CASA PALMELA (12A), QUINTA DA SAUDADE

Casa Palmera (Villa 12a) is a two bedroom air-conditioned villa situated on the beautiful Quinta da Saudade, a small estate of privately-owned villas.  It occupies approximately twenty-four acres about five miles west of the tourist resort of Albufeira

The Quinta nestles in the peaceful country setting of an old hillside farm estate.  It is surrounded by orange, almond and olive trees and is about forty-five minutes drive from the Airport at Faro.

The nearest beach is less than two miles away.  It is a magnificent long stretch of sand, bounded by dunes, where you can escape the crowds, even in August.

There are two swimming pools, a children’s play area and shallow pool.  The Quinta also has a tennis court, table tennis, petanque and crazy golf in the orchard.  On site is a restaurant and bar in the old farmhouse.  And there is a pool bar open throughout the day.

The Riding Stables at the Quinta da Saudade have some fabulous horses that are available for gallops across the dunes or slow hacks through the countryside.

There are attractive country walks in the vicinity and there is a wetlands nature reserve nearby with a wealth of bird and plant life not commonly found in the UK.  Purple Heron, Little Bittern, Alpine Swift, Bee Eater, Red Necked Night Jar, Azure Winged Magpie and more.

The villa comprises of two good sized air-conditioned bedrooms, one double with ensuite and one triple with single beds.

The kitchen is well-equipped.

The sitting room has a log burner for the winter months, air-conditioning, wireless internet, a music player and plenty of books and games.  French doors open out onto a larger private terrace with an outdoor dining area with a built-in barbecue, and a further terrace below with sun loungers

The villa has a roof terrace which is the ideal place for watching the sun setting.

Beneath the villa there is a laundry broom with a washing machine, ironing board and an extra fridge freezer.

The Quinta da Saudade is five miles west of Albufeira and is perfectly located for many day trips to entertain all the ages.  Zoo Marine, water parks, dolphin cruises, paddle-boarding; cave trips, there are many trips in the area and can be booked via the Quinta Office.  Salgados golf course is a five minute drive away

Bedding and towels are provided but not towels for the beach or pools.

The villa rental is inclusive of maid service and utilities.  If you are staying in the villa between November and mid-April, you will be charged for electricity and logs.  This is when we charge a basic rent for the villa.

The rent also includes the use of all the amenities at the Quinta da Saudade.  There is a small charge for the tennis court.

Bookings are on a weekly basis from Thursday to Thursday, but if your holiday has to start on specific days, please let me know – we can be flexible.