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The perfect getaway secluded location with private pool and terrace.

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Stonehouse Front.
Lounge, Kitchen & Bed 2 upstairs.
Bed 1 & bathroom downstairs.
Stonehouse showing, terrace & wooded surroundings.
Parking Space for the Stonehouse
Lounge / Dining Room.
Fly screen to side window.
Superb views towards Portimao.
Reverse View of Lounge/Dining Room,
with Wood Burning Fire.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Monchique, Faro District
  • Monchique Thermal Springs
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Foia Mountain
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Algarve International Autodrome Raceway
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Portimao (PRM)
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The perfect getaway secluded location with private pool and terrace.

The Stonehouse is a converted 2 bedroom detached farm house nestled in the hillside with private swimming pool and secluded south facing terrace with a panoramic view across tree tops towards Portimão, where the sea can be seen glistening on the horizon, yet is just minutes from the quaint market town of Monchique offering all the local amenities, restaurants, cafes, bars and free internet access in the internet Espacao and Library. Monchique has the added benefit of being only a 25-minute drive from the South Coast Beaches, or approximately 45 minutes from the more secluded and picturesque West Coast Beaches.
The Stonehouse offers comfort, space, character and as much seclusion as you desire. Restaurants and traditional bars are a few minutes’ drive away or make use of the stone BBQ on the terrace or fully equipped kitchen.
Entering through the kitchen to the spacious living room with dining table, 4 dining chairs, sofa, 2 armchairs, TV, Cd player & wood burning stove you can continue to enjoy the panoramic view.
Adjacent to the fully equipped kitchen which has a full electric cooker, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, Iron & board is a further bedroom which can accommodate 2 further people, either as a Double, Twin, or Single.
Downstairs is the main bedroom (5ft wide bed) & bathroom (bath with shower over bath) toilet and basin, also housing a washing machine. All ground floor windows are fitted with fly screens.
Across the terrace is a small private swimming pool, perfect for cooling off on those gloriously hot sunny days! or just relax and enjoy the view in the shade of the old olive tree.
A patio table, parasol, 4 chairs, 4 sun loungers and stone BBQ are provided. Terraced gardens with washing line. Hillside secluded location with stunning view.
Car parking space alongside of house.
For the winter months there is a log fire and oil filled radiators.
There is a weekly maid service.

Property manager

Mark & Sharon Jenkins
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 61973/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Caldas de Monchique

Located in Monchique, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Alvor Beach and Rocha Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Mina Park and Loja do Mel e do Medronho. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Monchique, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Monchique Thermal Springs - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Alferce - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Picota Peak - 13 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Foia Mountain - 16 min drive - 13.6 km
  • Algarve International Autodrome Raceway - 24 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Portimao Station - 22 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Velochique - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Castelo - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Café da Vila - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Luar da Fóia - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Snack-Bar O Recanto - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect getaway secluded location with private pool and terrace. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The perfect getaway secluded location with private pool and terrace.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect getaway secluded location with private pool and terrace.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The perfect getaway secluded location with private pool and terrace. located?

This family-friendly Monchique cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Monchique Thermal Springs, Mina Park and Loja do Mel e do Medronho. Igreja Matriz and Misericordia de Monchique Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

JEAN-PIERRE R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Sejour à Monchique
Points positifs : -Tres joli emplacement avec une superbe vue sur la montagne et mer. -Endroit calme. -Maison avec du caractere. -Documentations sur la region particulierement fournies. Points negatifs : -Check in sans presence physique (merci beaucoup à la dame qui nous a guide) pour 2 semaines de sejour. La 1ere fois que cela survient avec Abritel. -La chambre du 1er etage n'est pas equipee des rideaux necessaires pour une chambre à coucher. -La terrasse est en mauvais etat : transats en mauvais etat,eclairage manquant pour diner dehors. -La piscine ne permet pas de nager; c'est un bassin.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view and location. Totally relaxing and nice contact. Always again
Great
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nestled in peace
The property is set over looking the southern coast and picturesque mountain range. It’s the perfect place for a calm and peaceful stay. The house has all the amenities including a pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
Great location, great house, pool and terrace. Amazing views. Everything you need for a relaxing stay away from the masses. Good for exploring other places too. Excellent food in Monchique. Excellent communication with the owners.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Nono S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiétude
A lovely villa with a pool, situated in a tranquil location offering stunning panoramic views. While the house is charming, it could benefit from some furniture renovations, especially in the bedrooms, and the addition of air conditioning for the summer months.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Peter O., Wilhelmshorst

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Lage, altmodisches Ambiente
Schöne Lage, Terrasse mit Olivenbaumschatten, Pool und schönem Ausblick werten dass doch sehr altmodische Interieur mit eingestaubten Kunstblumen und Häkeldecken auf. Perfekte Lage für Ausflüge zu den Küsten der Algarve.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gillian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet house
⚘😊😊😊⚘
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous property super quiet and private
Exactly as described only better! Great location for shopping, restaurants, short drive to the beach. Couldn’t have been better!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacques S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
vue à couper le souffle, Maison de charme
Emplacement idéal avec une vue à couper le souffleSur la côte de l’Algarve à l’horizon. Une terrasse très agréable pour dîner le soir même si malheureusement les conditions météorologiques n’étaient pas optimales durant notre séjour.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

bill b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the house the view was spectacular
Good
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

lucie g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sublime
Magnifique emplacement, Ana Paula est adorable au moindre problème elle venait nous voir pour le régler Je recommande fortement cette maison pour une location de vacance. (Prévoir une voiture pour se déplacer)
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

lindsay d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Top❤
Super van genoten,mooi basic vakantiewoning met zwembad om af te koelen. Heel vriendelijk ontvangen door paula. Een aanrader 👌
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Teresa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melhor sitio para descansar
Adoramos a casa e a localidade, se o que precisavamos era estar isolados da vida de cidade, este foi sem duvida o sitio melhor que encontramos. A casa não tivemos grandes surpresas uma vez que as fotografias fazem jus a aquilo que é. O caminho é um bocadinho difícil de se fazer a noite pois não o conheciamos e por isso e algo assustador. Um grande obrigado Mark and Sharon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent holiday property
This is a great property as described - the location is very peaceful and overlooks the hills down to the coastline. Has all facilities and equipment needed, whether it's a quiet stay or active holiday. Pool is plenty big enough for a quick cool down and the outside area is very useful. Monchique is close enough for a 10 minute taxi ride with several restaurants. We walked to a pizza place (around 20 minutes) but make sure it's before sunset! Highly recommended to stay here.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Sarah G.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Alles ok, aber auch nicht mehr...
Schöne Umgebung, aber sehr speziell eingerichtetes haus. Alles etwas in die Jahre gekommen, an manchen Stellen war es nicht so sauber...
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

alexandra s., Madrid, España

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 noites / 4 dias extremamente tranquilos
Foi uma passagem breve mas acertada. A localização da Stonehouse é encantadora. Tudo correu como esperado e até superou as expectativas. Casa limpa, espaços amplos, acessos fáceis (ainda que peculiares), silêncio, boa vizinhança (imperceptível), e uma “piscina” com a dimensão correcta. Fica a vontade de repetir! O nosso obrigada ao Mark & Sharon Alexandra, Sofia & María Laura
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

João M., Montijo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gostei Muito
Casa muito agradável num sitio bonito e sossegado. Tem uma vista deslumbrante sobre a costa de Portimão e um céu nocturno ao mesmo nível em que, por ausência de poluição luminosa, se vislumbra a via láctea. Apenas senti falta de uma luz mais forte no quintal que permita refeições nocturnas e auxilie na churrasqueira. O bonito quintal, por ter muitos vasos com plantas (para além da maravilhosa oliveira), apresentava-se com muitas folhas caídas no chão e merecia outra apresentação. Nada que não tivesse ficado resolvido com uma boa mangueirada. Uma atenção especial aos sobreiros queimados por cima da piscina pois, num dia de um pouco mais vento, partiu-se um ramo que caiu dentro da piscina, onde não estava ninguém, por sorte. Deveriam abater todas as arvores queimadas que estão naquela encosta.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Michael K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and peaceful
The property was exactly as described so there were no unexpected surprises. The property was in quiet peaceful location on a hillside with great views over the countryside all the way to the coast. The kitchen was well appointed with plenty of utensils. The pool was not large but was ideal and very welcome to cool off in during the day. Even the the house seemed remote the village of Monichique was only 10 minutes drive where there is a supermarket which has everything you need for you stay.There are restaurants and here too. Communications withe Mark and Sharon were fast and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Maurizio G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice short stay😎
Nice property, close to the main attractions restaurant ecc
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve T., SCOTTER

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Stonehouse
What a fantastic place to get away from everyday life & enjoy the peace & beautiful setting that the Stonehouse offers. Very well equipped with everything you need & spotlessly clean. Ana Paula who lives locally takes great pride in the upkeep of both interior & outside on the patio terrace. The directions we received from Mark & Sharon were easily followed & accurate. Definitely would like to revisit with a huge thank you to Mark &Sharon & of course to the lovely Ana Paula who is fantastic
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Jörg H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Interessantes Haus
Das Haus hat ein gewisses Flair! Leider ist die Küche etwas in die Jahre gekommen und einige Vorurlauber halten es mit der Sauberkeit nicht so ernst. Vielleicht hätte auch nach der Winterruhe mal eine Komplettreinigung der Küche durchgeführt werden müssen. Die anderen Räume sind in Ordnung. Der auf den Bildern noch groß da stehende Olivenbaum ist leider stark zurück geschnitten wurden, (Waldbrand 2018?) und man hat nicht mehr sehr viel Schatten. Die Matrazen sind fest, wir haben sehr gut geschlafen. Alles andere ist nach portugisischen Verhältnissen sehr ordentlich. Das Haus ist für ein Paar, auch mit 2 Kindern, empfehlenswert. Man sollte aber die Abgeschiedenheit lieben! Uns hat es gut gefallen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Sabine F.

Sehr schön
Wir hatten trotz der Auswirkungen der großen Waldbrände rund um Monchique von Anfang/Mitte August einen wirklich schönen Urlaub. Am Haus selber haben wir lediglich zu bemängeln, dass es entgegen der Angabe auf FeWo direkt kein Internet hatte, darüber hinaus beschränkte sich das TV-Programm auf portugiesisch- oder arabischsprachige Sender, und die Angaben auf FeWo direkt zu den Strandistanzen stimmen bei Weitem nicht (25 Min. zur Süd-, 35 Min. zur Westküste). Zur Westküste muss man, wenn man nicht den halsbrecherischen Fahrstil mancher Portugiesen pflegt, eigentlich eine Stunde einplanen; zur Südküste schafft man es in einer guten halben Stunde. Leider hatten wir das Pech, dass am vorletzten Tag unseres Urlaubs in der unmittelbaren Umgebung erneut Brände ausgebrochen sind. Aber wir sind uns sicher, dass die Besitzer die Schäden am Garten schnellstmöglich beheben und schon bald wieder ein Traumurlaub im Stonehouse möglich sein wird.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

2/10 Terrible

Ian M.

Very poorly equipped and uncomfortable
Bed consisted of hard mattress on a board. No proper sleep for two weeks. Incomplete mosquito nets. Worn out cooker. Broken and cheap terrace equipment. Broken kettle.the list goes on. Dangerous stairs. Not suitable for discerning renters. Not recommended
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Lovely quiet getaway
This is a great little house for a getaway. It is a short drive from the town of Monchique and the views from the terrace are truly gorgeous. Pool was small but is all you need really, unless you want to start swimming lengths! The lounge was comfy and kitchen perfectly adequate. Kept in a lovely condition. Main bedroom is downstairs next to the bathroom and with plenty of hanging space and drawers. Only criticism would be the bed is very hard. If you are wanting nightlife, bars etc then this isn't the place for you but if you want peace and quiet, great views and a real sense of this part of Portugal then this is a top choice. Easy drive from Faro Airport makes life easy as well. highly recommended and hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

About the host

Hosted by Mark & Sharon Jenkins

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We purchased the Stonehouse in 2007 having spent a wonderful holiday there to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary.
We have continued to rent the property since we bought it and regularly visit to ensure the upkeep of the property is maintained.

Why they chose this property

Having never visited Portugal before we stayed at the Stonehouse to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary and fell in love with the house, location, and area. As fate had it, it turned out that the property was for sale, so on a whim we decided it was to good a chance too miss and bought it!
The Stonehouse offers seclusion and privacy yet is within close proximity to the quaint market town of Monchique that has all the amenities one requires when on holiday - cafes, restaurants, fruit/veg market, bank, chemist, butchers, souvenir shops and supermarket.
The view over the 'valley' towards Portimão and the south coast, just made us want to own this best of both worlds, seclusion but without being isolated. It is an ideal base to explore both the southern & western area of the Algarve.

What makes this property unique

The panoramic view from the private terrace and pool offering seclusion along with the unique layout of the property allowing the view to be enjoyed to the full.
The Stonehouse offers seclusion and privacy yet is within close proximity to the quaint market town of Monchique that has all the amenities one requires when on holiday - cafes, restaurants, fruit/veg market, bank, chemist, butchers, souvenir shops and supermarket.
The view over the 'valley' towards Portimão and the south coast, just made us want to own this best of both worlds, seclusion but without being isolated. It is an ideal base to explore both the southern & western area of the Algarve,

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