If you have the pleasure of staying at Villa Vitor, all you’ll really need in this Algarve family holiday home are your flip-flops and your bathing suit. The villa’s pool is an absolute delight – dominant and sparkling and with a kiddie’s pool attached, is perfect for families with young children. And it’s not just
What is striking on arrival to Casa do Ludo are the magnificent pine trees which soar above the roof of the villa. Tropical palm trees and a luxurious well kept-lawn add opulence to the massive 10,000 square metre expanse of enclosed gardens. The tennis court and 10 x 4 metre swimming pool round things off
It is not uncommon that in coastal holiday hotspots you have to venture inland a little to find true tranquillity and peace. You’ll certainly find equanimity at Casa das Lajes, nuzzled in the heart of the beautiful and unspoilt Serra da Caldeirao in the Algarve. In this picturesque spot nature dominates your surroundings as the
When driving through the beautiful and charismatic towns and villages of the Algarve, asides the dazzling whitewashed buildings another construction style stands out, house facades adorned with tiles of various designs and colours. Given their stark contrast to the traditional whitewashed exterior, you can’t help but find these funky looking houses quite surprising. Living in
When it comes to villas possessing a Mediterranean ‘feel’ Villa Gomes in the Algarve is surpassed by little. Set in two acres of fertile gardens, the discerning visitor can truly relax in a place of great tranquillity. Being well secluded, this is a perfect private villa in the Algarve. Shades of white and terracotta dominate
When you stand on the sandy beach at Nazare it looks just as a good beach should – a long expanse of pristine golden sand stretching as far as the eye can see, enveloped by the deep blue ocean. But if you’re asking where is the best place to surf in Portugal, Nazare could be
As you walk along the seafront of the Algarve at Christmas time one thing that is notable is the maze of Christmas lights, which drape and sparkle over the palm trees. Initially you may think that this doesn’t look right because there is a distinct lack of snow and fir trees. Despite Xmas lights looking
With its sandy beaches stretching on for miles on end, year-round sunshine, some of the most enviable golf courses in the world and picturesque towns and villages radiating history and culture, it is safe to say that there are plenty of reasons to visit the Algarve. If however you are taking the kids abroad and
Cruise the Algarve on the Santa Bernada – A 500-year-old caravel replica! If you are staying lucky enough to be spending time in the Algarve this summer, then you may want to try out something different. One way to fulfil yearnings for adventure is to embark on a historical yet refined exploration that is brimming with
Quinta da Aroeira is a beautiful old farmhouse-style bungalow set extensive and well-stocked gardens of a fertile and lush region of the Algarve close to the traditional town of Carvoeiro. The restored farmhouse for rent on the Algarve is delightfully airy with plenty of room for four people to spread out and make themselves feel at
