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Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room

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Villa from hillside.
Villa from below.
Lower terrace outside games room + 2nd BBQ
Lower terrace and 2nd BBQ area
One of Bedroom 1's terraces.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8250 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo Antonio Marsh Natural Reserve
    6 min drive
  • Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António
    8 min drive
  • Castro Marim Golf
    8 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    54 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room

Large well-appointed villa in rolling hills, set in 4 acres looking south west down a valley studded with carob and olive trees, carpeted with wild flowers in Spring. This wonderfully peaceful location is only 7km from some of the finest beaches in the Algarve, close to the lovely towns of Castro Marim (5km) and Vila Real (7km). Spain is 10 mins by car and Seville 90 minutes.The glorious River Guadiana and its valley is close by and a drive north takes you to the small towns, vineyards & cork oaks of the Alentejo. Monte Gordo with its lively nightlife and casino is on the nearby coast.
The villa is very well situated for those wishing to explore; or you may prefer to laze by the solar heated pool, re-tiled with new lights winter 2020/21, and to soak up the views from the various terraces, or shaded decking area where the main BBQ is placed. It is surrounded by open countryside, and is well distanced from other properties and people, perhaps relevant during Covid concerns.
The salt marshes around Castro Marim are renowned for birdwatching. As for golf, the closest courses, in order of expense, are Castro Marim, (5km),with 27 holes, Quinta do Vale, designed by Seve Ballasteros, (7km), and Monte Rei designed by Jack Nicklaus, (8km). Others within a 30 minute drive include Quinta da Ria, Quinta da Cima and Benamor. There are several more over the border in Spain.

Property manager

Richard Vallance
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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
Property Registration Number 007795/AL

About the area

Castro Marim

Located in Castro Marim, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Castro Marim Golf and Monte Rei Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo Antonio Marsh Natural Reserve and Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António. Travelling with kids? Consider Parque Zoo Municipal Prudencio Navarro and Tavira Living Science Center. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Castro Marim Golf - 8 min drive
  • Quinta do Vale Golf - 11 min drive
  • Verde Beach - 23 min drive
  • Manta Rota Beach - 27 min drive
  • Monte Gordo Beach - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Castro Marim Station - 8 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Encontro de Amigos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Café A Paragem - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪O Infante - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Alagoa - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Zé da Tasca 2 - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room located?

This family-friendly Castro Marim villa is located by the sea, 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Castro Marim Golf, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Altura Beach and Verde Beach. Cabeco Beach and Praia da Alagoa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful villa with great views
Very clean, spacious villa with lovely pool and superb views across the valley. Quiet, peaceful, clean - perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the coast further west.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gisela R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa maravilhosa
Uma propriedade lindissima e com umas vistas relaxantes. Indicada para quem gosta de sossego e contacto com o campo com todos os seus animaizinhos A Piscina é fantastica e a casa super comoda.Adoramos!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property
We had a brilliant two weeks in this villa. Everything worked really well. The solar heated pool was incredible and we could enjoy it for hours on end as it was so warm. The large games room was fabulous for the kids. We enjoyed all the various terraces and outdoor spaces and the property has been designed really well to ensure there is always opportunity to sunbathe or enjoy the cooler shade. The property agent (Luis) was helpful too. The local beaches are just stunning with gorgeous soft sand. And the local supermarkets stock all you need. I highly recommend this villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pedro F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Quinta da Lavanda
Quinta da Lavanda is a well preserved, comfortable and well equipped villa near Castro Marim and its beaches. We enjoyed particularly the terrace with the view, where we had our daily breakfast and lunches. Table tennis and foosball were a plus and we used it intensively during our stay :-) Last but not the least, there is a heated pool we couldn't resist to use even during the hot evenings! We hope to return again to Quinta da Lavanda next time we go to Castro Marim.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location, super quiet
We wanted somewhere quiet with a large pool - this met the brief perfectly. We had a few minor issues which were resolved quickly and efficiently by Luis, who is brilliant. Rooms were comfortable, and aircon everywhere made for a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Vadim S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schöne Anlage
Sehr schöne Anlage, besonders der Pool. Das Haus hat sehr viel Platz ist aber in die Jahre gekommen.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Solitude
A beautiful villa not too difficult to find initially but once you arrive all your cares disappear. A lovely pool nice clean and warm (although it could do with a pool cover to keep the heat in overnight) A games room below with table tennis, pool table, tv and kitchen wonderful idea with access directly out to the pool. A home in the countryside for a peaceful time and not too far from the beach (15/20 mins) with plenty of supermarkets along the way if you want something on your return from a day on the beach much better than I first envisaged Good shaded areas out of the sun or breeze if required Many thanks for a memorable stay. Please give thanks to Luis for meeting us after a late arrival following an airport delay he was most helpful and always available should we have required his services.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dalvina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and property
House is as described. The pictures do not do it justice. The rooms appear dark and make the furniture seem old. In reality, the rooms are very bright and the furniture is of very good quality. Unlike other villas, no expense was spared when buying settees that are not saggy and extremely clean. The kitchen appliances are also of good quality, mainly Bosch, and there is enough cutlery and crockery for a battalion. There is a second fridge / freezer in the games room and a second cooker, that we did not use. The pool is fantastic. We used it at the beginning of the season when the temperatures dipped at night and it was still quite warm. The views are stunning. Some people moaned about dogs. We could only hear them at around 7pm for no more than 5 minutes. We were far more impressed by the calling of partridges that we could spot around. Good quality bedsheets and towels, bed was a little soft but this is not a criticism, just a matter of preference. Although there were only 2 of us, lots of towels were provided and ALL bathrooms and bedrooms were ready for guests. There were lots of pans and pots, the barbecue was close to the pool. Luis, the property manager is a very nice man. Nothing is too much for him. He sorts out everything and he is a fountain of knowledge. He would come whenever needed and he will check that everything is in order, that customers are happy and do not need anything. The welcome pack was also a nice gesture. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great villa for a relaxing holiday
Beautiful villa and pool in pleasant countryside. The games room is an added bonus
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 nights in Portugal
Fantastic property and location. Really easy to visit Spain and the surrounding area.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara H., Bath, England

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful holiday
We have had a wonderful and peaceful holiday. The villa is very comfortable and homely. The pool is great as is all the various outside sitting areas so you can find either sun or shade while taking in the lovely views.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa t.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Casa extradionária mas...
Adorámos a casa, a piscina e a localização. Muito limpa, com ar condionado novo em todas as divisões e todas as infraestruturas são de muita qualidade. No entanto o check-in não correu muito bem com o Sr. Luis que se mostrou pouco simpático e empático. A casa não tem água potável, é do poço, e tem fossa. Conclusão: Adorámos a estadia. O proprietário foi excecional connosco, mas achámos que o anúncio deveria informar que ainda não têm água potável :-) Vão ter em breve :-) Obrigada Mr. Richard.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful week
This is a lovely villa with amazing views and in a very quiet area. We are three generations who spent a wonderful week here. The villa is extremely well equipped and everything was as described. Luis met us on arrival and showed us round and was very helpful. It was very hot during our stay and, apart from a couple of trips to the beach, we were all happy to spend most of our time round the pool. We also went to a festival at Castro Marim one evening which everyone enjoyed. We would recommend to anyone wanting a quiet break.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Íñigo M., Getxo

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Un diez de nuevo
Todo perfecto, la piscina, las habitaciones, la zona de BBQ, la orientación... Impecable la atención de Luis Inacio. Es la segunda vez que estamos, un 10 de nuevo.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pedro G., Porto, Portugal

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet & plenty of space
Nice choice for a family who is looking for an off-the-bitten-track place to relax and recharge batteries. Plenty of space, a nice welcoming food & drinks basket so you don't have to rush to supermarket to get the basics.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elodie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villaagréable et bien équipée
Nous avons passé un très bon séjour dans cette villa spacieuse, très bien équipée et située dans un endroit très calme. Le seul bémol (mais pour lequel personne ne peut rien) ce sont les nombreux moustiques. Du coup des moustiquaires aux portes et fenêtres seraient un plus.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

André M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing vacations
We had an amazing experience in this village. Well equiped, a lot of space and entertainment and the pool. We enjoyed every moment, specially the tranquility of having nothing but the nature around us. It's on our top list.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Els G., Belgie

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pareltje in alle rust
Super rustge ligging, van alle gemakken voorzien. Fantastisch groot zwembad. Vele leuke terrassen, goede barbecue.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
very restful
post final exam switch off. lots of rest and sun. Great place, lovely house always enjoy coming back. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house in lovely location
Stunning, well equipped home in a great countryside location. Really excellent, my family can't wait to stay here again !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

mauricio C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fijn verblijf
Mooie plek, heerlijk zwembad . Graag het huis op Google vermelden . Tip voor de eigenaar .
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Sophie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa très sympa
Conforme à la description. Très bon séjour
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olaf T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alles bestens
Wunderbares Haus mit viel Platz und tollem Pool.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Beatriz S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Perfect location and perfect pool
The location of the property along with its amazing pool where the highlights of this great property
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juan Antonio J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Una casa preciosa, muy bien cuidada y llena de detalles.
Fantástico
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

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