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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Vila do Bispo, Faro
  • Castelejo Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Martinhal Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Salema Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Portimao (PRM)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Casa da Praia Algarve - Cosy Former Fishermen´s Cottage Close To Beaches.

Welcome to Casa da Praia Algarve – Your Home Away From Home!!

Escape to our charming former fisherman’s cottage in the heart of Vila do Bispo! This cozy retreat blends traditional charm with modern comforts, offering the perfect setting for a relaxing beach getaway. Nestled in a picturesque village, you're just minutes from breathtaking coastal trails, stunning beaches, and the authentic Algarve lifestyle. Whether you're here to surf, explore, or unwind, our unique cottage is your ideal h base.

We can not wait to host you!

Our modern designed 2 bedroom cottage with free high speed wifi is perfect for a beach break.
Luxurious touches such as a rainfall shower, a cosy corner for reading, and a beautiful modern kitchen area make it a great place to unwind.
It's perfectly located in the centre of Vila do Bispo in a quite street, where you'll find a small supermarket for groceries, a bank with ATM, and plenty of places to eat out near the house. The closest beaches are Cordoama, Castelejo and Barriga at a few min drive from the house.
The self-catering cottage is close to the local farmers market, shops, bars and restaurants so you don't need to go far for your daily fresh bread, fruit or to go out for a meal.
It was completely refurbished with a new kitchen, bathroom, new furniture etc... and has plenty of accommodation. Curling up with a book in the sitting room, is a great way to get in the holiday mood. Start the day with coffee and honey cake, enjoy a day at the beach or exploring the sights, then finish the evening relaxing in the seating area.
The Casa da Praia Algarve portfolio has been personally developed by myself I am interior and landscape designer who has lived in the Algarve for more than 15 years.
The cottage is scattered with unique and eclectic pieces, gathered from my travels from around the world.
Share a meal cooked in the peace of the house or venture out to one of the many local restaurants and bars.
For quieter evenings and undisturbed relaxation, you'll find a selection of board games and TV.
Looking for a vegetarian dining options, a vineyard or where to find almond and fig orchards? Hoping to catch a glimpse of a wild boar or a dolphin? Yearning for a hand-woven blanket or a handbag made from cork?
The property has a folder contains a sampling of our personal favourites - places to go, things to see, what to buy and what to eat.

I live locally and is available to help with any problems or questions.

How nice is that .... The beds are made and there are enough towels in the closet. The house is equipped with hand, tea and dish cloths, herbs, dishwasher tabs or dishwashing liquid, hand soap, soap, , coffee, tea, sugar, garbage bag and also the first roll of toilet paper is not lacking.
No stress ... .. you have vacation! Good food, a good glass of wine, a dip in the sea, cycling, walking or just nothing at all. We hope that you quickly feel 'at home' and enjoy

Welcome to Casa da Praia Algarve!
www.casadapraia-algarve.com

House size: 52 m2

Living area:

Seating for 4 people

Dining area:

Dinner table for 4 people

Kitchen:

Gas oven – hob
Fridge – Freezer
Toaster – Kettle – Filter coffee machine
Washing machine – Iron – Ironing board

Bedrooms:

Bedroom 1: double bed (140 x 200 cm)
Bedroom 2: 2 single beds (90 x 200 cm)


Bathroom

Shower – toilet – sink

Outdoor area:

Table and chairs for 4 people
BBQ

General:

Wifi 250 MB upload- 250 MB download per sec
Flat screen TV
Safe
Hair dryer
Heating (wood burner)
Beach toys
Safety amenities: fire extinguisher, fire blanket, smoke / CO2 detector, first aid kit, safety signalisation
Parking free of charge 10 m from the house

Services

Check in: 16 h
Check out 10 h
Personal travel guide
Bike rental available
Yoga on demand
Surf board rental available
High chair and cod rental available
Beach towel rental available

House rules

No pets allowed
No smoking inside allowed
No parties


Rental includes
- Towels, bed linen, gas, water, electricityTV, internet and end cleaning service.

Available on request.
- Beach towels (5 euro per towel), baby cot with bed linen (5 euro per day), high chair (5 euro per week)
These extra services are reserved based on a payment and on availability.

Guest Access
Total access to the whole cottage, it’s all yours!

Interaction with Guests
We are at hand if you need us.

The Neighborhood
Vila do Bispo is a small town with older, typical Algarvian houses clustered around the 16th century church. It's set in Costa Vicentina National Park, and close to the Park de Floresta tennis and golf course.

When to come
The Algarve is an all year round holiday destination.
If you're not tied to the school holidays, the spring and autumn months are a lovely time to be here, and of course, much quieter than high summer.
Even December and January can be warm and sunny although the evenings are often chilly. Not all the restaurants and bars stay open in winter, but there is still plenty of choice, and a warm welcome.

Getting around
You will find everything you need in the village but you will need a car if you want to explore the area.

Distance Lisbon - VIla do Bispo = 320 km
Distance Faro - Vila do Bispo = 85 km

Pets not allowed. Smoking inside the property not allowed.

Please note this is our precious home and strictly not a party venue.

Our property is always open for guests. We like to keep it clean and uncluttered, such as you would expect in a good hotel space. But it is not a hotel - it is a home we like to share with you if you stay.

We want Casa da Praia Algarve to feel like your home away from home. Please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. We are here to guide you and enhance your trip.

Property manager

Casa da Praia Algarve

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children maximum 2 years, 4 guests max incl child
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Events

No events allowed
No parties allowed.
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Pets

No pets allowed
Full deposit is kept when pet has entered house.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking inside the property is not allowed

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
Note from host: No parties allowed.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector 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 1

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vila do Bispo

Located in Vila do Bispo, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Praia da Luz and Porto de Mos Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Wavesensations - Sagres Surf School & Camp and Carrapateira Land & Sea Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring.
Map
Vila do Bispo, Faro

What's nearby

  • Castelejo Beach - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Martinhal Beach - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Salema Beach - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Cabo de Sao Vicente - 14 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Burgau Beach - 22 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Lagos Station - 24 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snack-Bar Zig-Zag - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Snack Bar Caravela - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Bar Ribeira do Poço - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Izzy's Market - Vegetarian Boutique - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Convívio - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Casa da Praia Algarve - Cosy Former Fishermen´s Cottage Close To Beaches. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa da Praia Algarve - Cosy Former Fishermen´s Cottage Close To Beaches.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa da Praia Algarve - Cosy Former Fishermen´s Cottage Close To Beaches.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa da Praia Algarve - Cosy Former Fishermen´s Cottage Close To Beaches. located?

This family-friendly Vila do Bispo cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Cordoama Beach, Castelejo Beach and Hermitage of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe Chapel and Barriga Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and comfortable charming accommodations
Loved the small town and easy access to the market, grocery store, beaches and restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nannette R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good Value
We found this property in a nice location, with much to see in and around the town. It was clean and nice but not equipped with more than one toilet paper roll. Aldi is right around the corner. Super cute decor, comfy beds, and easy parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carlos S.

Very good option for spending some time in a very quiet and typical place.
Everything as expected and described by the owner. I recommend for anyone that want to be away from the confusion in a very well decorated and nice house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

t s.

Spacious and comfortable, perfect location
This cottage was superb and had everything we could have possibly needed. It is the first privately owned place we have stayed where the towels, bedding and bathroom supplies were of such good quality, as was the plentiful terrace furniture, small things, but make a difference. Everything was very smooth at check in and check out. Would highly recommend this property!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Nicky G.

Charming cottage in great location; and a short drive to the west coasts best beaches
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. With 2 small children it had everything we needed to be comfortable. Although small, it was ideally located in a charming village and a short drive to the most amazing beaches. We spent a week exploring a different beach each day returning to the cottage for dinner and bed. Wonderfully relaxing, can't recommend it enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

4/10 Poor

Penny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Fisherman’s Cottage
Communication was impersonal and the amenities were not accurately described. There was no hot tub as listed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

h h.

Great house, with exceptional service!
Brilliant service - even left a bottle of wine for my girlfriends birthday. Nice touch by the owner. House was very nice. Lots of tips where to go and eat out. Brilliant service from the owner before, during and after our stay. Thanks a lot.

10/10 Excellent

Katharina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little apartment
We were very happy when we entered as it was exactly how it was portrayed online. Overall, it was very clean. The kitchen is quite spacious so we enjoyed cooking and preparing meals. The cabinets smelled a little but that’s probably due to the house‘s age. But the kitchen offers everything you need. We used just one bedroom. This one had a big window you can open to get some fresh air, the other room just has a small window on the roof. The outside area is small but really nice and private, we had all our breakfasts there. Check in with a keybox was super easy. The location is also nice, we had a car we could park easily in the surrounding area. All in all we had a pleasant stay. .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

friedel s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ok
Ok
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A R.

Truly outstanding house in great location
After a very nice stay in Tavira and its region i arrived in this beautifull part of Barlavento. Land of the barlavento: superb. What a great arrival i had in your house in Vila do Bispo. Anne you are a great host! I had put my suitcase down and straight away i started to discover the house and how functional the house is. I adored the costa st Vincente. I left with a very good feeling and my head full of memories of this wonderful area and this wonderful house. I took the road to Lisbon along the coast and that was the cherry on the cake of my stay in the Algarve. Thank you for letting me stay at your house it has been superb.

4/10 Poor

Ulrike T.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Check-in katastrophal
Im Schlafzimmer keine Nachttischlampe, keinen Schrank, keine Ablagen Im 2 ten Schlafzimmer , nur eine Dachluke, kein Schrank, keine Ablage Ein Kleiderschrank im Wohnzimmer für 4 Personen Im Badezimmer idem keine Abstellmoglichkeiten Die Lage ist super und der Ort sehr schön
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super
Alles tiptop
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Heike L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Alles in Allem Perfekt
Kleine Minuspunkte gibt’s für das sehr kleine Bad und kleine Schlafzimmer Es gab keine Ablage Möglichkeiten dort bzw. Schränke, nicht einmal Platz für die Koffer! Der Rest der Wohnung ist geräumig und sehr sauber Im Ort gibt’s es alles was man braucht, Supermarkt, Bäcker, Restaurants etc Jedoch um zum Strand zu kommen und Ausflüge zumachen ist in dieser Gegend ein Auto unabdingbar!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

anonymous ..

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best vacation house ever
The property is ideal for a stay in the quieter part of the Algarve. It is ideally located and very tastefully decorated. Everything has been thought of take make your stay as hassle free as possible. A fantastic, relaxing 10 days. A fantastic property, lovely area and great host. My family and I are going back to that home sooner or later!.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

anonymous ..

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location. Beautiful area.
Loved this cottage! It was very clean and spacious and in the perfect location for our family holiday. It was close to the surf beaches, excellent coastal walks, lots of birdlife, and in a lovely peaceful location. The owners were very easy to communicate with, and kindly arranged for a few groceries to be bought in for us ready for our arrival, along with a complimentary bottle of wine. Lots of visitor information provided, and great selection of information in the house.. Excellent kitchen. Very happy with our stay - would definitely recommend and would use again!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

anonymous ..

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay.
Lovely restored cottage with very nice decoration. Clean and spacious enough for our family of 4. The kitchen is well equipped. We loved the quite location. The host is very helpful and quick in communication with us. We recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Five Star Accomodations at a Five Star location
A group of friends trekked to the southern tip of Portugal for relaxation and fun. We landed in the Vila do Bispo region of the Algarve at this beautiful cottage. This house fully accommodated our group. There are no words to describe how beautiful this accommodations was. Everything about the house was clean, nicely renovated, well laid out and very functional. When we walked into the village for the first time, we could not believe how lucky we were to stumble upon such a gem. But I would be remiss if I did not mention our outstanding host. She was fantastic. She welcomed us to the home with open arms, explaining every detail of the house and its functions and giving us an overview of the area and its customs. On the occasional time that we had a question, the owner was responsive, communicating with us regularly and quickly. Overall, I would recommend this property to anyone and I would recommend any property that this owner owns/manages. She is fantastic as was the house. We hope to visit here again in the near future.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen R.

Nice holiday.
A very convenient location for exploring the south and western Algarve coasts. The cottage is very comfortable, and just as pictured. An left lots of materials to help us find our way around, and her restaurant recommendations were perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Almut S.

Tolles Familienerlebnis in der herrlichen Westalgarve
Wir haben im April wunderschöne Familienferien in Vila do Bispo verbracht. Die Dorfstruktur ist erfreulich Hotel-frei und ruhig. Mehrere unverbaute malerische Strände sind in wenigen Minuten mit dem Auto zu erreichen, wo es auch Surfequipment zu leihen gibt. In Vila do Bispo gibt es Einkaufsmöglichkeiten (grosser Lidl, Apotheke, Metzger, kleine Lädchen) und mehrere Restaurants. Das Ferienhaus liegt in einer Nebenstrasse, absolut ruhig, ist recht klein und sehr schön eingerichtet. Die Vermieterin hat uns persönlich und sehr herzlich empfangen. Wir haben und sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephan S.

Perfektes Domizil für Strandurlaub an der Westalgarve
Geschmackvoll renoviertes Fischerhaus in Vila do Bispo, einem kleinen, funktionierenden Dorf. Die Markthallen mit Bäckerei, kleinem Supermarkt und Metzgerei befinden sich in unmittelbarer Nähe. Im Ort selber gibt es eine Reihe guter Restaurants. Von Vila do Bispo aus sind die vielen schönen Strände sehr gut mit dem Auto innerhalb kürzester Zeit zu erreichen! Unsere Familie (mit 2 Kindern) hat den Aufenthalt dort sehr genossen!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peronne P.

Perfect stay
We've had a lovely stay in Vila do Bispo. The cottage is spacious enough for a family of four. Just missed our host as we were a bit delayed but all was prepared for our stay. An runs her business 'Casa del Praia' in a very professional way and the cottage we stayed in had lots of information and tips for activities in the region. Wishing you all the best An and hope to be back one day. Péronne
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D.

Lovely stay
This was a wonderful place to stay for us, for peace, quiet and the chance to relax and have beautiful walks in the country. It was just like the photos, nothing was exaggerated, and had even more amenities than were shown. An was welcoming, made us feel at ease and even left some little welcoming gifts! The place was comfortable, very clean and extremely well-equipped, so it was easy to feel at home. The village is quiet, has restaurants hidden away, and an organic market as well for those who want to cook. We have already recommended this place to friends, it was very enjoyable. Thank you, An!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Claudia S.

Very cool & stylish in great location
Wir hatten einen sehr schönen und entspannten Aufenthalt in dem schnuckeligen und sehr hübsch eingerichteten Häuschen von An. Das Dörfchen liegt mitten im Nationalpark und ist noch nicht so vom Tourismus heimgesucht, wie die die Nachbarorte. Thank you for the very nice stay! :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alistair A.

We hope to return.
An was very welcoming and met us at the flat to hand over the keys and say hi. She showed us where everything was kept and gave us some top recommendations for places to visit, restaurants to go to and what is best avoided. An had also prepared very helpful local guides with beaches, local sites, food and drink to check out. We took these with us on our day trips and they were great. We had a lovely few days here. The house is clean, light and perfect for two people. We would recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet, relaxing place from which the whole Algarve national park is very accessible. Also, Ribiera do Poco is less than 100 metres away and served some of the best fish I've eaten, and fresh perceves. We hope to return!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tobias S.

Super
Wir haben den ersten Urlaub mit unserer kleinen Tochter im Casa da Praia sehr genossen. An ist eine sehr nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin und hat uns einen tollen Empfang bereitet. Das Haus ist schön eingerichtet und wirklich sehr gemütlich, sauber und mit allem ausgestattet, was man braucht. Auch Babyausstattung konnten wir buchen. Es ist zentral gelegen mit Restaurants und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten direkt um die Ecke. Und mit dem Auto kommt man schnell zu den verschiedenen Stränden. Ende Februar war es bereits angenehm warm und bis auf ein paar Surfer menschenleer. Definitiv zu empfehlen!

About the host

Hosted by Casa da Praia Algarve

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The Casa da Praia Algarve portfolio have been personally developed by my self. I am an interior and landscape designer who has lived in the Algarve for more than 15 years.
All properties in the portfolio are scattered with unique and eclectic pieces, gathered from travels around the world.
Casa da Praia Algarve will be your home away from home and you will love the locations.
Our properties are always ready for visitors. We like to keep it clean and uncluttered, such as you would expect in a good hotel space. But it is not a hotel - it is a home we like to share with you if you stay.

Casa da Praia Algarve!

We look forward welcoming you!

Languages:

English