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Your home-away-from-home in the Western Algarve

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A lovely shady pepper tree to laze in the hammock and hanging chair!
Dining
Outdoor dining
The cosy living room
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8170 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Barão de São João, Faro
  • Lagos Zoo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Marina de Lagos
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Praia da Luz
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Portimao (PRM)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your home-away-from-home in the Western Algarve

Relax and unwind in this wonderful quinta (farmhouse) situated in a peaceful part of the Western Algarve, away from the more touristy areas, yet a short drive to the beaches on both the southwestern Algarve and west coast and a mere 10 minute drive to the famous town of Lagos.

This cosy farmhouse of approximately 180m2 (1800 square feet) is composed of a huge living room with comfortable sofas and with a well-equipped open plan kitchen with a seating area enough to sit 8-10 people. It furthermore has one master bedroom with a king size bed and en-suite bathroom with sink, toilet and bathtub/shower; another spacious bedroom with both a queen-size bed and a comfy queen-sized sofabed plus a smaller bedroom with a double bed where an extra single bed can be placed alongside if necessary. The second bathroom has a toilet, large step-in shower and sink. The windows of all spaces open to a garden with mature trees. The space is decorated as a proper home with sturdy and rustic furniture, since the owner lives here during the winter months.

The living room opens to a large veranda with an outside dining table and chairs, and an outdoor sofa area. You will have access to the whole house and garden. There is a BBQ area as well and you will be able to sit out under the stars and have a charcoal BBQ. The owner will provide a big bag of charcoal for you during your stay.
The garden is massive with trees, bushes and flowers and a big lawn. There are hammocks, hanging chairs, deckchairs and sun loungers to take full advantage of the peace and tranquillity that surrounds the house and the garden. At night, enjoy the peace and quiet of this rural location and fall asleep to the sound of the crickets. You might find you don’t want to leave….

The area offers lots of outdoor activities from surfing, windsurfing, kite-surfing to kayaking, cliff and -country-walks. There is also a golf course nearby. The owner is an avid windsurfer and was born in the area. He knows everything from the best surfing beaches to fantastic cliff walks in the area, to great local restaurants and to where get the best olives and the freshest fish in the Lagos markets. Nearby and within walking distance of the house is the small town of Barao Sao Joao with some restaurants, cafes, supermarkets and a unique Bohemian ambiance.

There is private parking next to the house, enough to park 4 or more cars.

Property manager

Annemarie de Vries

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 73771/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lagos

Located in Lagos, this holiday home is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of Dona Ana Beach and Porto de Mos Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Marina de Lagos. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Algarve International Autodrome Raceway or International Kart Circuit. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Barão de São João, Faro

What's nearby

  • Lagos Zoo - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marina de Lagos - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Praia da Luz - 25 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Dona Ana Beach - 26 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Camilo Beach - 28 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Lagos Station - 21 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Algarve Pizza&Kebab - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Café A Onda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Albufeira - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gecko Clubhouse Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Caramba Restaurant and Bar - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Your home-away-from-home in the Western Algarve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Your home-away-from-home in the Western Algarve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your home-away-from-home in the Western Algarve?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your home-away-from-home in the Western Algarve located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Lagos Zoo and within 6 miles (10 km) of Espiche Golf Course and Luz Beach. Marina de Lagos and Monte da Casteleja Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent sejour

Emplacement parfait au calme. Grand jardin agréable avec belle terrasse Le propriétaire est très gentil et très réactif. Parfait pour des vacances en famille
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Une spacieuse maison en campagne mais près de tout !!

Spacieuse et accueillante maison en campagne mais à deux pas de Lagos où nous y faisions nos emplettes. Excellente localisation pour visiter l’ouest de l’Algarve. Tout est à max. 30 minutes à peu près. Notre séjour a été très agréable et je n’hésite pas à la recommander. La maison est confortable, avec de grande aires communes. Le patio extérieur est très agréable ! Nous avons eu de la difficulté à la trouver à notre arrivée car la carte de Vrbo n’est pas juste, Pedragosa est ce qu’il faut demander sur google map.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruhe Oase in perfekter Lage

Wir haben unseren Aufenthalt bei Pedro sehr genossen. Vor allem der Garten mit Hängematten und wunderschönen, schattenspendenden Bäumen hat es uns angetan. Das Haus bietet viel Platz, eine tolle, voll ausgestattete Küche. Das Herzstück des Aufenthaltsbereiches ist der Kamin, der sehr gemütlich ist und zum Verweilen einlädt. Das Haus ist in perfekter Lage zu Lagos und allen Stränden. Barrao de Sao Joao ist zwar ein paar km landeinwärts, aber dafür erwartet einen hier eine wunderschöne Umgebung, eine tolle Natur und grpßartige Wälder, in denen man tolle Wanderungen unternehmen kann. Annemarie und Pedro waren tolle Gastgeber und immer ansprechbar bei Fragen. Immer nett, offen und zuvorkommend. Danke dafür ;) Wir können das Haus unbedingt weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jakob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed stay close to Barào de Sào Joào

We enjoyed a very relaxed stay between Christmas and New Years Eve. The house is located in a calm rural area and we found everything we needed there. Pedro and Annemarie were also very kind and took care we didn't miss anything. For us it was also a perfect place to be with our little daughter, as there is a lot of space and things to do (f.e. visit the neighbours' donkey or the Lagos zoo). The closest village - Barào de Sào Joào - is about 15 minutes walk away. You will find the most important things in one of the small stores there. Also the Mata Nacional is nice for hiking. However, renting a car to go to Lagos or some of the many beautiful beaches is recommended. We had a great stay and will surely try to come back!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruhige Landidylle

Nettes Landhaus mit grossem Garten, sehr freundliche Betreung durch den Eigentümer vor Ort, es ist alles, was man zum Urlaub braucht vorhanden. Das naheliegende Dorf, mit zwei Läden, ist fussläufig in ca. 15 Minuten erreichbar. Wir (3 Frauen um die 60) haben uns wohl gefühlt. Einen Teil der üppigen Deko haben wir allerdings während unseres Aufenthalts in der Schublade verstaut.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

stephanie T.

Sympathique maison

Nous n avons pas eu de chance sur la météo et n avons pas pu profiter du jardin et de l espace extérieur que propose la maison. Belle pièce à vivre, et nous avons du coup utilisé la cheminée. Le propriétaire est sympa et s est montré disponible pour régler nos soucis. A refaire sous le soleil. Pour l itinéraire, chercher Pedragosa à la sortie du village Barão de São João. Tout proche le sympathique zoo de Lagos.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

vincent t.

Tres belle maison tout est bien pensé pour passer un super séjour dans ce coin campagne

Maison belle grande avec beau jardin pas loin de lagos. Top jardin , barbecue.Region top proche lagos et plages. Propriétaire très sympathique qui donne des explications et conseils. Axe d'amélioration : literie et eau chaude .
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Julia V.

Petit soucis de chaudière et de coupure d eau et électricité. Mais sinon c t parfait

Très propre
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Annemarie de Vries

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Hello, I am Pedro. I was born in the Algarve and am an avid windsurfer. I can help you get to everything from the best (wind)surfing beaches to fantastic cliff walks in the area, to great local restaurants and to where get the best olives and the freshest fish in the Lagos markets. I love to travel and look forward to receive travellers from all over the world!

Why they chose this property

It is a very cosy property as I use the house myself as well in-between rentals. My kids grew up here. You will feel at home at once, yet have all the amenities of a holiday rental.

What makes this property unique

The house is in a rural location and you feel relaxed and at peace. It is surrounded by a big garden with deck chairs, hammocks, hanging chairs and a big outdoor table to eat those grilled sardines you can make on the outdoor barbecue. Frankly, it is paradise..

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch