Vacation Rentals By Owner In Monchique, Faro District

Villa Golfinhos sits almost completely alone in a valley on a wooded hillside. It really makes the most of the peace and quiet, not to mention the fantastic views over the valley and distant sea. This villa has been designed with the views in mind. Large windows adorn the rooms, the French doors open on to a raised terrace, and even the pool comes with an impressive vista.brbrThe pool at Villa Golfinhos is small but sweet (8mx4m), with pretty mosaic banding and Roman steps. It comes complete with a suntrap of a terrace. Although there’s a sense of being away from it all, the sweeping Algarve beaches can be reached in about half an hour by car.brbrA barbecue sits on the pool terrace – perfect for not only the odd al fresco meal, but also enjoying the panoramic views. The roomy dining-living area is lovely – contemporary but with a distinct Portuguese flair. The kitchen, meanwhile, is well-equipped.brbrPETS ARE ALLOWED (ONLY ONE PER BOOKING)

Private Vacation Home

Mountain-side Villa with view to the coast, ideal to relax, complete with Pool.

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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Exceptional(14)

$782.93

This superb villa is tucked away in its own secluded valley in the picturesque, Serra de Monchique, the Monchique mountain range. But, being in the low foothills it is not at all remote with its driveway off the Portimao to Monchique Road. There are three restaurants just a few metres from the gates, yet at the house, it is easy to believe you are alone in the world. This truly magical spot with its palm trees and beautiful mimosas in the private garden around the pool has a pretty stream running though the land and you can enjoy your own private woodland walk along the river bank.br brThe the beauty spot and spa village of Caldas de Monchique is just 2km up the road and the mountain village of Monchique is about 10 minutes by car while the big fishing port of Portimao with lots of nightlife is only about 20 minutes away. The beach resorts of Praia da Rocha, Ferragudo and Alvor are also in the same area.brbrThe villa has four bedrooms, four bathrooms (2 with baths that have shower attachments, 1 with a hydrotherapy shower unit and 1 with a standard shower cubicle). Three bedrooms have balconies, while at ground level there are two patios, one of them connected to a new wooden deck with ample outdoor furniture for everyone and an attractive fire-pit. The pool area has sunbeds and a large barbecue. Indoors, the main living room is a huge open plan area with with comfortable seating for everyone and a 55 smart TV. For cooler times of year there is a wood burning stove and a supply of logs. The separate dining room also has a wood burner and French doors open directly onto the patio and sun deck, which which also has direct access to the kitchen, so it is perfect for al-fresco dining.brbrFor shopping, Monchique has an excellent Intermarche supermarket and numerous small shops, while the large town of Portimao has every type of shop from shopping malls and hypermarkets down to tiny businesses in the back streets. Buses stop close to our gates for Monchique or Portimao, but a car is recommended for convenience.brbrThe villa offers you a very private and quiet holiday while being centrally located. There are several good golf courses within about 20 minutes by car and also some spectacular beaches about the same distance away. Nearby, there are two interesting Portuguese Pottery shops and also the Parque da Mina historic farm park.brbr* Internet & WiFi is provided free to our guests via a fibre broadband connection which also provides cable television. In the event of a service failure, we will do all we can to get a speedy repair, but this is entirely in the hands of the telecoms company. Our large satellite dish picks up UK television, but it is operating at the extreme range of the UK service. In the event of a programme loss we will call out the local engineers but we cannot guarantee UK programmes. brbrQuinta da Mimosa is located in the foothills of the beautiful 3000ft Monchique mountains, but as it is only about 350 feet above sea level it is not up in the clouds nor 'out in the sticks'. brbrIn August 2018, there were serious forest fires in the Monchique area. Luckily, Quinta da Mimosa was safe from this mainly because it does not have lots of pine or eucalyptus trees nearby and it also gets protection from the stream. Also, the mimosa trees do not burn so easily as other species. New growth is already hiding most of the damage to the forest areas and thousands of new trees have been planted, using more fire resistant varieties. brbrIf you enjoy walking, the footpaths from the property leading to trails that cover the whole Monchique eco zone are worth exploring. Quite a strenuous effort is needed for some of the tracks which are quite rough, but if you are fit enough it is a good experience and one benefit of the fires is that they did open up the views where previously the forest had been very overgrown.

4 Bedroom, 4 Bathroom Villa with Own Pool in Private Valley

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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Exceptional(11)

$330.15

Villa Vida Nova, Monchique, Algarve, Portugal.brbrThis luxuriously appointed villa is ideal for your ultimate vacation experience. No expense has been spared in furnishing, equipping and maintaining the villa to exacting high standards, the villa achieves a 95% occupancy rate every year which attests to the care and attention that the owners provide to their guests. brbrThe villa which is exclusive and completely private in its own walled and secure grounds sleeps 6 (and 2 cots for children under 3 years) in 3 suites, Super King, King and Twin. All suites have Juliet balconies and the Super King and King boast private sun terraces also. All Principle rooms face south and have spectacular views of the coast. The gourmet kitchen has every appliance and utensil that you would need for your culinary skills and the formal dining room has seating for 8. If you prefer al-fresco then the outside shaded eating area has seating for 8. There is a bbq and outside fridge for those who prefer to toss a steak on the coals. One of the main features of the villa is the infinity pool which affords the same awesome views of the coast whilst swimming. There is simply too much to list, Air-conditioned throughout, 4 TV's, Heating throughout, Wifi, Parking for 7 cars, separate entrance for staff, Natural spring with cave and fish, an abundance of fruit trees, walking distance to restaurants and town, read on!brbrSerra de Monchique 'The Garden of the Algarve' Utopia, Well Almost!brbrThe Algarve with its famous pristine beaches and micro climate offers the best year round holiday opportunities for the discerning holidaymaker. Quaint fishing ports and historic cities and villages compete for the tourists attention. Secure family beaches and the west coasts wild surfing beaches offer a broad variety of scenery and seaside activities. brbrOver 300 sunny days every year make the Algarve, Europes favourite holiday destination. The Serra De Monchique is the Algarve's best kept secret, founded by the Romans which provides a historic backdrop and its natural spring waters are said to rejuvenate and even lengthen our days! brbrTalking about Romans, it was the Romans that built the stone terraces in Villa Vida Nova's gardens. They were built to retain the excellent soil for growing vegetables and fruit to feed the Centurians and troops, these days the terraces are still there but it's not the Romans getting fat on all that fruit..................brbrVilla Vida Nova is available on a weekly basis, Saturday being the Check in/out days.brbrThe Picturesque Town of MonchiquebrbrThe delightful town of Monchique, which is only 2 minutes drive from the villa, has a pretty central square with street cafes in which to while away the time and people watch. There are beautiful gardens to admire and narrow historic streets to explore. By the way, parking is free everywhere in Monchique including the underground car park! There are several supermarkets for you to stock up on supplies, 3 butchers, numerous cafés and a tea room serving delicious home made food, two banks with cash points, two petrol stations, 2 chemists, wine shop, gift shops and newsagents selling foreign papers. Recently opened is the new Intermarche supermarket mall, with a selection of shops, plenty of parking and ideal to stock up your holiday provisions.brbrSuperb Dining for all Tastes and BudgetsbrbrThere are many excellent yet inexpensive local restaurants, some of the best are within walking distance of the villa. You will be tempted by the delicious regional fare, chicken piri-piri, black Iberian pork, wild boar with plums, lamb casserole, chicken with cherries, pork and prawn cataplana, stuffed squid, grilled fish, local cured ham and smoked sausage, honey and marzipan sweets just to name a few, all are locally produced. There is an amazing sellection of wines and ports to enhance your dining experience, don't forget to try the local firewater Medronho, and for the ladies, Melosa, served from a glass slipper! (You have to search for the slipper!)brbrThe Serra da MonchiquebrbrMonchique is nestled in a valley between the only two mountains in the Algarve, Foia and Picota. The Romans who established Monchique , as mentioned above they built, with precision granite terraces all over the Serra de Monchique, you will see them everywhere. Villa Vida Nova nestles in 'Corga das Ervilhas' - Terraces of Peas! Corga is an ancient word not used these days and means 'Terraces'. Our terraces still produce, oranges, tangerines, lemons, plums, peaches, figs, sharon fruit, grapes, olives, cherries of which our guests are welcome to eat. We have also found, various stone hand tools, a bone needle, a bronze spur, a bronze buckle and slate buttons.brbrThere are level walks, steep walks, walks to the top of Foia and walks to the cafes in town. Bird watching is very popular as we are on a major migratory route. Cork oak forests abound and offer welcome shade from the hot summer sun, and after all that exercise kick off your shoes and cool off in the infinity pool. Wind down with a glass of local wine or ice cold beer or test your culinary skills on the BBQ. brbrFrom the villa there are many attractions within a short drive. The peaks and contour roads of Foia and Picota afford 360 degree panoramic views, don't forget your camera! For the more adventurous, take some of the side roads and visit deserted watermills or the ghost village of Barbelote with its stunning cascade. The mountains here are quite spectacular and not to be missed ideal for the biker, hiker or just a casual stroll.brbrLocal Spas and Wellness Centre.brbrThe famous village of Caldas de Monchique with its health spa and wellness center is only 10 minutes drive away here you can take in the famous Monchique spring waters and enjoy being pampered in the health salons at either Hotel Termas de Monchique or Longevity Wellness Centre. In summer in the evening, you can listen to local live music whilst dining in the Caldas de Monchique square at Restaurant 1692. brbrA Short Drive Away.brbrThere are several golf courses, the nearest just 15 minutes drive away, and the new Autodromo do Algarve, F1 designed race track, features various motorsport events and track days and if you are up to it, a stunning go kart track open to the public. The busier tourist areas of the south coast and the town of Portimao with shopping malls, night life, sardine restaurants, sandy beaches and marina is just 25 minutes away. Take a boat trip from Portimao or Lagos to watch the dolphins in their natural habitat. brbrShopping in Nearby Portimao.brbrPortimao has now surpassed Faro to become the shopping mecca of the Algarve and is just 20 minutes drive from Monchique. Boasting the largest shopping mall on the Algarve, Aqua Portimao is situated just 20 minutes drive from Monchique, on three floors with 117 shops, restaurants and a hypermarket, again parking is free. There is an excellent choice including many big names such as Primark, H & M, Zara, Foot Locker, Mango, Massimo Dutti and much more. It is open daily from 0900 to 2400. There are also numerous other supermarkets in Portimao such as Lidl and Aldi plus Aqua Portimao a retail centre with C & A, Sport Zone, Guimaraes shoes and Casa homeware. brbrOne of the finest holiday rental homes in Portugal designed for ultimate Algarve holidays.brPrivate location with stunning views of the coast and the lights of Portimao and Alvor at night.brIdeal climate for Spring, Summer and Autumn Villa Holidays.brGreat for Snowbirds and winter escapees.brFree Unlimited Broadband WiFi.brInfinity swimming pool and gourmet BBQ area.brIdeal for walking, biking, birding, wildlife, climbing holidays, or just simple a great place to unwind and relax.brAlthough this villa is self catering you are less than 5 Minutes drive to 10 restaurants and 10 minutes walk to 3 restaurants!brJust 10 minutes from Caldas de Monchique and spas, the famous Hotel Termas de Monchique with Spa facilities open to Villa Vida Nova clients with exclusive guest status! br10 minutes to Longevity Wellness Centre. br20 minutes to nearest Golf and 40 minutes to the famous courses at Villamoura, Quinta de Lago and Vale de Lobo.br20 Minutes to the Autodromo Race track and Karting track.brOnly 40 minutes drive to the delightful and historic town of Lagos. brIdeally situated for a choice of both South Coast and pristine West Coast Beaches.brThis Private Villa is just 1 hour from Faro and the airport making it ideal for your holiday in Algarve and your number 1 choice for villa rentals Algarve.brbrNotesbrViews include coast, mountains and forests. There is an outside lounge area under cover with al fresco dining for eight, BBQ and drinks fridge. Sun loungers and umbrellas around the pool. There are Fruit trees in the garden including Oranges, Tangerines, Plums, Cherries, Peaches, Lemons, Sharron Fruit , Figs, and Olives to which Guests can help themselves. 4 Televisions and 2 satelite decoders giving English TV channels. Free Broadband Wifi Internet.

Fabulous Villa with Awesome Coastal Views, Infinity Pool, Luxuriously Appointed

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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Exceptional(3)

$101.24

Quinta do Tempo - Turismo Rural welcomes you in Monchique. Monchique Thermal Baths are 2.5 km away, and the picturesque village of Monchique is 2 km away. Parking is free is available. There are 3 self-catering studios with flat-screen satellite TV and free Wi-Fi. They are equipped with a kitchenette, microwave, electric hob, toaster, fridge and filter coffee machine. The interior decor is simple, nice, oversized bed for a good rest.brThe Quinta includes barbecue facilities, a garden and a sun terrace. With the possibility of seeing in the distance part of the Algarve coast, Portimão to Lagos, which are about 23km. Guests can get involved in various Nature Activities such as hiking in the Algarve, which, due to its altitude and location, gives it a unique micro climate, crystal clear water and excellent air quality. brIn the region you can enjoy the generous regional cuisine and sweets, as well as the typical handicrafts. In this farm of subsistence agriculture, there are several species of fruit trees like the cherry tree, apple tree, plum tree, goddess among others, that in its time can prove. Quinta do Tempo has its stone houses, centenaries completely restored, maintaining the typical moth of the region and the original facades.

Rural Tourism - Country House

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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Exceptional(1)

$113.73

One of 3 (ground floor), 2 bedroom apartment in the most peaceful street in the village of Monchique. 25min drive from quieter beaches in the West and busier ones in the South. if you're looking to avoid the Touristy busy-ness, this is a good place for that. Monchique boasts of some amazing walking trails, natural sprint Spa, genuine great produce on the food and drink front and an amazing sense of community. there's also a very nice outdoor large public pool 5min walk away. great place to relax

Private Vacation Home

Casa Mia - 2 bed apartment in peaceful street

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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$576.17

Holiday Villa V4 located in Vale de Figueiras, 30 kms from Praia da Rocha in Portimão, 8 kms from Monchique village. Calm and privileged area. Endowed with a fantastic and unobstructed view of the Monchique mountain range. Villa with excellent areas, WI-FI and TV (MEO ADSL System), swimming pool and garden. brbr brbrR/C - Living room with fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, dining room and one bathroom and pantry. It features a BBQ area with table and chairs to enjoy your holidays. brbr brbr1st FLOOR - 4 Suites. brbr brbrNOTE: Only 10 people are allowed (including adults, children, and babies). brbr brbr- A deposit of EUR 1500 is required upon arrival. The deposit will be charged as a credit card payment, Revolut or advance bank transfer. The deposit refund will be made up to 3 days after check-out, after a full inspection and cleaning of the accommodation. brbr brbr- Water, electricity, and gas consumption expenses (if applicable) are included within the normal parameters of a conscious use (60EUR for 30 days of reservation). brbrMeter readings are taken at entry and exit to determine consumption for the reservation period in question (whenever different from 30 days, the corresponding calculation is made). brbrAny consumption that exceeds the included value will have this excess to be settled by guests to Nuris2u, on the day before departure, in cash. brbrIncluded values of electricity and water, in each 30-day reservation according to the accommodation type: brbrV4: Electricity - 360 Kwhs and Water - 16 m3. brbrIf the excess is not settled, the company reserves the right to deduct from the deposit value. brbr brbrPAYMENT: Payment must be made with the details of a physical credit card (not virtual), and it is necessary to confirm the transaction in your bank's application. Virtual cards (MBWay, Apple Pay or others) are not accepted. brbr brbrNote: You should read all general conditions on the NURIS2U website. brbr brbrKEY COLLECTION / CHECK-IN ADDRESS: brbr brbrNURIS2U, LDA Rua Engineer Francisco Bivar, Ed. São José, Shop A - NURIS2U brbr brbrPortimão (8500-809) Rocha Beach - Faro (Portugal) brbr brbrGPS Coordinates: 37.119880, -8.538669

Villa Monchique View

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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Exceptional(51)

$385.87

Relva de Cima is situated at an altitude of 600m on the south side of Fóia mountain, the highest peak of the Sierra de Monchique mountain range 15 miles inland from the Algarve coastline. An unspoiled picturesque part of the Algarve that enjoys breathtaking views, irresistible local charm and excellent regional food. A three week holiday in 1993 travelling the length and breath of the Spanish and Portuguese coastline was enough to realise Monchique must be one of the most idyllic places the world has to offer. I fell in love. A month later I was the proud owner of a broken down vacated farm house – My retirement project! We moved from the bustle of Hong Kong and started the decade build in 2000. The property is surrounded by wild trees & land with an abundance of flora & fauna. A paradise for nature lovers, trekkers, conservationists & orienteers. Its remote roads and tracks offer a fantastic cycling and running environment. The garden started off as a front lawn but soon grew and grew as I couldn't resist developing it with my 25 year old digger !! Dry stone walls separate the different lawn tiers which replicate the traditional walls farmers used to section off their crops. The property itself was built around an existing old farm house constructed from granite and mud visible by the sheer thickness of the walls (up to 3 feet thick). Where possible, natural locally sourced materials were used hoping to create a timeless Algarvian environment. Being at an altitude of 600 meters, the sun can be very powerful during the day but offers cooler evenings and is that much fresher, and generally cooler than the coast, which can be very hot and muggy mid summer. Evenings can be spent sitting around the open outdoor fire and you have the advantage of cooler sleeping conditions. Many evenings have been spent simply star gazing, waiting for the shooting stars and spotting satellites moving across the crystal clear skies & listening to the crickets chirping happily in the background.

Mountainside Villa In Landscaped Gardens & Lush Woodlands w/Great Views & Pool

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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$330.15

Villa Vida Nova, Monchique, Algarve, Portugal.brbrThis luxuriously appointed villa is ideal for your ultimate vacation experience. No expense has been spared in furnishing, equipping and maintaining the villa to exacting high standards, the villa achieves a 95% occupancy rate every year which attests to the care and attention that the owners provide to their guests. brbrThe villa which is exclusive and completely private in its own walled and secure grounds sleeps 6 (and 2 cots for children under 3 years) in 3 suites, Super King, King and Twin. All suites have Juliet balconies and the Super King and King boast private sun terraces also. All Principle rooms face south and have spectacular views of the coast. The gourmet kitchen has every appliance and utensil that you would need for your culinary skills and the formal dining room has seating for 8. If you prefer al-fresco then the outside shaded eating area has seating for 8. There is a bbq and outside fridge for those who prefer to toss a steak on the coals. One of the main features of the villa is the infinity pool which affords the same awesome views of the coast whilst swimming. There is simply too much to list, Air-conditioned throughout, 4 TV's, Heating throughout, Wifi, Parking for 7 cars, separate entrance for staff, Natural spring with cave and fish, an abundance of fruit trees, walking distance to restaurants and town, read on!brbrSerra de Monchique 'The Garden of the Algarve' Utopia, Well Almost!brbrThe Algarve with its famous pristine beaches and micro climate offers the best year round holiday opportunities for the discerning holidaymaker. Quaint fishing ports and historic cities and villages compete for the tourists attention. Secure family beaches and the west coasts wild surfing beaches offer a broad variety of scenery and seaside activities. brbrOver 300 sunny days every year make the Algarve, Europes favourite holiday destination. The Serra De Monchique is the Algarve's best kept secret, founded by the Romans which provides a historic backdrop and its natural spring waters are said to rejuvenate and even lengthen our days! brbrTalking about Romans, it was the Romans that built the stone terraces in Villa Vida Nova's gardens. They were built to retain the excellent soil for growing vegetables and fruit to feed the Centurians and troops, these days the terraces are still there but it's not the Romans getting fat on all that fruit..................brbrVilla Vida Nova is available on a weekly basis, Saturday being the Check in/out days.brbrThe Picturesque Town of MonchiquebrbrThe delightful town of Monchique, which is only 2 minutes drive from the villa, has a pretty central square with street cafes in which to while away the time and people watch. There are beautiful gardens to admire and narrow historic streets to explore. By the way, parking is free everywhere in Monchique including the underground car park! There are several supermarkets for you to stock up on supplies, 3 butchers, numerous cafés and a tea room serving delicious home made food, two banks with cash points, two petrol stations, 2 chemists, wine shop, gift shops and newsagents selling foreign papers. Recently opened is the new Intermarche supermarket mall, with a selection of shops, plenty of parking and ideal to stock up your holiday provisions.brbrSuperb Dining for all Tastes and BudgetsbrbrThere are many excellent yet inexpensive local restaurants, some of the best are within walking distance of the villa. You will be tempted by the delicious regional fare, chicken piri-piri, black Iberian pork, wild boar with plums, lamb casserole, chicken with cherries, pork and prawn cataplana, stuffed squid, grilled fish, local cured ham and smoked sausage, honey and marzipan sweets just to name a few, all are locally produced. There is an amazing sellection of wines and ports to enhance your dining experience, don't forget to try the local firewater Medronho, and for the ladies, Melosa, served from a glass slipper! (You have to search for the slipper!)brbrThe Serra da MonchiquebrbrMonchique is nestled in a valley between the only two mountains in the Algarve, Foia and Picota. The Romans who established Monchique , as mentioned above they built, with precision granite terraces all over the Serra de Monchique, you will see them everywhere. Villa Vida Nova nestles in 'Corga das Ervilhas' - Terraces of Peas! Corga is an ancient word not used these days and means 'Terraces'. Our terraces still produce, oranges, tangerines, lemons, plums, peaches, figs, sharon fruit, grapes, olives, cherries of which our guests are welcome to eat. We have also found, various stone hand tools, a bone needle, a bronze spur, a bronze buckle and slate buttons.brbrThere are level walks, steep walks, walks to the top of Foia and walks to the cafes in town. Bird watching is very popular as we are on a major migratory route. Cork oak forests abound and offer welcome shade from the hot summer sun, and after all that exercise kick off your shoes and cool off in the infinity pool. Wind down with a glass of local wine or ice cold beer or test your culinary skills on the BBQ. brbrFrom the villa there are many attractions within a short drive. The peaks and contour roads of Foia and Picota afford 360 degree panoramic views, don't forget your camera! For the more adventurous, take some of the side roads and visit deserted watermills or the ghost village of Barbelote with its stunning cascade. The mountains here are quite spectacular and not to be missed ideal for the biker, hiker or just a casual stroll.brbrLocal Spas and Wellness Centre.brbrThe famous village of Caldas de Monchique with its health spa and wellness center is only 10 minutes drive away here you can take in the famous Monchique spring waters and enjoy being pampered in the health salons at either Hotel Termas de Monchique or Longevity Wellness Centre. In summer in the evening, you can listen to local live music whilst dining in the Caldas de Monchique square at Restaurant 1692. brbrA Short Drive Away.brbrThere are several golf courses, the nearest just 15 minutes drive away, and the new Autodromo do Algarve, F1 designed race track, features various motorsport events and track days and if you are up to it, a stunning go kart track open to the public. The busier tourist areas of the south coast and the town of Portimao with shopping malls, night life, sardine restaurants, sandy beaches and marina is just 25 minutes away. Take a boat trip from Portimao or Lagos to watch the dolphins in their natural habitat. brbrShopping in Nearby Portimao.brbrPortimao has now surpassed Faro to become the shopping mecca of the Algarve and is just 20 minutes drive from Monchique. Boasting the largest shopping mall on the Algarve, Aqua Portimao is situated just 20 minutes drive from Monchique, on three floors with 117 shops, restaurants and a hypermarket, again parking is free. There is an excellent choice including many big names such as Primark, H & M, Zara, Foot Locker, Mango, Massimo Dutti and much more. It is open daily from 0900 to 2400. There are also numerous other supermarkets in Portimao such as Lidl and Aldi plus Aqua Portimao a retail centre with C & A, Sport Zone, Guimaraes shoes and Casa homeware. brbrOne of the finest holiday rental homes in Portugal designed for ultimate Algarve holidays.brPrivate location with stunning views of the coast and the lights of Portimao and Alvor at night.brIdeal climate for Spring, Summer and Autumn Villa Holidays.brGreat for Snowbirds and winter escapees.brFree Unlimited Broadband WiFi.brInfinity swimming pool and gourmet BBQ area.brIdeal for walking, biking, birding, wildlife, climbing holidays, or just simple a great place to unwind and relax.brAlthough this villa is self catering you are less than 5 Minutes drive to 10 restaurants and 10 minutes walk to 3 restaurants!brJust 10 minutes from Caldas de Monchique and spas, the famous Hotel Termas de Monchique with Spa facilities open to Villa Vida Nova clients with exclusive guest status! br10 minutes to Longevity Wellness Centre. br20 minutes to nearest Golf and 40 minutes to the famous courses at Villamoura, Quinta de Lago and Vale de Lobo.br20 Minutes to the Autodromo Race track and Karting track.brOnly 40 minutes drive to the delightful and historic town of Lagos. brIdeally situated for a choice of both South Coast and pristine West Coast Beaches.brThis Private Villa is just 1 hour from Faro and the airport making it ideal for your holiday in Algarve and your number 1 choice for villa rentals Algarve.brbrNotesbrViews include coast, mountains and forests. There is an outside lounge area under cover with al fresco dining for eight, BBQ and drinks fridge. Sun loungers and umbrellas around the pool. There are Fruit trees in the garden including Oranges, Tangerines, Plums, Cherries, Peaches, Lemons, Sharron Fruit , Figs, and Olives to which Guests can help themselves. 4 Televisions and 2 satellite decoders giving English TV channels. Free Broadband Wifi Internet.

Superb Coastal Views, Infinity Pool, a Luxurious & Tranquil Private Family Villa

Monchique, Faro District, Portugal

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Exceptional(58)

$267.43

brA beautiful house nestled in its luxuriant garden, with a large saltwater pool and annexe providing flexible accommodation for up to ten people, all in the magical setting of Monchique Mountain, with stunning views across the foothills to the coast beyond. brbrEstablished over fifty years ago, Casa Ginjeira enjoys one of the mountain’s prime locations, in a peaceful south-facing valley, yet close to the local amenities. The house is set in a large garden surrounded by olive and citrus groves and ancient terraces that are still traditionally farmed, against a backdrop of cork oak forests. While sitting on the veranda or by the pool you will be able to relax in total seclusion, and yet the nearest restaurant is actually a short walk away, up a country track. Monchique is the perfect holiday location. The region is popular with walkers, cyclists and lovers of nature, as well as people who come for the gastronomic specialities of the area. The numerous excellent restaurants specialise in black pork dishes as well as favourites such as chicken piri-piri. You needn’t miss out on any of the famous beaches of the Algarve, as both the south and west coasts are equally accessible from our house, and when you return, the countryside provides a green refuge from the busy resorts. brbrThe pretty market town of Monchique is just 4km away, with more restaurants and bars and a large supermarket where you can buy anything you may need. Further afield you have the choice of two coastlines within easy reach; the glamorous and busy South, or the wild and spectacular West, with world class surfing. There are many famous golf courses also within easy reach. There are also historic towns to explore, and there are miles of empty lanes that wind around the valley to be explored. Wherever you go it is a pleasure to return to our peaceful valley.brbrWhen you first arrive you come to the large courtyard, with a typically Portuguese pavement of marble mosaics in a wavy pattern depicting lemons. To the side is a high retaining wall of beautiful granite stones, broken by a waterfall that trickles into a basin. This is the rock that the mountain is made from, and everywhere the slopes have been formed into wide terraces, mostly by manual effort without machinery, to create the food-basket of the Algarve, where the rich fertile soil is watered by numerous streams.brbrThe feathery leaves of some mature jacaranda trees can be seen over the wall on the other side of the courtyard, their brilliant blue blossoms tempt you down into the garden below. When you look over it, you can see down into the first of many terraces that make up our garden, melding imperceptibly into the surrounding countryside, so that the neighbours’ donkeys, sheep and cows seem to be grazing on our land. The side of the house facing the courtyard resembles a traditional Portuguese country house, with decorative pediments in yellow ochre over the door and windows.brbrCasa Ginjeira retains the gracious style and comforts of an established home, with antiques and artworks collected over the years, whilst it has recently been thoroughly modernised with new bathrooms and beautiful terracotta floors which are heated when required and cool in the summer. The sitting room is furnished for comfortable evenings around the log fire, and has modern entertainment systems as well as a host of books. The well-equipped kitchen, decorated with traditional Portuguese tiles, opens onto the dining room, with a large dining table of African hardwood. The main house has two bathrooms with baths and walk-in showers and four spacious bedrooms all with terracotta tiled floors and enough space for a desk, an armchair, and other comforts that make a bedroom more appealing. All the rooms have french windows, with louvred shutters, that open onto the wide veranda, giving the house a colonial feel. With the french windows open and the curtains drawn to let in the breeze, the rooms are kept cool by the shade under veranda’s pretty tiled roof, and their high ceilings with ceiling fans ensure the air circulates within. brbrFurther accommodation is provided by the 60 sq.m. Pool Cottage. A double bedroom on a mezzanine has an ensuite shower bathroom, and below this a further shower bathroom and a large open-plan living area with underfloor heating, a full size kitchen and enough seating around the open fire for twelve, or alternatively to bed-down two extra people. The Pool Cottage would be ideal for a couple who want to be a little separate from the rest of the house, or a family with children, or else it can be used as a large living room, being close to the pool. brbrThe 10x5metre swimming pool is built behind the main house so as not to spoil the peace of the garden in front. It is on the level of the rooftop, and so it also enjoys magnificent mountain views. You reach it by climbing a flight of curved steps in the courtyard. It has plenty of places to sunbathe between dips, and shares its broad terrace with four olive trees, which also provide the shade for another place to eat. There is a large built-in barbecue with a sink and running water. At the other end of the pool is the Pool Cottage with its kitchen, so you can easily prepare the food close by. brbrThe extended season ensured with underfloor heating inside the house is also extended to the swimming pool, which is heated by a heat pump powered by our own solar electricity. From April to October pool heating is included in the price of your rental. This is a great benefit, as many holiday rentals charge extra for pool heating. brbrAbove the pool is a decked area surrounded by flowerbeds providing another place to relax on sun-loungers under grapevines clambering over a rustic pergola. Our large garden has many more places to relax; in a hammock slung between jacaranda trees; amidst lavender and olive trees; or way down in the orange grove, where you can gather armfuls of sweet juicy fruit. Water runs through the garden in a rill, the air is cooled by fountains and waterfalls, and there is a large semicircular fish pond presided over by a garden spirit sculpted into the wall.brbrThe garden extends down the valley, and a natural spring wells up forming a stream that falls into a pond surrounded by watercress.brbrWherever you wander in the garden you will always return to the veranda, which is an outdoor room with many uses; enjoy lunch around the dining table in the shade; take a siesta in one of the recliners; watch the valley fill with golden sunlight as you take drinks in the evening and at night gaze up at the sky filled with countless stars.

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The Stonehouse is a Detached Converted 2 bedroom farm house nestled in the hillside with it's own private swimming pool and south facing terrace with a panoramic view across tree tops towards Portimão, where the sea can be seen glistening on the horizon, yet is just minutes from the quaint market town of Monchique offering all the local amenities, restaurants, cafes and bars. Monchique has the added benefit of being only a 25-minute drive from the South Coast Beaches, approximately 45 minutes from the more secluded and picturesque West Coast Beaches and 30 minutes from the Portimao Autodrome, home of the Portuguese F1 from 2027.brThe Stonehouse offers Privacy, comfort, space, character and as much seclusion as you desire. Restaurants and traditional bars are a few minutes’ drive away or make use of the stone BBQ on the terrace and fully equipped kitchen.brEntering through the kitchen to the spacious living room with dining table, 4 dining chairs, sofa, 2 armchairs, TV, Cd player & wood burning stove you can continue to enjoy the panoramic view. brAdjacent to the fully equipped kitchen which has a full electric cooker, fridge, microwave, coffee maker, Iron & board is a further bedroom which can accommodate 2 further people, either as a Double, Twin, or Single.brDownstairs is the main bedroom (5ft wide bed) & bathroom (bath with shower over bath) toilet and basin, also housing a washing machine. All ground floor windows are fitted with fly screens.brAcross the Private terrace is a small private swimming pool, perfect for cooling off on those gloriously hot sunny days! or just relax and enjoy the view in the shade of the old olive tree.brA patio table, parasol, 4 chairs, 4 sun loungers and stone BBQ are provided. Terraced gardens with washing line. Hillside secluded location with stunning view. brCar parking space alongside of house.brFor the winter months there is a log fire and oil filled radiators.brThere is a weekly maid service.

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