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Peaceful countryside villa with panoramic ocean views in a lovely walled garden
| People | 8 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 3 |
| Separate WC's | 1 |
| Property type | villa |
| Minimum Stay | 7 nights |
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Private Pool
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Overview
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Villa in Lagos, Western Algarve, Portugal, 4401/AL - Main House Sleeps 6 In 3 Bedrooms, Option Of Extra Bedroom In Annex Sleeping 2 More People
There cannot be many villas in or around Lagos that combine all the following features. Peaceful countryside location for utter relaxation,you literally could hear a pin drop! Panoramic views over the Bay of Lagos at the front; Monchique hills at the side and the village of Portelas at the back. Easy access to the splendid old town of Lagos with its multitude of restaurants and bars - just 1 mile to the very centre, less to the Marina, plus a private full sized pool (10m x 5m) with spacious terraces, set in a lovely secure walled garden with large grassed area for ball games. Pool heating is available at a cost of £100pw. Daily maid to deal with all the chores, so Mum can have a holiday too. Very baby friendly, we provide all the kit to lighten your load - cot / play pen, high chair, digital baby monitor, steriliser and bottle warmer, even a few toys and a potty! Our villa has been inspected and awarded it's tourist licence 4401/AL.
WiFi. The new motor racing track is just 1 stop down the motorway, but thankfully out of earshot!
All channels of BBC,ITV,4,5 and many more besides, via broadband. There is also a catch-up facility.
All bedrooms on ground floor, plus 2 bathrooms, 1 ensuite, and downstairs kitchenette for poolside drinks and BBQ crockery. Marble stairs lead to upstairs sitting room with dining area and main kitchen. Also a. large terrace with outdoor eating area with fantastic views.
Outdoors is a large pool surrounded by spacious terraces, a built in BBQ, a pergola providing a shady area and a large lawn suitable for ball games. At the back of the house is a car park and a citrus fruit orchard, los of lemons for your G & T's!
About Doreen Purefoy
I have lived with my husband in Weybridge for over 30 years. Our daughter and husband live nearby with their young son and baby daughter. I was a Brown Owl for 19 years (!) and also a Governor of a special school. I now run a beginners bridge group for U3A, and very occasionally walk dogs for the Cinnamon Trust. We have recently acquired a middle aged Norfolk terrier called Peggy, who is a little gem
Doreen Purefoy purchased this villa in 1984
Why Doreen Purefoy chose Lagos
We first visited the Algarve in 1979 and instantly fell in love with the area and the people. We first stayed in Carvoeira and considered buying there but sadly realised that this charming little fishing village was about to be swamped by development. We then explored further west and after several visits to the area decided that Lagos was sufficiently large and predominantly Portuguese to avoid being swallowed up by developments.
Then began the search for a villa nearby rather than in the town itself which can be noisy with barking dogs and late night bars etc.! We were extremely lucky in that the first villa sent to us was in just the right location, just 1 mile from the very centre of town with fantastic
panoramic views of the ocean and mountains and yet in the peaceful countryside.
What makes this villa unique
I doubt there are many villas in or around Lagos that combine convenience of access to the many shops, bars and restaurants the town has to offer, with such blissful peace and quiet. We sit gazing at the views for hours both day and night and never tire of returning to Miradouro. The children love the pool,which can be heated in early and late season at extra charge when the water temperature is a mite too chilly except for the most hardy. Antonia, the maid, takes care of all the household chores, and comes in every morning. Very few villas have a daily maid anymore but Antonia has been with us right from the start and will baby sit at extra charge. The villa is very baby friendly as we provide cot, high chair, monitor, bottle warmer, steriliser, even a few toys and a potty!
Guestbook comments from the owner
What a marvellous holiday! So relaxing, the villa was great and the views remarkable. We couldn't get used to the peace and quiet - just the sound of birds. We weren't pestered or bitten by mosquitos either. We both said this was the best villa we have ever stayed in and as we love Lagos & the area so much we would like to book the villa again next year. Mr & Mrs W. Thornton-Cleveleys.
We had a great holiday and loved the house,pool, garden and Lagos. Your recommendations all proved to be very reliable - almost to the point of not trying anywhere not on the list!
Mr. & Mrs S. Henfield
Our first visit to Miradouro, situated in a great position which allows an easy walk downhill into the town at night with a taxi back. Local notes very helpful and the pool and gardens very relaxing. Mr. & Mrs. W. Nottingham
What a wonderful time yet again, villa as good as ever and so many beautiful beaches. Antonia is an absolute star doing lots of baby sitting. Mr & Mrs M Winchester.
Facilities
Accommodation and facilities for this holiday villa Falfeira, Lagos
- villa
- Self-catering
- Housekeeper Included
- Max. occupancy: 8
- children welcome ...
- pets not allowed
- smoking allowed ...
- beach
- near the sea
- Ocean View
- resort
- rural
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Fireplace ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking
- Telephone
- Towels Provided ...
- Washing Machine
- Wood Stove ...
- Free Wifi
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator ...
- Hob
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 8 people
- 3 Bathrooms,
- 1 Separate WC
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Toilet 1 -
Toilet
Bathroom 4 - Toilet , Shower Enclosure , ensuite to bedroom4
Bathroom 2 - Toilet , Bath (no shower) , Shower Enclosure , recently renovated.underfloor heating for cooler months
Bathroom 1 - Toilet , Bath (no shower) , Shower Enclosure , ensuite recently renovated.underfloor heating when cooler.
- En-suite bathroom to master bedroom. 2nd bathroom. Cloakroom. Additional en suite bathroom to 4th bedroom when booked.
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
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Bedroom 2 -
2 Single Bed
Bedroom 1 - 2 Single Bed , 1 Cot
Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed
Bedroom 4 - 2 Single Bed , only available when extension is booked as optional extra.
- Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 6/8 (3/4 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Master bedroom with twin beds and sliding patio doors to pool terrace. Bedroom 2 with twin beds, sliding patio doors to pool terrace. Bedroom 3 with twin beds. All bedrooms have large fitted wardrobes and are furnished with hand painted furniture. Bedroom 4 in the annex with twin beds which may be booked for 20% surcharge for larger parties.
- Books ...
- DVD Player
- Games ...
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Toys ...
- Balcony ...
- Boat ...
- Terrace ...
- Golf ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Garden ...
- Barbecue ...
- Veranda
- Tennis ...
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- Heated Pool
- Private Pool ...
- bay
- caves
- churches
- cinemas
- forests
- live theatre
- marina
- museums
- playground
- recreation centre
- restaurants
- ruins
- theme parks
- water parks
- zoo
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- horse riding
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- Babysitter
- fitness centre
- groceries
- hospital
- laundrette - serviced
- medical services
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- equestrian events
- fishing
- golf
- jet skiing
- mountain biking
- paragliding
- rafting
- sailing
- diving
- snorkelling
- bay fishing
- surfing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Excellent!
4.4/5 -
(10 traveller reviews)
Home away from home
This villa is in an ideal location with good amenities the owners are clearly very passionate about ensuring their guests comfort. The villa is clean and tidy and sports two luxury bathrooms which are new additions this year. The maid Antonia is very thorough and it's really lovely to fully relax knowing the day to day tasks are taken care of. Great place and wouldn't hesitate to come back or recommend to others.
Beautifully situated villa
The situation of the villa is stunning with wonderful panoramic views. Even in December we were able to sit out on the upstairs terrace with the bougainvillea still in bloom & admire the extensive vista. The pool area & gardens are spacious & well maintained & would be idyllic in the warmer months of the year, for those who like the heat, though it was warm enough to sit out a few times even in the dead of winter. We were there for a month. It's so peaceful. We are keen birdwatchers & with hoopoes, azure-winged magpies & owls visiting the garden frequently, it suited us perfectly.
The management company was very helpful & if there was any kind of problem, it was dealt with immediately, but nearly all the information we needed was in Mrs Purefoy's very comprehensive notes.
Two new bathrooms had just been installed & we had the pleasure of being the first guests to use them. For this time of year the underfloor heating & the heated towel rails were very welcome.
We had time to explore the whole area, mostly the wild & rugged landscape & beaches west of Lagos & up in the Serra Monchique. We found the villa an excellent base for our excursions. For anyone interested in bird watching, we found the estuary & lagoons immediately south of Mexilhoeira Grande very rewarding, but there are lots of good areas in the vicinity, for example in Sagres & beyond at the Cabo de Sao Vicente.
The only downside is that in the winter, since the villa is designed to keep out the searing summer heat, it was pretty chilly in the mornings & the evenings. There is a log fire, but it did take a while for the place to heat up in the evenings. We were always out most of the day, so weren't lighting the fire till later. However we got quite used to it. It's amazing how quickly you adapt.
All in all we had a thoroughly enjoyable holiday & would go back without any hesitation.
Stunning views great outdoor space but villa tired
I loved the views and peaceful location and the pool is great however it is in need of a deep clean and updating.
The curtains in my bedroom we so old they were stained darker at the position of opening from years of never being washed. The top of the head boards were caked in thick dust that had been there years. The bath mat looked like it had not been changed since the 80's and my sons bedding had holes in it. Some of the lamps didn't work in the lounge and the wires were all frayed. I'm by no means a clean freak I would have just expected a higher standard for the price.
Wifi did not work and the management company told us to buy a dongle even though villa is advertised as having wifi, then we discovered by chance that the password in the visitors info is incorrect!
If you want a quiet out of the way villa with fantastic outdoor space it's for you but don't expect luxury on the inside.
Beautifully located villa
The villa was in a wonderful location, close to Lagos with amazing views. The high points were definitely the gardens and the pool. The villa was extremely quiet at night and only birdsong during the day. Plenty of space for our two teenage boys. Lagos is very picturesque and the Portuguese are extremely friendly and helpful. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Home from home....but with the sun!
I stayed here for a long weekend. I have been to lagos many times. The old town is beautiful, steeped in history with cobble streets. The seafood here is second to none. There is a fish market if you can get up early enough! Back at the villa we bbq'd our fish, it was delicious. The rooms are clean and tidy. But best of all is the maid service...you don't even have to make your beds or unpack the dishwasher! The views from the upstairs lounge and balcony are spectacular. And you can pick your own oranges and lemons from the orchard. Would thoroughly recommend 👍
Great villa
We enjoyed everything about the villa, it was within walking distance of both Lagos and Portelas village (about 1.5km from both). We drove down from Lisbon airport using the fantastic motorways which are extremely quiet as the locals won't pay the tolls to use them. We got on the motorway just outside of Lisbon and left it on the outskirts of Lagos. The villa was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed for our holiday. The maid who came in was absolutely brilliant and nothing was to much trouble for her(she even helped when we were doing the washing up). There are a couple of small bars in Portelas and the Mendes is a bar/restaurant which was excellent. There is also a good tapas restaurant O Marafado which is very close to the villa. We were unsure as to wether we would need the annexe as there were two couples in our party, Doreen the owner allowed us to pay for the annexe but said that if we didn't use it she would refund our money, we decided not to use the annexe and informed Doreen who sent us a refund (it was waiting for me when I got home). All in all would definitely recommend this villa to either couples or for a family holiday.
Location
Coast/Beach:
The nearest beach is 1.5km away. The famous Meia Praia beach can be reached by ferry boat from the promenade or from one of the many car parks dotted along the length of the beach. On the other side of town is the most photographed beach on the Algarve - Praia Dona Anna with its incredible rock formations. There are numerous beaches along the coast of every shape and size. The wonderful west coast beaches are within easy reach, the secret cove of Ingrina, the vast Castelejo and Amado for surfers
Travel:
Faro airport is 78km (approx. 45 mins drive) via Motorway A22 to Lagos.
Car hire is strongly recommended for convenience, but not absolutely essential.
Distances:
Lagos town: 1.5km. Portelas village: 0.5km. Praia da Luz: 7km. Burgau: 12km. Sagres: 28km.
Further Details:
Miradouro is very well furnished and equipped with telephone, Wi FI, digital English TV,including BBC, ITV etc. CD/cassette player, DVD player, personal safe, hairdryer and a small library of paperback books. There are ceiling fans for the summer months. It has a distinctly Portuguese flavour as we have furnished and decorated with the works of local craftsmen wherever possible whilst still providing all 'mod cons', personal safe, dishwasher, microwave AND a daily maid to deal with all household chores so Mum can have a holiday too!
Lagos (pronounced Lah-Gosh!) is quite different to most other Algarve resorts. This is no purpose built resort nor over-developed fishing village, but an ancient Portuguese town, its heritage well preserved by the local council. Tourism now plays an important part in its prosperity but by no means overwhelms it. The old men still gather to set the world to rights and you need only stroll a short way from the centre to find rambling cobbled streets or the old city walls surrounding the town. The town centre is just 1.5km away.
Visit the new marina to admire the yachts, stroll along the palm fringed promenade overlooking the fishing harbour and the old Fort jutting out into the sea, the old slave market (now an art gallery) and the Church of Santo Antonio with its regional museum. It is the favourite holiday town for the Portuguese themselves, which ensures good value for money and Portugal itself is one of the cheapest countries in Europe. In short, it is a spacious Portuguese town with something for everyone. There are numerous restaurants to suit all pockets and tastes, various supermarkets and all varieties of shops.
In and around Lagos are facilities for sailing, windsurfing, surf boarding, waterskiing, scuba-diving, deep sea fishing, boat trips, tennis, squash, riding , dolphin watching and, for the really adventurous, microlight flying! A comprehensive guide to local facilities is sent to all booking the villa.
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Prices & Availability
Prices for this holiday villa Falfeira, Lagos region
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- GBP
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Rate 15
15 Jul 2017 -
25 Aug 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£1,495
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£1,495
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Rate 16
26 Aug 2017 -
1 Sep 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£1,295
for 7 nights
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£1,295
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Rate 17
2 Sep 2017 -
29 Sep 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£1,095
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£1,095
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Rate 18
30 Sep 2017 -
27 Oct 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£795
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£795
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Rate 19
28 Oct 2017 -
31 Dec 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£345
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£345
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Additional pricing information
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
| Refundable Damage Deposit | £100 |
Booking Notes:
A deposit of £100pw will secure the booking with the balance to be paid not later than 8 weeks before departure. A refundable security deposit of £100 is taken on arrival to cover keys and breakages. This can be paid by cheque with a guarantee card.
Changeover Day:
Saturday preferred during the summer. Variable during the winter. The villa is available from 2.00pm on the day of arrival to 10.00am on day of departure to enable the maid to do a really good clean between lets.
Notes on prices:
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Summer prices (Easter-October) are for up to 6 people. Supplement for extra bedroom is 20% of appropriate rental. Pool heating is available at a cost of £100pw.
Winter prices (November-March) the price shown is for long lets of 6 weeks or more. 3-5 weeks is £395pw; 1-2 weeks is £455. Single week lets including Christmas or New Year, add £150pw, this does not apply to longer lets. Winter lets include winter sitting room with log fire.
Rate 11 and Rate 19.
- The rate of £345.00 is for long let of 6 weeks or more.
- For 3-4 weeks the rental is £395.00 pounds.
- For 1-2 weeks is £455.00.
Additional Charge:
- The main house sleeps 6 people, for larger parties the annex which sleeps an additional 2 people is available for 20% more.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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