Tavira Beach

Tavira

This is a lovely apartment and is situated near the new Grand Plaza Shopping Centre - opening in 2009. It is the perfect place to relax, or go sightseeing, lying on the beach, water sports, bird watching, or golf. If you are interested in history Tavira has a large number of churches and an old castle. There are also many shops and restaurants in and around the narrow streets.

Lounge/Dining Room

Main bedroom

 

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Notes on prices
Prices for the property per week will be charged in euros. Please use the conversion calendar.
We can offer discounts for long winter lets.

Changeover day
Flexible.

Accommodation

 

Notes on accommodation
The apartment is cleaned to a high standard before clients arrival and after departure. Smoke alarm, hairdryer, comprehensive information folder, selection of books. Double-glazed windows, the air conditioning heats as well as cools, so is perfect for winter holidays. Smokers are requested to smoke only in outside areas. Baby travel cot available on prior request price 3 euros per night plus IVA.

Amenities/Facilities provided

 

Accessibility
This apartment is on the third floor and is therefore not suitable for people with difficulty climbing stairs.

Outside
Large communal roof terrace accessed from outside the apartment. Wonderful 360 degree views over the rooftops, countryside and the sea. On the roof terrace there are tables and chairs provided. There is also a small balcony at the front of the apartment with table and chairs. There is a large shared communal pool, and children's pool.

Coast/Beach
Relax on one of the massive clean uncrowded sandy beaches stretching along this coast - warmest sea in Portugal! Reach huge sandy Tavira beach by a delightful short boat trip across the lagoon from the harbour. There are many other wonderful sandy beaches along this unspoiled stretch of coast, all within easy reach and uncrowded even in summer. The Spanish border is approx 30km to the east, where the ancient border castles, quiet old villages and broad River Guadiana are a must to explore.

Golf
Several top quality golf courses are within very easy reach; the nearest, Benamor (5,500 metres, par 71) was designed by Sir Henry Cotton. Other nearby courses include Quinta de Cima - 6,256 metres, par 72 Quinta da Ria - 6110 metres, par 72 Castro Marim - 5,466 metres, par 72. Lots of other courses in the western Algarve and western Spain are within one hour's drive. The new Jack Nicklaus Monte Rei golf course is 15 minutes drive away - the first 18 holes opened in 2007. This will be one of Europe's largest and most prestigious golf complexes when completed.

Travel
We can arrange car hire for you with a local high quality company - to collect at Faro Airport if required at no extra charge - although a car is not necessary for the enjoyment of your holiday. Bicycle hire is available in town. Trains from Tavira Station will take you to other parts of Portugal, and buses cover a wide area including Seville and other parts of Spain.

Distances
You may wish to explore the nearby unspoilt little fishing villages such as Santa Luzia, Cabanas, Cacela Velha or Fuzeta, with their huge sandy uncrowded beaches and quaint cobbled streets. The massive Ria Formosa Nature Reserve is abound with bird life - flamingos are regular visitors - and the hills and pretty old villages of the Serra do Caldeirão are just a few kilometres north, with breathtaking views and peaceful lanes ideal for walking or cycling.

Further details
Tavira town, still a working fishing port and considered to be the most elegant and beautiful town on the Algarve. Tavira has a history going back to Roman and Moorish times, and with its narrow cobbled streets, ancient hilltop castle, old churches, traditional tiled houses, little shops and Roman bridge spanning the broad River Gilão which runs through the town, exploring is sheer delight. Tourism has had very little impact here, and the area is completely untouched by any 'yob culture'. There are plenty of little pavement cafes and restaurants, many along the banks of the palm-lined river, offering cheap and delicious food. There is a daily market selling delicious local produce, fruit, vegetables, meat and fish - all fresh and inexpensive. The nearest supermarket is approx 200 metres (open 7 days per week 9am-9pm). The nearest bakers, chemist, post office, newsagent, cafes, other small shops and cash point are only a short distance away. The tourist information office is half way up the hill towards the castle.

Booking notes
20% non refundable deposit is required at time of booking. The balance should be settled at time of arrival (euros only). A refundable breakages deposit of £100 is required for all bookings. It is strongly advised that guests take out travel insurance.

For booking and further information

 

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