Near by there is the beach of Manta Rota (fisherman's village) which lies just about 7 kilometers from the villa, where you can find on your way to the beach a large new supermarket has opened along with a butchers, bakery, there are also restaurants bars & cafes whilst at the beach a very large esplanade with restaurants, relaxation areas and children's play area's and ample parking. The Beach at Manta Rota with fine golden sand, is the perfect place for long walks at the beach as you can walk unlimited km either East or West and with no end to it. Always the Atlantic Ocean beside you to recharge your batteries with peace and tranquility or just for that perfect swim that will give you a boosted energy. If the Sea doesn't have any magic on you than take a morning stroll past Vila Real and the Guadiana River and do some shopping as it is a town with many shops and is full of bargains. Or sit at 'Puro' café that is a must for all locals with the best selection of teas or coffees .
Golfers will be in their element with 2 championship courses within 5 minutes, they are Quinta de Ria and Quinta de Cima, Benamor Championship course 9 minutes away,
or Castro Marim course 2 minutes away and considered now the finest course in Europe Jack Nicklaus's Monte Rey which opened 2007 .
with great main roads with extra wide cycle lanes and beautiful mountain ride or get lost escalating the soft hills and enjoy walking up and down in the gentle hills of Tavira.
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Possiblity to drive to great cities like Evora or Seville.