10/10 Excellent
Pam C.
10 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sublime Serene Salema
It is impossible to put into words how wonderful our stay was at the Casa Oliveira. The house is very private sitting on the edge of a nature reserve. One week flew by as we enjoyed sitting on the sun deck and listening to the wind and bird chimes mixing with the sound of falling water from the private infinity pool, or chilling in the rooms (all with views of the ocean) sipping on a coffee or tea with a book. Yes, we were faced with those hard choices every morning. The house was beautifully designed, well constructed, and elegantly decorated. It is truly comfortable and well stocked. We did a fair amount of cooking, even though there are several great restaurants nearby. Our hosts Zoe and Karl are amazing, from the initial booking, they kept us well informed. They greeted us upon arrival, gave us great directions, but then left us alone in this oasis with our privacy. Yet when we needed them, which in our case, we needed to visit a doctor, they quickly referred a place where we got seen within the hour. Without going through all the details, we just wanted to say "Thank you, Obrigada/o" to Zoe and Karl as they are not only the best hosts, but just the kindest folks anywhere. Not surprisingly, Casa Oliveira is just simply a reflection of her owners and the town Salema. We are very fortunate to have found this hidden treasure. We will be back!
Pam C.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024