See all properties
Save
Entire home

Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.

Photo gallery for Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.

Pool
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11259 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

View map
Altura, Castro Marim
  • Place, Pinhal do Gancho
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Altura Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

Ad
2 outdoor pools, pool loungers

Octant Vila Monte

Olhao
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Pet-friendly
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, 179 reviews
The price is AU$743
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Octant Vila Monte

About the area

Altura

A family-friendly stay in Castro Marim awaits you at this villa. You'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Ria Formosa Natural Park and 4 km (2.5 mi) from Pinhal do Gancho. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and villa features a private pool, a washing machine and free WiFi. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. 2 bathrooms, a fireplace and a balcony are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
View more Villas in AlturaOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Pinhal do Gancho - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Altura Beach - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Verde Beach - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Manta Rota Beach - 9 min drive - 6.2 km

Getting around

  • Castro Marim Station - 6 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪prio - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪A Camponesa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pastelaria Manta Doce - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café A Paragem - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mar à Vista - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.

Our beautiful villa sleeps six adults and five children. All bedrooms have air-conditioning. All linen, towels and beach towels provided. Kitchen fully equipped with everything you need, large fridge freezer, microwave and Nespresso coffee machine. Only 5 min drive to Altura town and beaches. Large private pool and landscaped garden with outdoor shower. Built in bbq and relaxing rattan outdoor seating with Pergola. Large balcony with stunning views to the scenic countryside and sea. Unlimited Wifi throughout.

Similar properties

Beach nearby
LUXURY 4 BED VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL NEAR BEACH AND GOLF ☀️
Castro Marim
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
4.6 out of 5, Wonderful, 43 reviews
LUXURY 4 BED VILLA WITH PRIVATE POOL NEAR BEACH AND GOLF ☀️

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Handrails in stairways
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,788 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
A key safe will be available to you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No smoking inside the house Pets taken outside villa grounds to dirty BBQ area to be kept clean Air-con to be turned off when leaving the house
Unlimited Wifi

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Pets must be taken outside the property to dirty

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Kiddies pool & accessories

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Large Private Family Villa With Pool Garden Wifi
Large Private Family Villa Garden Wifi Altura
Large Private Family Villa Garden Wifi
Large Private Family Garden Wifi Altura
Large Private Family Garden Wifi
Large Private Family Villa Garden Wifi Altura
Large Private Family Villa Garden Wifi
Large Private Family Villa With Pool Garden Wifi
Large Private Family Villa With Pool, Garden, and Wifi Altura
Large Private Family Garden Wifi Altura
Large Private Family Garden Wifi
Villa Large Private Family Villa With Pool, Garden, and Wifi
Large Private Family Villa With Pool Garden Wifi
Large Private Family Wifi
Large Private Family Villa With Pool, Garden, and Wifi Villa

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.?

The closest beach to Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. is Monte Gordo Beach (7.2 km).

Does Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. have a pool?

Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. has a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a private pool and a fireplace.

What makes Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, private pools, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE..

Is Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and laundry facilities, as well as highchairs and children's dinnerware, it's no surprise that Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.?

No, Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Large private villa with private pool, garden, bbq - LONG TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE. Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 36 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic villa

We spent a weekend with family and friends in this wonderful villa. It's in a quiet location, a 10-minute drive from the beach and restaurants. It was fully equipped, and each room had its own bathroom. Even though it wasn't summer, the pool was ready for swimming, and our children really enjoyed it. Great for relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Correu tudo bem. A casa fica numa zona mais rural, afastada da praia, não tem vista alguma sobre o mar. Também não houve limpeza, apesar de termos solicitado.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro Nuno M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacaciones en familia.

Casa excepcional para unas vacaciones en familia. La casa dispone de todo lo necesario y está bien comunicada con los pueblos más cercanos. La piscina es una maravilla y como eramos 10 personas, hemos disfrutado muchísimo.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rita A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Boas férias em família

Correu tudo bem. Boa casa com boas áreas e bom espaço exterior. Muito agradável.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

cristina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excelente vivenda com um espaço exterior magnífico

Fomos um grupo de três famílias, num total de 11 pessoas. A casa estava muito limpa, bem como o espaço exterior. A piscina sempre limpa e a relva aparada. O espaço da casa é ótimo, e o espaço exterior magnífico. Bons colchões, ar condicionado em todos as divisões e boas casas de banho, com excelentes duches. A cozinha muito bem equipada. Só falta uma máquina de café de cápsulas. A TV que está na sala não tem canais portugueses, mas para nós não foi problema. Fomos ver o Europeu a um sports café. Talvez fosse boa ideia uma cobertura na churrasqueira bem como iluminação para a mesma. De resto, tudo excelente e recomendamos esta vivenda a todos que procurem um bom espaço, numa zona muito calma mas perto da praia. Os proprietários são muito simpáticos e acessíveis. A comunicação com a Fátima foi sempre excelente.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Férias em Familia

Tivemos uma estadia muito positiva, a moradia tem condições para muita gente, desde crianças a adolescentes, todos os quartos com ar-condicionado, boa cozinha, boa piscina, boa zona de grelha, etc, gostamos muitos e vamos repetir.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

José S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Ferias

Boa À piscina estava pouco limpa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Pedro R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Avaliação

A casa é agradável mas não deslumbra. os quartos superiores são muito acanhados e mesmo para crianças muito baixos. A casa estava limpa e a localização é boa.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Netjes onderhouden villa

Heel erg naar ons zin gehad gaan weer terug goede service en vriendelijke mensen
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Sofia C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great house

We lived the house and the pool. Except some details all was great. It is a very quiet place and We even had horses as neighbors.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

nuno s.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Fantástico

Muito boa
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Carlos V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Razoável

Gostamos de tudo de uma maneira geral mas a localização e pouco precisa e induz em erro.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

4/10 Poor

Rebecca R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Not quite as described

We stayed as a party of 9 (4 adults, 4 teens and a 10 year old). I think it’s useful for other potential guests to know the following, based on our experience: 1. The 2 bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs are only suitable for small children or anyone under 3ft! They are basically loft rooms, no windows, I lost track of the number of times we banged our heads on the roof and trying to make the beds when you can’t stand up is difficult. 2. The location of the property is remote. The plot to the right is a derelict/ ruined building, overgrown etc and to the left, same sort of thing but half buried shipping containers in the ground. There are 3 neighbourhood dogs that roam about from early evening onwards. They bark (a lot!) and beg, especially if you are eating outdoors/ BBQ etc. 3. The address given was not recognised by any of our sat nav’s. We used last/ long co-ordinates to get us there. 4. The pool is freezing. “Colder than the sea” as many of our party observed, and yes we did all swim in the sea regularly. No pool heating. 5. Wi-fi allowance is incredibly meagre. We got a message after 8/9 days to say that we had used up our allowance. I don’t know how. Adults were just checking emails (2 of us are self employed) 2 of the teens streamed a film one night and that was it! We emailed with owner to ask for this to be sorted but did not hear back from her directly. Obviously we were checking regularly but none of us could get on. Denise (caretaker) told us, as we were checking out, that it had been sorted but it really hadn’t, I can assure you that none of our internet savvy party could get on the Wi-fi for the majority of week 2. I think for the money we payed (over 4000 euros) there should have been Wi-fi for the whole stay. 6. The house is poorly equipped. We have been using HomeAway (and formerly Owners direct) for the last 15 years or more. We have stayed in many, better equipped properties. Not enough mugs/ glasses/ subbed mats/ rubbish (broken) knives etc.. 7. If you want to watch TV for a break from the sun for example, it’s not great. There is a DVD player but no DVD’s so you must take your own. At the end of the day, a holiday is what you make of it. We all had a great time together. The beaches in the area are really lovely. We will be using HomeAway again but will not be booking this property again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Villa

We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful villa. It has everything you need. Very clean and plenty space. Upstairs bedrooms are dormer roof but suited our kids perfect, they both have ensuits and air-conditioning so no complaints. Great size pool, had some fab evenings there with a bbq. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

ADRIAN S.

DIFICULT OWNER

Dear all, since I have some business in the area I rented for one mounths this house. ( for me and 8 engineers ). The house is great as you can see in the pictures. fOR START THE INTERNET IS NOT WORKING, after we payed with all included, they asked us extra money for using the pool. You will find another house in better condition for sure. Regards
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Rinus v.

Goed

Voldoende ruimte en badkamers zitbanken verouderd
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sinead C.

Very nice villa....

We really enjoyed our stay here, this villa is super spacious & clean. The shops/ restaurants and beaches were only a short drive away...which was fantastic! The villa itself is gorgeous, the kitchen is fully equipped and bedrooms are large. The upper terrace is a bonus, we used it in the evenings taking in the views and sunsets or for a break for some peace and quite away from screaming children!! The pool is very large and the outdoor area is clean, modern with loads of seating and loungers. We even enjoyed having BBQ's on a few evenings. The shutters on the windows/doors gave extra security when we were not there and at night. We really enjoyed our stay here. I would recommend.
Verified

4/10 Poor

Maria cristina A.

A localidade da casa é enganosa!

A casa nas fotos parece uma coisa doque realmente na realidade é! No site dizia que a praia é a 2km!! A serio?? Nao se enganem! A casa fica a uns 5km da praia e isolada no meio do do nada!! Bom para quem quer ter umas ferias isoladas e nso ir a praia pelo menos a pé. Fomos enganados pois quando alugamos a casa pensamos mesmo que seria so 2km essa ate foi mais uma das razoes que alugamos a casa! A propriedade esta em muito mau estado! Nao é arranjada, sem manutencao ,tem uns sofas na sala que sao umnojo! Um onde nem sequer nos podemos sentar...a casa estava suja!! A unica preocupacao deles é a manutencao da piscina...pois porque é onde atrai os clientes e os engana! Pelo preco que se paga, nao recomendo a ninguem!!! Longe isolada de tudo, suja e tudo muito estragado!! A piscina era a unica coisa agradavel mas nao se vive numa piscina! Detestamos a experiencia desta casa!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Rui S.

Descrição enganadora

A casa não justifica o valor que pagamos. Não se justifica que os proprietários cobrem este valor por semana e depois ofereçam sofás velhos e empenados, móveis antigos, espremedor de laranjas que funciona às vezes, varinha mágica que não tem, etc... Podem parecer coisas pequenas mas que têm importância numa semana de férias. Por este valor vamos encontrar de certeza melhor. Não se recomenda!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Lionel F.

Une expérience a vite oublier! Vraiment pas terrible!!

Bonjour, Tout d’abord je tiens à préciser qu’il n’est pas dans nos habitudes d’écrire ce qui va suivre mais pour les prochains locataires je pense qu’il faut que cela soit dit. Nous attendions peut être beaucoup trop de cette semaine de vacance mais là nous sommes tombés de haut. Pour commencer, le jour de notre arrivée nous avons mis bien longtemps à trouver la maison. En effet l’adresse qui vous sera communiquée ne vous mènera pas à bon port. Il vous faudra tenter d’échanger avec votre contact « bien aimable (ironie) » qui ne fera aucun effort pour se faire comprendre,sauf en anglais en fonction de son humeur car ni le français ni le portugais sont maîtrisés le tout par téléphone. Finalement arrivés à la maison les premiers problèmes commencent. Pas d’eau chaude les 3ers jours, chauffe eau capricieux, pas d’internet pendant 4 jours, pourtant cette prestation sera facturée lors de votre réservation, le lave vaisselle qui ne fonctionnait pas au bout de 2 jours, le frigo qui bipé sans raisons évidantes, un baby foot annoncé que l’on na jamais trouvé, bref nous en oublions sûrement mais cela reste anecdotique car tellement mineur versus le reste. En effet si nous resituons le contexte, nous sommes dans une location en plein août il fait beau, il fait chaud, même si autour de la maison l’environnement n’est pas terrible ( les 3 maisons voisines étaient en chantier pour 2 d’entres et la 3eme étant un genre d’entrepôt j’oubliais de le préciser) on bosse toute l’année pour les vacances donc allons profiter de l’élément principal, l’atout de la maison, ce qui fait que vous choisissez cette location et pas une autre (et que vous payez le double car sans piscine c’est moins cher) Malheureusement le cauchemar n’était pas fini. Après la 1ere baignade les 1ères gênes sont apparus puis des brûlures (constats egalement du pharmacien)au niveau des maillots de bain, des brassards des enfants, des bouts des doigts, les yeux irrités,... l’eau était tout simplement dangereuse pour nous. Un PH et du chlore très, trop faible. Je vous laisse vous renseigner sur les conséquences d’une eau si acide.Nous ne pouvions plus rester dans cette piscine. Aucune solution trouvée jusqu’à notre départ ni par les propriétaires,ni Abritel,ni personne. Allez demander aux enfants de ne pas profiter de cette espace avec la chaleur estivale. De plus du carrelage glissant autour de la piscine une fois mouillé venez augmenter les nombreux bobos que nous avions tous. En résumé à éviter.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

4/10 Poor

Jacqueline C.

Remote Villa not as described

The owners description is totally misleading. It is certainly not 1.5 kms to the nearest beach  Manta Rota beach (the closest beach) is 4.3 kms away from the villa. I walked it and it took me 50 mins (I don't walk slow). To drive it takes at least 10 mins. Tavira is a 20 - 25 mins drive and not 10 mins as described. There is absolutely nothing close by. Not even a shop. The description suggests there is a restaurant 500 metres away, but there isn't one. Had we known how remote it was, we would not have choosen to stay there. We were under the impression that we would have a 20 minute walk to the beach due to the distances stated. I was absolutely in tears when we arrived by taxi and realised have far it was from anything. We had 4 children with us aged 2-9 yrs and I we knew we would be stranded without transport. We had no other option, but to hire 2 cars. Fortunately Denise the caretaker helped us arrange 1car hire the next day and offered to take us to a supermarket in to get provisions. The nearest supermarket is 1.8 kms away. We ended up spending just under €500 extra on hiring cars!The view to the sea is very difficult to see. Yes you probably could see it with binoculars! There is not a mountain in sight of the villa, not sure why mountain views are mentioned in the description. The villa is nice enough, but there are a few issues. The football table is broken. The bedding is not great. The white sheets are yellowing and the pillows are all stained. There were no beach towels, as described, so we had to ask for them There is a hole in a paving slab close to the pool and two of our young children injured their toes in it. The pool area could do with anti slip material; our children kept falling over once the area became wet. Toilet paper is only provided for the day of arrival.The kitchen equipment is poor - there was only one teaspoon provided.  The frying pans are very old and in bad condition.We really didn't want to cook with them, as they look disgusting. A lot of the crockery is chipped. There are no serving dishes. You need to buy your own dish washer tablets and laundry soap. The iron had exposed wires, so we had to ask for it to be replaced.The wi-fi is not reliable.The shower cubicle is broken in the double bed bedroom and leaks very badly, also has black mould.There is no high chair. We were without gas on our last night. Thank you to Denise and Jimmy for their help. It it wasn't for them, our holiday would have been a disaster!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Marina T.

Netjes

Het huis zag er netjes uit met voldoende slaapkamers en badkamers. Mede dankzij het weer waren wij genoodzaakt binnen te eten en de avond door te brengen. Hiervoor was de keuken eigenlijk te krap met onvoldoende plek voor iedereen aan tafel. Daarbij was het huis erg gehorig/galmend waarschijnlijk door de stenen vloer en het gebrek aan gordijnen. Verder prima onze zin gehad.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gisela G.

Gostamos muito

Gostamos muito da semana que passamos na casa do Kevin. Correspondeu ao que está no anúncio,
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Graham P.

G Paget

In a quite area which was nice for us. Pool and outside area is great. Upstairs rooms have a low ceiling which might be an issue. Otherwise appliances all worked, and house is spacious...would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Fabulous holiday

Our family of 6 adults and 4 small children had a fabulous holiday at this villa which was perfect for us. The villa was clean and well-equipped with plenty of bathrooms and a great area for eating outside. Being just outside the centre of Altura it offered complete privacy. The layout and positioning of the pool made it very safe for the children and they loved every minute they spent in the pool. The beautiful beach, supermarkets and restaurants are all a short drive away. Tavira is about 10 minutes away by car and there are a number of charming villages nearby. Denise was extremely helpful to us when we needed to find a doctor for our three year old a couple of days before we were due to fly home and we would like to express our thanks for her help. We would definitely recommend the villa and would stay there again.