Unique house with pool amidst an oasis of calm

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Santa Catarina da Fonte do Bispo, Algarve
  • Old Town
    27 min drive
  • Estoi Palace
    28 min drive
  • Olhao Harbour
    29 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    55 min drive

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About the area

Tavira

With a stay at this farm stay in Tavira, you'll be in the mountains, and 10.9 mi (17.6 km) from Novacortica Cork Factory and 11.3 mi (18.2 km) from Municipal Swimming Pool. .This farm stay is 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel and 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from Old Town.

What's nearby

  • Tavira Castle - 25 min drive - 24.0 km
  • Old Town - 27 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Estoi Palace - 28 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Olhao Harbour - 29 min drive - 26.3 km
  • Cabanas Beach - 53 min drive - 38.8 km

Getting around

  • Vila Real Santo Antonio Cacela Station - 35 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Beira Serra - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪O Constantino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lagar Mesquita - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Jin Yuan - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Fonte da Pedra - ‬21 min drive

About this property

Unique house with pool amidst an oasis of calm

In een rustiek bergdorpje middenin een prachtig natuurgebied in de Oostelijke Algarve vindt u deze charmante Portugese quinta.
‘Casa do carvalho’ betekent letterlijk’ huis onder de steeneik en vormt het ideale verblijf voor wie samen met familie of vrienden in alle rust wil onthaasten en genieten van de zonnige Algarve.

Aantal leefruimtes: 7 (keuken en woonkamer, 3 slaapkamers, 2 badkamers)
Slaapplaatsen: 3 slaapkamers (6 personen)

Grote mature tuin met verschillende terrassen en panoramisch uitzicht op de heuvels.

Voorzien van alle comfort!
Keuken: Fornuis, oven, microgolf, koelkast met vriesvak, koffiezet, blender, vaatwasser, toaster, fruitpers
Badkamer: Douche, bad, bidet, haardroger
Multimedia: satelliet TV (TV Vlaanderen), WIFI, video & DVD -speler, muziekinstallatie
Voor kinderen: klimrek & schommel, speelgoed & spelletjes, kinderbed en – stoel (op aanvraag)
Andere: wasmachine, stofzuiger, strijkijzer, strijkplank, beddegoed en linnen inbegrepen, haardvuren, leesboeken & video’s.

Tuin: 6000 m2

Zwembad: Privé, niet overdekt
Afmetingen: diameter 6 m, diepte 110 tot 135 cm

Andere: ligstoelen, schommelstoel, privé parking, gasBBQ

Handdoeken en lakens inbegrepen

De unieke ligging van deze traditionele hoeve omgeven door een mature tuin met een verwarmde zwembad en de charmante accomodatie vormen de perfecte ingrediënten om maximaal te genieten van de wonderbaarlijke Algarve: het mooie weer, de diverse natuur, een gezellige BBQ,...

Kortom, de ideale uitvalsbasis voor een welverdiende geslaagde vakantie.
A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. The bathroom features a shower, a bidet, and a hair dryer. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Stijn Sohier

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Guest services

  • Golf privileges (optional)

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden

More

  • Books
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: buiten op het terras wel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV/satellite channels
  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Fireplace
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Private pool
  • Washing machine

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Property Registration Number 68248/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Unique House With Pool Amidst an Oasis of Calm Tavira

Unique house with pool amidst an oasis of calm Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Daniela Amada M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good place to stay, few issues to be solved
This is a lovely villa in a lovely peaceful location, the pool was well maintained and the house was clean. There are however a number of negatives with this property; when we booked the property the pool was advertised as heated, it is not. There are air conditioning units in the sitting room and one in the master bedroom, neither of which work, we understand they have been "disabled". We were very uncomfortable at night even with the window open, there is a fan but it is noisy and it smells as though something is burning, so we couldn't use it. The property is three bedrooms but has six single beds, so a couple has to push the beds together but of course, there is a gap. There appears to be a double bed in the master bedroom but again it is two single beds pushed together. I would have thought there should at least be a proper double bed in the master bedroom. We were in the property for ten days but there are no replacement sheets or towels available, we were given the option of washing our own sheets and towels, there is a washing machine but no washing powder. This could be a perfect holiday rental property, but only if these issues are dealt with.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful villa in peaceful location
Absolutely loved this villa. Great areas to sit out from sunrise to sunset and enjoy the views. Lovely pool. Well equipped house. Enjoyed the remote location in the hills- bird life, great views, very relaxing, remote. We went with our 10 month old daughter who had a great time. Host made everything very straightforward and good directions. You don’t really want to leave the villa but we had some good trips out to surrounding towns. Would definitely recommend if you want to get away from it all.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Sam Eveleigh E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic setting and property, shame about no wifi.
The gardens and pool are absolutely stunning and the location is beautiful and very peaceful. We had a fantastic week here. The only downside was that the wifi didn't work at all. We tried the terrace and various other locations around the property and rebooted a few times, but nothing. We suspect it hadn't been topped up. Our data was also very patchy as it is so remote. If you want no contact with the outside world at all, this is the place for you, but if you have teenagers who do want some contact with their friends or you want to check the odd email, this is probably not the best option. We feel it would be more transparent to advertise as not having wifi. On arrival, several electrical sockets were partially hanging out of the walls and the pool light didn't work for our duration. Both issues were raised with the pool cleaner and we did text the owner about the wifi, but didn't hear back. However, overall it was a great week and these things didn't spoil it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Julie w.

Peaceful
Lovely property in an idyllic location.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Lovely farmhouse in a peaceful location
A lovely secluded little house, perfect for anyone who wants to get away from the crowds. The farmhouse is easily big enough for two adults and two (older) teens and could easily accommodate six. The outside space is fantastic, with a covered area for eating, loungers by the pool and seats under a tree. Plenty of room so no one feels like they are getting in each other's way. A beautiful 40 minute drive from Faro, and 30 minutes to Tavira (definitely recommended!) The only thing worth pointing out is that the track down to the house is quite narrow and has a hill to one side, so nervous passengers may want to get out and walk the last 50 yards of the journey. Certainly not a reason not to go though! Hope to return next year, and we've never returned to any cottage or villa we've rented before!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Petra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super privé huis met prachtig zwembad
Erg mooi en heel compleet uitgerust huis. Werkelijk alles is er. Top ligging, erg veel privacy en super zwembad en buitenruimte. We hebben genoten.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizbateh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia d.

Liked: Cleanliness
maison très agréable
excellent séjour à l abri des flux touristiques , une maison tranquille au milieu des montagnes . une petite suggestion pour optimiser encore plus , des volets pour plus d obscurité , à part cela tout est parfait , les propriétaires sont très réactifs . Merci
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joaquim F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
The place was amazing, location and house are both incredible !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Séjour idyllique
Si vous aimez le calme, l’authenticité et le confort, cette maison est faite pour vous! Nous y avons passé un excellent séjour.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

andrea c.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfetto
ottima soluzione per godersi l'Algarve nella quiete assoluta. La casa oltre ad essere in una posizione unica, è splendidamente equipaggiata e arredata con gusto. Il giradino circostate è curato in ogni dettaglio. Perfetta in ogni dettaglio. Complimenti all'owner.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michel K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Heerlijke plek!
Ruime woning op een prachtige locatie. We hebben genoten van de rust en de natuur om ons heen. De kinderen vonden het heerlijk in het zwembad. De keuken is goed uitgerust zodat het fijn is om zelf te koken of gebruik te maken van de gas BBQ. Prettig dat er een wasmachine is en de kinderen vonden het heel tof dat er goede WIFI was! Zij hadden een kamer met goed bereik, dit was niet in alle kamers. Buiten onder het afdak was onze favoriete plek om te relaxen, eten, drinken, lezen en spelletjes te doen. Als je dit huis bezoekt, kijk dan ook eens in het fotoalbum over de verbouwing van dit huis. Heel bijzonder om te zien hoe deze plek opgebouwd is! Je bent ongeveer 10 minuten, met de auto, onderweg door de bergen om op drukkere plekken te komen. Er liggen gezellige stadjes in de buurt die je kunt bezoeken. Ook een autotocht door de bergen maken is erg leuk. Kortom: Wij hebben van onze vakantie genoten! Familie Kerckhoffs
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Miriam M.

Mala experiencia en general
La ubicación no era mala, pero mal camino de acceso. En el anuncio decían que había aire acondicionado, pero no era así. Aunque nos hicieron un descuento, no mereció la pena. Pasamos mucho calor. Barbacoa sin bombona de gas( hasta el día siguiente de pedirla no nos la trajeron. Obra en una casa que hay pegada con el consiguiente ruido. Y además para colmo( aunque sé que no era culpa de los dueños) teníamos máquinas trabajando toda la noche cortando árboles y haciendo caminos. También nos fallo varias veces la luz, una noche varias horas, incluso tuvimos q hacer la cena y cenar con las escasas velas q había en la casa.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maren S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ruhig und schöne Aussicht
Herrliche Ruhe, wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen .
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Romain d.

Liked: Cleanliness
10 jours de vacances au calme sans que rien ne manque
La casa do Carvalho est une charmante petite maison nichée au cœur des montagnes. Calme et tranquillité sont au rendez-vous. La maison est située à 15 minutes du premier village et à une vingtaine de minutes de São Brás de Alportel où on peut trouver tout le nécessaire (3 supermarchés - pleins de petits commerces et un bourg sympa où se trouvent également des restaurants). La ville de Tavira (plus touristique) est également située à une vingtaine de minutes. Son éloignement des villages environnant en fait un réel atout si vous voulez décompresser et passer des vacances au calme. La maison est située entre deux autres habitations similaires mais ne souffre d’aucun vis à vis. Le petit chemin qui la dessert est uniquement utilisé par les riverains (les 3 maisons) et ne présente donc pas de risques ni ne génère de nuisances. Le jardin est bien entretenu et la végétation y est très présente (elle permet notamment de créer un cocon autour de la maison). La piscine est très agréable (6 m de diamètre sur 1.3m de profondeur) et est nettoyée une fois par semaine (largement suffisant). Plusieurs terrasses et une grande table pour les repas permettent de toujours profiter du soleil, du matin jusqu’à environ 18-19h (fin août). La maison est très bien agencée avec un salon, une salle à manger avec cuisine ouverte, trois chambres et deux salles de bain. Côté équipements, rien ne manque. La vaisselle est présente en quantité suffisante et il y a tout ce qu’on faut pour cuisiner. Vous y trouverez un Lave-vaisselle, une machine à laver, la tv par satellite, une chromecast, internet (debit 8Mb/s stable), tout y est pour passer un séjour très agréable. Deux bémols (tout à fait personnel). Premièrement, la literie. Les matelas sont de bonnes qualités mais le sommier de la chambre parentale mériterait d’être changé. Il grince et l’absence de tête de lit font que les oreillers ne cessent de tomber pendant la nuit. Second bémol, la température qui peut vite monter dans la maison (les climatisations ne marchent pas). Mais, au fil des jours, nous avons réussi à « optimiser » la ventilation des pièces pour retrouver un peut de fraîcheur en soirée. Nous avons passé un séjour très agréable et n’hésitons pas à recommander la casa do Carvalho. La maison est très agréable, bien équipée et surtout au calme et isolée. La communication avec les propriétaires est excellente et ils ont été aux petits soins pour que nous passions un séjour agréable.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

João S., Lisboa

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantástico
Uma estadia fantástica, num local lindo e isolado. A casa é muito gira e tem todas as comodidades necessárias. A limpeza impecável, nada a apontar. Ideal para umas férias em família ou com amigos.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sofia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paz, tranquilidade e comodidade
É a propriedade perfeita para quem procura um lugar calmo, longe de multidões mas com todas as comodidades. A casa está muito bem equipada com tudo o que possa fazer falta e que se possa imaginar, o contacto com o anfitrião é rápido e todas as questões que tivemos foram rapidamente resolvidas. A piscina é excelente, apanha sol desde manhã bem cedo até cerca das 18h (em final de Agosto). A única coisa que acho que faz falta é uma boa ventoinha em cada quarto. Não sei se é assim sempre mas apanhamos uma semana com imenso calor e os quartos à noite rondavam os 31°C (viamos pela câmara de vigilância da nossa bebé que tem termometro). Em suma adoramos e gostaríamos de repetir com certeza!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

corinne d.

Disliked: Cleanliness
critiques
endroit très calme mais trop de petits détails : la majorité des prises éléctriques est arrachée, les climatisations ne fonctionnent pas, les abords pourraient être mieux entretenus, les bains de soleil sont cassés. La chambre en face de la cuisine meriterait une clim car elle présente 1 porte fenetre et 1 fenetre très exposées au soleil donc la chambre est très chaude le soir. Disons qu'à ce prix là ont est en droit d'attendre mieux

10/10 Excellent

Mark V.

Very remote house
This house was located very remotely, at night the silence was deafening and we could see a lot more stars as back in the Netherlands. A great house if you want privacy and just want to relax. The owners respond very quick to any potential questions and issues.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

4/10 Poor

Klaus W.

Haus in den Bergen
Das Haus liegt in den Bergen zwischen zwei weiteren Ferienhäusern. Als Mieter muss man die relativ lange Anfahrt zum nächsten Dorf und bis zum Strand berücksichtigen. Bei unserem Aufenthalt war das Haus und der Garten nicht in einem optimalen Zustand. Viele Kleinigkeiten trübten den Gesamteindruck. Der Zustand des Hauses entsprach nicht dem Preis.
Stayed 27 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Henrique F.

Casa típica, bem remodelada, boa piscina e bom alpendre para refeições. Muito longe de Tavira.
Casa típica, bem remodelada, boa piscina e um excelente alpendre para refeições. Utilizamos o grelhador a gás que é excelente todas as noites. As crianças adoraram a piscina e a casa na arvore. Unico inconveniente é a localização da casa, muito longe de tavira e a pelo menos 15 min do primeiro café ou mercearia.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016