Algarve, new villa for rent with stunning views


Algarve Housing has a new house on their list: Casa Odelouca, is a new built, just finished villa (July 2009), located between Silves and Portimao, with stunning views over the river Arade. The holiday home is furnished and decorated in a modern style, with the use of warm colours and lots of taste! On top of a hill, overlooking the River Arade, a gorgeous L-shape pool with infinity edge, with lush ‘vistas’!

The villa has an en-suite double bedroom; the bath room has a large walk-in shower, with ‘rain’ shower head. The second bedroom has twin beds and bathroom with bath and shower. Adjacent to this room is a room with another two beds, with own entrance, but need to share the bathroom of the twin bedroom. The lounge has a double sofa bed for extra guests. So Casa Odelouca sleeps comfortable 4, but can have guests up to 8.


Peace and quiet, that’s what you get here, but it is only 10 minutes drive to Silves, and 15/20 minutes to Portimao where you can find nice white, sandy beaches of Praia da Rocha, Feragudo and Alvor.

Prices: ask for quote for your party! We can make you a nice price!

Click below for picture gallery:

PHOTOGALLERY

The Arade River is the jewel of this region, and for centuries, it has given
substance to its people. One of the nice activities or things you can do here is take a boat ride to Silves, travelling down the entire Arade River. This river is one of Algarve’s last natural treasures.

The Estuary de Arade is a protected zone that is surrounded by wetlands where you will see lots of seabirds, and other species in this marvellous
natural environment
. Inside this Estuary, there is also a fishing port.

Algarve Housing, rents villa’s in the Algarve, all special, with private pool and garden, and never more then 30 minutes drive to the coast.

Please contact me for more information about Casa de Odelouca,
or other villa’s we rent.

Did you enjoy this information? Would you like not to miss any of the new villa’s for rent in the Algarve, why not subscribe to our blog? We keep you updates about Special Offers, Things to do In the Algarve and much more….

Warm Regards,


Michele

Algarve, Events you cannot miss this Summer!

It is summer in the Algarve, and there is lots of things to do you cannot miss. Algarve Housing rents special villa’s in the Algarve and will inform you about things to do and not to be missed.

7th INTERNATIONAL SAND SCULPTURE FESTIVAL in PERA
FIESA 2009 this years theme: “DISCOVERIES”

FIESA is a mega exhibition of sculpture in sand held since 2003 in Pera, Algarve. The festival is unique in the Iberian Peninsula and is considered the largest festival of sand sculpture in the world by the size of its sculptures and the area they occupy. In each new edition the exhibition is devoted to a different theme.

FIESA 2009 is a space where the discovery, the encounter and fun, co-exist in total harmony with the art, providing unforgettable moments. FIESA is shown to the public every day till 22 October from 10 am to midnight (from 22 September to 22 October from 10 am to 9 pm).

Due to the heat during the day in the summer, I recommend to visit the Fiesa at night, beautiful lit, stunning! There is a bar for drinks and food, music and entertainment events. Nice for both children and adults.

More information: http://www.fiesa.org/

10 July Esperanza Spalding – Sítio das Fontes, Lagoa

Esperanza Spalding is one of those rare examples of galloping success based on a genuine innate talent. Still only 24 years of age, she has received fulsome praise in the leading jazz magazines and at the same time seen the doors of many of the world’s most prestigious concert venues opening wide for her. All those who have seen her live version of the classic “Body and Soul” will confirm that the high energy and full commitment of her stage performance have helped them to discover the real essence of this jazz theme about the duality of human existence. A double-bass player and singer, Esperanza was to become the youngest ever teacher at the prestigious Berklee School of Music at the age of only 20…

Price: €20

Ticket sales:
Ticketline network
www.ticketline.pt, FNAC, Worten and Agências Abreu
Reservations: T. 00350 707 234 234
Notice: Tickets available at the venue only on the day of the concert (unless sold out).

Never heard of her, please check this video:

16 July, 10 pm

Glenn Miller Orchestra

Centro de Congressos do Arade . Algarve, Lagoa-Portimão

One of the world’s first truly great jazz idols, Glenn Miller was numbered amongst the great “monsters” of the swing period and became the leader of one of the most historical American big bands.

Do you remember his timeless hits as “In the Mood” or “Chattanooga Choo Choo”.

To refresh your mind:

Price: €20
Ticket sales:
www.blueticket.pt

Ticketline network
www.ticketline.pt, FNAC, Worten and Agências Abreu
Reservations: T. 00351 707 234 234

and at the concert venue:

Centro de Congressos do Arade . Algarve
Encosta do Arade, Parchal, Lagoa
T. +351 282 498 577
www.pavilhao-arade.com

18 and 19 July

Iberian Windsurfing Circuit Proam 09 (Lagos)

Meia Praia, Lagos

Officially recognised by the Spanish and Portuguese Windsurfing Federations, this circuit is considered to be the sport’s top competition in the Iberia Peninsula. It is certainly an event that has one of the highest numbers of participants, every year bringing new competitors and fans of this sport to the Algarve.

The three events held in the Algarve are all able to take advantage of the region’s exceptionally favourable conditions for windsurfing and extreme sports in general.

The event is open to all windsurfing enthusiasts, both professionals and amateurs alike.

This year’s entry is undoubtedly the strongest ever, and it promises to be the windsurfing event of the year!

18 and 19 July – Meia Praia, Lagos (Slalom)
14 to 16 August – Praia do Martinhal, Sagres (Slalom, Speed and Long Distance)

Did you enjoy this information? We will publish more information about What’s going on in the Algarve, things to do you cannot miss! Coming up is the Medeival Festival in Silves , Festival do Mariscos in Olhoa, both in August. Information about Dance Festivals, Gastronomic events, more Jazz and other music events and much, much more….

Algarve Housing rents special villa’s in the Algarve and will inform you about things to do and not to be missed. If you do not want to miss this information, please subscribe to our blog, and you will never miss things to do in the Algarve!

Warm Regards,

Michele

What’s on in the Algarve

Algarve Housing rent nice villa’s in the Algarve. Just recovering from the fantastic Festival Med, a five days world music festival in the Centre of Loule, that have attracted 25000 visitors! Don’t miss it next year! It is summer in the Algarve, and lots going on, we just give you a few tips for coming week:
Carvoeiro, till the 31st of August, Monte Santo will welcome the Belgian artist Michele Frederickx´s exhibit, entitled “Nature in Progress”. The Vermissage is scheduled for July 1st,at 6 p.m. and the painter will be on hand to share her inspirations with all guests. Admission to the event is free of charge and includes an enjoyable cocktail.
Call 00351 282 321 000 or visit: www.montesantoalgarve.com

Until 5 July – First gastronomic festival of seafood in Cacela, Vila Real de Santo Antonio. Special seafood and fish dishes on menus at participatin restaurants.

Call 00351 281 952 434


July 3-5 – Algarve classic cars event based at Tivoli Marinotel in Vilamoura. A total of 160 cars will be taking part in this event across the Algarve. For a full programme

visit: www.algarveclassiccars.com or call 00351 289 412 880/00 351 967 165 555


July 10 and 11 – Silves

Fashion weekend at Praca do Municipio de Silves from 10 pm. Catwalk shows with
clothing form local shops and young fashion designers.


July 11 – 25 July Dance of the bears exhibition will be exhibited at Praia do Carvoeiro. Inspired by the Buddy Bears exhibition in Berlin in 2002, Karl Heinz Stock has coordinated the works of a team of sculptors and artists to develop his own Dance of the Bears show. Free to visit. Call 00 351 282 431 036

July 4 – Café Ingles in Silves, Rua do Castelo. At 6 pm there is an opening of an art exhibition of Marion Riddering and sculptures of Petra van Allen . Plus wine tasting Barranco Longo. More information Silvio Silva: 00351 919 766 565



So, if you are on Holiday in Algarve staying at one of our properties or somewhere else we hope that you found this information useful. Why not subscribe to our blog tofind out more.

Warm Regards,

Michele

Pottery, Ceramics and Decorative Tiles in the Algarve.


Algarve Housing rents fantastic villas in the Algarve,
most of them are located inland, where you can enjoy ‘the real Algarve’,
but always less then 30 minutes to the beach. ‘The real Algarve’,
what is that? Among others Ceramics, pottery and decorative tiles!

Every region in Portugal has its own, distinctive style of pottery,
from the finest porcelain, produced in Vista Alegre in the north, to the
homely-style hand-painted pottery from the Algarve’s neighbouring province, the Alentejo.
Handicraft shops in the Algarve usually stock a variety of designs from other regions, as well as locally made pottery and the plain or simply decorated brown earthenware produced nation-wide. Small items make superb moments of your holiday; if
carefully packed they will arrive home in one piece! (I recommend transporting as hand luggage!) Candleholders and small plates, for example, can be purchased for a few euros. At the other end of
the scale the sky’s the limit. Many shops will arrange shipping of larger
items.


Ceramic production in the Algarve underwent a revival in the late
1960’s, when the late Patrick Swift, an artist of international repute, made a determined effort to preserve ancient Iberian and Moorish patterns on
hand-glazed pottery. Most commonly painted in shades of blue, green and turquoise, the designs are in a free-flowing style. Patrick Swift’s timing was spot on, coinciding with the advent of mass tourism
in the region. Visitors required then, as they do now, souvenirs typical of the area and the pottery industry flourished. The EN125 (main road that goes along the coast of the Algarve, from Sagres (most west) till Villa Real the St Antonio (most east) is festooned with handicraft shops along its length. The best quality is to be found near Porches (a few kilometres east of Lagoa), where members of Swift’s family still run the
olaria (pottery) he established. Cheaper and more mass-produced handicraft products are sold in roadside ‘artesanato’ shops. Souvenir shops in resorts also stock ranges of pottery.



Ceramic tiles are a specialist area of the industry, introduced to Iberia by the Moors and, by the 18th century, produced in greater quantities in Portugal than anywhere else in Europe. The facades of many traditional houses are fully tiled (a long-lasting, low-maintenance alternative to paint) but individual decorative panels, comprising any number of tiles from four upwards, are more in vogue today.

Would you enjoy ‘the real Algarve’ and its nice, cheap pottery, and watch those beautiful tiled with Ceramic, buildings? Have a look at our website, for special villa’s for rent in the Algarve.

You can contact me for more information. Subscribe to our blog to keep updated about Things to do in the Algarve, Special Offers, new villa’s we take on and more.

Warm Regards,

Michele

Luxury villa for rent Vilamoura, Algarve, Portugal


Private pool

.


Algarve Housing has a new villa for rent!

Villa Sol is a 4 bedroom, all ensuite luxury villa for rent, part of Villa Sol Vilamoura Spa and Golf Resort. Located in a calm , peaceful and safe region in one of Algarve’s most desirable zones – Vilamoura – five minutes from the international Marina and quality and prestigious shopping, catering and leisure facilities.


The villa has a private pool and garden, and the bedrooms are spacious and decorated to high standards, as well as the open lounge and dining room. The kitchen is well equipped. There are two double beds and two twin rooms, all ensuite. You can enjoy sat. TV, DVD and wifi (bring your own laptop), and the villa has a cooling system for the hot summers, and central heating for the fresh evenings in the winter.

Large double bedroom en-suite


The white sandy beaches the Algarve is so famous of are just 5 minutes drive away, as well as Europe’s best golf courses.

You can enjoy the luxury of Villa Sol and its natural environment!

Prices for July and August are negotiable.


Please contact me for more information, pictures and availability.

Algarve Housing, is a villa rental company that rents more luxury villa’s in the Algarve. Please check out our website and enjoy the beautiful holiday homes in the Algarve. Is your favourite villa booked, why not try to reserve for next year. Prices 2010 are available! Let know how I can help you to find your ideal rental villa!

We regularly publish articles about New Villas, Special Offers, What to do in the Algarve; you can subscribe to our blog and do not miss anything and the news will be automatically delivered into your inbox.

Warm Regards,

Michele

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.

Algarve Housing, rent more very special villa’s, cheque out our website!

If you do not want to miss any of the new villa’s of Algarve Housing, our Special offers and What’s on Guide, subscribe to our blog, and always receive our updates by email!

Warm Regards,

Michele

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.

Algarve Housing has more nice holiday villas in the Algarve, please check our website.

Don’t want to miss any news from Algarve Housing, our special offers or information about any of the beautiful holiday homes of Algarve Housing, SUBSCRIBE to our blog, if is for free, and you get it automatically delivered in your email inbox!

Warm Regards,

Michele


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.

Algarve Housing has more nice holiday villas in the Algarve, please check our website.

Don’t want to miss any special offer of any of the beautiful holiday homes of Algarve Housing, SUBSCRIBE to our blog, if is for free, and you get it automatically delivered in your email inbox!

Warm Regards,

Michele

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!

Subscribe to our News Blog, to keep updated about Special offers, new holiday homes, Things to do in the Algarve, and much more!

Warm Regards,

Michele

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.

We regularly write articles about our holiday properties, special offers, information about the region and Things to do in the Algarve.

If you don’t want to miss it, subscribe to our News Blog, and keep updated!

Warm Regards,

Michele

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!

Combine your holiday in the Algarve with fantastic artists and top villa’s for rent! We keep you updated about What’s going on in the Algarve via this blog. Don’t you want to miss anything, please subscribe to our blog.

For more details about the villa’s contact me!

Warm regards,

Michele

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.

Algarve Housing has plenty other nice private holiday villas in the Algarve. Please visit our website.

Subscribe to our blog, it is for free, and you will never miss anything regarding Special Offers, New villas for rent and news about the area.

Warm Regards,

Michele

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

Click here for more information and pictures.

Algarve Housing, is a holiday rental company, for quality rental villas, in theAlgarve, South of Portugal.

If you never want to miss the Special Offers of Algarve Housing, please subscribe to our News Blog, so you will get those offers in your email box.

Warm Regards,

Michele

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.

We regularly write articles about new holiday properties, special offers, information about the region and ‘Things to do in the Algarve’.

If you don’t want to miss it, subscribe to our News Blog, and keep updated!

Warm Regards,

Michele

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

Would you like to keep updated about the special villas of AlgarveHousing, information about the Algarve and the areas the villas are located, and What to do in the Algarve, subscribe now and you will never miss anything.

Warm Regards,

Michele

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.

Please contact me for more information, availability and prices.

Would you like to keep informed about Special Offers, more information about Places in the Algarve and new splendid villas for rent of Algarve Housing, subscribe to this blog.

Warm Regards,

Michele

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

[googleMap]625|300|10|1|1|Loule, portugal|[/googleMap]

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

Get ready for the sun, sea and sand and book this beautiful restored farmhouse Quinta Palmeiral now!

Don’t miss any news, latest offers, information about the area of one of the holiday homes of AlgarveHousing, and subscribe to our blog.

Warm Regards,

Michele

Special Offer! Casa Lavender, ideal holiday home

On Special Offer! 15% discount for Casa Lavender,  the ideal holiday home.

Relax around the Pool


Book now and receive 15% discount on the high season price!

Casa Lavender is a lovely villa for rent, located between historic town of Silves and market town of Messines, about 20 minutes drive to the beach in a most beautiful green valley. Ideal for exploring, hiking, or just relaxing at the massive terrace, overlooking pool and garden and enjoying the nice view!

This 3 bedroom place, has all en-suite twin bedrooms, and throughout air-conditioning. An open plan lounge, dining, kitchen area makes this villa very spacious. Everything is well equipped, and interiors look very nice, you have the feeling you are home! An ideal place for spending a nice holiday in the Algarve.

We have a special offer now, 15% off for the high season and still a few availabilities for the spring! So book now this holiday home to avoid disappointment!

For more information, prices and pictures this is the direct link to Casa Lavender. For availability you best contact me.

There will be more special offers to come, so watch this space, or subscribe, so you cannot miss anything.

Warm regards,

Michele