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Villa With Heated Pool, Tennis Court, Jacuzzi, Games Room And WIFI
| Sleeps | 12 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 5 |
| Property type | villa |
| Minimum Stay | 7 nights |
Overview
Villa in Moncarapacho, Eastern Algarve - Luxury Holiday Villa In A Peaceful Location Close To Airport, Beautiful Beaches And Golf Courses
This large villa is divided over three floors and offers beautiful views throughout of the surrounding area. You enter at ground level where you will find the spacious lounge with a fireplace including a large flat-screen TV. There is a separate dining area with a large table which seats 12 people. This dining area has access to the terrace and is adjacent to the kitchen. The kitchen is fully equipped and of very high spec. On the lowest level is the games-room, a ping-pong table and a football table. Also here is a large flat-screen TV, so ideal for kids to spend their time, (can connect play-station etc). Outside at the ground entry level you have a very spacious terrace with stairs (can be closed off so kids can’t get to the pool), leading to the large salt water pool with roman-steps with around 5m x 12m. There is also a separate Jacuzzi/Spa adjacent to the pool.
Guestbook comments from the owner
"An excellent confortable house with lovely pool and excellent barbecue. We very much enjoyed playing on the tennis court. A great area for a holiday within easy reach of Faro airport. The beaches on the islands were beautiful with lovely swimming. Tavira is a lovely town. Olhao is interesting with wonderful markets - especially the fish market which is amazing. Lovely seafood - we recommend "O Livramento" on the front which has lovely, very reasonable food and is very friendly. Some of our party went a few times to Sagres to surf (only an hour and a half's drive). Others went downhill biking and road biking. We all visited Seville - beautiful! - less than two hour's drive. All in all an excellent location for a restful holiday."
"We had a fabulous stay- many thanks for everything. The villa was of a high overall standard and in a very convenient location for Barril, Fuzeta and Tavira."
Recommended for: families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers
Amenities
Fornalha Villa Accommodation and Amenities
- villa
- Guests provide their own meals
- Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 12
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Near The Ocean
- Rural
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Air Conditioning ...
- Fireplace
- Garage
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Parking
- Towels Provided ...
- Washing Machine
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining
- Dining Area
- seating for 12 people
- 5 Bathrooms
-
Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
combination tub/shower
,
shower
,
bidet
Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower , shower , bidet
Bathroom 3 - toilet , shower
Bathroom 4 - toilet , shower
Bathroom 5 - toilet , shower
- 5 bathrooms in total. 2 bathrooms have a bath, walk-in shower, double wash basins, WC and bidet. 2 other bathrooms have a large walk-in shower, wash basin and WC. The bathroom at the lowest level only has a shower and wash basin. Finishing very high!
- 6 Bedrooms, Sleeps 12
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 baby crib
- Description of sleeping capacity: Sleeps 12 (6 Bedrooms) Notes on bedrooms: 6 bedrooms in total. 3 are en-suite of which 2 with double beds, and 3 others with twin beds. Top 2 floors have air conditioning, climate control heating and flat screen TV. Modern style and luxuriously finished.
- DVD Player
- Foosball
- Game Room
- Ping Pong Table
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
- Balcony ...
- Deck / Patio ...
- Golf ...
- Lawn / Garden
- Outdoor Grill
- Tennis
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Heated Pool
- Private Pool
- churches
- forests
- marina
- museums
- restaurants
- ruins
- winery tours
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- horseback riding
- outlet shopping
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- deepsea fishing
- fishing
- golf
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- sailing
- scuba diving or snorkeling
- snorkeling
- sound/bay fishing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- wind-surfing
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.8/5 -
(20 traveler reviews)
Stunning Villa with Wonderful Views, Family Holiday to Remember
After spending what felt like weeks looking for the perfect villa near to Tavira I finally came across this one. I instantly new it would be perfect for our family and what we wanted.
Having visited Tavira many times before we wanted something in the area for our family of 7 adults and 2 children (age 1 & 2)
On first impressions the villa is beautiful just outside the villa of Moncarapacho, we initially struggled with the directions (due to a very early start!) but Ian from MARS very kindly came and met us and drove us in. The service from Ian and the team whilst we were out there was second to none.
The Villa is very well kept, clean and modern, it was large and bright- and very quiet. The bedrooms had ample storage and the AC was brilliant. We had the double on the top floor with a balcony and a view of the sea which was just lovely. The villa also benefited from a fantastic terrace, we spent many evenings and nights here sat drinking wine in the sun until 9pm! It really was the WOW factor. Having small children we did have reservations however there is a lockable gate and the balcony is well protected.
The pool itself we paid to be heated which was absolutely worth it! We were all in it everyday, it's a great size and the jacuzzi is a great addition. The tennis court was also a huge highlight and the men spent many a day in competition.
In the evening we visited Fuzeta, Olhao 3 times and Tavira once. Although Tavira is our favourite it was just a bit too far in a taxi. Olhao however was beautiful and we had some fantastic meals out here, and the girls loved the bouncy castles!
I have to say the service from Valter the owner has been exceptional, always answering queries very quickly. We would certainly look to book again in the future but next time for longer!
The only things we did say which would be great to see for next time would be a fridge on the very ground level for drinks so you don't have to keep going upstairs, and also mattresses for some of the plastic sunloungers. These are minor points for what was an incredible family holiday!
Thank you again and we hope to be back again in the future :)
A Wonderful Time!
Our party stayed at this villa for 2 weeks recently and had a fantastic time. We arrived early on check-in day but leaving our luggage was no problem at all. Sara from the management company gave us a tour of the villa and suggested places to go for lunch, supermarkets for shopping and places to visit during our stay.
The villa itself is lovely and suited our needs though there were a few snags that needed addressing. Once these snags were reported, Christian came around the same day and sorted the lot! The service we received from the management company was exceptional and very efficient. Any queries or issues we had were resolved swiftly and efficiently.
The only negatives for us were that there was a lack of shade outside by the pool, particularly during the afternoon where the sun shines directly at the back of the villa. There are parasols but only one person could fit within the shade at any one time so some of us were fighting over them! If there were a couple more then this would help. As it can get windy, we sometimes had to take them down as they can easily get damaged but even a freak gust of wind can also cause damage! Also, the bathroom on the lower ground floor didn't have a toilet, therefore we had to walk up to the next floor; this is just something to be aware of.
Finally, the outside tables on the terrace had a heavy sag in the middle and needed replacing. Very impressively though, these were replaced with new tables the very next day! As the outside area is where people tend to spend the most time (as with our party), it would be even better if high quality wooden tables were installed which would improve the experience even further.
Overall we had a fantastic time. Big shout out to Sara for sorting everything out for us but also to Valter, the owner, for being a great help and extremely responsive to any queries we had. Our security deposit was also returned very swiftly which was impressive. Many thanks again!
Perfect Family Villa
We stayed at the villa during August 2017 and have to say it did not disappoint. The villa was clean and well equipped. Whilst we ate out several times at the many amazing local restaurants - we also had a few meals and BBQ's as well.
The pool and Jacuzzi we used every day - we did have it heated as we had little ones with us who were in and out of the pool all day. So would recommend you do this if you want to get the most out of the pool.
The tennis court was also the source of much fun with badminton, football tournaments, tennis and not to mention a great place for the kids and their remote control cars.
Sara was extremely helpful and responded to the queries we had very promptly. Also gave us some ideas on where to visit.
Beautiful villa, in beautiful surroundings. You do need a car - but getting around is not difficult and there are many things to do nearby.
We had a mix of kids from 6 months to 11 years - and they all had a great time as did the adults. Would definitely recommend and consider for a future holiday.
The Family Holiday of a Lifetime!
I wanted to celebrate my 60th birthday with a family holiday and my husband found this beautiful villa after weeks of searching. It was perfect in every way. Fantastic location, luxurious, spacious, clean, modern, well equipped (with everything you could possibly need), and the air conditioning was excellent. The bedrooms were beautiful and so comfortable with large wardrobes with sliding doors and more than enough storage. Mine had a luxurious en suite which I loved and a terrace with great views. It also overlooked the pool which was delightful.
There were 13 of us altogether (12 adults and 1 child) and with the great facilities provided there was always something for everyone to do. From sunbathing on the loungers to playing table tennis, tennis or exercising on the gym equipment. And the pool and jacuzzi were magnificent!
The barbecue was fantastic and we dined on the beautiful terrace where we loved to watch the stunning sunsets.
The village of Moncarapacho was only a 5 minute drive away and where we got to see the real Portugal. We met some amazing local people who were so kind and friendly. We loved mixing with the locals on their Karaoke night and even joined in with the zumba dancing. Brilliant fun!!
We had my birthday celebration dinner at Antonio's and he was so accommodating, letting my family put up balloons and bunting and he even made a beautiful cake. We dined there quite a few times as the food was simply delicious. We also loved Tapas and Drinks in the square where we got to know the staff. They made us promise that we'd come back next year.
The Aqua Show Park was only a 25 minute drive away and the water slides were brilliant.
Although some of us visited nearby towns such as Fuseta, Vilamoura and Tavira (which were beautiful) most didn't want to leave the villa.
I would like to say a big thank you to Valter who was brilliant, responding quickly to any questions and to his management team Sara and Ian who were excellent. Sara quickly sorted out a few minor issues and was so helpful with our car hire. I felt so safe and secure knowing they were only a phone call away.
I would highly recommend this stunning villa with it's tranquil surroundings. I have only been back home a few days and thinking how much I would love to return.
New managment team needed.
Returned after our stay last year and coming a second time it just didnt feel the same.
We was noticing things that needed fixing. Also we was only left with the main front door key which meant that we could not double lock the doors when we went out. The management team used the excuse of "because the doors sweel in the heat sometimes they get stuck and also some prople have lost the keys which are expencise to replace."
The property is nice but does need some TLC as there are lights not working and window shutters broken. The net proveded to get bugs out of the water was broken and only replaced after it broke off the hook however it is the same net from at least a year ago.
Our group will not be returning to the property any more. 2 times is more then enough.
A great house for a family holiday.
The house was brilliant for our family age range-5-67 !
We all enjoyed the facilities, especially the swimming pool and jacuzzi , tennis court and table tennis table .Our Grandaughter loved the radios in the bathroom -as did we! The house is very spacious and kitchen well equipped. We liked the unspoiled countryside around the house and Moncarapcho is an Interesting village with reasonably priced cafes and supermarkets .Tavira ,Fuseta and Olhao authentic Portuguese towns not spoilt by tourism. A car is necessary as advised by The owner. Valter was extremely helpful and responded promptly to any questions .The MARs agents were all very pleasant and helpful .
Thankyou to Valter and to agency staff for making our stay so enjoyable ,
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Coast/Beach:
A 10 minute drive will bring you to the coastal town of Fuzeta, lying within the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve. There is a small beach on the lagoon in the town itself. Take the small ferry across the lagoon (five minutes) and you reach the miles and miles of sand, sun and sea of Isla de Armona. There is a restaurant and facilities where you land. The beach has white sand, clean warm water, and is backed by dunes - one of the very best in Europe. Most of the beach is empty even in peak season.
Travel:
The villa is situated 15Km to the east of Faro airport and car hire is essential. That will enable you to visit a wider variety of the beautiful beaches, a coastal wetlands national park and the many unspoilt towns and villages most with very reasonably priced restaurants in the area.
Distances:
The nearest town is Moncarapacho (5 minutes drive), a charming small town with all the basics: 2 good small supermarkets, market, restaurants, bank, fuel, post office, newspapers and plenty of cafe's.
The large coastal town of Olhão is 15 minutes drive away - a paradise for lovers of fish and sea food. Tavira - the cultural and historic town at the center of the Eastern Algarve - is just 20 minutes drive away.
Further Details:
Olhao is very Portuguese, very Algarvian and very un-touristic. The pedestrian shopping area winds in cobbled streets through the moorish-looking old town to the waterfront with its markets (fruit, veg, meat, deli as well as fish), its cafes’s, parks and sparkling views out over the Ria Formosa lagoons.
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Rates & Availability
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Additional information about rental rates
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
| Damage Deposit | $337.79 |
Booking Notes:
We accept payments in British Pounds and Euros by bank transfer. We require a 25% deposit when confirming booking with the balance payable 60 days prior to check-in.
Changeover Day:
The changeover day is always on a Saturday. We ask guests to vacate by 10am and to arrive between 4pm and 9pm to allow time for thorough cleaning and preparation of the villa.
Notes on prices:
Prices are per week in UK Pounds. Please note that pool heating is optional and there will be an extra charge of £175 on the top of your quoted amount for your pure letting and will be added to your final balance. There is also a £250 breakages deposit that will be returned within 14 days of departure.
Minimum stay and period of rental:
The minimum stay at the villa is a week and it can only be rented out for full weeks.
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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