Coast/Beach:
Praia D'el Rey boasts its own fabulous stretch of long sandy beach, which is great for sunbathing and walking. Strong currents and a constant sea swell, however, make it unsuitable for swimming in areas without a life guard. The nearby Obidos lagoon and Peniche beach are much calmer and great for kids. There are several great spots for surfing and other water sports. South of the resort, the beaches of Baleal, Peniche and Supertubes offer superb surfing conditions. Board hire/lessons available.
Amenities:
There is a small supermarket on the resort. Other supermarkets are located in Peniche and Caldas da Rainha. There is a cash machine and telephone outside the club house. The restaurant in the club house is excellent (take out also available) and the restaurant in the hotel also offer fine cuisine.
Other than golf, activities include:-
Tennis: Courts can be booked for a knock around or for the more serious, one to one coaching is available at the tennis complex, a 3 minute walk from the villa.
Football: There is an international FIFA standard football pitch. Volleyball and handball courts also available.
Mountain biking and walking: The surrounding pine forests and coastal roads are idyllic for walking and biking. Bikes can be hired from the hotel.
Notes on prices:
Prices shown are for the property per week (and per day) in UK pounds. Please note that although the villa is fully secluded from an undeveloped plot next door, some building materials are being stored on this plot. This should not impose any unpleasantness during your stay, however, for this reason the prices have been discounted by 20% throughout the year. Email for late bookings, special offers or long term lets.
Changeover day
Flexible, although during high season Saturday is preferable. Arrivals after 3.00 pm and departures before 10.00 am.
Golf:
The villa is situated only a 5 minute walk from one of Portugal's finest golf courses. Tee off and meet the challenge of a links front 9 with stunning views over the Atlantic Ocean, followed by a beautiful tree-lined back 9. Golf buggies can be hired.
Driving range, putting green and golf lessons available.
10 minutes further up the road is the new design resort Bom Successo with an 18 hole golf course, designed by Donald Steel. This championship course has already been heralded as one Portugal's golfing gems. A demanding course with spectacular views.
40 minutes inland near Rio Major is the Golden Eagle Golf course designed by Rocky Roquemore. This championship course is unique due to its beautiful natural setting and the Golden eagles that circle overhead in the late afternoons.
