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The Eastern Algarve remains an unspoilt part of Portugal, and Cabanas is a true example of this. This beachfront village continues to retain all the old style charm of a typical Portuguese fishing village, while this property incorporates all the modern requirements of today’s holidaymaker. Splendid and spotlessly clean beaches, restaurants and a multitude of leisure facilities. 'Golden Clube' is undoubtedly the most prime location in the village of Cabanas; the surrounding lands of ‘Aldeia de Forteleza’ are protected by a preservation order allowing this development a guarantee of privacy and seclusion. Built literally on one side of the lagoon adjacent to a spectacular island style beach. This beach is accessed by private boat (2 min trip), which ferries residents only, to and from, all day long. This is a natural beach with truly unique style. Deep blue lagoons stretch throughout the 6km stretch and the 18th century Fort of Sao Joao da Barra stands guard on the sand bank.

First floor front to back

 

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Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in euros/sterling(Conversion date 9/9/08). Utilities (gas/elect/water/air-con) included in price July & August and Christmas Rental.
Winter long lets by arrangement with owner.
Discount:
5% for 2 weeks continuous rental.
10% for 3 weeks continuous rental.

Changeover day
On day of departure please vacate apartment by 12.00 hours and arrival is after 16:00 hours. This is to accomodate a thorough cleaning of the unit.

Accommodation

 

Notes on accommodation
The remote controlled air-conditioning in the bedrooms and lounge can be used for cooling in the summer and heating in the winter. There are also additional electric heaters in the apartment. All balconies have safety railing which ensures children's safety. There is also a charcoal BBQ on the main decked balcony plus large outdoor table and chairs for 10 persons.

Amenities/Facilities provided

 

Accessibility
This is a first floor apartment and is accessed by either stairs or lift. There are only 3 floors and roof terrace. In total 12 apartments only in this building.

Outside
There are 3 pools in the resort. One very large family outdoor pool with sunbeds and lifeguard, a second outdoor pool with sunbeds for more relaxed bathing and an indoor pool in the lesure centre. Tennis, squash court, fitness centre, children's purpose built play zone (aircon) which is fully supervised by Kids Club personel. Ample car parking is available outside the apartment building. There is also 24hr hotel reception for all guests using this apartment. Access to the main recreational area's (for residents only) of the complex is supervised thus ensuring your total privacy.
Cabanas is at the heart of the golfing area in the Eastern Algarve. A good mix of nature, tourism and traditional Portuguese lifestyle. The Ria Formosa Nature Reserve is a paradise for walkers and birdwatchers alike. For people who prefer a little more strenuous exercise there is also a local kitesurfing school, horse riding, mountain bike trails. Boats leave the pier for deep-sea fishing along Algarve coast.

Coast/Beach
100m to sea front at Cabanas - 2 minute resort boat trip to Ilha da Cabanas - excellent beach with fine golden sand and clean water. Note that boats only run in summer. This same beach can be accessed directly without boat by travelling east by car for 10 minutes following the signs for praia. Car parking is available off beach.
The beach has beach bars, toilets, showers, first aid tent, and is a peaceful, clean, guarded.

Golf
There are 5 superb 18 hole golf courses located within a 15/20 min drive from the apartment making it especially suitable for golfing holidays, Benamor Par 71, is at the entrance to Cabanas. Quinta da Ria is a 10 min drive, also 18 holes, but a Par 72, 6,110m. It has stunning views of the sea and mountains. Quinta da Cima is again a 10 min drive away with 18 holes, Par 72, 6256m this time. Castro Marim is a little further, a 20 min drive and an 18 hole, Par 71, 5265m. A challenging course for golfers of all standards. There is an American style Jack Nicklaus course built about 15 minutes drive away from the apartment – Monte Rei Golf and Country Club, I would truly recommend it, it is stunning !! The Algarve has 18 other courses Villamoura, Quinta da Lago, all about 40mins direct drive on the Motorway A22. Of Course with the Spain only 20mins away there are also many more courses just across the border in Spain.

Special interest holidays
For the children and adult's alike consider a day out at either ZooMarine, Slide & Splash and AquaLand. Also, Isla de Magico in Seville Spain opens 11am - 11pm. and we have found that 12 hrs is not enough time there to take it all in. Bicycles may be hired at the leasure centre reception. Full/Half day boat excursions available from Villamoura. Old world Portugal town of Tavira is a great place to explore with many Churches, walks, resturants and shops to visit. There is a train station in central Tavira which is only one stop from Cabanas (3min).

Travel
Faro airport is 30 mins drive and Cabanas is an ideal base for exploring the Algarve having regular train and bus services close by. Spain is a short train and ferry ride away or 20 mins by car. Seville Airport is also an alternative to fly into only 90mins direct by motorway.

Distances
The nearest town is beautiful and historic Tavira which is about 5km away and can be easily reached by bus, train or taxi. The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for visiting nature reserves, castles, bustling markets, quiet fishing villages or busier retail areas.

Further details
ABOUT TAVIRA: This is one of the most architecturally attractive towns in the Algarve and its origin seems to date back to around 2.000 BC. In about the 7th Century BC the inhabitants of this area prior to the arrival of the Phoenicians were the fabled Tartessus that were possibly of a Celtic origin. The location was of considerable importance during the Roman period and a large area of some 45 hectares to the east of the present position of Tavira is being excavated on which there is evidence of a very large Roman settlement. During the occupation of the Algarve by the Moors this town was given considered importance due to its fishing industry. Dom Paio Peres Correia took the town from the Moors in anger in 1242 after seven of his principal Knights were killed during a period of supposed truce. During the 17th Century the port in its river was of was shipping produce such as salt, dried fish and wine. Like most of the Algarve towns, mainly all the major buildings including its castle were virtually destroyed by the earthquake of 1755.
The town has since been rebuilt with many fine 18th Century buildings along with its 37 churches - in fact it is referred to as the town of churches! The town church of Misericórdia dates back to 1541 and Palácio de Galeria is a location of historical interest besies being a cultural centre. A Roman bridge links the two parts of the town across the River Gilão. The church of Santa Maria do Castelo is built on the site of a Mosque and in it are the tombs of Dom Paio Peres Correia and his seven faithful Knights. Its original economic reliance on the fishing industry has now been surpassed due to the change in the migration patterns of the tuna fish. The population are mainly involved in the servicing a military base whilst the surrounding area is still very rural and undeveloped. This is now changing due to the demands of the tourist industry and opening of golf courses in the near vicinity.

Booking notes
Changeover dates are somewhat flexible. For stays longer than 2 weeks prices can be negotiated. A booking deposit of 30% (non-refundable) is required with the balance due 12 weeks prior to arrival. Utilites included for bookings July/August only. An additional 150 euro deposit (payable at time of booking) is required as deposit for any damage/breakages and this will be returned to upon inspection after departure.

Guest comments
We returned from Portugal last night having had a lovely holiday in Cabanas. The apartment was really comfortable - thank you very much. We has a really nice lazy holiday, we spent most of the time around the pool although we did venture as far as Tavira once! We had thought of doing more sightseeing but enjoyed the Golden Clube too much. It was hot but not uncomfortably so. When it became too hot we went back to the apartment - the children were very impressed with your DVD collection! The eldest (14) liked to stay up late and watch things like The Office, the youngest (9) somehow managed to watch The Pink Panther film twice. There was a festival on at the weekend - the fishermen's festival, which meant there were stalls and things on the street in Cabanas, and a lot of people around, so that was nice. It's wet and miserable back in Wales today, and I still haven't finished unpacking, but we've got very good memories of our holiday.

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