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The majestic staircase and poolside from which to relax and admire the views
Private kitchen
Property grounds
Pool
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Picota, Faro District
  • Loule Town Market
    9 min drive
  • Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course
    14 min drive
  • Vila Sol Golf
    15 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    28 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong

Villa Cortina is an impressive rural hideaway with stunning panoramic views set in beautiful countryside, well stocked with flowers and shrubs in very large landscaped gardens, including a good-sized pool, putting green and table tennis. It is situated only minutes from the bustling market town of Loule, with tourist attractions, shops/pharmacies etc., and the world famous resorts of Quinta do Lago and Vilamoura with their fabulous sandy beaches. The villa is WiFi enabled and has three double bedrooms, all with superb views, three bathrooms, a large living room, a newly fitted kitchen and a large new flat-screen Panasonic TV. Air-conditioning is included to the bedrooms for comfort. The villa benefits from an alarm system for your peace of mind for when you go exploring the local restaurants and nightlife! The gardens and grounds are maintained to a high standard by our team of gardeners. The ever popular putting green, and table tennis area, amidst hard and soft landscaping, offer entertainment for our active and not so active guests. There is an outside bar adjacent to the putting green which we call 'hole 19' where a cool drink awaits the players. The slight breeze is so nice on a very hot day and the terrace with umbrella provides respite from the midday sun. Time to top up your tan safely! The swallows swoop in low over the pool taking insects in flight and are wonderful to watch during the day. The sparkling lights on the horizon as dusk falls are mesmerising as they flicker and bob in the night air. Cortina is truly a magical escape from the daily routine back home and one we shall continue to enjoy for many more years to come.

Property manager

David Selfe
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Garden is enclosed. High chair for hire if req'd

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please discuss with owner

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please do not smoke in any room in the villa
Earlier check-in times can be arranged in advance. The villa is wheelchair accessible via the back door.
Children must be supervised around the pool area and on the balcony area at all times.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number 92148/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Loulé

Located in Loulé, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Vilamoura Marina and Balaia Golf Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Falesia Beach and Praia dos Olhos de Água. Travelling with kids? Consider Karting Almancil, or check out an event or a game at Vilamouratenis Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Picota, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Aqua Show Park - 14 min drive
  • Vilamoura Marina - 18 min drive
  • Balaia Golf Village - 18 min drive
  • Praia dos Olhos de Água - 22 min drive
  • Falesia Beach - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 12 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante O Retiro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Palacio do Piri Piri - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Snack Bar Adiafa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Retiro do Camponês - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bistro Oasis Club - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Loule Gypsy Market, Loule Town Market, and Loulé Municipal Market. Loule Castle and Mother Church of Sao Clemente are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Graham S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Cortina
As a family of 6 we had a fabulous week in Villa Cortina which sits on an enormous plot inland from the coast. The Villa is a great size with a really large comfortable lounge/dining area and a very well equipped kitchen & utility. There are 2 bedrooms and a large bathroom on the first floor with a master bedroom & en suite on the ground floor. There is a third bathroom with shower also on the ground floor. Everything worked so well - the all important Wi-Fi was excellent and the showers were powerful and hot. We enjoyed watching a bit of the Olympics on the tv which has every channel you can think of. The real beauty of the place is the outside space - ping pong, darts (in the outside bar area) and the putting green were great fun. The pool is deep and large. The BBQ was used every night as we ate under the stars. There are loads of supermarkets nearby and Loulé is a lovely little town to visit. The coastline is a little over-developed in places but there are some beautiful little beaches to be found. A Car is absolutely essential. The villa is away from everything and the perfect place to chill out in the sun.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gareth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peacefull haven
Great location, great facilities, air conditioning in bedrooms made for comfortable nights.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

laura v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique séjour en Algarve
Nous avons adoré notre séjour à la villa Cortina . Tout était parfait. La maison , la piscine , le jardin . Endroit très calme et très bien situé pour visiter l’Algarve. Les petits plus de cette maison la climatisation dans les chambres , les moustiquaires, notre hôte a plein de petites attentions ( serviette de plage, conseil resto,…) très bonne communication et la maison a tout le confort. Nous recommandons à 100%
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relax
The house is nestled along a hill and offers incredible views and beautiful silence. The pool was perfect and the extras (table tennis & putting green) kept our child busy. The kitchen was well equipped. In addition the home was close to the beach and other activities. The communication with David and Bill were impeccable. Thank you for providing the ultimate relaxation experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances de rêve à Picota
Nous avons passé une semaine fantastique dans cette magnifique villa de Picota dans un décor enchanteur: le jardin d’arbres fruitiers, la vue sur les montagnes, les multiples terrasses nous ont ravis. Les lits sont très confortables, la cuisine est très bien équipée et nous a permis de cuisiner de .bons petits plats dégustés sur la terrasse de la piscine en admirant la vue champêtre. Les lieux sont d’une propreté impeccable. Le seul hic, c’est la route en colimaçon pour se rendre à la villa située en haut des montagnes mais ce petit désagrément est vite oublié tant la vue est magnifique.😁Carole
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Haus
Das Haus war wunderschön und auch die Außenanlagen schön, sehr groß und gepflegt. Die Anlage bietet Tischtennis, Darts und Minigolf. Es ist alles da was man braucht. Bill und seine Frau sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereite Menschen. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sind schnell mit dem Auto erreichbar- ein Mietwagen für die Aufenthaltsdauer ist allerdings zu empfehlen. Falls das Wetter am Haus mal nicht so gut sein sollte, lohnt sich eine Fahrt zu den nächstgelegenen Stränden. Wir konnten es nie glauben, aber dort war strahlend blauer Himmel und keine Wolke.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandrine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Merveilleux
Superbe villa avec une vue magnifique.Au calme. Chambres spacieuses avec clim et moustiquaire.Très propre.Tout était parfait. Je recommande
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

carlos p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacances. 2023
Superbe villa !! Nous avons passé 15 jours au top ! Tranquillité ! Belle piscine !! Vue magnifique Tout était parfait !! Nous y retournerons avec grand plaisir !!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr
Wow! What an oasis! Tranquil location. Close enough to shops but far enough away to have peace. We will definitely rebook this Villa towards the end on 2023.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family holiday
Fantastic secluded villa with stunning views thoroughly enjoyed by the whole family will return to the villa again. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dirk H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Es war einfach spitze immer wieder.
Das Haus hat einfach alles, die Ruhe war super aber man war schnell überall. Wir werden den Urlaub und das Haus nicht vergessen. Danke Dirk
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hillside heaven
Loved our stay here, beautiful views and breeze in the hills above the algarve coast. Very peaceful spot and vast plot of land with plentiful seating and dining areas. Close to Loule which has a fab market and some excellent local restaurants. Bathrooms and kitchen were particularly new and modern. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Villa for family holiday
We had a fabulous week at Villa Cortina. The pool was just perfect for the 6 of us and the surrounding grounds of the Villa are huge. Plenty of room for sporting activities including the putting green and table tennis already there. The Villa is really comfortable and provides everything you need for a perfect family holiday. We would definitely recommend Villa Cortina!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christoph E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr schöne Villa mit tollem Aussenbereich und Pool
Insgesamt eine tolle Location, welche viel Platz bietet. Drei schöne Badezimmer, große Küche, Schlafzimmer alle mit Klimaanlage. Der Pool / Aussenbereich ist riesig und wirklich schön angelegt. Einzige Schwierigkeit war das Finden des Objekts - kein Navigationssystem kann dies mittels der Adresse finden. Mit der vorab gelieferten Wegbeschreibung gehts, ich würde aber dem Vermieter raten, die genauen GPS-Daten der Location mitzuteilen, um die Suche zu vereinfachen. Ohne Mietauto ist man auf verlorenem Posten, da die Villa relativ abgelegen ist. Insgesamt aber sehr empfehlenswert, wir haben die Zeit dort sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

scott d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing holiday in beautiful surroundings.
We had a lovely 2 weeks at Villa Cortina. The property was very clean and well equipped. It was lovely having the maid come and change the bedding during our stay. The gardens have many different places to sit and enjoy the view. Communication with the owner was excellent. We would definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lars A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Härligt hus
Vi trivdes jättebra i huset och hade fantastiska dagar. Huset låg ganska avskilt men passade oss bra.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything you will need and more.
Excellent property fully equipped, very quiet a car is needed though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross B., Belfast

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Villa, Great views.
Our family had a relaxed time at this villa, wonderful pool and grounds in a quiet rural setting with amazing views from the terrace. Communications with the owner were straight forward.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

João R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
summer 2021
We think the main gate should be automatic and the kitchen could be better equipped (ex. Lacks a blender), the outside area is quite enjoyable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

wauthier d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mooi huis met veel faciliteiten
Aangenaam huis met zeer veel faciliteiten (zwembad, pingpong, minigolf,...).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa is beautiful, everything that you would ever need. Perfect in every way.
Excellent communication with the owner. We took two small dogs and a teenage. Beautiful location, no neighbours near by. Nothing to complain about at all. Will definitely return. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

B C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer 2020 Getaway
We stayed at the villa for five weeks during summer 2020 and it was a great stay. David was very helpful with the coronavirus travel uncertainty. The villa was spacious with a beautiful garden in a tranquil countryside location - and the kids loved the pool!
Stayed 35 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carleton M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Throughly enjoyed our stay, highly recommended.

10/10 Excellent

Rene E.

pleasant stay
We spent two weeks at Villa Cortina and had a very pleasant stay. Everything worked, the location is peaceful and within easy reach of supermarkets and beaches and right in the center of the Algarve so you can easily explore the Eastern and Western Algarve.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Trevor S.

Lovely Holiday
This property is in a quiet location with magnificent views. It has a good size swimming pool and other facilities, including min golf and table tennis. The Villa is kept clean and tidy by a maid who comes twice a week and the grounds and swimming pool are also maintained weekly. Nearby is Vilamoura, which has a variety of restaurants and an impressive marina. Would stay there again and recommend to friends.

About the host

Hosted by David Selfe

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We are Rosemary and David who fell in love with Villa Cortina 20 years ago. We live in Surrey and work full time in the hospitality industry, in two private members' clubs, which we enjoy immensely. We grew up in the south of England and have always enjoyed spending time near the coast. Rosemary's parents operated a hotel in Charmouth in Dorset, in the heart of the Jurassic coastline, whilst I spent every holiday with my parents in a caravan on Hayling Island. We also let out a holiday home in Charmouth which sleeps 9 and is only 7 minutes walk from the beach. It is great fun for children to explore as it is a Regency property laid out over 7 floors. Our two cocker spaniels love running on the beach and frolicking in the water.

Why they chose this property

The picture shows the two of us celebrating Rosemary's 60th birthday in 2016. We invited friends from our village in England and we held two parties over a weekend, the first at a restaurant on the beach on the Saturday and the second at the villa on the Sunday. This is such a special place for us as it holds so many memories of the good times we have had at Cortina. Rosemary knew that this was where she wanted to have her special birthday party. We had a band and fireworks and we even performed a play which I wrote especially, charting the story of Rosemary's career in hospitality. Family and friends shared in this memorable occasion. So much fun!

What makes this property unique

We come to Portugal regularly and combine holiday with thoughtful enhancements to the facilities. In 2016, we installed a brand new kitchen and refurbished a shower room. The gardens and grounds are maintained to a high standard by our team of gardeners. The ever popular putting green, and table tennis area, amidst hard and soft landscaping, offer entertainment for our active and not so active guests. There is an outside bar adjacent to the putting green which we call 'hole 19' where a cool drink awaits the players. The setting is fabulous and the views spectacular. We meander through our well-stocked and flourishing gardens that our comprehensive irrigation system keeps looking good all summer long. The slight breeze is so nice on a very hot day and the terrace with umbrella provides respite from the midday sun. Time to top up your tan safely! The swallows swoop in low over the pool taking insects in flight and are wonderful to watch during the day. The sparkling lights on the horizon as dusk falls are mesmerising as they flicker and bob in the night air. Cortina is truly a magical escape from the daily routine back home and one we shall continue to enjoy for many more years to come. Take the opportunity and visit our dream home on the Algarve, a short journey from Faro airport. You will never want to leave!

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English, French, German

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