The Eastern Algarve:
The Eastern Algarve is considered to be the most picturesque part in the Algarve. The Ria Formosa Natural Park is host to a large migratory bird population and is just a few minutes walk from the villa. The Portuguese town of Tavira only about ten minutes by car is known as the most beautiful town in the Algarve and recommended for its historical past, Roman architecture and 37 churches. Throughout the year there are music events and festivals and many more activities across the whole Summer. Tavira also has a fabulous daily market where you can buy fish straight off the boats and meat, fruit and vegetables from the local farmers.
Location:
Cabanas is 30 minutes drive from Faro airport and only 30 minutes drive to the Spanish border. So, if you wish you may easily take a day trip to Spain whilst you are there!. In Cabanas you will experience a relaxing holiday in beautiful surroundings in an authentic Portugal!
Beaches:
Cabanas beach is near the villa and to get there you take a fishermen's boat across the estuary 'Ria Formosa'. The journey takes a few minutes and is very pleasant and relaxing. The beach is natural and uncrowded with the warmest water on the coastline. There are several other magnificent beaches near by, all easily accessible by car.
Golf:
Near the villa there are six splendid golf courses overlooking the country side and the Ocean:
BENAMOR GOLF CLUB, 18 Hole Par 71
QUINTA DE CIMA AND QUINTA DA RIA, golf complex with two courses - 18 Hole Par 72
QUINTA DO VALE GOLF RESORT, designed by Severiano Ballesteros - 18 Hole Par 72
MONTE REI GOLF CLUB, a very prestigious golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus - 18 Hole Par 72
CASTRO MARIM GOLF, a luxury complex being the Grouse Course, the Atlantic Course and the Guadiana Course. An excellent combination of 2 times 18 holes can be played from these 3 courses.
They are all a challenge to both the novice as well as the more accomplished golfer.
There are a number of other golf courses in close proximity along the Algarve and we can, under request, provide a list not only from the South of Portugal but from the South of Spain too.