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

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Pool
Outdoor pool
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, travel cot
Outdoor dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
São Bras de Alportel
  • Popular LocationNovacortica Cork Factory6 min drive
  • Popular LocationMunicipal Swimming Pool6 min drive
  • Popular LocationOld Town7 min drive
  • AirportFaro (FAO-Faro Intl.)36 min drive

Space details

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sleeps 7
250 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    Bedroom 3
      Bedroom 4
        1 king bed
      Bathroom 1
        No shower or bath
      Bathroom 2
        Combined shower/bath
      Bathroom 3
        Combined shower/bath

      About this property

      Entire place

      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

      • Near the beach
      • Beach sunloungers

      Pool/Spa

      • Outdoor pool
      • Private pool

      Internet

      • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

      Parking and transport

      • On-site parking options include a garage
      • On-site parking
      • Car recommended

      Kitchen

      • Fridge
      • Stovetop
      • Microwave
      • Oven
      • Dishwasher
      • Electric kettle
      • Spices
      • Coffee/tea maker
      • Cookware/dishes/utensils

      Dining

      • Dining table

      Bedrooms

      • 4 bedrooms
      • Bed sheets provided

      Bathroom

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

      Living spaces

      • Fireplace
      • Living room
      • Dining room

      Entertainment

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

      Outdoor areas

      • Balcony
      • Fenced garden
      • Barbecue
      • Garden
      • Outdoor furniture

      Laundry

      • Washing machine
      • Near a laundromat

      Comfort

      • Air conditioning
      • Heating

      Pets

      • Pet friendly
      • 2 total pets
      • Welcoming dogs only

      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

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

      Things to do

      • Golf privileges
      • Fitness facilities nearby
      • Golf on site
      • Waterskiing nearby
      • Horse riding nearby
      • Hunting nearby
      • Sailing nearby
      • Golf nearby
      • Birdwatching nearby
      • Mountain biking nearby
      • Cave exploring nearby
      • Fishing 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

      • Unit size: 2691 sq ft (250 sq m)

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

      Children and extra beds

      Children are welcome
      Cots 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
      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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
      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 transport 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Tavira Living Science Center and Paintarena Portugal. Waterskiing 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 (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 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.?

      Checkout 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. 68 out of 74 reviews" "
      Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 74 reviews" "
      Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews" "
      Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews" "
      Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 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