Location/Travel:
40km / 40 min from Faro airport.
Car hire is essential and an advantage for seeing all the beauty and places of interest this region has to offer.
Altura has all the amenities and a vast choice in good restaurants, bars and pavement cafes as well as a superb beach that isn't too crowded. 10 min drive you have Tavira, which remains an authentic and charming tapestry of old and new. Monte Gordo is the main resort area of East Algarve with its vast array of cafes, bars and restaurants and Casino and a good choice of shops.
The nearest supermarket is in Altura only 5 min drive.
Not to be missed is the hop over the Guardiana river to Spain and Ayamonte, 15 min by car. Seville is only 1 hour away.
3 Kms to Cacela Velha and Fabrica - not to be missed - the views rival the Bahamas only 5 min drive away.
Vila Real, the last town in Portugal is renowned for linen and towels.
There are so many little towns and villages all only 5/10 min drive and Altura being the heart of them all.
Coast/Beach:
1.5 km from the villa to the beautiful beaches of Alagoa, Manta Rota and Praia Verde. The best thing about these beaches is that their not too crowded and they all have good beach restaurants.
5 min drive to Altura a pretty seaside village with bars, cafes & restaurants.
There are many blue flag beaches in this area. Miles of golden sand stretching to Vila Real and Tavira Island. The beaches are all within 5/10 minute drive of the villa all with excellent facilities and beach restaurants. Stunning scenery at Cacela Velha and Fabrica. Beach activities at Monte Gordo. An unparalleled rural setting!
500 metres to a delightfully restored old coach-house restaurant. You will not be disappointed with the cuisine of this area.
Accomodation:
Ideal for children also suitable for elderly. The villa is based on the ground floor with a lovely front facing balcony on the first floor with stunning 360 degree views of the mountains, sea and beach. Suitable for wheelchair access.
Beautiful brand new detached villa, with gates, lawns and fruit trees. From the front door you are taken to the lounge on your right and the bedrooms on your left. Bathroom has the lovely added feature of glass bricks to share the light. The kitchen is large and bright leading to the large gardens, patio and private 10m x 5m swimming pool. Built in BBQ. Stone garden furniture and sun loungers give ample relaxation both in and out of the sun and for your alfresco dining. Flight of steps takes you to a further sun terrace with sun loungers, taste-full stone furniture and commanding views to the sea. Bask away in the sun on the sun loungers. Sun and shade with cool water to plunge into in your own 10m x 5m swimming pool, with adjoining children pool.
Other Activities:
There is a bus stop directly outside the villa
