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Luxurious villa with private pool, in the hills, Algarve, Sao Bras de Alportel.

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72691 sq ft

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  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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  • WasherWasherWasher
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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

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São Bras de Alportel
  • Popular LocationNovacortica Cork Factory6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCostume Museum6 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Town7 min drive
  • AirportFaro (FAO-Faro Intl.)36 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxurious villa with private pool, in the hills, Algarve, Sao Bras de Alportel.

Our Mediterranean, detached, architect-designed holiday home (250 m2) is located just 20 minutes from Faro airport and 3 km from the village of São Bras de Alportel, in a wonderfully quiet valley that is part of a protected natural area. The very private villa is situated on a southern slope in the middle of cork oaks, oleanders, fig and olive trees with a great view over the surrounding hills. From the shady terraces around the house you can look at the very large, privately situated swimming pool (12x4m) with sun terrace. In the Mediterranean garden you can freely use the herbs present (rosemary, thyme, mint, marjoram, oregano). The entire garden has been laid out according to the principle of dry gardening, which means that we irrigate as little as possible, in order to prevent water wastage, and furnish the garden as much as possible with native plants and trees that feel at home in the Algarvian climate.
The entire site covers 6,000 m2.

The interior of the villa is minimalist and modern, but fully equipped. It is a split level villa with a spacious hall and large open kitchen on the middle floor, which is connected via a staircase to the lower living room with fireplace. There is a separate utility room with a large fridge / freezer.

On the ground floor there is a bedroom with a terrace, from where you can walk outside to take a dip in the swimming pool. Those who want to relax for a while can go to the lounge room, which also has a single bed for a seventh guest.

The master bedroom and the third bedroom are located on the top floor. All bedrooms (3 in total) have their own bathroom with shower and toilet. There is a fourth toilet for general use.

In addition to the spacious and well-equipped, modern kitchen with a 5-burner gas stove and oven, there is a covered terrace with a large table where you can eat in the shade. Five meters away is the outdoor kitchen with a large barbecue.

The site has enough space for various cars. House and garden are fenced with a lockable gate. Wifi and internet are free. There is satellite TV with Portuguese and a large number of international channels.

In the house you will find a large offer with tourist information about the Algarve in general and São Bras de Alportel and the surrounding area in particular. There are booklets with walking routes, information about golf courses, mountain bike routes, cultural trips and so on.

Vila Lua is the ideal starting point for hikers, golfers and nature lovers.
From the house lies along one of the many hiking trails that the Algarve has to offer.

Golf courses, sea and beach are approximately a 20-minute drive away, as is the Ria Formosa nature reserve. But the fishing towns of Tavira, Olhão, Cabanas and the city of Loulé are all nearby.
São Bras has numerous restaurants, terraces, a few good supermarkets, a weekly market, banks, in short everything you need.

Alojamento Local, numéro de registo: 20710 / AL

Property manager

Angela Houdijk

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Portuguese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Coin laundry
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed on terraces near house.

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,691 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: only with previous permission of the owner

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs are available on request at the property
Note from host: 2 babycamping beds and babychairs

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 020710/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Luxurious Villa Hills Algarve Sao Bras Alportel
Luxurious Hills Algarve Sao Bras Alportel São Bras de Alportel
Luxurious Villa Hills Algarve Sao Bras Alportel
Luxurious Hills Algarve Sao Bras Alportel São Bras de Alportel

About the area

Sao Bras de Alportel

Located in Sao Bras de Alportel, this villa is in a rural area and on a river. Olhao Harbour and Faro Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda. Traveling with kids? Consider Tavira Living Science Center and Paintarena Portugal. Water skiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Novacortica Cork Factory - 6 min drive
  • Municipal Swimming Pool - 6 min drive
  • Costume Museum - 6 min drive
  • Old Town - 7 min drive
  • Estoi Palace - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Tavira Station - 21 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tachinho da Avó Luísa - 6 min drive
  • Restaurante Avenida - 6 min drive
  • Pastelaria Dofir - 6 min drive
  • Churrasqueira Paraiso Luis dos Frangos - 5 min drive
  • Restaurante Beira Serra - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxurious villa with private pool, in the hills, Algarve, Sao Bras de Alportel. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Luxurious villa with private pool, in the hills, Algarve, Sao Bras de Alportel. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Luxurious villa with private pool, in the hills, Algarve, Sao Bras de Alportel.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious villa with private pool, in the hills, Algarve, Sao Bras de Alportel.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious villa with private pool, in the hills, Algarve, Sao Bras de Alportel. located?

This family-friendly Sao Bras de Alportel villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Novacortica Cork Factory, Costume Museum and Municipal Swimming Pool. Old Town is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 69 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 75 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 75 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 75 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lise G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Great location, great house and garden, great pool, lovely host, we recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Villa
Perfectly matched the description. Very well equipped. Couldn't have asked for better communication or support from the owner or Teresa. Nothing was too much trouble. Pool was terrific to have in the hot weather. We agree with others that you really need a car which we did anyway.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning villa
This is an absolutely beautiful villa. We were a family of 7 adults and 2 young children. Not ideal access to pool for young children and area around is rough but it was beautiful pool and we had lots of fun. It is manageable but something to be aware of which we were it is clear in villa description. Fab accommodation for 6 with kids. They provided the cot and z bed needed. Plenty of space for everyone. Teresa couldn’t be more helpful. Fully air conditioned. Sao Bras only 6 mins away for food etc. 30 mins from airport. I would stay again, it is very rural which is beautiful but if you have a a problem with insects not the place for you. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Breda McIver M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing villa
Lovely accommodation in a quiet scenic location. Nearest town sao Bra de Aportel has nice restaurants. Pool excellent too
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

antony g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa
Had a nice relaxing 1 weeks break at Villa Lua the Villa is very spacious and clean the Garden is beautiful with lovely views of the countryside. Enjoyed swimming in the pool which was much larger than most pools. Thersa the housekeeper is a lovely lady and Angela the Villa owner promptly repsponed to emails etc. Thank you Angela Kind Regards Suzanne&Tony
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Villa Lua offers great value for money. The villa is very spacious, extremely clean and well provisioned. The pool is large and well situated. The only areas of improvement would be slightly better lighting outside & the paving by the pool to be redone. Otherwise, we had an extremely enjoyable stay. Teresa was a wonderful host and made us feel very welcome & was always available for any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Excellent from start to finish. Teresa (the housekeeper) was fantastic making sure our stay was great without being obtrusive. The accommodation was as advertised with a fantastic pool which easily accommodated family of 6. Would not hesitate to recommend and genuinely hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family holiday with teenagers
We spent a week at Angela’s villa and had a fabulous time. Everything was perfect from the early booking process, to arrivals and then the stay. Angela made everything very straightforward and was a great host throughout. When we arrived Teresa and Ze kindly met us and made sure everything was in order for our holiday. We wanted a quiet break away from the busy coastline. That is exactly what we got and the villa has plenty of space, was clean with all the facilities you need. There was a large pool to relax at which was ideal for teenage children (16-19). We spent most days and evenings at the villa and took some trips to Tavira (15 mins) and Villamoura (30 mins). This villa is perfect for large groups of friends or a family. There are steps down to the pool which may not be ideal for very young children. The location is in the hills about 30 mins from Faro airport and you will definitely need a car. However the nearest large supermarket is less than 10 minutes drive away. We would highly recommend this Villa for a holiday.

8/10 Good

esther v.

Love the villa and surrounding area
Perfect hideaway for our winter break. Beautiful Vila minimalist design but Homely decorated. Lost's of seating areas outside and inside. Rural Location but only 5/10 min from Sao Bras, which has everything you need. Manager Teresa is very helpful and speaks English very well.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ian C., United Kingdom

A great holiday!!!!!
We have just enjoyed a fantastic two weeks at Vila Lua. Angela was helpful and very responsive to questions asked before booking, making the whole process much easier than it could be. Angela's local agent Teresa was great and very helpful, her suggestion of eating at Ysconderijo, a restaurant in Sao Bras, was ideal for a birthday meal! We found the air conditioned house just right for us with large rooms and plenty of features and of course the pool is absolutely lovely. The area around the pool is a bit uneven but you get used to it. The pool area is very secluded and cars on the roads next to the house are a rarity. We enjoyed visits out to Sao Bras, Tavira, Loule, Faro, Olhao, Castle Marim, Cape St Vincent and even ventured to the Spanish city of Seville. Drives into the hills north of Sao Bras show a more rural part of Portugal. All in all a great holiday in a lovely home. Thankyou for letting us stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018