more to the locals liking rather than the inflated rates in tourist resorts.

This is an ideal location for people who want to get away from it all and enjoy a relaxing holiday in privacy yet the beautiful beaches of the Algarve are just a short distance by car, plus having easy access to all the holiday attractions the Algarve can offer.


This modern, fully air-conditioned, country house is finished to very high standards for comfort and entertainment.

The large entertainment area has a generous dining table with capacity for 8 people; and the spacious lounge has a leather 3 seat sofa with two leather recliner chairs; perfect for watching a film or your favourite program on the large Smart TV with surround sound. This area also contains the central WiFi hub with your own personal and private network for high speed internet access. For the cooler months of the year, there is a cosy log fire in the lounge and air-conditioning provides heat throughout the rest of the villa.

The modern farmhouse kitchen, fitted with granite worktops and large AGA range cooker, has all the utensils and equipment you will need for the preparation of meals. There is a large brick-built charcoal BBQ adjacent to the kitchen, for cooking during those lovely balmy Algarve evenings.

In addition to the dining table in the villa, food can be enjoyed alfresco on the upper BBQ terrace table with seating for 8. There is also seating on the lower pool terrace where you can enjoy a drink and nibbles at the end of the day and reflect on what you have; or have not done.

If dining out is your desire; there are many fine dining and casual restaurants providing traditional or international cuisine throughout the immediate area.

The master suite, with own private terrace, occupies the entire first floor of the villa and provides ‘360 degree’ panoramic views. It has a king size ‘Duxiana’ bed, with multi-positioned headboard; a full entertainment system comprising 32” flat screen Smart TV. There is also a trouser press and personal safe. The en-suite bathroom has a large corner temperature controlled spa/whirlpool bath with four preset programs to suit your mood, plus lighting if desired.

The other two bedrooms have large handmade ‘Millbrook’ pocket sprung beds and individual entertainment systems of Smart TV and DVD players. Bedroom 2, which benefits from an additional private entrance, is also equipped with a trouser press and personal safe. The other bathrooms are also fitted with temperature controlled spa/whirlpool baths with four preset programs, plus lighting.

The colour scheme and furniture, for the entertainment area and kitchen, has been specifically selected to provide that feeling of coolness and comfort during the long warm summers enjoyed in the Algarve. It also provides a feeling of warmth and comfort during the few cooler months of the year. All of the windows and patio doors are fitted with electric shutters to tone down the glare if needed or provide that extra seclusion if desired.

With all of the home comforts and facilities, it is time to ‘Escape and Unwind in Elegance’.

Lors de votre séjour dans cette villa, vous ne serez qu'à quelques minutes de Fabrique de bouchons Novacortiça. Une piscine extérieure, un parc aquatique et un bain à remous sont disponibles. Profitez de votre séjour avec des équipements et services comme l'accès Wi-Fi à Internet gratuit et une piscine privée disponibles dans cette villa.
  • Villa climatisée avec une piscine privée, une cuisine et une machine à laver
  • Wi-Fi gratuit
  • Pour passer un bon moment, vous trouverez sur place un parc aquatique, mais également une piscine extérieure, l'idéal pour se délasser après une longue journée de visites.
  • Parmi les prestations offertes, on trouve notamment une terrasse
  • À seulement 4 minutes en voiture de Fabrique de bouchons Novacortiça et à quelques petites minutes de Piscine municipale
Cette villa vous offre des prestations placées sous le signe de la détente. Au programme de votre séjour, un parc aquatique, une piscine extérieure et un bain à remous. Très pratique pour les familles, cette villa offre également une terrasse, des barbecues et un jardin.

Cette villa de São Brás de Alportel met à la disposition des clients des zones fumeurs.

Responsable de l’hébergement

Christina & Barry

Langues parlées

Anglais

Services et équipements

Plage

  • Serviettes de plage
  • Transats de plage

Piscine/spa

  • Bain à remous
  • Piscine extérieure
  • Piscine privée

Internet

  • Disponible dans la villa : Wi-Fi gratuit

Parking et transports

  • Parking sur place

Cuisine

  • Batterie de cuisine, vaisselle, ustensiles
  • Bouilloire électrique
  • Cafetière ou bouilloire
  • Casserole à homard/crabe
  • Épices
  • Four
  • Four à micro-ondes
  • Grille-pain
  • Lave-vaisselle
  • Machine à glaçons
  • Mixeur
  • Moulin à café
  • Plaque de cuisson
  • Réfrigérateur
  • Serviettes en papier

Restauration

  • Table à manger

Chambres

  • 3 chambres
  • Draps fournis

Salle de bain

  • 3 salles de bain privées
  • Baignoire à jets
  • Baignoire ou douche
  • Bidet
  • Douche
  • Papier toilette
  • Savon
  • Sèche-cheveux
  • Serviettes fournies

Espaces de vie

  • Cheminée
  • Poêle à bois
  • Salle de séjour
  • Table à manger

Divertissements

  • Bibliothèque musicale
  • Chaîne stéréo
  • Jeux
  • Lecteur DVD
  • Livres
  • Smart TV avec chaînes par câble ou par satellite
  • Vidéothèque

Espaces extérieurs

  • Balcon
  • Barbecue
  • Jardin
  • Mobilier d’extérieur
  • Terrasse

Buanderie

  • Laverie à jetons
  • Machine à laver

Espaces de travail

  • Bureau
  • Chaise de bureau
  • Imprimante

Confort

  • Chauffage
  • Climatisation

Animaux de compagnie

  • Animaux de compagnie non admis

Accessibilité

  • Espaces fumeurs prévus
  • Remarque de l’hôte : Responsible smoking is allowed outside.

Services et équipements

  • Coffre-fort
  • Fer et planche à repasser

Points forts de l’endroit

  • À la campagne
  • Au cœur des montagnes
  • Près d’un centre de boutiques outlet
  • Près d’un centre spa/bien-être
  • Près d’un hôpital
  • Près de la marina
  • Près de la mer

Activités

  • Équipements de sports nautiques
  • Golf
  • Parc aquatique
  • Balades à la découverte de la faune à proximité
  • Balades à vélo à proximité
  • Bateau à moteur à proximité
  • Casino à proximité
  • Équitation à proximité
  • Excursions écologiques à proximité
  • Golf à proximité
  • Jet-ski à proximité
  • Natation à proximité
  • Observation d’oiseaux à proximité
  • Observation de baleines à proximité
  • Parc de loisirs à proximité
  • Pêche à proximité
  • Planche à voile à proximité
  • Plongée avec tuba à proximité
  • Sentiers de randonnée à pied ou à vélo à proximité
  • Ski nautique à proximité
  • Surf/bodyboard à proximité
  • Tubing à proximité
  • Visites de vignobles à proximité
  • Voile à proximité

Dispositifs de sécurité

  • Aucun détecteur de monoxyde de carbone signalé (l’hôte n’a pas indiqué si l’hébergement était équipé d’un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ; pensez à apporter un détecteur portable)
  • Détecteur de fumée (l’hôte a indiqué que l’hébergement était équipé d’un détecteur de fumée)
  • Trousse de premiers secours
  • Extincteur
  • Serrure à pêne dormant

Informations générales

  • Douches à faible consommation d’eau
  • Éclairage à 80 % au moins par LED
  • Énergie solaire
  • Fenêtres à double vitrage
  • Jardin
  • Taille de l’hébergement : 255 m²
  • Toilettes à faible consommation d’eau

Conditions

Arrivée

Arrivée : 16 h 00
Âge minimum pour l'enregistrement : 25 ans

Départ

Départ avant 10 h 00

Informations concernant l’arrivée

Vous pouvez accéder à votre hébergement par une entrée privée.
Un e-mail contenant les instructions relatives à l'arrivée et au départ vous sera envoyé par l'hôte

Modes d’accès

Entrée privée

Animaux domestiques

  • Les animaux ne sont pas admis.

Enfants et lits supplémentaires

  • Les enfants sont admis.

Informations importantes

À savoir absolument

Cet hébergement est géré par un hôte privé (une partie n’agissant pas dans le cadre de son commerce, son entreprise ou sa profession). La législation européenne relative aux droits des consommateurs ne s’appliquera pas à votre réservation, y compris le droit de rétractation. Toutefois, la politique d’annulation définie par l’hôte privé couvrira votre réservation. Les articles 1100 à 1386-1 du Code civil français s’appliqueront. https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/codes/id/LEGISCTA000032040794/
Des frais pour toute personne supplémentaire peuvent être facturés et dépendent de la politique de l'hébergement
Une pièce d'identité officielle avec photo et un dépôt de garantie en espèces, par carte de crédit ou par carte de débit, peuvent être demandés à l'arrivée pour couvrir tous frais imprévus
Les demandes spéciales, qui ne peuvent pas être garanties, sont soumises à disponibilité à l'arrivée et peuvent entraîner des frais supplémentaires
Les fêtes et événements (y compris les réunions de famille) sur place sont autorisés ; nombre maximum de participants : 8
Note du propriétaire : Please inform us of the details prior to booking.
Possibilité de location à long terme
Cet hébergement utilise l'énergie solaire.
L'hôte n'a pas indiqué si l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de monoxyde de carbone ; pensez à apporter un détecteur portable lors de votre séjour
L'hôte a indiqué que l'hébergement était équipé d'un détecteur de fumée
Cet hébergement comprend les dispositifs de sécurité suivants : un extincteur, une trousse de secours et un verrou de sûreté
Cet hébergement est géré par notre partenaire, Abritel. Un e-mail d'Abritel contenant un lien vers un compte Abritel qui vous permettra de modifier ou d'annuler votre réservation
Vous pouvez accéder à votre hébergement par une entrée privée. Vous recevrez un e-mail contenant des instructions relatives à l'arrivée et au départ de la part de l'hôte. Vous recevrez également un e-mail de la part d'Abritel contenant un lien vers un compte Abritel qui vous permettra de gérer votre réservation.
Numéro d’enregistrement de l’hébergement : 38720/AL

Avis sur l’hébergement Escape & Unwind in Elegance with Large Private Pool & Amazing Views (Free Wi-Fi)

Avis

10

Exceptionnel

Note des voyageurs de 10 (Excellent), d’après 98 avis sur 103." "
Note des voyageurs de 8 (Bien), d’après 3 avis sur 103." "
Note des voyageurs de 6 (Satisfaisant), d’après 1 avis sur 103." "
Note des voyageurs de 4 (Médiocre), d’après 0 avis sur 103." "
Note des voyageurs de 2 (Horrible), d’après 1 avis sur 103." "

10/10

Propreté

Avis

10/10 Excellent

isabelle b., LONGUEAU

Les points forts : Propreté
Superbe villa
Villa tres confortable, rien ne manque, décoration soignée, grande piscine, vue imprenable au calme. On n'a plus envie de repartir. Tina et Barry sont vraiment charmants. J'y retournerai. Exceptionnel.
Séjour de 14 nuits en juillet 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurent G.

Les points forts : Propreté
Séjour Fabuleux
La maison et les prestations (piscine, mobilier extérieur, BBQ...) sont de très grande qualité et conformes à l'annonce. Le site est magnifique : calme (mais pas isolé), vue dégagée sur les montagnes, accès aux sites touristiques proches. Nous soulignons également la propreté exceptionnelle du logement et le niveau d'équipement. Enfin (et surtout!) des propriétaires, Christina et Barry, accueillants, dévoués et disponibles. Un grand merci pour ce séjour fabuleux.
Séjour de 14 nuits en août 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle L.

Les points forts : Propreté
Magnifique propriété remarquablement bien tenue
Nous tenons à remercier Tina et Barry pour leur accueil chaleureux (champagne dans le frigo), leur disponibilité et leur bonne humeur. Leur propriété est très bien entretenue et tout est fait pour que les locataires soient heureux ! Nous étions 6 adultes et nous avons passé 2 semaines fabuleuses dans la propriété luxueuse de Tina et Barry. Les équipements de cuisine sont de très bonne qualité et nous n'avons jamais eu autant d'ustensiles et d'appareils ménagers dans une location de vacances ! Les chambres très confortables sont bien équipées ainsi que les salles de bain, tout cela digne d'un hôtel de luxe. La climatisation dans toutes les chambres et le salon-séjour, a été très appréciée ainsi que les volets électriques et les moustiquaires à toutes les fenêtres de la maison. La piscine est très grande et l'accès par des marches de chaque côté est originale et appréciable. A noter que celle-ci n'est pas chauffée. L'eau peut être parfois un peu fraîche quand il fait du vent mais elle est délicieuse les jours de beau temps. Merci Tina et Barry pour ces vacances fabuleuses au Portugal. Amitiés de nous 6.
Séjour de 14 nuits en août 2022

10/10 Excellent

Didier C.

Les points forts : Propreté
Superbe villa
La villa est magnifique. Nous avons été accueillis de façon remarquable par Barry qui est hôte charmant, attentif et disponible. Nous recommandons sans hésiter cette maison. Équipements haut de gamme tv cuisine clim bref au TOP!!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2021

10/10 Excellent

Franck C.

Very good holiday in a very nice villa
We were four and we came from France. We had a really lovely time at the villa. It has everything you need. It is very spacious. The swimming pool is great. The view is nice. Christina and Barry are very very kind hosts. They make you feel at home straight away and are ready to help you in any kind. It is a good point to have someone to rely on at anytime.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2018

10/10 Excellent

Greg N.

Belle propriété dans une endroit très calme !!!
Nous avons été très bien reçus par Tina et Barry qui sont fort sympathiques et très serviables. La propriété était assez grande et spacieuse pour nous recevoir (2 adultes et 4 enfants). Nous n'avons manqué de rien, car il y a tout ce qu'il faut déjà sur place. On était comme à la maison. Cette propriété est située dans un endroit très calme, mais se trouve à 5 minutes de Sao Bras et des commerces, et à 30 minutes de Faro et de la plage. Ceci fait qu'on peut avoir autant la tranquillité de la campagne que le tumulte des plages. Et la piscine il n'y a rien à dire, c'était juste parfait. Nous reviendrions avec grand plaisir.
Séjour de 13 nuits en juin 2018

10/10 Excellent

Art M.

Les points forts : Propreté
Outstanding Experience
First visit to Algarve, and this property absolutely made our stay simply brilliant, hosts Barry and Tina incredibly hospitable. The home has everything, I mean everything you require and then some. Kitchen is a chef's dream and the modern grocery store 3 KM's away has all you need. Lunches at Algarve restaurants are legendary, Tavira has a great spot - Mares - and the value for money off the charts. Place is as quiet as the night, bedding excellent and Roku TV's have excellent movie apps loaded for your enjoyment. Never used the pool, turned cool during our stay. You'll have to search hard to find any better VRBO country villa, driving in Portugal painless. Thanks again to Barry and Tina for a truly memorable experience.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley D.

Les points forts : Propreté
Delightful villa in a great location
Lovely villa - indoors and outdoors. Barry and Tina were very welcoming and helpful. Villa is so handy for Sao Bras de Aportel and Tavira. Would recommend a visit to Tavira Island. We used the recommended Amoita car hire company and had absolutely no complaints about car or staff. Hope to return in the not too distant future (-:
Séjour de 10 nuits en septembre 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

Les points forts : Propreté
Relax and Unwind
Séjour de 14 nuits en juin 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Les points forts : Propreté
A perfect location for a beautiful holiday
What a fabulous villa. You read all the reviews and hope the reality matches. This villa beats it. Everything you read is accurate. From the lovely welcome from Christina and Barry to the cleanliness to the beautiful pool. It is the perfect location for any type of holiday. Lying by the pool to going to the beach or sightseeing in the hills, everything is within easy travelling distance. We would suggest a car is a must have. One word of warning, when you first arrive the steep drive is a bit daunting especially with a full car 😁 This is a perfect villa in a lovely location.
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meryl W.

Les points forts : Propreté
Wonderful
We had such a lovely time at Barry and Tina's wonderful villa We have never stayed at a villa with such level of comfort from the sunbeds to the beds! The kitchen was so well equipped with everythng you could need although we only had one bbq if you wanted to cook at the villa every appliance was available The pool and patio area were top notch and it was wonderful to watch the swifts dip in and out of the pool to cool off The view over the valley was simply breathtaking and the best outlook you could wish for Barry and Tina were wonderful hosts and very friendly and having them live on site (albeit very discreet) was not a problem and if anything was quite a comfort if needed We hope to be back next year and would recommend to anyone who wants a relaxing holiday in a beautiful area
Séjour de 9 nuits en juin 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi B., Tiffin OH

Les points forts : Propreté
Wonderful home, great location—owners very responsive to ensure a 5 star stay!
Our stay was amazing, Barry and Tina were very welcoming from the beginning and throughout our stay! The home was so clean and comfortable, and well equipped. Location was phenomenal with great views, and allowed us to easily explore Seven Hanging Valleys hike, Benagil cave, and Faro. Would highly recommend!
Séjour de 4 nuits en mai 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raymond D.

Les points forts : Propreté
One of the nicest places we stayed in
Barry and Tina have a beautiful place, well maintained, well stocked with every day items except food of course and it has a spectacular view. They were extremely helpfull in arranging transportation for us from the train to their location and were always easy to contact and quick to respond. We had my son and his family with us (grand kids 5 and 8) who loved the place. My son is an avid cook and fell in love with the large and well equipped kitchen. The grandkids had lots of room both inside and out to play and was a great way for them to adjust after the long trip from Canada. As well they had lots of sele tion on their smart tv's to keep everyone including the grandkids entertained in the evening. Overall I would highly recommend Barry and Tinas villa to anyone who wants a beautiful quiet place outside of a busy city.
Séjour de 4 nuits en février 2024

10/10 Excellent

J Michael S., Canada

Les points forts : Propreté
Impeccably clean and well equipped.
The property is spotlessly clean throughout with exceptionally comfortable outdoor furniture for both poolside lounging and dining. The kitchen has every convenience and appliance from a plentiful supply of glassware, cookware and utensils to a pasta maker. In my opinion, it is doubtful you would find more convenient and comfortable accommodations anywhere. In addition, proximity to many day-trip destinations provides for an easy manner in which to fill your itinerary. Do not forget to ask your host about the outstanding Ysconderijo! it would be very difficult (perhaps even unreasonable) to be critical of this home and hosts.
Séjour de 7 nuits en septembre 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pippa S., Birmingham, UK

Les points forts : Propreté
Paradise!
What a stunning property this is. We have been renting villas in and around this area for almost 25 years and this is by far the best equipped and most well maintained property we have ever stayed in. We invariably spend the first few hours of our holiday complaining that "this doesn't work", "that's broken", "I can't get any wifi", "there are no hangers in the wardrobe", "there was supposed to be a DVD player" etc. etc. Not at Quinta Fonte do Cascalho, from the moment we walked in it was obvious that everything had been catered for and all to the highest possible standard. The house is generously proportioned with good sized rooms and a spectacular Master bedroom suite, air conditioned throughout and all spotlessly clean. The outside areas were also immaculate, the garden is very pretty and we particularly liked the large pool area and its incredible views across the countryside. Just stunning! The location is fantastic, it was lovely not to be overlooked or disturbed in any way. Aside from the occasional crow of a cockerel and the Cicadas it was absolute tranquility. As well as offering total peace and quiet we loved the fact that the house is only a few minutes drive from some excellent restaurants, well stocked supermarkets and other amenities. It also offers a great base for exploring locations further afield such as Faro, Tavira and Vilamoura etc. Tina and Barry were the perfect hosts and we literally wanted for nothing. We loved it and we will be back!
Séjour de 7 nuits en août 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liam O.

Les points forts : Propreté
Brilliant time away
We spent 10 nights in this beautiful villa, we was given a very warm welcome and a tour of the villa. Everything you could possibly need or even want was available in the villa from every kitchen utensil or gadget to beech towels and even access to Netflix and Disney which was ideal for our 2 small children. Any questions or issues were dealt with in a timely manner. The location was lovely and away from any busy areas I would recommend having a vehicle however as the town was a long walk, but perfectly doable. The views around were second to none and with very little light pollution it was the perfect location for an evening under the stairs enjoying a cheeky drink or 2.
Séjour de 10 nuits en juin 2023

10/10 Excellent

kevin r.

Les points forts : Propreté
Beautiful villa in the Algarve Hills
Everything about this Villa from the moment you arrive and meet the owners (Barry and Tina) is just superb. Have never had such a warm welcome - Barry even went and got us pizzas and a few beers after we had been travelling all day. A beautiful villa with a stunning view and all the wildlife (birds,butterfiles,lizards etc) especially the swallows that make it the perfect place to relax and unwind. The villa is equipped with everything you need - especially in the kitchen.It was spotlessly clean with three good sized bedrooms - two with en suite and a newly furnished shower room.Lovely sized living room with great views over the valley. The pool is of a good size and very well designed with steps either end. The villa is approx 5min drive from two supermarkets Intermache and Lidl in the local town plus a superb restaurant Ysconderijo. A car is essential with a local car hire company Amoita - highly recommended. Would highly recommend this villa and will hopefully go back one day 10/10
Séjour de 10 nuits en juillet 2023

8/10 Bien

Helena J.

Les points forts : Propreté
Hill-top views
Amazing views and great outdoor areas. Villa had everything we needed. Only concerns were the steep driveway into the property and a lot of breakables to worry about with a busy 5-year old. We enjoyed our stay very much, though, thank you.
Séjour de 5 nuits en juin 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Les points forts : Propreté
Fabulous!
We had a fabulous 2 week holiday with our children aged 9, 12 and 14. The villa is a fantastic base, only 20 mins away from the main beaches and the airport which is great when travelling with children. Groceries are only 5 mins away. The villa is extremely spacious and fully equipped with all the necessities for all the family. It really is home to luxury home!! It is absolutely spotless!!!!!! The Internet connection is very powerful and the (very) large TV in the living room has all the UK channels plus Netflix, Prime and many more. All of the bedrooms also have all of the channels in which was great for the kids. The kitchen has literally everything you can think of! Including 2 large fridges which was very handy for cooling drinks etc.. A dishwasher, washing machine was also very handy, and I loved the outside quirky washing line which I now have to buy!!!!! It was very hot during our stay and such a luxury to have aircon in the living room and the bedrooms. It was lovely and cool when needed. Another great thing was that the windows all had full blackout shutters so we had a really good sleep which was great. We arrived at night and straightaway the kids took advantage of the lit-up pool, it was great fun!!! The pool is a really good size and we had hours of fun in it. It was lovely to eat out on the terrace as a family. It was also nice for me to have chill time reading a book under the canopy on the comfy outside suite. The view is amazing!! The owners Barry and Tina are the loveliest, most genuine people I have met. They went above and beyond to make us feel very welcome. If we needed to know anything they were at hand. They even sorted out my car hire for me at a great price and had it delivered to the villa when I had trouble finding a car. Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful villa, we all had such a great time and didn't want to leave. We will definitely be visiting again 😊
Séjour de 14 nuits en juillet 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annemieke v.

Les points forts : Propreté
Wat een fantastisch huis op een heerlijke plek!
Prachtig en goed geoutilleerd huis. Slaapkamers zijn alledrie ruim, de badkamers alledrie volledig ingericht. Prettig dat in alle kamers aparte airco hangt. De keuken heeft werkelijk alle apparatuur die je maar nodig kan hebben. Het zwembad is groot en schoon met een geweldig uitzicht. Fijn dat er voldoende schaduw is gedurende de dag. De eigenaren wonen in een appartement onder het huis, maar die zijn zeer goed in staat (in tegenstelling tot eerdere huizen waar we verbleven) je het gevoel te geven dat je 'alleen op de wereld' bent terwijl ze tegelijkertijd altijd klaar staan om te helpen. Quote van de eigenaar "it's your holiday so we will do everything we can to make you feel like you're on vacation'. Geen loze uitspraak, Barry en Tina weten het perfecte evenwicht te vinden tussen ondersteuning waar nodig en privacy. Kan alleen maar zeggen wow wow wow, een echte aanrader dit huis!
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joergen M.

Les points forts : Propreté
Nice House
super friendly host couple who make sure you have a good time and are well informed. They are extremely discreet even though they live close by so it was no problem for us. Super house with all the things you need and with a super view over the mountains. Nice area - but requires you to have a rental car available as it is a bit far from everything. Can definitely be recommended. Large and clean pool and the house was clean when we arrived. Can only be recommended
Séjour de 7 nuits en juillet 2022

2/10 Horrible

Angela S.

Les points forts : Propreté
Serious safety concerns
We pointed out to the owner early in our stay that the drain cover on the floor of the swimming pool was completely detached exposing the outlet piping (just about the right size for a kids foot) together with a rusty bolt protruding from the pool floor. Despite our repeated requests, this had not been rectified by the time we left and the owner referred to these as minor issues. There was an electrical fire that burned out not only part of the fuse board, but also the television, two air conditioning units and multiple sockets. It was really unnerving to have to stay in this property after that with the acrid smell. Initially the owner was adamant it had been caused by a power surge and the fault of the electricity supplier, who actually attended when we were there. All conversations were in English, concluding no surge and that the problem had been caused by a poor standard of maintenance. The owner then advised us the problem had in fact been caused by his own electrical contractor who had conducted a safety check only the previous week, but had failed to reconnect the electrics properly. The remainder of our holiday was blighted by a combination of unease, a night with no air conditioning in one of the bedrooms, pretty poor mobile aircon units where emptying the condensation buckets became a nightly chore and putting up with lights turning on and off at night, unprompted, which did not help with sleeping. We also had to unplug the fridge freezer to use the washing machine (another socket burned out), which would lead to water leaking from the melting freezer (37c will do that). The fly screens had large tears which allowed cats (and flies of course) to come into the house via the damaged screens at multiple doors and windows. We advised the owner that, given our holiday experience had been materially affected by the fire, the multiple interruptions as they attended to it, together with having to bin all food in the fridge freezer, plus some of our electrics which were also irreparably damaged, we expected a partial refund. The owner proceeded to change his mind (again) on the cause of the fire, reverting to his original story that it had been caused by a surge from the electrical supply and as this was outside his control, he was not liable for our loss or spoiled holiday. Whether he was right on the cause of the fire the first time, the second time or the third time we regret staying here and could not recommend it.
Séjour de 14 nuits en juillet 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Les points forts : Propreté
Barry & Tina
Excellent host to match the excellent Villa.
Séjour de 7 nuits en juin 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Les points forts : Propreté
Fun time in the Algarve!
Our group had a great time staying at Sao Bras de Alportel. Christina and Barry were available for suggestions and information about the area. Pool was beautiful and we loved the friendly cats! Would highly recommend!
Séjour de 3 nuits en mai 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa and Gary K., Conception Bay South, Canada

Les points forts : Propreté
Villa in the country side
On arrival the view from the villa is the star over looking the rolling hills of Soa Bras de Aportel! Barry our host was waiting for us when we arrived in the taxi that he had arrange to meet us at the airport. A tour of the villa, a welcome bottle of sparkling wine and directions to a local restaurant within walking distance and we were all set. Our rental car was delivered the next morning and the location is perfect for exploring the Algarve region. Groceries, gas and Gelato😊are within 5 to 10 minute drive. Barry is easy to contact to answer any questions. The pool that is situated overlooking the country side is a great way to end a day of touring or to just spend a quiet day enjoying the sunshine and peaceful setting. Our hosts Barry and Tina have an inviting and comfortable home. The beautiful kitchen has everything you would need if you would like to prepare a meal or two. Our treat was preparing fresh orange juice every morning with the electric juicer. It is a vacation that we will remember fondly and hopefully we will be able to return and enjoy their beautiful home and setting in the future.
Séjour de 14 nuits en mai 2022