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Casa Branca
'Hand of Fatima door knockers
Living Room
Living Room
Dining Area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Santiago Tavira, Tavira
  • Old Town
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Tavira Castle
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Roman Bridge
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Tavira Historic Centre - Excellent Restored Townhouse

Charming 3 storey restored townhouse( 2009) , close to all amenities, Casa Branca refurbished and equipped to a high standard, using traditional materials. 3 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, sunny living room and large fully equipped kitchen. Broadband, cable tv and phone for free calls inside Portugal, air-conditioning/heating. (The narrow open tread stair to the bedrooms is not suitable for very young children, or people with mobility problems.)

Close to the River Gilao with its Roman bridge, the 13th century castle, and gardens, and the hilly cobbled streets home to some blue and white houses. Churches - Tavira has 37 of them. And if you need a break pop into one of the cafes in the Praca da Republic for a coffee and a Pastel de Nata. At night you can enjoy the many cultural and musical events only 2 minutes from home. Or take the ferry or water taxi to the Ilha da Tavira. Close by are other beaches to enjoy Barril, Cabanas, Manta Rota. Sta Lucia is close by with its vibrant fishing and cafe scene.

Property manager

Ann Byron
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 3
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

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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tavira

Located in Tavira, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Alvaro de Campos Municipal Library and Tavira Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Olhao Harbour and Benamor Golf. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Santiago Tavira, Tavira

What's nearby

  • Praca da Republica - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Old Town - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tavira Castle - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Roman Bridge - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Tavira Station - 13 min walk
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flavour Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Marisqueiras Marés Restaurante- Tavira-Algarve -Portugal - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gelatarias Delizia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Agua Salgada Petisqueira - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Pizzaria Mamma Mia - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tavira Historic Centre - Excellent Restored Townhouse pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tavira Historic Centre - Excellent Restored Townhouse?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tavira Historic Centre - Excellent Restored Townhouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tavira Historic Centre - Excellent Restored Townhouse located?

Located in the heart of Tavira, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Ria Formosa Natural Park and Alvaro de Campos Municipal Library. Praca da Republica and Igreja da Misericórdia are also within 10 minutes. Tavira Station is 13 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

J.C. V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place in centre Tavira
It is a nice place if you want to stay in the town centre. Parking spaces nearby. Good possibilities for trips. Bathroom has limited space.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christiane I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House in a friendly neigbourhood
All in all it was a very pleasant stay. The house is beautiful, the neigbourhood is calm and friendly. Only mind the very narrow stairs if you travel with big suitcases ;)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New year getaway
Myself and my sister thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Tavira and our accommodation. It was so centrally located we could walk to everything. Especially to a lovely coffee and cake shop around the corner. When we got there the place felt a bit cold but Ann replied quickly and we got the heating up and running quickly. It was nice and cosy. We were a bit nervous of the spiral staircase but got used to it quickly. Overall we had a great experience. We’ve already recommended Tavira to others and Ann’s accommodation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beate Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great town house
We had a great time in Tavira by this lovely town house. All was very clean and well equipped- we enjoyed having breakfast outside. Ann was quick in answering and prepared all information. We would definitely come back and recommend this place!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marielle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tavira stay
Very enjoyable - we are thin people so no issues with the curling staircase and tiny bathroom
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in the heart of Tavira
Ann is amazing as a host. The property was clean and as advertised, within easy walking distance of the town. Free parking was available within a few minutes walk. This was perfect for a short break - we even made Christmas dinner here
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet
Very kind owner. Location was nice. Loved having a washing machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felix

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property is exactly as advertised, with wonderful amenities. (Four ways to make coffee, hurrah!) Lovely space that we will rent again. The host's description about the stairs is accurate, we (in our 60's) handled them well, but that must be taken into account. The location and property WERE PERFECT for a visit to Tavira! We will rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

dorthe b., Aarhus, Denmark

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super
We were four adults in Tavira this Easter. The house is super well located close to the center, yet in a quiet area. The house is very clean and the kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. The stairs to the other floors are very narrow (55 cm.), and the bath/toilet is not large. Still, we had a lovely holiday and could easily come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Donna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tavira home away from home
This was a nice stay in Tavira. The communication was very excellent and check in was easy. The location was good and a short walk to many restaurants, the marina and bus station. The stairs to the bedrooms are very steep and difficult with luggage but we had teens so not a problem for us, but it would be for many travelers. The bathroom is very tiny but it works, just need to time out showers if traveling with several people. The kitchen was well stocked and ready for cooking although we didn’t do any. Some of the dishes were a little dirty, likely from past visitors not cleaning as well. Overall this was a clean decent place to stay if you make Tavira your home base in the Algarve. We found Ubers to be easy to use to get to other areas, but it is a fair distance so we may choose to be more mid region if we ever see Portugal again. But Tavira is very quaint and keeps its old style better than most of the other towns!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda R., Scarborough

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming townhouse in a perfect location
The townhouse is located on a quiet street within a 2 min. walk to the centre square, the waterfront and numerous restaurants. The neighbourhood feels very safe. The townhouse is clean with a home like feeling.The kitchen is very well appointed, we made breakfast every morning. There is a supermarket nearby. The air conditioning units worked very well at keeping the place cool during the heat. There is a very small spiral staircase that leads up to the bedrooms. We had no issue with stairs but this may be an issue for anyone with mobility issues. The beds were decent, excellent closet space to hang/fold your clothes. Ann, the property owner was very easy to reach and replied back to questions promptly. She also provided suggestions on what to see and do and where to eat while visiting beautiful Tavira. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Ralf G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice days in Tavira
The facilities in the house are good. There are five sleeping places on good mattresses. The bathroom is tiny at around 1.2 square meters, but offers everything you need. However, people over 1.90 have problems with the knee space in front of the toilet. The spiral staircase to the upper floors is very narrow with narrow steps. Nothing for old people, children, people with walking difficulties or obese people. The kitchen is well equipped. The market hall can be reached in five minutes and offers high-quality vegetables, meat and fish six days a week. There is a small supermarket two minutes' walk around the corner. The terrace is bordered with flower pots. In front of it there is a well-used parking lot, with entrances to other houses around it. The location of the house is quiet, the harbor, the city center and many tourist attractions can be reached on foot in five to ten minutes. We were very pleased with the welcome from the landlady.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Céline L., Montréal

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super séjour
Superbe maison très bien située! Hôte très sympathique et bonne communication par écrit! Grande cuisine très bien équipée. Merci pour tout!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert L., Purley

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4 day stay
Overall pretty satisfied, though the stairs are very narrow ( getting a big suitcase up and down is a challenge)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis L., Tampa, FL, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Just a lovely property in the middle of Tavira. The location is perfect. It is close to everything. The house is tiny but lovely. we adjusted to it. We had a couple of wonderful dinners outside. The neighborhood is super quiet during the day and at night too. Thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim B., Limerick Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay
We had a lovely time. House was compact. But adequate. Shower room was small.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Das Ferienhaus Casa Branca im alten Zentrum von Tavira
Die Zeit in dem geschmackvoll eingerichteten und gut ausgestattetem Haus haben wir genossen. Der Willkommensgruß der Vermieterin war sehr aufmerksam und hat uns überrascht und gefreut. Wir fühlten uns willkommen. Selbst im November ist durch die Möglichkeit der Heizung der Aufenthalt angenehm. Vielen Dank dafür. Mit freundlichen Grüßen Birgid Klein
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Excellent restored town house in central location
Our party (4 of us) stayed in early September, so weather still hot. The house is immaculately presented with a very well equipped kitchen, air conditioning that is fully functional and three comfortable bedrooms, one of them in the roof. The bathroom is small, but we managed well enough. A very stout person might struggle a little in it with the door closed. Plenty of towels and bedding are provided and the owner kindly left us a bottle of wine and some beer for when we arrived. Location is picturesque, down a side road with trees and traditional tile fronted buildings - very peaceful. Vasvi the caretaker was very helpful. He lives very near by and will pick up from the airport on request. He helped sort out a blocked drain outside the house without delay. The river front is a very short walk away with its excellent restaurants, cafes and ferry terminal for the beach island and river taxis. All in all, I can highly recommend it.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Monika B.

Perfectly located! Nice place to stay!
We enjoyed very much our stay in this nice house. It is perfectly located - small restaurants, shops and the ferry to the beach are all very close by the house. The house itself is clean, has three nice bedrooms, only the bathroom is very tiny. But we got along with it very well. Would love to come back in future.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Miriam P.

Fantastic little place in the heart of Tavira
A little gem in the center of Tavira. The location is excellent, you can walk everywhere in the city and the ferry to the beach is just around the corner. The Villa is well equipped with all the amenities you will need for your stay and all the rooms are a good size. It was clean and well maintained and has a seating area outside, which is lovely in the morning. Be aware that the spiral stair case is narrow and the bathroom is on the small side, in saying this the men in the group (both over 6ft) had no problem with it. We thoroughly enjoyed out stay at the fantastic price offered on Owners Direct. Ann is extremely friendly and helpful. We had a wedding to go to and Ann offered to help us in any way that she could. We couldn't have asked for a better Holiday, this place comes highly recommended. Thank you Ann, you made our trip a memorable one.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

David B.

Cozy house in exellent location
Overall we enjoyed our stay at Ann's house, and everything was pretty much as expected. The kitchen was really good for cooking, bedrooms a nice size and the actual beds comfortable. The location is fantastic, in the heart of the historic centre. Ann was an accommodating host with good advice, and her housekeeper provided excellent weekly service. With the weather during our March/April stay being a little cooler than normal, we really appreciated the ability make the house warm and cozy. One small drawback might be that the stairs and one bathroom may be difficult for a large/overweight person or children. The spiral staircase is steep, and the bathroom very small, although completely functional. However, this was not a problem for our party of four active adults.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Eilidh M.

Nice, clean and well situated. Friendly, helpfull owner
Flight was massively delayed but we were still met at site with the key. Basics were supplied along with a welcome bottle of wine. Very clean house, with a pretty well equipped kitchen. Its on 3 storeys. Ground is kitchen and living/dining area. Middle is 2 double bedrooms and a shower room and toilet. Upper is a double bedroom. The spiral staircase is very narrow and steep but there is plenty to hold onto, however, I approached it with some trepidation. It was interesting getting up there with a suitcase! Similarly, the space between the sink and the wall to allow you to get to the loo is not the largest, - I know a few folk of larger girth who would problably find it a bit tight getting up there, and then getting to the facilities. The shower is great (if again a bit neat), the bedding and towels of good quality. Ample toilet roll and cleaning products such as washing up liquid were there too, which was nice. Theres a super array of places to eat on your doorstep, but despite this it was nice and quiet here and we also found it a good base for exploring. We were texted during our stay to check if we were ok and had everything we needed, a very nice touch on the part of Ann. Very nice place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Comfortable, clean. tidy and, in terms of the town centre, a very good location
Enjoyable and worth a future visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Geoffrey & Rosemarie E., Stratford, Ontario, Canada

Spotlessly clean!
This accommodation couldn’t be more well situated for exploring Tavira and surrounding area. It’s close to the river, the market, Tavira town centre, shops, supermarkets, indoor shopping centre, bus & train stations, a couple of museums well worth visiting, a Fado music concert, and the ferry to Tavira Island. It’s a delightful area to explore on foot with its many cafes and restaurants - even in December/January we enjoyed sitting outdoors. The small fishing villages close to Tavira are delightful to explore - Casela Velha, St. Luzia, Pedro D’El Rei, Olhao, Cabanas to name a few. We found the house spotlessly clean and comfortably furnished. The hanging and drawer space in the master bedroom was excellent, the mattress very comfortable, and bed linens lovely. The kitchen was spacious and very well equipped. We would have enjoyed more space in the bathroom, but we’d rather have small and spotlessly clean than large and grubby! Our host was delightful and so helpful, as was her manager.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lars F.

Excellent house in perfect surroundings
We had a wonderful week in Tavira at the end of October/beginning of November and really enjoyed this house. The location was perfect, and the house was personal without feeling like you entered into someones private home. The kitchen was well equipped, the bedrooms spacey and the small living room just perfect. There were books to borrow, movies to watch and even a bottle of wine and a few beers waiting for us when we arrived. The outdoor table was perfect for a relaxing breakfast or a nightcap. Very short distance to the boat that took us to the beach, and all the cafes and restaurants are just around the corner.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

About the host

Hosted by Ann Byron

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We've been living near Tavira for many years, both retired architects. We owned a little house in the country near Tavira which rented for holiday lets. We fell in love with this little town house, Casa Branca, and its 'downtown' location, uniquely located in this little tree'd square, and are using it for our family and friends, and for holiday rentals.

Why they chose this property

Excellent Location, refurbished to a high standard, in a very charming and friendly neighbourhood. We love Tavira which is quite unique, little changed over the past 25 years since we have known it, and the perfect place to unwind and relax,

What makes this property unique

Location - the little square with orange trees, very peaceful and safe, close to shops, bars and restaurants, the River, and great summer events in the Praca Republica, and various churches.
Beaches - Pristine Blue flag beaches, Ria Formosa lagoon, with its unique vegetation and birdlife.
Culture - summer music and dance festivals, markets, art and exhibitions.
Food and Drink. Famous for its mediterranean diet of local fish locally sourced fruit, vegetables, olive oil, and wine. Good restaurants very reasonably priced. Come and enjoy a gourmet break.

Languages:

English, French, German, Portuguese

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