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Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13270 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Manta Rota, algarve
  • Manta Rota Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Altura Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Monte Gordo Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL

Licence no. 11362/AL Stunning 6 bedrooms fully air conditioned villa with outdoor pool, ( which can be heated ) situated within the village of Manta Rota, 12km from Tavira and 12km from Vila Real de Santo Antonio. Close to all amenities and only five minutes walk from the superb sandy beach. The villa is within a few minutes drive of five superb golf courses, including the new Jack Nicklaus,Monte Rei course. The villa has a unique Spanish style 'hacienda' courtyard at the front of the house, a lovely terraced garden of vines and fruit trees, and a beautiful 8 by 4 metres outdoor heatable pool. (There is a fee for heating the pool of £100 ) The house has additional terrace areas with views over the village and towards the sea, and is luxuriously furnished throughout its six bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, large living room , together with a large kitchen/dining room. There is also a covered games area with pool table and darts and a table tennis table.
The owners live nearby and are on hand to assist in anything that you may require, from general information to recommendations of restaurants, and places to see and visit.


The beautiful Ria Formosa!: The Ria Formosa in the Algarve is a beautiful labyrinth of lagoons separated from the sea by a coastal dune system which is broken up by various natural inlets. It is one of the most important nature reserves in the network of wetlands that links Europe and sub-Saharan Africa. The Ria has an enormous variety of natural habitats that provide refuge, feeding and breeding areas for an infinite number of flora and fauna and is a haven for birds.

The beaches of the isles of Faro, Barreta, Culatra, Armona and Tavira form a natural barrier to the Ocean. Behind are the dunes, sometimes just a narrow strip and sometimes wider and then come the labyrinth of lagoons and small sand islands and channels. At low tide other salty habitats are uncovered forming marches and salt marshes.

Golfers note!: If you're looking for a golfer's paradise, then look no further than the Algarve for your ultimate golfing experience.
With it's brilliant, sunny climate and dramatic courses throughout the region, it's easy to see why the Algarve is the most popular golfing destination in Europe.
There are over 30 golf courses in the Algarve, ranging from 9-hole courses stretched over the Algarve grassland, to dramatic coastal 18-hole courses set amongst the picturesque cliffs.
This makes golf here enjoyable for everyone, regardless of ability, and guarantees that you will find the perfect course for you.
The East Algarve boasts the wonderful Monte Rei course, designed by Nicklaus, Quinta do Vale course designed by Ballesteros,by the river Guardiana, as well as QUinta da Cima, Ria, Benamor and Castro Marim.

Athletes and sportsmen note!: Casa Betel is within 12 kilometres of the renowned Vila Real de Santo Antonio Sports Complex,one of the most highly regarded centres in Europe. The complex is a high performance training centre accredited by the IAAF and is recognised by the Portuguese Olympic Committee as an Official Training Centre.The mild climate of the Algarve, combined with the natural surroundings of pine forest and beach, is conducive to improved performance by athletes. The complex at VRSA and the golden sands of Monte Gordo attract a number of professional teams and national squads to the region for warm weather training. A huge number of sports are catered for. Whether you are preparing for an important event or simply looking to have a well deserved relaxing warm weather training break with friends, VRSA is the ideal location to prepare for competition or to simply wind down.

Property manager

Andrew Derrick

Languages

English, Portuguese

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
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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
The pool can be heated between March 1st and November 30th. Clients must put the cover on at night. Excessive electricity use may result in charges.
If the client requires the pool between march 1st and november 30th, to be heated, there is an additional cost of £100 per visit.

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 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 11362/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Vila Real Santo Antonio

Located in Vila Real Santo Antonio, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cabanas Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park, while Tavira Living Science Center and Casa das Portas are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Parque Zoo Municipal Prudencio Navarro, or check out an event or a game at Santo Antonio Sports Complex. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Manta Rota, algarve

What's nearby

  • Manta Rota Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cacela Velha Beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Altura Beach - 12 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Verde Beach - 16 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Monte Gordo Beach - 22 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Vila Real Santo Antonio Cacela Station - 8 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chá Com Água Salgada - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪A Camponesa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Pizzaria Mamma Lucia em Vila Real de Santo António - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪O Finalmente - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Pé na Água - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL have a pool?

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

Is Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stunning 6 bed villa with heatable pool, 650m to beach. licence no. 11362/AL located?

This family-friendly Vila Real Santo Antonio villa is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Manta Rota Beach and Praia da Lota. Altura Beach and Cacela Velha Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km). Vila Real Santo Antonio Cacela Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 113 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 113 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip
Fantastic property, loads of space for 8 lads on a golfing trip would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends golfing holiday
The property was perfect for our short break. Ideally located and all facilities excellent. Wished we were there for longer and hope to return another time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for family holiday
An enjoyable stay at this lovely villa. Heated pool was a highlight. The place is well equipped and in a great location for the beach and supermarket. Some basic provisions (bread/milk/water) might have been nice on arrival as we arrived late in the evening, but overall this villa was a great location for a multi-generational family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bren F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely villa casa Betel near the beach.
Very spacious villa with a great pool. In such a great area. Every aspect of the logistics from how to get to the villa and finding the keys to the villa was efficient .
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nola S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family holiday
The villa met and even exceeded all expectations. The pool and outdoor eating area was particularly outstanding and we thoroughly enjoyed our barbecues. Easy walk to stunning beach, shops and restaurants
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Luxury in Manta Rota
The villa has everything that both families or groups of friends need to make their visit enjoyable. The layout is superb and all the necessary comforts are included. We will certainly be staying again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property
Relaxed stay in property that met all our expectations
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicola B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely family holiday!
We have just arrived home from a wonderful week at Casa Betel villa! A family of 11, between the ages of 3 and 62, the accommodation suited all of our needs perfectly. The pool was perfect for the children to enjoy safely and the pool heating was such a huge bonus! The location is great, walking distance to shops, restaurants and the beautiful local beach. Would recommend to anyone looking to stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer Vacation
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the property.
Stayed 42 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family holiday
Everything about the villa was lovely. Only one criticism - many of the sun-beds and garden chairs were broken. If these could be replaced - it would have been perfect. Thank you so much.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M., Norwich

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely holiday
Fantastic property and central to everything. Very well equipped and Andrew was really helpful. Beach only 10 mins walk with many restaurants and shops just a walk away
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Manta Rota
Lovely property, close to beach and main town. Well equipped, the heated pool is gorgeous.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blair O., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Manta Rota. Our host, Andrew, was very responsive to any queries and was we quick to respond if we needed something. The villa is a short walk to the beach and a shorter walk to a fun local pub. All amenities are within walking distance.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Villa
We had an amazing time even if the weather was not as Sunny as we expected. The heated pool saved our holiday due to the weather and everyone really enjoyed themselves. A rental car is a must as there is so much to see and do around the area. Andrew was on hand if we had any issues. Would definitely recommend and go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Delightful property with easy walk to restaurants, grocery stores and the beach. We had zero issues that required fixing and enjoyed the nicely heated pool every day.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erika J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible home!
We had our family of 10 stay very comfortably & thoroughly enjoyed our week! It is charming and has plenty of room for all of us. Hosts were wonderful… responsive and helpful! The highlights were Old Times restaurant which is a short walk from the house, sea kayaking into the sea caves and a day spent in Sevilla Spain which is only an hour or so away! We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family villa.
We stayed in early spring and the weather suited us perfectly, not too hot but warm enough to enjoy the outdoors. Glad we paid to have the pool heated at this time of year. Nice layout of villa for a mixed family group. We enjoyed playing pool, darts and table tennis. The local area was very quiet at this time of year which was lovely. The local food is very fish and shellfish orientated and was beautiful. Day trips out to Tavira and Vila Real de Santo Antonio were highlights. Thankyou Andrew and Else.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth I., London, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular!
This beautiful home is exactly as advertised! We stayed as a multi-generational family of 11 and had plenty of spaces and supplies for everyone. There were plenty of lounge chairs around the pool and the warm temperature of the pool was welcome in March. The beds were comfortable and the number of bathrooms amazing. We walked to the beach and boardwalk daily and ran on the beach. The supermarket, restaurants, butcher and bakery in the village were wonderful. The people were very kind as we tried out our Portuguese. We look forward to returning regularly!
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Bibi P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location and nice warm pool
Close to shops and restaurants. Very nice bar/restaurant around the corner (Oldtimers). It was not very clean and we missed a basic kit to clean in between. Also strange that you had to rent bath towels extra. Swimming pool was nice and warm. Good contact with the host family alert and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Villa in a lovely seaside location
Everything about the property and location was excellent. 6 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms were more than enough for our group of ten. We did Yoga on the terrace in the morning and evening and spent the day in the heated pool. The beach was just a 9 minute walk away and there were 2 local restaurants just steps away. The location was so quiet we all slept well and we cooked every night in the well designed kitchen which had everything we needed. There were enough sun beds for us all. A wonderful stay thank you and we will be booking again
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Lori B.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Check-in
Cats
There are wild cats and dogs barking for the first two nights of our eight nights stay. We contacted the owners after day two thinking day one was just an anomaly and they advise that they have never heard of that in 18 years. The pool maintenance person said that there were cats all around the area and the Workers a couple houses down sad cats are wild. Looking from the top balcony, you could see shanty town of animals was really unattractive, and there were groups of cats that I thought during the day.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gerald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Beautiful location
We had some difficulty in finding the house,locals were not even sure of the location but. Once found is easy to locate. There were troubles with the power,it went off a dozen times, electrician came three times before it was repaired,also a pipe broke and had to be replaced so we were without hot water for two days. But saying all that, once Everything was repaired we had a wonderful vacation,location was great and restaurants were terrific.
Stayed 35 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
I stayed at Casa Betel with 5 friends and the villa truly exceeded our expectations. Wonderfully spacious with lots of bathrooms and gorgeous garden and pool area. We particularly loved the heated pool and outdoor eating area. These were all cleaned and tidied on the Friday of our stay but it didn’t take long. We didn’t have a BBQ but maybe next time! We loved that the kitchen was well equipped too, although we thought if we were cooking for more people we may have struggled with the single oven. The dishwasher and washing machine were so handy. Location wise, it was quiet (but we were in off season). Other reviewers said beware of the cockerels but they didn’t bother me and the sheep were cute. Loved Santa Rota itself. Not at all built up or too touristy. A few nice shops and restaurants (I’m sure more open in high season). The beach, sand dunes and boardwalk were all glorious. All in all a perfect ladies get away, I’m sure we will be back! Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Villa
The villa is lovely and is in a great location, almost everything was perfect. Just a couple of very small things that prevent a 5 star review. The pool cues needed replacing,there was no chalk and the outside lights in the courtyard did not work. This meant that it was not possible to make proper use of the games advertised on the listing as you could not play in the evenings due to light.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison L., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A special and wonderful place to stay.
Casa Betel was a dream to stay at. We were 8 family members staying for 2 weeks over Christmas and New Year's. The house exceeded our hopes and was wonderful for us. It is very spacious and well laid out, and has everything you could possibly need. Extremely well supplied, comfortable and homelike. We enjoyed outdoor time in the garden with the pool and mandarin tree, made freshly squeezed orange juice with fruit from the tree, wonderful meals at the spacious dining table and the beds were comfy and bathrooms modern. All was super clean. Andrew and Elsie were incredibly responsive and helpful. they even delivered a turkey to us, ordered from a local butcher. The village was so charming, with a local grocery store, cafes and restaurants all within a block or two's walk. The village is well located and close to many places. We drove to Seville for a day, only a l.5 hour's drive. The beach is spectacular and a five minute walk. Christmas Eve sunset at the beach is a memory we will not soon forget. We highly recommend this house and hope to be back.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Derrick

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Both Else and I worked in London for many years before deciding to seek warmer climes! We have two grown up children, now working in London and have been managing properties in the East Algarve for over seven years. We live nearby and are available for help or advice during you stay here.

Why they chose this property

We bought Casa Betel in 2005, initially as the house for us to live in. As a result, the house has a very 'lived in' feel with our own pictures on the wall, a piano and other personal items. The East Algarve is wonderfully portuguese. It is a beautiful place to come at all times of the year. In summer it is very warm and almost always with blue skis and sunshine. The winters are also sunny and with temperatures during the day of 16 to 18 c it is extremely pleasant. Of course there are also far fewer people and it is wonderfully calm and peaceful.

What makes this property unique

The house has a private heated swimming pool.

Languages:

English, Portuguese