Where can I play golf nearby?:
The townhouse is situated 100 yards from the entrance to the Vila Sol Golf Complex. This 27 hole Championship golf course designed by Donald Steel is divided into 3 loops with three levels of difficulty: Prime, Challenge and Prestige. Vila Sol has twice played host to the Portuguese Open, in 1992 and 1993. Within 5 mins drive are numerous other world famous course such as Victoria, Laguna, Millennium etc. 2 newly designed Nick Faldo and Christy O'Connor golf courses opened in 2008. For those willing to travel, it isn't far to many other courses such as Vale Do Lobo and the Quinta resorts.
Should I hire a car?:
Faro Airport is only 20 mins away from Vila Sol with the taxi costing roughly 20 euros. Car hire is not essential but is recommended if you wish to explore more of the Algarve. For the more adventurous among you, hiring a car can take you to some wonderful and picturesque Portuguese countryside and some fabulous beaches.
Wheelchair access and Car Parking?:
Accessibility
Sadly the property is not fully ideal for people with special access requirements. There are a small number of steps up to the townhouse itself, however, the bathrooms are on two separate levels, upstairs and downstairs, requiring staircase access. The sofas, however, in the main living area can be converted into beds if required.
Outside
Patio furniture supplied. The pool area is extremely safe with both adult and kids sections to splash around in and has outside showers. The pool is surrounded by maintained gardens. There is private car parking in the large spacious garage on the basement level of the townhouse.