front of the building - our property top right

the generous swimming pool

Guia is an attractive Algarve village about 5km from magnificent beaches and a host of other attractions but away from the tourist hotspots. A taste of the real Portugal. Stay in our well appointed low rise 2 bedroom apartment. You will enjoy modern air conditioned / heated accommodation, a communal pool and gardens and a huge roof terrace with lots of sun and splendid views. On the first floor at one end of the Jardim Paraiso building our apartment enjoys: 2 air conditioned bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 with spa bath & 1 with fitted shower), a modern well equipped kitchen, satellite TV, living/dining room, front terrace (north) with dining furniture, rear terrace (south) with dining furniture and secure underground parking. Jardim Pariaso is a small complex situated on the southern edge of the village its elevated location giving panoramic views over Guia and the surrounding countryside. Within easy walking distance are shops, banks, restaurants and the other village amenities.

the comfortable living and dining room

our secluded rear terrace with rural views

 

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Notes on prices
The prices shown are for the property per week in UK Pounds. Special rates are available for long winter lets. For an up to date Euro price please contact the owner. We now accept PayPal.

Changeover day
Changeovers are usually on Saturday or Thursday but there can be some flexibility (not Sunday) particularly off season. The apartment is available for new arrivals by 4pm. On departure day you are asked to leave by 10am. Again we can often be flexible.

Accommodation

 

Notes on accommodation
A welcome pack (tea, coffee, sugar, milk, bread, butter, jam, wine etc.) can be arranged upon request. Cots and high chairs can also be made available for a small extra charge.
In case there are any problems our well respected and helfull managing agents offices are just 2 minutes walk away in the village - you will be provided with their contact details including a 24 hour emergency number. Our agents administer the cleaning and handovers and can also assist with car hire. It is through them that we can offer airport transfers with a local company (who know our apartment) for just 39 Euros per trip.
Additional equipment designed to make your stay more comfortable includes portable electric radiators, electric fans and a hairdryer. There are also built in mosqueto blinds on all windows. A safe has now been fitted for guests use.
Smoking is permitted although we ask guests to use the ashtrays provided on the balconies. There is a good mobile phone service throughout the area.

Accessibility
Our apartment is up 1 flight of stairs from ground level and 2 flights from the underground car park. 1 flight up is the huge sunny roof terrace. Unfortunately there is no wheelchair access.

Outside
The large shared swimming pool (with showers) lies in spacious well maintained gardens which act as a natural suntrap. There is lots of room for sunbathing and relaxation and a substantial well equipped barbecue area with power and washing up facilities.
Our apartment has private terraces to the front and rear (both with outdoor furniture) and easy access to the huge roof terrace which although shared with immediate neighbours is often deserted. Four top of the range sun loungers are provided. In addition there are four chairs and a table with parasol to enable you to enjoy this area. From the roof terrace you have extensive panoramic views over both the village and the surrounding countryside with the sea in the distance. This is a great place to relax.

Coast/Beach
Some of the best beaches that the Algarve has to offer are within 10 mins drive down minor roads. As well as the lengthy Praia de Gale (stretching westwards towards Armacao de Pera) with its sports facilities snack bar and restaurants there are many secluded sandy coves with sculptured sandstone cliffs and azure sea. The choice and variety is extensive. For those who like more hustle and bustle Albufeira is less than 15 mins away with its famous marina, historic old town and even more beaches!

Golf
Over 20 superb golf courses lie within easy driving distance of Guia. The nearby N125 and A22 motorway ensure that they can be reached quickly and easily. Our apartment is ideal for small golfing parties who can park their cars and clubs securely in our underground car parking spaces whilst enjoying all the 19th hole facilities within the nearby village. Keen golfers come back to the Algarve time after time to enjoy some of the best courses in the world. There are useful links to golfing sites on our website to which you can go from this site by clicking on the link below.

Travel
To fully enjoy you holiday in Guia car hire is recommended. Rates on the Algarve are very competative and there are numerous reputable car hire companies with facilities at Faro airport - less than an hour away. Alternatively we can offer locally arranged private transfers for 39 Euros per party. Guia is easy to find and lies just south of the toll free A22 motorway. The magnificent beaches are less than 10 mins drive away and facilities like Zoomarine and Algarve Shopping are even nearer.

Distances
Given the proximity of the motorway and the quality of the road system most of the western and Central Algarve is less than an hour away. Nearby you will find the superb coastal facilities and beaches. Albufeira is just down the road as is the nearest of the many golf courses. Historical Silves, the hills of Monchique and places of interest like Faro and Vilamoura are within easy reach. Algarve Shopping, the Zoomarine Park and well known water parks are nearby. There is plenty to do!

Further details
Famous for its range of authentic restaurants, all the facilities in the village of Guia are within easy walking distance. With its 27 restaurants (at the last count!) and various bars Guia is a great place in which to wine and dine. Nearby you will find the Algarve home of Sir Cliff Richard and his famous vineyard. In the village is a marvelous supermarket, newsagents (with UK press) a butchers, bakers, bottle shop, post office, chemists, hairdressers, internet cafe and snack bars. There ia a small local market, banks with cash machines and lots more. The medical centre is within 50 yards. Although the village is truly Portuguese all are made welcome by truly friendly and helpful locals. All the facilities are nearby when needed and in the meantime you can simply relax and soak up the sun.
Guia is thought to have existed since Roman times. Its Arab name was Alfontes. However, it is really the later Christian links are the strongest. The site of the Chapel of Nossa Srª da Guia ia a place where the Virgin Mary is thought, by local custom to have appeared. This was great draw for Pilgrims and gave rise to the Guia Fair held annually from 7th to 9th October.
The 17th century village church is an interesting building with a simple carved alter, a selection of 17th and 18th century statues and some famous azulejo tile pictures. There are numerous other fine buildings, places of interest and historical sites within easy reach.
Beyond the village are tiny hamlets nestling in green countryside, vineyards and citrus groves. The coast lies to the south and inland there is an interesting hinterland with more villages and hamlets to explore. Well know centres like Lagos, Portimao, Silves (with its Moorish Castle), Albufeira, Faro and Vilamoura can all be reached easily. In the distance you can see the mountains of Monchique with its famous spa. In fact the best that the Algarve has to offer is all less than an hour away.

Booking notes
Please contact us to double check availability & so that we can answer your questions. We will reserve the accommodation for a week (showing it as booked on availability calendars) to enable you to send us a non-refundable deposit of 20% & book flights etc - the balance will be due no less than 6 weeks prior to your visit - we recommend that guests take out holiday insurance when booking. All bookings are accepted subject to the 'Terms & Conditions' published on the owners website - link below.

Guest comments
"I would like to say how much I liked staying in your lovely apartment. Although it was sunny and bright by day it was cold at night so the heating was very welcome - as was the digital TV. I cannot think of anything missing from the apartment"

"We had a great time in your apartment once again and found everything ‘top-notch"

"We can only compliment you on your apartment. It is first class. People in Guia very friendly and helpful"

"A truly enjoyable holiday in an apartment with every facility situated in a location that meets all your needs within walking distance. Thanks for all your tips, especially the restaurants, and the hiring of a car enabled us to get to some lovely spots in the Algarve"

"My daughter and I had a super holiday, thank you. Your apartment was very well equipped and all your instructions and information were very useful. We loved the views and the private roof terrace"

"Having stayed in this apartment before we knew we would have no disapoinments"

House swap
We would be pleased to consider one house swap annually for similar sized accomodation anywhere in the world.

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