Overview
Property
Villa in historical city of Estoi, pet-friendly,Tourism register 7698/AL - Peaceful Location, Rolling Countryside, 15 Minutes By Car To Faro Beach, Other Beaches Close
This modern villa is comfortable and perfect for outdoor living. The newly painted villa is an independent house and the pool is not overlooked. The large garden is totally enclosed. Accommodation on one floor, nicely furnished with all modern comforts. Plenty of space for sunbathing and if shade is sought, there are lovely terraces around the house and a roof terrace. Shopping in Estoi and Sao bras about 5 mins drive. Shopping centre jumbo in Faro on the way home from the beach. A car is necessary. As we often use the villa ourselves we have provided it with all amenities: dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, dvd, satellite tv, air-conditioning and a remodeled kitchen. Estoi is well known for its palace that has become a pousada and for the roman villa. Both can be visited. A welcome pack can be prepared on simple demand (to be paid at arrival). We renewed the bathrooms in 2016 with walk in rainshower.
Top Traveller Review
Idyllic get-away-from it all
Close by are the charming towns of Estoi, S B Alportel and Moncarapacho - all worth a visit - and within easy reach is Tavira, Faro, Silves and the fabulous beach at Quinta do Lago.
We will be returning as soon as we can
Mike Meer May 2017
Wilfried
About the Owner
About Wilfried Van den Broeck
We live in Belgium and we have 3 children, one boy and 2 girls. My wife and I work, but we spend most of our holidays in Portugal, where we have friends and have fallen in love with the country. Since 1980 we have been travelling all over Portugal, and we know every spot. The Algarve is our preferred region especially the Ria Formosa Natural Park.
Wilfried Van den Broeck purchased this villa in 1996
Why Wilfried Van den Broeck chose Estoi
We and all our family love Estoi because of the beauty and peacefulness of the area. There are many beautiful beaches and places of interest in the neighbourhood like old Faro town and Olhao fish market. The area is easily accessible with Faro airport less than 15 minutes drive away. The climate is sunny and dry.
What makes this villa unique
The property is quiet and rest giving. Just 20 minutes drive to the city of Faro and an ample choice of beautiful beaches. The pool is private and comfortable with a large barbecue area. We provide for information about delicious restaurants when booking. The highlight is the garden. We are landscaping the garden in front of the villa and around the pool area.
Guestbook comments from the owner
Guest comments: we particularly liked the spacious lounge and dining area and the kitchen is very well equipped. We found the setting of the house very relaxing. 'we had a lovely relaxing holiday and really enjoyed our stay. Our little girl had a fabulous time spending most of her time in the pool'. The location was ideal - nice to retreat to at the end of a crowded day on the beach! 'pauline. The highlight was the garden. The landscaping is already a real plus and will be magnificent. The location is very relaxing and the villa is lovely. 'i will miss sitting outside having my early morning coffee with only the sounds of birds and crickets to be heard'. 'wir hatten eine sehr schöne und erholsame zeit und haben vor allem die terasse mit dem einmaligen panoramablick genossen. 'birgit 04/2012. The villa's location is ideal(local taxis found us easily, so we were able to go out in the evening.
Guestbook comments from the owner
Guest comments: we particularly liked the spacious lounge and dining area and the kitchen is very well equipped. We found the setting of the house very relaxing. 'we had a lovely relaxing holiday and really enjoyed our stay. Our little girl had a fabulous time spending most of her time in the pool'. The location was ideal - nice to retreat to at the end of a crowded day on the beach! 'pauline. The highlight was the garden. The landscaping is already a real plus and will be magnificent. The location is very relaxing and the villa is lovely. 'i will miss sitting outside having my early morning coffee with only the sounds of birds and crickets to be heard'. 'wir hatten eine sehr schöne und erholsame zeit und haben vor allem die terasse mit dem einmaligen panoramablick genossen. 'birgit 04/2012. The villa's location is ideal(local taxis found us easily, so we were able to go out in the evening.
14 Reviews
Excellent!
4.6/5 -
(14 traveller reviews)
Quiet rural location which was ideal for us. Everything you could possibly need for a fantastic hols
We loved the villa which had everything we needed. Very clean house on arrival and all utensils, cutlery, crockery, glasses etc very clean and plentiful.
We were disappointed on our arrival on the Sunday as the pool was very green and looked uncared for. David did sort it out on the Monday and all ok after that. It was a bad first impression.
We felt that lighting around the pool/garden would have added to making the environment for eating out in the evening even more enjoyable. The two spotlights were a bit too harsh.
Overall you have a beautiful home and we would highly recommend it.
Idyllic get-away-from it all
If you like being off the beaten track, in the peace and quiet but with easy access to all that the Algarve offers then this exquisite little villa is for you. Very well equipped with everything and more that you need for self catering, comfortably furnished with two top of the range bathrooms we had a fabulous week in and out of the pool and pretty garden. David and Jean the house managers are so welcoming and cannot do enough for you.
Close by are the charming towns of Estoi, S B Alportel and Moncarapacho - all worth a visit - and within easy reach is Tavira, Faro, Silves and the fabulous beach at Quinta do Lago.
We will be returning as soon as we can
Mike Meer May 2017
Clean and beautiful many folders.
To be honnest we are there owners!
A great place to stay and relaxe.
One of the best holidays we have ever had, peace, quiet relaxing with a great pool, everything you could possible need and more, although a rural location, it's still only 3 miles to town with supermarkets and great restaurants.
David was on hand to meet and greet us he is only 100m up the hill should you have any problems of which we only had two miner ones but these were sorted within 24hrs, what more could you ask for, he was also a pleasure to meet and a font of knowledge about the area.
We will be returning to recharge our batteries soon.
Alan and Val.
Fantastic holiday spent in this gorgeous, spacious and private villa
We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay at Uma Casa Portuguesa. It really felt homely and there was everything you could possibly need for your stay. The beds were really comfortable too.We all enjoyed the outdoor space. The swimming pool is very safe for children and is set in a pretty and private garden, and the views were lovely. After going out to one of the many lovely local restaurants we spent time star gazing in the evenings as they were so clear-we even saw 6 shooting stars!
David who managed the property was extremely helpful and responsive to our needs which was very useful.
There are lots of gorgeous beaches to explore, pretty towns like Loule to visit and the cork woods are fascinating. We would love to visit again soon, and would definitely recommend this to our friends.
A comfortable and well equipped villa in a peaceful and perfect location
We loved our stay at Uma Casa Portuguesa. It was just as we had hoped it would be. Peaceful, comfortable, well laid out and very well located to visit everywhere in the eastern and central Algarve. Sao Bras is a lovely town. Not obviously too touristy, it has a good market and some lovely cafes. The villa was wonderfully equipped and organised especially in the kitchen which had everything you would ever need for a holiday. David was an invaluable contact and always followed up anything we requested very efficiently. I was particularly grateful that he fixed the swimming pool filter and shower head so quickly. We really appreciated Marguerite who cleaned so well and spoke good english. We loved the villa external lay out. The car parking was easy to use and the sitting out areas were perfect for morning and evening sun. Although still cool we used the swimming pool a lot in the warm weather and enjoyed it.
Obviously as we were staying for 3 weeks we did come across a few problems. There's no doubt that free wifi would have been welcome. For example we had bluetooth speakers for music but could not use it. I also spent quite a lot of time sweeping vegetation off the patios and out of the pool. The strong winds meant the a lot of vegetation from trees fell. During the last part of our stay we had the unusual experience of a week's rainfall and cold weather. Unfortunately the air conditioning heater in the main room and the guest room did not work (David tried to get the engineer out to fix it) and villa was quite cold at night. Finally we would like to have watched a film during the cold spell but could not get the DVD player to work. The disc kept rejecting.
None of these are major concerns. We have very fond memories and would love to return to Casa Portguesa again in the future.
Location
From the Owner
“We and all our family love Estoi because of the beauty and peacefulness of the area. There are many beautiful beaches and places of interest in the neighbourhood like old Faro town and Olhao fish market. The area is easily accessible with Faro airport less than 15 minutes drive away. The climate is sunny and dry.”
Activity and Interests
Special interest holidays:
New to this area are biking and walking tours in the algarvian countryside;bikes can be rented in Estoi. The ria formosa is a lovely area where all kinds of waterbirds including stiltons and flamingos can be watched. Via algarviana is a foothpath that goes from alcoutim to cabo vicente and passes through sao bras de alportel a few miles north of our villa. Visit the website on internet for more details.
Coast/Beach:
Location: 5km N of Estoi, 8km SE of Sao Bras (all facilities), 15km NE of Faro (all facilities, airport, beach). 15 min to Faro Beach. 20 min to Pedras del Rei Beach (near Tavira) . Other beaches in Sao Rafael, Praia da Falesia, Monte Gordo.
From the pier of Olhao water taxis or a passenger ferry can be taken to the idilic islands of Armona, Culatra and Farol.
Deserted beaches,restaurants & bars at your choice.
Travel:
Faro airport (15km), sevilla airport (150km) car hire is essential. Try the following airlines for cheap flights: easyjet, monarch, jet2, thomson, mytravellite, xl, ba, tap, brussels airlines. A car is essential and all the major companies operate out of faro and sevilla airport. We can recommend avis or travelrent on parking 4.
Distances:
Estoi: 5km, Sao Bras: 6km, Faro: 15km, Tavira: 20km.
The historic old town of Estoi shows the Palacio do Visconde(became a Pousada) and Roman Ruins of Milreu.The market towns of Olhao and Loulé are around 15 minutes away.
Further Details:
Several supermarkets in Sao Bras de Alportel:Pingo Doce, Lidl and Intermarché. Hypermarket Jumbo in shopping centre in Faro. Several local restaurants are in an area of 10km. Daily market in Sao Bras de Alportel and Olhao, special market on Saturday in Olhao and monthly in Estoi and Moncarapacho. Market in Loulé not to be missed on Saturdays. We are just 30 minutes from the border with Spain and a wonderful drive along the River Guadiana. Estoi is famous for the Palace do Visconde (The Pink Palace) which has become a Pousada Hotel which can be visited and for the Ruins of a big Roman Villa which can be visited also. We are close to the Ria Formosa for bird spotting. This is a family owned property and over the years we have discovered many superb local restaurants. A book of recommendations is available in the villa with directions and comments. We welcome your new suggestions.
Prices and Availability
Rental rates
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Summer
11 Jun 2017 -
28 Jun 2017
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£674
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£674
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Summer 2017 promotion
29 Jun 2017 -
5 Jul 2017
3 night minimum stay
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£289
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£674
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high season 2017
6 Jul 2017 -
31 Aug 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£1,011
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£1,011
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Summer end 2017
1 Sep 2017 -
15 Sep 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£758
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£758
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Fall 2017
16 Sep 2017 -
31 Oct 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£505
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£505
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Summer high 2018
1 Jul 2018 -
31 Aug 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£1,053
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£1,053
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My Standard Rate
7 night minimum stay
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£505
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* Approximate monthly price. Actual pricing will depend on the days of the month you stay.
Additional pricing information
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
| Refundable Damage Deposit | £126.33 |
Booking Notes:
50% deposit on booking, full payment within 30 days before arrival. Deposit is non-refundable. Please note that the max. Number of sleeps (6p and 1 baby) may not be exceeded under any circumstances. Cancellation: deposit is not returnable, we recommend to subscribe a travel insurance with owners direct. A security deposit of 150 euro is required to be paid locally on arrival. This will be refunded at the end of the holiday assuming there are no damages to be deducted.
Changeover Day:
Changeover is flexible . Arrival between 3pm and 9pm on the starting day. Leaving before 11am on the last day.
Notes on prices:
Prices are for the property per week in Euros. Prices include electricity, heating, air-con, water and maid service. Earlybird reduction of 10%.
After season reduction of 10%.A security deposit of 150 Euro is required.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Cancelled bookings will not receive a refund.
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Facilities
From the Owner
“The property is quiet and rest giving. Just 20 minutes drive to the city of Faro and an ample choice of beautiful beaches. The pool is private and comfortable with a large barbecue area. We provide for information about delicious restaurants when booking. The highlight is the garden. We are landscaping the garden in front of the villa and around the pool area.”
Property Type
- villa
General
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking ...
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Wood Stove
Kitchen
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
Dining
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD Player ...
- Music Library
- Satellite / Cable
- Television ...
- Video Library
Pool / Spa
- Private Pool
Suitability
- suitable for elderly or infirm
Location Type
- beach
- mountain
- rural
Attractions
- cinemas
- marina
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- ruins
- theme parks
- water parks
Leisure Activities
- beachcombing
- bird watching
- horse riding
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- laundrette - serviced
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- cycling
- paragliding
- sailing
- snorkelling
- swimming
- tennis
- wind-surfing
Floor Area
- 110 m²
Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1 - Toilet, Bath (no shower), Shower Enclosure, Bidet
- Bathroom 2 - Toilet, Bath (no shower), Shower Enclosure
- En-suite bathroom to bedroom 2, with basin, shower and toilet. second bathroom with basin, rain shower , wc.
Bedrooms
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
- Bedroom 1 - 1 Cot
- Bedroom 2
- Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 6 (2 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with box spring double bed, fitted wardrobe, air-con. bedroom 2 with twin beds and baby cot. both with fitted wardrobe, and reversible air conditioner (hot and cold). bed in the living room for 2 persons. Smoke detector and fire extinguisher.
Outside
- Terrace
- Golf ...
- Garden
- Barbecue
Meals
- Self-catering
House Rules
- Max. occupancy: 6
- Parties/events not allowed
- Non smoking only
Notes:
- Notes on accommodation: The villa is very suitable for a family with small children. A baby chair and a baby bath are available. Hair-dryer in the fbathroom Outdoor furniture is available including sunshade umbrellas and sun cover. Four new sunbeds, two aluminum chairs for outside use. Reversible air-conditioning. The pool is unfenced, therefore babies and toddlers will need constant supervision. A safety turtle is available (wristband)and is to be used. Sounds an alarm the instant your child falls into water. Deposit for safety turtle 250 euros, which will be returned after check- up by our property manager. new box spring double bed in master bedroom. Two new very comfortable beds in the second bedroom. Chest of drawers incorporated in the wardrobes. Internet hotspot is available at 20 euro a week. Kanguru hotspot deposit 50 euro for multiple tablets and i-phones (max 10) Outside: Lovely garden in front of the villa. Beautiful wild garden with barbecue at the kitchen side. New landscaped garden at the pool side. Shaded or sunny terraces, outdoor furniture and private swimming pool 7.40 x 3.5 x 1.55 m. Wooden gate with drive and parking place paved with natural stone of the region. Total property area of 2500 m2. Utility Room: Vacuum cleaner. Solar boiler and electroboiler. Family first aid kit. Washing machine. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: Towels and linen are included also for the cot. Towels and linen are changed at the beginning of each holiday and every week. You are asked to leave the property in a clean and tidy condition. Other: Smoke detector in the kitchen and the entry hall