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Villa Guia

Guia, Algarve

FROM £ 1,700 PER WEEK

Any day arrivals outside of July and August - please enquire

Accommodation

Ground Floor: Entrance hall. Living room with patio door to terrace (Sat TV, WiFi, A/C). Steps down to dining room with patio door to terrace. Kitchen (oven, dishwasher, microwave) with door to side terrace and barbecue area. Double bedroom (A/C). Twin bedroom (A/C). Bathroom. Principal double bedroom with en suite shower room (A/C).
Outside: Gated entrance. Private parking for several vehicles. Enclosed grounds with fruit trees, lawn and wild land. Barbecue. Washing machine. Small, gated roof terrace.
Private swimming pool (9m x 4m) with roman steps. Poolside shower

Refurbished from the ruins of an original Algarvean Quinta and sitting in a substantial plot of around 3000sqm, Villa Guia is a charming traditional house enjoying a wonderful situation. Privately tucked away in the countryside, the property remains within easy striking distance of all amenities (restaurants 1km, supermarket 1.5km) as well as beaches such as Salgados, Galé and Manuel Lourenço - three of the most attractive on this celebrated coastline.

Constructed over one level, the property is well proportioned with accommodation flowing easily from one room to the next encouraging easy living. Décor throughout is bright with comfortable furnishings and good facilities. The kitchen is large and well equipped, the living room equally spacious and, in common with all three bedrooms, is individually air conditioned.

Surrounded by lawn and ample sun terracing the private swimming pool with Roman steps sits in substantial grounds dotted with oleander and mature olive trees. Both lawn and roof terrace look out, across a natural landscape of olive and almond trees, towards Armaçao de Pera with the Atlantic Ocean peeping over the top of low hills in the near distance.

World famous for its vast range of attractions and family-oriented activities, the Algarve is home to such tempting diversions as ‘ZooMarine’ (1.3km), the sand sculpture village (4km), waterparks (two are within a 25 minute drive), many spectacular golf courses and a seemingly endless list of gorgeous beaches renowned for their cleanliness, golden sand and good facilities. Anyone seeking the livelier side of the Algarve should head for cosmopolitan Albufeira (a 20 minute taxi ride).

This is a no smoking property.
This accommodation does not accept groups of young adults (up to 25 years).

Property Licence No. 109457/AL

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Great Things to Do Near Villa Guia

The village of Guia

is renowned for the number of restaurants famous for serving the typical Algarvean dish of chicken piri piri. Naturally, they all claim to be the best but you can be assured that they are all very good and represent excellent value for money.

Visit some charming inland villages

Alte is a popular village with white washed houses and narrow cobbled streets. Explore the charming little shops and then relax in the shade with a picnic by the Fontes and have a refreshing swim in the freshwater pool.

Visit the attractive fishing village of Ferragudo

which sits at the mouth of the Rio Arade, on the opposite banks to Portimao. Very much a working village, the quayside is dotted with fishermen's huts, artisans' workshops and a sprinkling of excellent fish restaurants. The nearby sandy beach of Praia Grande is home to an excellent windsurfing school. Narrow cobbled alleyways wind their way uphill to the impressive church with great views.

Try sardines along the quay at Portimao

freshly caught and simply served with salad and local wine. Explore the narrow streets of the old quarter with their fascinating shops, some specialising in leather goods.

Play Golf!

The Algarve is renowned for the quality of its golf courses, offering challenges for every standard of player. There are over 30 courses along the length of the region.

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.

The whole family will enjoy a day at Aqualand water park

Located on the EN125 at Alcantarilha, close to Armaçao de Pera. Open daily from June. www.aqualand.pt

Wine tasting

Visit the Quinta da Miradouro winery near Guia to sample the Vida Nova wines specially produced for Sir Cliff Richard. Tours are available but must be pre-booked. Visit www.winesvidanova.com or if you simply wish to purchase you can visit Cellar Door Shop.

Go Dolphin spotting!

Take a boat trip to experience dolphin watching with Dream Wave (Albufeira Marina). www.dreamwavealgarve.com

Needing some retail therapy?

Visit the Algarve Shopping Centre, on the EN125 at Guia. As well as a great variety of shops, there are bars and restaurants for those who need a little respite from carrying those heavy shopping bags and to rest those weary feet. Open daily from 10am till late.

Visit the World of Sand

This international sand sculpture festival is usually held between May and October. Reportedly the biggest sand city in the world, this fascinating and spectacle will amaze all members of the family! There are sand sculpture activities for children and it is illuminated by night. Located on the EN125 between Porches and Lagoa, opposite the Noel International School.

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'.