Carvoeiro: a village with real character :
Carvoeiro, a fishing village, 45 minutes from Faro Airport, retains its Portuguese character and the surroundings are thankfully devoid of high rise buildings. The resort has a wide selection of restaurants and bars a few night clubs, boutiques, banks, chemist and local facilities Numerous safe, sandy beaches with stunning cliffs and crystal clear water give superb swimming and water sports. There are beautiful walks along the cliff tops and boat trips can be arranged from the village beach to Algar Seco and the grottos. Nearby are excellent golf courses, along with sports complexes, cycling, fishing, horse riding and the ever-popular Aquatic Flume Parks and Zoo Marine. A car is recommended to reach these and other attractions. namely-Silves, the historical walled town 10km inland. Portimao, the large fishing port 20min drive away; the Monchique mountains with the attractive spa of Caldas da Monchique and the very beautiful quiet west coast now easily accessible on the new motorway.
Casa Margarida: a villa with a history:
Casa Margarida has a unique charm of its own and both the garden with its acre of ground and house have evolved over the years with the addition of a heated pool, double glazing ,air conditioning microwave etc. A new gravel garden has been created and the orchard replanted adding to the character of this attractive villa.
The villa is especially suitable for families with young children with its simple and very practical but also very comfortable furnishings, the gated pool for safety;cots;push chair; children's games for the house, pool and beach, books and the recent addition of a TV and DVD player. There is also a well stocked bookcase for the adults so plenty to read while lazing by the pool or on the beach.
Casa Margarida is approached by a gravel driveway and there is plenty of parking space including a shady area under the fir trees to keep your car cool in high summer. There is total privacy in the beautiful gardens and around the secluded pool.
Casa Margarida and local amenities:
The local villa manager will advise and help you with all your needs. You can also benefit from the cumulative holiday experiences of the many visitors to Casa Margarida over the years. The guest's diary contains a mine of information on local amenities and places to visit as well as a guide to the plentiful array of local restaurants many within walking distance of the villa, complete with ratings on the food and wine. The visitors book praises the charm of Casa Margarida and is evidence that people return again and again...and again.
