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Casa da Fonte

Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Estoi, Algarve

FROM £ 1,399 PER WEEK

Accommodation

Ground Floor: Main entrance into open plan living/dining room with patio door to poolside terrace (A/C, WiFi, Sat TV, ornamental fireplace). Cloakroom (WC). Kitchen with patio door to poolside terrace (oven, dishwasher, microwave). Laundry and pantry area (washing machine, sink) leads to double bedroom (A/C) with en suite shower room and patio door to front terrace. One double bedroom with patio doors to poolside terrace (A/C, ceiling fan), Shower room. One twin room. (A/C, ceiling fan).
Outside: Electric gated entrance. Private covered parking. Barbecue. Pool side shower. Covered and uncovered terraces. Under-house games and sitting area with table football. Table tennis.
Private swimming pool (6m x 4m) with Roman steps.

Casa da Fonte is a short distance from the charming village of Santa Barbara de Nexe, and enjoys commanding vistas over the coastal plain to Faro and the glittering blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean beyond. Casa da Fonte offers quality accommodation in a delightful setting to enjoy a truly Algarvian experience.

On the road linking Santa Barbara to Loule, Casa da Fonte's gated entrance opens to intricate calçada paving that wraps around the house, interspersed with local stone and bordered with tall palms, bright bougainvillea, fragrant citrus and ancient olive. An expansive south facing pool terrace provides a privileged place to enjoy tremendous views whilst the more energetic will enjoy use of the table tennis and table football facilities.

A sophisticated and very grown up interior cleverly combines contemporary design, furnishings and décor with traditional vaulted ceilings and beautifully laid terracotta tiling. Excellent lighting, well-appointed rooms and a kitchen rich in equipment and modern appliances provide added touches to ensure an enjoyable stay.

Nearby pretty Santa Barbara de Nexe (1.6km) is home to several excellent restaurants. For local colour, head to Loulé market (6km), showcasing flavoursome produce and traditional handicrafts. The Algarve’s world renowned beaches (13km) are but a short distance away, and a visit to the charming town of Tavira, resplendent on the banks of the Rio Gilão with its ancient Roman Bridge, is a must see.

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Great Things to Do Near Casa da Fonte

It is worth taking a trip to the border with Spain at Vila Real de Santo Antonio

on the banks of the river Guadiana, which forms the border with Spain. Explore the twin castles of Castro Marim which were strategically placed to protect the settlement for many centuries.

Capture the atmosphere of Faro, steeped in history, by taking a walk around the old town,

which is encircled by medieval walls. Evidence of the rich history of the town can be found in the Museu Arqueologico including a Roman floor mosaic and a collection of Moorish oil lamps. A visit to the Cathedral is a ‘must’.

Explore the very local town of Loulé

and witness craftsmen at work in many traditions such as copper, tin, brass and wrought iron mainly in the streets around where the market is held. Other items manufactured locally are shoes, cane furniture, pottery, wax candles and harnesses. Many a fascinating hour can be spent watching the craftsmen plying their trade.

Take your budding Lewis Hamiltons go-karting

Karting Algarve at Almancil offers karts for adults and children along with other activities such as mini boats, trampolines and radio controlled cars. An exciting day out for all of the family. Located on the EN125 at Almancil. www.kartingalgarve.com. Open from 10am daily.

Birdwatching

The Algarve is a stop off point for migrating birds and as such is a haven for birdwatchers. One of the most important sites is the Parque Natural do Ria Formosa, stretching from Faro east these wetlands and lagoons are considered to be amongst the most important in Europe in terms of birdlife. Amongst the species that have been spotted are white stork, flamingo, hoopoe, stone curlew, Caspian Tern, Iberian Chiffchaff..

The delightful town of Tavira is well worth exploring

as it is considered by some to be the most charming town in the region. It is sited on two sides of the River Gilão and spanned by an elegant Roman bridge. As you wander around the narrow streets, take note of the portas de reixa, which are Moorish style lattice panelled doors.

Santa Luzia is known as the octopus capital of the Algarve

testament to which are the hundreds of covos, or pots, that can be seen stacked by the quay, ready to be used. Needless to say, the day’s catch features quite prominently on the menus of the local restaurants.

One of the characteristics of Tavira are the 4 sided roofs on the buildings

A good vantage point for looking down over the rooftops is the Castle, which is a stopping off point for the little tourist train that goes around the town.

Learn about the traditions of the area

visit the 'Museu do Traje' museum in Sao Bras de Alportel which houses a collection of traditional Algarve clothing throughout history, showcases local traditions and also provides an exhibition on the local cork producing industry.

Faro is the regional capital

and has a delightful old town, which is well worth spending an afternoon or early evening having a wander around. Stop for a drink and ‘people watch’ along the Rua de Santo Antonio, which is lined with shops, bars and restaurants.

For a day out with a difference, visit the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa

which stretches along 37 miles of coastline east of Faro from Olhao to Tavira. It was created to protect the ecosystem of the area and is an important breeding area for wetland birds.

Explore the town of Olhao

one of the most important fishing ports along this coast. The town once had close trade links with North Africa which is reflected in the many of the towns's cube-shaped houses with flat roofs and external staircases. Reward yourself with a fantastic lunch of the day’s catch at one of the many seafront fish restaurants.

The village of Estoi..

is famous for its Roman ruins at Milreu dating from the 2^nd Century. They are about a 10 minute walk out of the village. The 19^th Century Estoi Palace and Gardens (now a five star hotel), are also well known and attract visitors to see the ornamental fountains and the fine examples of traditional blue and white Portuguese tiled terraces.

Visit the Museu dos Frutos Secos in Loulé

an unusual museum, which focuses on early harvesting methods for figs, carob and almond fruit. Indulge yourself afterwards at one of the many petisseries (pastelaria) along the main thoroughfare.

Nearby

Towns/Villages

Santa Barbara de Nexe	3 mins
Loule	10 mins
Faro	15 mins
Olhao	25 mins
Tavira	25 mins
Silves	35 mins
Vila Real de Sto. Antonio	40 mins
Lagos	50 mins
Monchique	55 mins
Sagres	1 Hr 10 mins

Beaches

Quinta do Lago	20 mins
Vilamoura Beach	25 mins
Fuzeta	25 mins
Vale do Lobo	25 mins
Albufeira Beach	30 mins

Airports

Faro	15 mins
Sevilla	2 Hrs 5 mins
Lisbon	2 Hrs 20 mins

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