Old Town Lovingly Restored Traditional Family Casa 3 Large Private Sunny Terrace

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Unique..Fantastic outdoor spaces in the centre of town

Lovely sunny terrace off master bedroom, perfect place to enjoy breakfast

Enjoy breakfast on the sunny terrace off the Master bedroom

Planted garden with dining/seating for 6+ accessed directly off the kitchen

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

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Washer
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Kitchen
Outdoor space
Free WiFi

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Tavira

Old Town
‪3 min walk‬
Roman Bridge
‪6 min walk‬
Tavira Castle
‪10 min walk‬
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Fully licensed, beautifully restored 3 bedroom charming traditional Portuguese townhouse. Located at the heart & nestled on a quiet residential cobbled street, close to everything…no car needed.
“Casa Marisol” lies right at the heart of this beautiful city steeped in history & culture, described by many as a well kept secret & one of the most beautiful, unspoilt cities in the Algarve.
Experience the local vibrant cafe & cultural vibes just a footstep away. A short stroll brings you to the waterfront, with the historical landmark Roman Bridge & a short ferry ride to the superb beach of Ilha de Tavira, with its coveted EEC blue flag awarded sandy beach and hidden unspoilt naturist beach...absolutely no car necessary
Oozing charm, but with all modern updates, we invite you to relax in our spacious & comfortable home from home. Renovated to a high standard, retaining original features, high ceilings & sourcing local traditional materials including the handmade clay terracotta tiles made locally, the house lies over two floors with stairs. Ground floor with airy comfortable stylish lounge, double bedroom, which is perfect for those with mobility problems, roomy modern bathroom & spacious well equipped kitchen & dining alcove, leading directly out on to the citrus planted garden/Al fresco dining area, with large table seating the whole family & additional outdoor toilet/shower room serving the terraces.
Over the first floor is the stylish high ceiling Master bedroom, with double bed & large veranda doors leading directly onto more private outdoor terraces and relaxing chill out area..so unexpected in the centre of town. Additional double bedroom with single beds leading directly from the master bedroom, makes up the first floor. Complete with Air Conditioning, WiFi, satellite with freeview English & Portuguese TV channels & heating for the cooler winter months.
What makes this house so special is it’s location in the centre, along with the 3 large sunny private outdoor terraces/BBQ/Al fresco dining areas, enjoying sunshine and shade throughout the day on at least one of the terraces, summer & winter. Spacious proportions perfect for family gatherings, romantic getaways, ladies get together’s and relaxing holiday breaks. The perfect place to unwind, soak up the atmosphere & enjoy the long hot summers, and pleasant winter temperatures.
Located just a 30 minute drive from the airport, 25Km from the Spanish border, easy access to major roads, & boasting some of the most fabulous blue flag awarded beaches in Europe, makes the house and Tavira the perfect holiday destination and an ideal base for exploring..

“Be assured we are complying with the recommendations set out by the Portuguese Health Authorities (DGS) in respect of all cleaning /disinfectant procedures”.

67554/AL Licensed property

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The Owner

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Stairs to first floors. Cot/high chair available

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is permitted on outdoor terraces only.

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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 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 67554/AL

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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. Benamor Golf and Quinta da Ria Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cabanas Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.

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Tavira

What's nearby

Old Town - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Roman Bridge - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
Praca da Republica - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Tavira Castle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

Tavira Station - 17 min walk
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

‪Marisqueiras Marés Restaurante- Tavira-Algarve -Portugal - ‬8 min walk
‪Gelatarias Delizia - ‬6 min walk
‪Little India - ‬4 min walk
‪Ti Maria - ‬3 min walk
‪Restaurante Cad'Oro - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Town Lovingly Restored Traditional Family Casa 3 Large Private Sunny Terrace pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old Town Lovingly Restored Traditional Family Casa 3 Large Private Sunny Terrace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Town Lovingly Restored Traditional Family Casa 3 Large Private Sunny Terrace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Town Lovingly Restored Traditional Family Casa 3 Large Private Sunny Terrace located?

This family-friendly Tavira holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Tavira Living Science Center and Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church. Ria Formosa Natural Park and Casa das Portas are also within 5 minutes. Tavira Station is 17 minutes by foot.

9.4

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

4 Sept 2024

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

Wonderful

Well designed utilizing every inch of space.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jonathan H.

2 Oct 2024

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

Tavira stay

This war our first trip to Portugal.We had a great time staying in Tavira. The location of this property was amazing. We were within walking distance to great restaurants and bakeries.our only concern was that the 2nd an 3 rd bedroom are common areas no separation. There wasn’t a grill available at the property although it was listed at the time of our rental agreement.

Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Penny R.

1 Apr 2022

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

Perfect spot in Tavira.

We loved the property and where it was, just a little cold for March.

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard L., Strasbourg, France

26 Feb 2023

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

Great stay!

The apartment was excellent in every way. Very comfortable and the location can't be beat. Lots of restaurants, bars and pubs just a short walk away. People very friendly! Free parking on the street right in front of the apartment, really convenient! We will stay there again during a future trip!

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

John P.

3 June 2023

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

Disliked: Communication

Great classic Tavira home

The property was a great location for wonderful stay in Tavira. Close to everything. Provided everything we needed. We enjoyed it.

Stayed 13 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard L., Strasbourg, France

12 Mar 2023

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

Excellent!!!!!

We had a great time in Tavira. The apartment was perfect for us and in a great neighborhood with lots of restaurants, bars and shops. Everything we needed was in easy walking distance. We especially liked that we could park for free right in front of the apartment!!

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

shannon G.

20 July 2022

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

Lovely oasis in Tavira

The house was just what we wanted. We loved being so close to everyhing in town and really being part of the community. The space outside was our favorite but the master bedroom was perfect with high ceilings great linen and beautiful sunlight everyday! The kitchen was well stocked and we enjoyed a family meal in the downstairs courtyatd.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

21 Apr 2022

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

Easter stay

Well modernised property. Very comfortable beds. Not for anyone with mobility issues or young children as stairs to upstairs bedrooms and upper terrace very difficult to negotiate. Also on toilet on ground floor.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

8 Sept 2018

Brilliant House in Tavira

House is as described, spacious, clean and homely, it was perfect for us. Had everything that we needed to make our stay a memorable one. Nestled amongst the cobbled streets, Casa Marisol was located in an excellent place to explore the beautiful and charming town of Tavira. The beach is fabulous and can be reached by catching a boat from the waterfront, which is a few minutes walk from the house. Lots of great restaurants to choose from. Would definitely recommend to family & friends!

10/10 Excellent

Daniela W.

13 Aug 2019

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

Fabulous house in a great location

The house was the perfect place to stay for our first visit to Tavira. It was beautifully decorated and had everything you could need for a relaxing break. We enjoyed using the terraces, particularly the one at the end, which was the perfect place to chill out at the end of the day. Vicky was a great host, meeting us on arrival and providing loads of information about Tavira (where to go, where to eat). The goodies in the fridge were also much appreciated. We fell in love with Tavira and would definitely stay in Casa Marisol when we next return!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jeff O.

1 Apr 2023

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

What a gem!

We loved our month long stay at this cozy, charming and tastefully done home right in the heart of Tavira. Unless you want to visit other places, no need at all for a car as you can walk to everything (including the next towns!) but if you have a car, we always found easy parking right out front. So many fantastic restaurants and beautiful sights just outside the front door. We loved the great outdoor patio spaces in this home and it was also very quiet. Do keep in mind that there is no bathroom upstairs with the primary bedroom, but we adjusted quickly and the extra little outdoor “powder room” was perfect when enjoying the patios. Our host Vicky was such a pleasure and super on top of any question. And the sweet Portuguese neighbors on both sides were extra special and made us feel right at home.

Stayed 28 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Navin C.

23 Feb 2020

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

Very comfortable stay

Well planned, spotlessly clean and very well equipped property in a quiet street with lovely old tiled houses. Vicky the property owner was very helpful and really organised with suggestions on what to see and she responds very quickly. Tavira is beautiful and picturesque and a great place for a relaxed stay. The house is only a few minutes walk from the centre, restaurants and the ferry to get to the beach so very convenient. Has a nice terrace to sit and enjoy a meal in the sun. It is a townhouse (2 bedrooms upstairs and bathroom, kitchen and another bedroom downstairs) and the space is used really well- very deceptive from the outside! The stairs to get to the two bedrooms on the 1st floor are quite steep and jutting so not ideal if there are very young children about - it was not a problem for us however. A great stay and would highly recommend both Tavira and Casa Mirasol!

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

olivia l.

23 Apr 2014

LOVE THE HOUSE

Knowing Tavira well and having visited many times in the past, this stay was one of our most memorable visits. The house was in a great location and was just minutes easy walking distance to all attractions. The house was lovely and clean, something that we always look for, furnished beautifully, well maintained and very well equipped, a real home from home. We especially enjoyed the open spaces and terraces which the property has to offer and which we have never had in a house of this location before. We enjoyed many a good BBQ and made the most of the sunshine which seemed to shine on at least one of the terraces all day. Although the property has a great central location, we were never disturbed with noise, having lovely sleepless nights in the comfortable beds. The owner provided a good, helpful and efficient service right from the first email enquiry and the contact was also vey friendly, willing and helpful with any questions that we had. We had a most enjoyable stay and the property was all that we expected from the description and more!! Would have no problem at all recommending the property to friends and family. Thank you for some great memories. Look forward to return visit in the future.

6/10 Okay

Lori R.

1 Apr 2019

Tavira townhouse stay mid March

The location is very good, within walking distance to everything. The house is quaint but was a little disappointing in the beginning. We picked this house because it had 3 bedrooms and 2 washrooms as we were 3 friends traveling together. No where in the description does it say that one of the washrooms with shower is outside and in March with below 10c at night, this room was not really usable. It also should be noted that yes there are 3 bedrooms, however, the main floor accessible one has no window, the other two are up a very tight steep staircase. The 2nd bedroom is a lovely bright room but the 3rd bedroom has only a 12 inch skylight that doesn’t open and in order to access it you go through the 2nd bedroom. For a family with kids that would be fine. But for individuals it’s not ideal. And for anyone with knee problems this house has a lot of steep and narrow stairs which wasn’t an issue for us and adds to the quaintness. It has lovely outdoor sitting areas. Overall we really enjoyed our stay in Tavira but would not stay here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gayle M.

31 July 2024

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

Wonderful location

Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irene J.

22 Oct 2022

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

Hyggelig og sentral leilighet

Hyggelig leilighet hvor det er flere uteplasser. De to største soverommene med dobbel seng ligger i 2. etg. Bratt og smal trapp ned til 1.etg. hvor badet er, kan være en utfordring.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Billie B.

10 Sept 2022

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

Great

Love Portugal

Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Marion B.

24 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Schönes Haus mit Nachteilen

Positiv: Gute Lage, schön restauriert, geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Dusche und Klimaanlage funktionieren gut. Negativ: Ziemlich dunkel: 2 Schlafzimmer ohne Fenster, Küche zwar mit Tür zum Innenhof, aber auch ohne Fenster. Das zweite Badezimmer ist eine mit Duschvorhang abgetrennte Nische im Innenhof. Täglich von morgens bis abends Baulärm, da ein Haus in direkter Nachbarschaft derzeit entkernt wird. Der Krach hat unseren Aufenthalt erheblich beeinträchtigt, daher nur 2 Sterne.

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Inês P.

21 Aug 2021

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Boa experiência

No geral foi uma agradável surpresa. Mas um quarto de banho é pouco para o número de pessoas que alberga

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Mary-Jane D., Grimsby, Canada

26 Nov 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Tavira

The house was in an excellent location, clean and there were masks and gloves available if we needed them.

Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Agnès P.

30 July 2020

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

Excellent séjour

Jolie maison traditionnelle joliment rénovée et décorée. Elle se situe près de nombreux services (ferry,restaurants, supermarché...).Quartier calme. La maison est très bien équipée. Nous avons passé un agréable séjour à Tavira.

Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Annemieke K.

23 Oct 2019

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

Fijne plek in de stad/loveley place in the city

Wij verbleven met twee personen in het huis en dat is prima. Een van de slaapkamers ligt achter de hoofd slaapkamer en is alleen op die manier te bereiken. In deze kamer is ook geen raam wat open kan (benauwde ruimte). Houd er wel rekening mee dat er geen toilet boven is en dat je daarvoor een steile (stenen) trap af moet naar beneden. Volledig uitgerust huis (keuken, sanitair en veel gezellige plekjes). Leuke (kleine) binnentuin. We zijn hartelijk ontvangen en wegwijs gemaakt in Tavira door locatiemanager Julie. Dat maakte ons verblijf extra aangenaam. *** We stayed with two people in the house and that is fine. One of the bedrooms is behind the main bedroom and can only be reached in this way. In this room there is no window that can be opened (tight space). Keep in mind that there is no toilet upstairs and that you have to go down a steep (stone) staircase. It's a fully equipped house (kitchen, bathroom and many cozy places to sit). Nice (small) courtyard. We had a warm welcome by property manager Julie. She showed us the way around in Tavira and helped us with all our questions. That made our stay extra pleasant.

10/10 Excellent

Derek O.

28 Sept 2019

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

Lovely house in excellent location

House was as described and comfortable. Two sets of stairs/steps are steep and of stone/tiled so care required on them. Otherwise very happy with the house, the welcome. Location wise it lived up to the description in that it was a couple of minutes walk to the main square and eateries - we had some very good meals in Tavira - and access to shops, supermarkets and local market also only a couple of minutes on foot. Walks to salt pans and short boat trip to beach on Tavira island enjoyable experiences in themselves. Surrounding area has lots to offer and drive into Spain is short and direct. Even went to Seville for the day! Local people so friendly and helpful to.

10/10 Excellent

Shaun K.

4 Apr 2019

Enchanting house with bags of personality

Spent a week at this enchanting house with bags of personality. Excellent booking process, with quick response from owner patiently answering all of our questions. As we had an early flight, the host took the time to ensure that the property was prepared and ready for our arrival, and the early check in was a bonus, as was the warm welcome. Everything worked as it should, WiFi , English t.v Channels, and the heating was a welcome addition for the cooler nights. The house had everything that we could possibly need, even beach towels. The kitchen was well equipped, but we ate out at many of the great restaurants close by. Recommendations were spot on! We were fortunate enough to get a couple of days use of the beautiful relaxing terraces and the space suited us perfectly both inside and out (mixed group of 5 adults). Would highly recommend Casa Marisol to family and friends. Thank you for an incredible stay.

10/10 Excellent

Pat P., United States

16 Mar 2019

Loved our stay in this perfectly located and decorated and decorated property.

We spent 3 weeks in this quaint house in Tavira. It had 3 outdoor spaces to relax in addition to the 3 bedrooms, living room and kitchen/dining area the home provides. The house has one large bathroom and a second half bath outside off of the lower patio which would be the most useful during the warmer months. It is perfectly located a short distance from both the town square and the new mall as well as a short walk to the river. A grocery store is also just a few blocks away. Many shops and restaurants are also within easy walking distance. Julie the property manager was a wonderful help and resource throughout our stay.

Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2019

About the host

Hosted by The Owner

We are a Portuguese husband and English wife team who frequently visited Portugal for holidays. We chose Tavira to settle and raise our family, as not only was it my husbands birth place, but also one of the most beautiful and family orientated places we had ever visited. The children settled and adjusted to life in Portugal immediately and have all been educated locally. My husband is in construction and I am forever finding him little jobs to do. Our Tavira house project started out as one of these little jobs..

Why they chose this property

We immediately fell in love with the house. It was in a bad state of repair, but had such great potential and such a unique feel to it. Something that we couldn’t let slip by was the chance to own a part our family culture and heritage and the great opportunity to conserve this for future generations. “Just a lick of paint” is the phrase I remember using to convince my husband to buy. In reality we replaced everything, all that remained was the original outer thick clay and stone walls, designed to keep the property cool in summer and warm in winter, and it’s amazing historical location which can never be taken away. The renovation was a joint family effort and has been described by our family and friends as a true labour of love..

What makes this property unique

We consider ourselves to be very priviliged to own a part of the Historical Old Town, the perfect central location is an asset that can never be taken away from the house. During renovation we made the decision not to destroy this unique property by converting it into separate apartments as many do, but to keep the original size and structure with it’s unique outdoor spaces, capturing sun & shade all day long..Perfect for accommodating family get together’s and friendly reunions. Renovated to a high standard, constantly maintained and updated with all modern living conditions, yet retaining many original features..charming, beautiful and comfortable. We used locally sourced traditional materials like the handmade clay floor tiles and high wooden ceilings. It is a true representation of the unique atmosphere that Tavira still retains. By keeping it’s unique charm we are hopefully capturing the essence of Tavira and its lovely warm & welcoming locals and it is this, along with it’s great central location, large proportions and amazing outdoor spaces, friendly locals yet lovely and quiet..that makes our home in Tavira a very special place to stay

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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