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Perfect Villa for Rent near Faro, Portugal

Large Private Pool

Your perfect private villa for rent, originally from 1914, just finished renovation, with the result of a nice balance between modern comforts with original details. With the use of beautiful, high quality materials, this villa is an ideal place to spend your holiday in the Algarve. Various open spaces, with modern furniture, spacious bathrooms and very well-equipped kitchen. The large private pool and garden, gives lots of privacy.

Located near Bordeira which is a little Portuguese village, just behind Faro, the capital of the Algarve. Close to white, sandy long stretched beaches and the best golf courses of the Algarve.

Two ensuite bedrooms, one double, the other have twin beds, and a single bedroom that sleeps 5. For extra guests we have a sofa bed, that sleeps another two.

Totally you can sleep with 7, plus two baby beds for the young ones!

July and August: 1870 euros, all inclusive.

Please have a look at slideshow underneath for more pictures.

Contact me for more information and availability.

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Festival Med – 5 day Music Festival held in Loule (24 – 28 Jun 2009)

The best of the Mediterranean comes to Loulé in the Algarve every summer for a music, dance and arts extravaganza. Festival Med welcomes renowned world music stars from Morocco, Spain, Italy, Greece and Portugal for this cultural concoction.

This is a fantastic event, especially for tourists seeking versatility in what the Algarve lifestyle can offer. Additionally to great music, expect to see plenty of other forms of art including hand-crafts, dance performances and street theatre. For 5 days, the historic surroundings of Loulé will tempt you with scents from traditional cuisine from each of the countries taking part in the event.

The MED festival, organized by Loulé Municipal Council, plays host this year to some well renowned music figures, including the Orquestra Buena Vista Social Club ®, La Notte della Tarranta feat. Stewart Copeland and Horace Andy & Dub Asante.

Orquesta Buena Vista Social Club

 

Music, or more specifically World Music, forms the basis of the festival and, after six editions of the event, definitely takes pride of place at the MED. Apart from the two main stages, there will be a further three secondary stages where promising artists will be performing.

To further entice you with this annual event, Festival Med has also been nominated into the category ‘Best Cultural Events’ at the Gala of Events 2009. Decked out with its’ multicoloured decorations, Loulé opens welcoming arms, inviting you to this 5 day festival for you to enjoy during your stay within the Algarve… expect it to be one of the events of the summer!!

Click this previous posting to find out more about the area of Loule itself http://algarvehousing.net/news/2009/03/11/loule-place-to-be/

When:

24 – 28 Jun 2009 (annual)

Where:

Loulé

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Algarve, Great Place to Stay in Portugal, Villa near the Beach

Burgau Beach
Burgau Beach

Algarve is a great place to stay, to spent you holiday and Algarve Housing has a nice villa for rent near the beach, in the centre of Burgau, between Lagos and Sagres.

Casa da Praia, is a basic 2 storey villa, has 4 bedrooms, a private little pool and is 1 minute walk form the beach in the centre of Burgau.

Master Bedroom
Master Bedroom Casa da Praia

Burgau is a friendly and peaceful fishing village, ideal for families, nature lovers and walkers. Nestled on the edge of a national park, still a working fishing village, and watching the boats bobbing on the moonlit waters, makes Burgau a place you will never forget.

Casa da Praia
Casa da Praia - Open kitchen

Burgau and its unique charm is the village ability to appeal to everyone, regardless of age or interests. People who have been once usually come back time after time. It has an X factor that has to be experienced.

Heading west from Burgau, the next village is Salema. There’s an interesting coastal road from Burgau, or an alternative access route down an old river valley from the main road. Facing the glorious beach is a small jumble of restaurants and an occasional shop. The old village extends eastwards up a cliff-hugging road. There are several other beaches along this stretch of coast, most with a beach bar and all of them accessible by road. Surfers are recommended to try ‘Boca do Rio’ or ‘Zavial’.

Do you want to know more about Casa da Praia, please contact me for more information and availability.

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Algarve Villa rentals- Special Offer!

Algarve Housing, rent fantastic holiday homes in the the Algarve, the most southern part of Portugal. All our rental properties have private pool and gardens.

All of us are more budget conscious this year, especially when looking at our holiday options. However, there really is no need to compromise, as you can still get a wonderfully authentic, relaxing and sun-soaked holiday for next to nothing. Just look at the space, privacy and luxury you can find…

We have a few Special Offers for YOU!

Casa Lavender, 3 bedrooms, through out a/c,  between Silves and Messines

May and June: 750 euros/week

August: 1250 euros/week


Foz do Banho, 3 bedrooms, situated on the beautiful mountain of Monchique

May and June 25% discount


Villa Ribeira do Banho (sleeps upto 14, all en-suite) walking distance from picturesque Caldas de Monchique.

May and June 25% discount


Quinta Castelo, sleeps up to 12, looking out over castle of Silves.

29 August- 5 September 1390 euro for up to 6 persons


Casa Antiga, situated in picturesque village of Salir, close to Loule, sleeps up to 8;

September and October, 20% discount

Please contact me for more information.

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Luxury Villa

Algarve Luxury Villa for Holiday Rental Portugal

Luxury Villa For rent Algarve

Casa Barreto is a luxury 5 bedroom villa set within the unspoilt countryside near the historic town of Silves and only 40 minutes drive from Faro airport. Surrounded by orange groves and farmland, the villa offers peace and relaxation yet is only a short drive from all the essential amenities and a variety of attractions to suit every age group. Casa Barreto is built on 3 levels, providing space, privacy and comfortable surroundings for families or large groups. On the basement level there is a huge recreation room with table tennis and table football, offering entertainment in the evenings or a welcome respite from the sun during the hottest part of the day.

Master bedroom

On the ground floor is a spacious and comfortable living/dining room, cool and shady in the heat of the summer and warmed by a real fire during the winter months. The open plan kitchen is modern and fully fitted and has a large breakfast bar for informal dining. A small ´snug´, with cast iron gas stove, offers a cosy reading and relaxing area. On this level there is also one twin bedroom, with access to the garden, and a guest w.c. On the first floor are 3 double and 1 twin bedroom and 2 modern bathrooms with showers and full baths. The master bedroom also enjoys its own private sun terrace with views over the garden. Additionally, on the basement level there is a huge recreation room with table tennis and table football, offering entertainment in the evenings or a welcome respite from the sun during the hottest part of the day.

Outdoor Dining

The gardens surrounding the house are landscaped and offer many quiet areas for peaceful relaxation. The large terrace outside the kitchen is perfect for outdoor dining and barbecuing under the shade of the ancient Olive and Carob trees. There is also plenty of space for sunbathing and relaxing around the swimming pool. The rest of the land is completely enclosed for privacy and is planted with an abundance of fruit trees, including Orange, Lemon, Grapefruit, Olive and Almond.

Casa Barreto has nice landscaped gardens and private pool. Ideal holiday home in the Algarve. Algarve Housing is happy renting this nice holiday villa. Click here for more information about Casa Barreto, and check our website for more nice rental homes in the Algarve. Please contact me for availability and prices!

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Alvor with its wide, fine sandy beach, one of the best in the Algarve

Alvor wide, sandy Beach

Alvor, close to Lagos has a wide, fine sandy beach, one of the best in the Algarve.

Algarve Housing rent very special villas in the Algarve, the most southern part of Portugal. One of our special villas is Quinta Bem Posta, close to Alvor.

Alvor

Due to Alvor’s peculiar and sensitive ecology, attempts have been made to protect the surrounding area from tourist development, which have only been partially successful. Alvor has, however, managed to retain much of its original style, with low buildings and open surroundings and the lagoon, which is a specially protected area of natural beauty.
The area around the old fishermen’s market has been developed greatly over the past five years. It now has a wide waterfront promenade, with restaurants and bars where one can sit and watch the fishing boats.
Behind the fish market is the old lifeboat station, which is well worth a visit.
Alvor’s main beach is just five minutes’ walk from the town. A favourite among windsurfers, it is four and half miles of wide open sand, offering enough space for beach volleyball, football, frisbee and walking. The beach is backed by dunes and has plenty of facilities.

Alvor, Beach front

Facilities
There are usually life guards on duty and sun umbrellas and sun loungers can be hired at a daily rate. Car parks are close to the beach. Several beach restaurants offer traditional grilled fish, lamb, piri-piri chicken and other delicious foods.
The beach is popular with Portuguese holidaymakers from the north who usually arrive in the Algarve in September, but due to its size Alvor Praia is never packed.
Tres Irmaos Beach, further east, is mostly backed by cliffs, with huge rocks scattered along the shoreline. It leads to Praia da Vau and Praia da Rocha. “Praia” is the Portuguese for “beach”.

Alvor, Church

Still a fishing village
Remember that Alvor is still a fishing village, talk to locals and find out what time the fisherman return from the sea. It’s well worth getting up early and watching them work with their catch. The Octopus is a real speciality.

Algarve Housing rent nice holiday homes in the Algarve, and also near Alvor with its wide, sandy beach! Quinta Bem Posta is only 5 minutes from Alvor. Contact me for availability and more information.

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Pack your Picnic and enjoy May Day in the Algarve

Gather your family and friends and experience the Portuguese May Day tradition.

The first of May is May Day, an international celebration of workers’ solidarity and has always been a festival of fun, right from its early beginnings and, despite isolated outbreaks of violence during political May Day rallies around the world, in modern times, it continues to be celebrated as a day to enjoy the open air, and a day to air opinions.

For the Portuguese it is a day to enjoy a good picnic, on the beach, in the forest, by a river, and sometimes just at the roadside. It is the one day of the year that normally unused roadside picnic spots fill with families and friends to enjoy simple food and wine, and cheer at the day long parades of fire engines, ambulances and police vehicles that animate the roads of every county. April in Portugal marks the change from winter to spring, bringing warmer weather and blue skies, and May Day is the perfect opportunity to get out and enjoy the first picnic of the year.

If you live here, or on holiday in the Algarve, we give you some popular places to go.

Most popular are the Fontes that can be found near Estombar (Lagoa), Alte and Benamola (Loule) and Caldas de Monchique. The rivers are very popular too, like the Arada and the Guardiana (river between Portugal and Spain) and the Baragems (dam lakes) which there are many, both large and small, throughout the Algarve.

So Pack your picnic and enjoy May Day in the Algarve!

For more information you can contact me.

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Mariza and Stone in the Algarve

Joss Stone
Mariza

British soul artist, Joss Stone and Portuguese fado singer Mariza, will be performing in the Algarve this summer. Stone is to play in the Largo Duarte Pacheco, Loule, on July 31 and the highly-acclaimed ‘fadista’ singer Mariza will be taking to the stage in Vila Real de Santo Antonio on August 14. Tickets for the two concerts will cost between 15 en 30 euro. Tickets can be purchased via the http://www.ticketline.pt/Home.aspx

So why not combine one of those great concerts with renting a private holiday home in the Algarve?

Don’t you know Joss Stone or Mariza, watch the videos below!

Algarve Housing has a  wide range of private properties available in the Algarve, from rustic Windmills to luxury Villa’s. Whether you want your own private pool so the kids can splash around safely and outdoor dining so you can enjoy a family evening around the BBQ – the choice is yours. From luxuries such as a private pool, daily maid service, private tennis court or Jacuzzi to everyday comforts such as satellite TV or internet access – we’ll have the perfect property to match your needs!

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Luxury Villa

Little Square House for Rent in the Algarve

Algarve Housing is proud to present The Little Square House is located amongst rolling hills and countryside away from the hustle and bustle of the traditional tourist resorts. You are guaranteed a quiet and relaxed atmosphere from the moment you arrive. The nearest village is Benafim (3 mins drive) and a little further on you will find the beautiful picturesque village of Alte with it’s charming cobbled streets and whitewashed houses. Salir, Messines, Boliqueme and Silves are other towns within the locality, that are certainly worth a visit. All with plenty of restaurants and local bars. The town of Loule is just a 15 min drive away. Make sure you visit the gypsy market here on Saturday mornings. The resorts of Vilamoura, Quarteria and Albufeira along with their many beaches and golf courses are all within 30 mins drive from the holiday home. In the surrounding hills you will find many varieties of different fruits and nuts amongst the orange, peach and lemon groves. This truly is a magical location!

If you choose to rent this fantastic villa you will find a fully air-conditioned and heated 2 bedroom single storey villa – only 30 minutes drive from Faro Airport, this amazing property must be seen to be believed. It is finished to the very highest standard. Consists of large living room with TV, DVD, Satellite with Sky News, Kids Channels, etc. Bespoke Fitted Kitchen with, electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, coffee maker, juicer, stereo, delph, cutlery and everything you could possibly require. Bedroom 1 – Double King size bed with en suite bathroom. Bedroom 2 – Double and single bed. Cot supplied at no charge if required. Another Bathroom with rain shower. Huge private roof terrace. Private swimming pool and garden. Barbecue area. There are many golf courses and beaches within 30 mins drive. Walking and cycling paths on your doorstep. Safe also fitted for personal valuables.


There is a selection of DVD’s, CD’s, books and games to choose from. There is an MP3 connector for the stereo. Iron and iron board supplied. Solar powered hot water system installed so you always have hot water to hand.


Week prices in Euros;

January/April 600

May 700

June 900

July/August 1050

September 900

Oct-December 600

Prices are all inclusive.

Please contact me for more information and availability for The Little Square House, an perfect villa for your holiday in Portugal.

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Splash and Play! Special Offer Quinta do Castelo

Outdoor Jacuzzi
Splash and Play!

Dream Holiday Villa Quinta do Castelo, sleeps max 12,  has an outside Jacuzzi now! And only 2 weeks left to rent. We have a special offer for you to enjoy this fairytale holiday home looking over the castle of Silves. This luxury villa has everything you wish for your ideal holiday accommodation in Portugal. From outdoor kitchen with wok, outdoor lounge, splendid views, gorgeous pool, with fantastic lounges, cocktail bar, natural pool, big plasma tv screens, wifi internet connection, outstanding quality of bed, linnen and mattresses and more….

Outdoor Living

Book now to enjoy this overwhelming luxury, all beautiful decorated. We have only 2 weeks left, and want YOU to enjoy this with your family and friends.

9-16 May 1050 euros,

29 August- 5 September 1395 euros

Prices are based on max 6 persons, please contact me for a tailor made price quotation for larger groups. Prices are all inclusive. Do you want to Splash and Play, use the special offer of Quinta do Castelo.

Lounging around the Pool

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Luxury Villa, Windmills

Have you ever slept in a Windmill in Portugal?

Have you ever slept in a Windmill? Have you ever had two large pools just for yourself? next to a private tennis court and your own pool table???

In the Southern part of Portugal, the Algarve lies on top of a hill, The MendesMill. A luxury holiday home and Windmill for rent, with everything you need for a perfect holiday in the sunny Algarve. 7 rooms divided over a villa, cottage and windmill, all with air-conditioning. Ideal for family reunions, large parties, but also good for a romantic couple. Set up for outside dining and wining, many terraces, sun and shade, stunning views to the coast and sea. Lots of antique furniture makes you feel home. There is computer and wireless internet, if you miss home; a private tennis court, and private pool table. this private rental villa is located near picturesque village Boliqueime and market town Loule.

Please click on this link for more information about this unique property of Algarve Housing or contact me direct for prices, more information and availability.

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Silves, a place in the Algarve not to miss!


Silves is a place not to be missed when you visit the Algarve, the most southern part of Portugal. Most of our villas for rent located close to Silves, time to write about historic town Silves.

Once the capital of the Arab kingdom. A once flourishing city of palaces, gardens and bazaars, Silves may have lost its influence but not its interest. The surrounding area is comprised of mile after mile of orchards – peach, almond and orange trees. The redsand stone fortress is open daily (09:00-19:00). A 13th century cathedral built of red and white sandstone has fine emblazoned tombs and should not be missed.

The best way to start your visit to the city is by going to Silves market in the morning. You will enjoy the aroma of the fruit, vegetables and fresh fish at this crowded, noisy but charming venue where you can buy everything you need to cook a delicious meal.

Silves, with its terraces, minarets, the façade of the Arabic palaces and streets complete with bazaars, make the city a great attraction for all visitors.

Walking on foot over the hills around the city, you will see flourishing orchards of almond, orange and fig trees.

Nowadays, Silves still maintains this medieval charm: from the 7-arched Roman bridge winding cobbled streets lead to picturesque squares fronted by churches and colourful cafes. Bars, shops and restaurants where local cuisine can be sampled at leisure, are interspersed with typical red roofed houses. The Fabrica do Ingles is a more recent social gathering point, offering restaurants, conference and exhibition facilities and during the summer months, concerts, laser shows, and theatrical re-enactments.

Silves has a great deal to offer, blending past and present to create its own unique atmosphere. Magnificent surroundings and the accompanying gentle pace of life combine to provide a memorable and truly remarkable visit.

AlgarveHousing rent various holiday homes in the Silves area, I just mention a few;

Casa Lavender, Casa Vilarinha, Casa Ceramica, Casa da Pedra, Casa Laranha, The Windmills, Casa Eucalyptus,Casa Barradas and Monte Boi.

Please contact me for more information regarding prices, availability or more information.

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Villa

Monte Boi is a perfect Holiday Home, the Choice is yours!

Life is too short to settle for anything less than perfect, especially when it comes to holidays. When it is this easy to find private accommodation that will capture your heart, why settle for a cramped, impersonal hotel room? Instead, choose a spacious, private holiday home all of your own, where you can relax in peace by the side of your very own pool is just moments away…..

AlgarveHousing has a wide choice of Private Holiday Homes for you in the centre of the Algarve, the most southern part of Portugal. Monte Boi we just added to our list, and we are very happy with this villa. Located in the green heart of the Algarve, between market town Messines and historic town of Silves, 3 bedrooms of which 1 en-suite. Private pool and gardens, stunning views to the coast and distance sea view!

Only 20 minutes drive to the beach, golf courses and water parks.

You can find more information and prices on our website, and contact me for further details.

Monte Boi the perfect Holiday Home in the Algarve.

Pictures of Monte Boi are taken by algarvephotography.net

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Loule, Place to be!

Algarve Housing rent many villas in the Loule area. Time to tell you more about this fantastic town.

SLIDE SHOW


An unspoilt town just north of Albufeira in the south of Portugal, the Algarve. The Saturday morning markets are famous for their fresh food and handicraft stalls. The Feira de Loule, a mainly gypsy market is well worth a visit. In the whitewashed, picturesque streets there are many artisans still producing beautiful lace, leather, painted clay, brass and copper goods. Do not forget to sample the local restaurants that offer excellent local dishes at very reasonable prices or just have a coffee in one of the local cafes with a “pasteL de nata” (custard cream tart).

Loule is lively, many festivals through the year, for various kind of people. Just off the top of my head, Festival Med, a 3-day multi cultural musical festival, a big Jazz festival and festival of White (dress code white) and last but not least, the highlight of the year in Loule is Carnival.

VIDEO

Algarve Housing rent very nice holiday homes in the area of Loule, like the farmhouse Quinta do Monte, on the hill of Boliqueime, top luxury villas lie Casa Saborosa, Bay Tree Manor and Quinta Margarida in the Boliqueime area as weel and last but not least luxury farmhouse Quinta Palmeiral.

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Farmhouse, Luxury Villa

Get ready for sun, sea and sand! Book Quinta Palmeiral.

Beautiful restored luxury Farmhouse-Loule

There are some holiday destinations which just get better each year, exceeding expectations and providing every member of the family with a truly memorable break. This year, why not holiday in style in the Algarve’s Portugal and avoid cramped hotel rooms, noisy neighbours and busy pools, by taking your own private villa where you can relax in peace and enjoy your holiday exactly as you dreamed.

Infinity Pool with lush views

AlgarveHousing is sole agent for holiday home: Quinta Palmeiral.

Set in the one of the highest points of the ‘Serra do Algarve’ with Panoramic views across rolling hills to the Atlantic Ocean. Pure, Portuguese, rustic elegance, in a very luxury style, that is what Quinta Palmeiral offers. Re-built farmhouse, externally exactly as it was, to the finest details. Inside built to the most exacting, modern standards, including under-floor heating and cooling. Tall French Oak doors, pole and cane ceilings. Quinta Palmeiral is a very private residence, overlooked by no one, yet is an easy reach of all you need. By car, Loule is 5 minutes and Faro Airport 20 minutes.

Luxury, interiors

Two en-suite bedrooms, 1 double, 1 twin, with fitted wardrobes; a well equipped kitchen, open dining and lounge area. All decorated and fitted to the highest standards. The high level terraces have views across the gardens to the south and west. Tiered steps take you to through the fruit tree garden to the formal lawn below. Adjacent to the main house is a large terrace under a suspended pergola with three rooms designed to service the pool areas; a kitchen, a shower room including drench shower, a steam room and a large services and store room. A great place to start and finish your day! All overlooking the private gardens and infinity pool, and breathtaking views.

Prices:

Low Season: 750

Mid Season: from 850

High Season: 1500

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Please contact me for more information, availability, tailor made quote and pictures.

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