Self-catering holiday apartment, close to pools, minutes from beach and bars — Property 9445

Self-catering holiday apartment, close to pools, minutes from beach and bars

This lovely two-bedroomed family apartment sleeps 4 in comfort. It has a large sun terrace, and is close to a resort pool. Just a short walk to local shops, bars, restaurants and the beach. Rocha Brava is a great Algarve holiday resort, where the sun shines +300 days per year. A 4-star complex with 3 pools, 4 tennis courts, fitness centre, cafe, bars, shops and restaurant. There is WiFi access, car/ taxi hire and a baby sitting service. It's ideal for families with children (free Kid's Club May-Sept for 4-12yr olds), being close to great beaches, water parks, cave boat trips, Zoo Marine etc. There's a free bus service into lively Carvoeiro, with lots of shops, bars and restaurants and a delightful beach. It's also excellent for couples and friends who enjoy playing tennis (the tennis centre has a resident pro), golf (discounts for RB guests at many clubs), walking and sightseeing (lots of historic sites). The west coast is fantastic for surfing and exploring the vast National Park.

Location Carvoeiro Rocha Brava < Carvoeiro / Lagoa region < Algarve < Portugal

Carvoeiro Rocha Brava < Carvoeiro / Lagoa region < Algarve < Portugal

 marks the location of this property in Rocha Brava

Availability for the apartment in Carvoeiro / Lagoa region, Algarve, Portugal

Last updated on:

Thursday, 04 September 2008

Changeover day:

flexible

Normal availability

All year

Rental rates for the apartment in Carvoeiro / Lagoa region, Algarve, Portugal

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Notes to the rental rates

• A minimum booking of two weeks is required for the July-August period.; at least one week at all other times. Flexible arrival and departure days are acceptable, subject to availability.
  A deposit of £150 (non refundable) is payable with the booking. The balance owing for the holiday is to be paid 8 weeks prior to departure.
  
• Rental includes all linen and towels, except beach and pool towels - please provide your own. Maid service and a change of linen (sheets and towels) is provided each week if you stay longer than a week. If you require extra maid service or linen changes these can be ordered at Rocha Brava reception when you arrive and paid direct to Rocha Brava when you leave - approx cost £70 (6 days per week).
  Beach and pool towels are not provided.
  
• If a cot and/or a high chair is required, these can be hired at Rocha Brava reception. Please advise if you need either of these items when you book so that we can notify Rocha Brava. These items are additional to the rental of the apartment and should be paid for by guests before departure. Approx cost £4-5.50 per day for a cot and £2.50 per day for a high chair.
  Discounts are available for long-term lets during the cooler months, when it is still much warmer than the UK!
  Panel heaters and a wood-burning stove are available to use during the cooler months.
  

Accommodation and Facilities for the apartment in Carvoeiro / Lagoa region, Algarve, Portugal

Carvoeiro and the local area

Carvoeiro is a lively fishing village and beach resort 3 km west of Rocha Brava. The village is well served with banks, a post office, pharmacy and shops selling everything from beach mats to fashionable clothes, fresh produce and locally produced wine. Many bars and restaurants provide an amazing choice of places to eat and drink. The area around Carvoeiro has plenty of delightful coves with lovely sandy beaches and safe swimming; some have umbrellas and loungers for hire and a lifeguard to ensure your safety. Many of these beaches also have a beach bar where you can enjoy fresh fish and the ubiquitous chicken piri piri. East of Rocha Brava is the delightful fishing port of Benagil, and the spectacular cliffs and glorious golden sand of Praia Marinha. To the west are the lovely beaches of Pintadinho and Ferragudo (good for watersports). Although a car is not essential it is worthwhile if you want to explore these places and venture further afield.

Exploring the nearby region

North of Carvoeiro is Lagoa, the wine capital of the Algarve, with wine tasting shops and a good market. Just north of here the new road link brings you to Silves, the ancient Moorish capital of the Algarve. Overlooking the fertile valley of the Rio Arade, Silves has typical narrow streets, a colourful market, lots of cafes and good restaurants, an ancient castle (where an Islamic garden is now being created) and a museum. Further west is the historic port of Lagos, where Henry the Navigator, who financed many voyages of discovery in the 15th century, is thought to have established a school of navigation. This is one of the most interesting and attractive coastal towns on The Algarve with its marina, fishing port, churches, castle, pedestrian shopping centre and lots of bars and restaurants! Do visit the impressive, newly restored market, where you can buy the freshest fish and meat and the best quality vegetables and fruit I have ever seen.

Further afield

Inland from Lagos and Portimao is Monchique and the Caldas de Monchique, famous for its warm mineral waters. From here are some gentle walks through the wooded valleys in the foothills of the Serra Monchique. At the south-western end of Portugal are the delightfully unspoilt fishing villages of Sagres, Salema and Burgau, complete with sandy beaches, welcoming bars and restaurants. At Sagres you can visit the famous wind compass and fort and nearby the impressive lighthouse of Cape St Vincent. The towering cliffs - the most westerly point of continental Europe - are stunning. If you are into surfing, the magnificent beaches on the west coast are a surfer's paradise. Or, if you are enjoy walking or getting away from the crowds then stop off in the National Park which surrounds this area. It offers tantalising glimpses of the natural flora and fauna of this more natural, wild area of The Algarve.