Drop-dead Gorgeous Algarve Country Retreat

Luxurious country house estate for vacation rentals in the Algarve located on a 92 private hectares laden with fruit trees and private gardens.

This exquisite villa in the heart of Portugal’s Algarve boasts approximately 300m2 (3,200sqft) of luxurious tranquillity on a 92-hectare private estate peppered with fruit trees and gardens. Although you enjoy quiet seclusion around your private pool, in just 15 minutes you can be at the beach or tucking into sardines in Portimão.

The stunning 17th-century countryside retreat has remained in the same family for over 360 years. Recently renovated, the home makes a perfect VIP retreat.

Besides the main house — with 5 bedrooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, living and dining areas and staff quarters — there are two guest houses and a lovely private chapel, where you’ll find a beautiful altar crafted with traditional Portuguese carvings.

Surrounded by acres of well-tended gardens, the pool area offers an idyllic, sheltered area to spend leisurely days soaking up the tranquility, playing with the kids or dozing under a shady umbrella or centuries-old tree.

The two guest cottages are a stone's throw from the main house, each beautifully appointed with fresh, fun furnishings, spacious living/dining rooms cozy with a wood burning fireplace and TV, a small, but well-equipped kitchen with breakfast veranda and two full bathrooms.

With plenty of spaces to come together – including an area for BBQs and al fresco socializing – you may be tempted to spend your whole getaway within its beautiful confines. Enjoy leisurely walks through the vast estate full of fig, walnut and orange trees. Horse lovers will be happy to know that there is a riding centre nearby.

In these surprisingly peaceful surroundings, you are sure to experience a relaxed and memorable stay in this authentic Algarve retreat.

SPECIAL FEATURES

Swimming pool (not heated)
Surrounded by 92 hectares of private land
15 mins to the beach and access to highway
Historic building
Fully fitted and equipped kitchen
Two independent cottages each with bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, living and dining room and kitchen
TVs in all living rooms
Private chapel
Indoor/outdoor dining
Wood-burning fireplaces
A/C, heating and Wi-Fi throughout
Permanent live-in staff
On property parking

LIVING AREAS

The main house has a certain timeless elegance that brings luxury and comfort together, combining modern upholstery, contemporary fabrics and ultra-quality with carefully chosen antiques, modern artwork and standout accessories. The living room is cosy and charming with a wood-burning fireplace, super comfy sofas and elegant chairs where families and friends can come together of an evening.

The dining room has a beautiful cabinet housing traditional Portuguese pottery and served by a small but fully-equipped guest kitchen.

Outdoors provides plenty of areas for socialising. Sunset aperitifs, leisurely al fresco dinners and BBQs can all be on the menu in this lovely home. The swimming pool enjoys privacy from the main house in a quiet part of the property and has a security gate.

BEDROOMS AND BATHROOMS

Spacious and bright, each en-suite bedroom features traditional furnishings and modern, well-designed bathrooms with generous walk-in showers. A neutral palette enhances the natural beauty that surrounds creating a serene atmosphere that is both casual and relaxed.

Bedrooms are divided amongst three living spaces. Five bedrooms with individual A/C and TVs are in the main house. Two private guest houses each have a mezzanine bedroom area, a lounge-dining room and equipped kitchen.  The cabanas offer the possibility for preparing extra beds for young children or a teenager in the living room. If necessary, the rustic-luxe guest houses can be heated by a fireplace while the bathrooms have heated towel rails.

The villa’s large patio elegantly unites the main house and the annexes.

MASTER SUITE 1 – MAIN HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – King-size bed or two Twins. Living area with sofa bed. En-suite bathroom with tub, separate rain-head shower and jetted shower head in the WC.

BEDROOM 2 – MAIN HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – King-size bed or two Twins. En-suite bathroom with rain shower. Wheelchair accessible room with handrails.

BEDROOM 3 – MAIN HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – King-size bed or two Twins. En-suite bathroom with rain-head shower and jetted shower head in the WC.

BEDROOM 4 – MAIN HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – Queen-bed. En-suite bathroom with rain-head shower and jetted shower head in the WC.

BEDROOM 5 – MAIN HOUSE
Sleeps 2 – Queen-bed. En-suite bathroom with rain-head shower and jetted shower head in the WC.

BEDROOM 6 – GUEST HOUSE 1
Sleeps 2 – 2 twin-beds on mezzanine. En-suite bathroom with rain-head shower, heated towel rails and jetted shower head in the WC. Downstairs bathroom with walk-in, rain-head shower with vanity and heated towel rail.

BEDROOM 7 – GUEST HOUSE 2
Sleeps 2 – 2 twin-beds on mezzanine. En-suite bathroom with rain-head shower, heated towel rails and jetted shower head in the WC. Downstairs bathroom with walk-in, rain-head shower with vanity and heated towel rail.

ALL BEDROOMS INCLUDE HOTEL-QUALITY SHEETS, BEDDING, TOWELS, TOILETRIES, HAIR DRYERS, ROBES, TOILETRIES, MAKE-UP MIRRORS, FREE-STANDING CLOSETS, SAFETY DEPOSIT BOXES AND WI-FI.

LOCATION

Surprisingly peaceful surroundings in the Algarve, near to Portimao.

50-min drive to Faro Airport
14-min drive to Portimão
16-min drive to Alvor Beach

ACTIVITIES AVAILABLE ON-SITE OR NEARBY

Swimming, walking, cycling, horseback riding, bird watching, beach, golf, water sports, beauty spas, thalasso therapy, sightseeing, art galleries, antiquing, museums, churches, monuments, ruins, shopping, cinemas, gastronomy

ADDITIONAL SERVICES ($€£)

In-villa chef service 
Round-trip airport transportation 
In-villa spa service 
Grocery shopping service 
Tours and excursions 
Fitness personnel 
Babysitting services 
Infant equipment rentals 
Security personnel 
Translators 
Private guides 
Other services may be available – just ask! 

RENTAL PRICE INCLUDES

Continental Breakfast
Housekeeping 7 times a week
Live in staff
24/7 Ambassador service (concierge)
Itinerary planning, pre- and post-arrival
Wi-Fi

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Minimum age 8 years old
Stunning countryside retreat
Pool is unheated but gets plenty of sunlight
Bedroom 5 is near the kitchen away from the other bedrooms
A mandatory nominal touristic tax per person per night is applicable on all reservations and paid either at check-in or check-out (please inquire for specific information)
Extra beds for children can be accommodated upon request
Change of sheets once a week
Feel as if you are miles from anything but have beaches, history, cities within 15 mins
Kitchen is on the small side for large formal dinner preparation.
A security deposit is required after booking confirmation (PT0058)

STAFF AND SERVICES

Breakfast service
Housekeeper
Gardener

KIDS SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES

Kid-friendly property (kids under 9 years not allowed)