Reviews of Property: Family AIR CONDITIONED town house with secure gardens and weir pool.
Description
House,
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, 1 Bathroom, 1 Separate Toilet
2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5, 1 Bathroom, 1 Separate Toilet
Facilities
near the sea, village,
garden,
terrace,
balcony,
air-conditioning
Rates
per property
(GBP)
£75 -
£95/night
£250 - £785/week
£250 - £785/week
Roger & Margaret Frere
+0044 (0)1255-678210
+0044 (0)7970-549018
+0044 (0)7970-549018
Speaks: English
11 Reviews of Property 52179 in Praia da Luz / Luz, Portugal
What an excellent choice we made.
Review Submitted: October 12, 2008
Date of Stay: September 2008
23rd Sept to 7th October 2008
Just returned from one of the best holidays ever. The peaceful resort of Praia da Luz is thoroughly recommended if you need a relaxing holiday. We found the local people friendly and helpful.
The house was well maintained and comfortably furnished, it lacked nothing from the air-conditioning to the stock of DVDs and games to watch and play on the very rare wet day. The gardens and large pool are of a very high standard and beautifully clean. Compared to other properties we looked at it was very good value for money. It exceeded our expectations and the pictures on the website did not do it justice.
The kitchen was very well equipped with everything you could need to cook the most sophisticated meal, or you can eat out at dozens of restaurants and bars down near the beach which serve every kind of food that you might fancy from English, Indian, Chinese and African. There is even an English and Irish pub.
The beach itself is beautiful, overlooked by the Black Rock and surrounded by blue sea. Sit at an outside café, watch the many water sports, or just enjoy the sunshine.
Lagos was well worth a visit with its busy marina and shops - an opportunity for rides to watch dolphins or deep sea fishing.
The small surrounding villages were also very beautiful.
Finally, the English manager Chris was worth his weight in gold - especially when we locked ourselves out. It was very reassuring knowing we could phone a number and speak to a fellow Englishman.
All in all the perfect holiday.
Peter & Sheila, Essex
Just returned from one of the best holidays ever. The peaceful resort of Praia da Luz is thoroughly recommended if you need a relaxing holiday. We found the local people friendly and helpful.
The house was well maintained and comfortably furnished, it lacked nothing from the air-conditioning to the stock of DVDs and games to watch and play on the very rare wet day. The gardens and large pool are of a very high standard and beautifully clean. Compared to other properties we looked at it was very good value for money. It exceeded our expectations and the pictures on the website did not do it justice.
The kitchen was very well equipped with everything you could need to cook the most sophisticated meal, or you can eat out at dozens of restaurants and bars down near the beach which serve every kind of food that you might fancy from English, Indian, Chinese and African. There is even an English and Irish pub.
The beach itself is beautiful, overlooked by the Black Rock and surrounded by blue sea. Sit at an outside café, watch the many water sports, or just enjoy the sunshine.
Lagos was well worth a visit with its busy marina and shops - an opportunity for rides to watch dolphins or deep sea fishing.
The small surrounding villages were also very beautiful.
Finally, the English manager Chris was worth his weight in gold - especially when we locked ourselves out. It was very reassuring knowing we could phone a number and speak to a fellow Englishman.
All in all the perfect holiday.
Peter & Sheila, Essex
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
Owner's Response: Peter & Sheila, thanks very much for your super review, comments like that make all our efforts worthwhile. We said you would have a good holiday and it appears that is what you had. Look forward to your return visit. Remember Luz is a fantastic place to stay in the winter months and we always treat returning guests favourably during the off season.
Kind regards
Roger & Margaret
Kind regards
Roger & Margaret
Fine, finer, finest
Review Submitted: August 21, 2009
Date of Stay: July 2009
We loved this townhouse with the huge pool area and the wonderful green garden.
Our two-year-old daughter enjoyed every day of our trip. A baby cot and a highchair were there also, unfortunately for 25 Euro each, which is a lot, when you know how much they are, when you buy them.
The air-conditioning was great on the two hottest days (about 37°Celsius).
We visited every beach from Luz to the westcoast and each one was better then the next. Little tidal pools for the kid, hugh waves for the parents.
The equipement is luxurious, especially the Playstation with the car racing games fascinated Daddy.
In the second week of August it was nearly crowded on the pool. Once I counted 12 kids and 15 adults. But the first wieek was very quite...
Thanks for the great accommondation which we really redommend!
Our two-year-old daughter enjoyed every day of our trip. A baby cot and a highchair were there also, unfortunately for 25 Euro each, which is a lot, when you know how much they are, when you buy them.
The air-conditioning was great on the two hottest days (about 37°Celsius).
We visited every beach from Luz to the westcoast and each one was better then the next. Little tidal pools for the kid, hugh waves for the parents.
The equipement is luxurious, especially the Playstation with the car racing games fascinated Daddy.
In the second week of August it was nearly crowded on the pool. Once I counted 12 kids and 15 adults. But the first wieek was very quite...
Thanks for the great accommondation which we really redommend!
Recommended for:
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
Great family holiday
Review Submitted: July 25, 2009
Date of Stay: June 2009
Recently returned from our two-week trip to Luz and can only say that we had a wonderful family holiday which exceeded all expectations.
The accommodation felt like home from home. It is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need, from the BBQ to beach parasols. Special extras were very much enjoyed too - Sky TV, fresh coffee machine and massage chair! Great to have a local English contact (Chris) for any issues during your stay (not that we had any) and Roger (the owner) was so helpful beforehand answering all our questions and providing us with all necessary information you could need whilst planning your holiday.
Luz and surrounding areas provide great beaches, lovely restaurants which are all child-friendly and within walking distance. Plenty of day-trips within easy reach too - mountains (Monchique), Lagos town, marina and beaches, Portamiao for boat trips out to the caves so would recommend hiring a car to get the most out of the area.
We have 2-year old twins and they LOVED the pool and the beaches. Definitely worth venturing out to the quieter beaches (particularly Zavial and Furnas) all with shallow waves during low tide and perfect sand-castle-building sand!
Would recommend to anyone but particularly great for families - we weren't bored for a moment!
The accommodation felt like home from home. It is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need, from the BBQ to beach parasols. Special extras were very much enjoyed too - Sky TV, fresh coffee machine and massage chair! Great to have a local English contact (Chris) for any issues during your stay (not that we had any) and Roger (the owner) was so helpful beforehand answering all our questions and providing us with all necessary information you could need whilst planning your holiday.
Luz and surrounding areas provide great beaches, lovely restaurants which are all child-friendly and within walking distance. Plenty of day-trips within easy reach too - mountains (Monchique), Lagos town, marina and beaches, Portamiao for boat trips out to the caves so would recommend hiring a car to get the most out of the area.
We have 2-year old twins and they LOVED the pool and the beaches. Definitely worth venturing out to the quieter beaches (particularly Zavial and Furnas) all with shallow waves during low tide and perfect sand-castle-building sand!
Would recommend to anyone but particularly great for families - we weren't bored for a moment!
Recommended for:
Families with Young Children
Felt like a home frome home
Review Submitted: June 26, 2009
Date of Stay: May 2009
My family and I have just come back from a fantastic 10 day holiday in Luz. This was the second time we have used this apartment, so a second visit speaks for its self. The apartment was easy to find using the directions given. When we arrived we found the apartment was even more homely and more equipped than on our last visit. We found the property very clean. The pool and garden area was very well maintained and most of the time we had the pool to ourselves. The information in the apartment informing us the best restaurants, attractions and beaches to visit made our holiday even better. We would highly recommend this apartment to our friends. We are looking forward to our third visit next year.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
Algarve - Luz
Review Submitted: April 22, 2009
Date of Stay: April 2009
Absolutely fabulous as described. I would certainly recommend this apartment it is beautifully decorated and has all the gadgets. Chris was also most helpful.Many thanks to Chris and Roger for a fabulous week in the Algarve.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
far from the madding crowd but 5 mins from beach!
Review Submitted: April 7, 2009
Date of Stay: January 2009
Lovely quiet position,yet handy for all amenities.Well appointed and keptPraia Da Luz is our all time favourite,we return time and again.If you like a good stroll,take the bus to Burgau and walk the cliff path back.Takes about 50 mins ,but well worth it!Not too arduous either.Also have a day out in Faro and ride the (very) slow train fron Lagos,rail travel as it should be.Buy a picnic and some wine and enoy the train trip back with your own buffet!As you gather lots to do based in a very comfortable and welcoming home.
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
Portugal Haoliday
Review Submitted: January 14, 2009
Date of Stay: January 2009
The accomodation was as decribed, perfect, although there was a bonus of new seating in the lounge, especially the massage chair. The property was spotless the layout superb and facilities second to none.
I would definatley reccomenrd this to friends and family alike. The resort is great for adults and children even off peak.
Alltogether a nice relaxing time was had
I would definatley reccomenrd this to friends and family alike. The resort is great for adults and children even off peak.
Alltogether a nice relaxing time was had
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
back for a second year.
Review Submitted: July 27, 2008
Date of Stay: June 2008
We have been back for a second year to this well-appointed and spacious property in a quiet area, but close to the fabulous beach in Luz.
The free form pool shared by @ 12 properties in a crescent with lovely landscaped gardens make this place feel special. The properties are completely enclosed and secure making a perfect spot for kids to play and swim the days away.
Luz has a nice laid-back feel and boasts many good restaurants.
Further a field Lagos is a charming place with a large marina and plenty to explore. Beaches a plenty along this coast and much quieter than the resorts towards Faro.
For the hippy inside you check out the stunning West coast beaches with their surfing and camper vans.
All in all a perfect holiday destination. We will be back!
The free form pool shared by @ 12 properties in a crescent with lovely landscaped gardens make this place feel special. The properties are completely enclosed and secure making a perfect spot for kids to play and swim the days away.
Luz has a nice laid-back feel and boasts many good restaurants.
Further a field Lagos is a charming place with a large marina and plenty to explore. Beaches a plenty along this coast and much quieter than the resorts towards Faro.
For the hippy inside you check out the stunning West coast beaches with their surfing and camper vans.
All in all a perfect holiday destination. We will be back!
Recommended for:
Adventure Seekers,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
Family Holiday
Review Submitted: March 11, 2008
Date of Stay: May 2007
Wonderful family holiday. The villa was clean, well equipped and extremely spacious for the four of us. We felt at home straight away, apart from the weather of course! We all enjoyed the pool (very inviting) and the surrounding gardens were beautiful. A lovely place to relax.
There was a large supermarket in Lagos to get the big shop, and a smaller one in Luz for the everyday items, including fresh baked bread. Some lovely restaurants in Luz aswel. The waiters very friendly and loved the children.
Lots to do in surrounding area for the whole family, good idea to hire a car. There were two water parks not far from villa, Splash & Slide and Aqualand. We preferred Aqualand because the staff seemed more on the ball and friendlier. There was also a Marine Zoo, but we found that more for younger children. The highlight had to be the Dolphin Trip. There were so many companies to choose from, so we got in touch with Chris who helped us decide, very helpful. Unfortunately we didn't see any dolphins but the boat trip was fantastic, well worth the money just for that, although not advisable for people suffering from bad backs!
We found a lovely beach up the coast at Salema, and a really nice beach bar with excellent food.
We would highly recommend this villa and have already booked to go again this year.
There was a large supermarket in Lagos to get the big shop, and a smaller one in Luz for the everyday items, including fresh baked bread. Some lovely restaurants in Luz aswel. The waiters very friendly and loved the children.
Lots to do in surrounding area for the whole family, good idea to hire a car. There were two water parks not far from villa, Splash & Slide and Aqualand. We preferred Aqualand because the staff seemed more on the ball and friendlier. There was also a Marine Zoo, but we found that more for younger children. The highlight had to be the Dolphin Trip. There were so many companies to choose from, so we got in touch with Chris who helped us decide, very helpful. Unfortunately we didn't see any dolphins but the boat trip was fantastic, well worth the money just for that, although not advisable for people suffering from bad backs!
We found a lovely beach up the coast at Salema, and a really nice beach bar with excellent food.
We would highly recommend this villa and have already booked to go again this year.
Recommended for:
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children
Holiday in July 2007
Review Submitted: February 6, 2008
Date of Stay: June 2007
Excellent house with nice communal pool. Very clean and tastefully decorated. Kids (twins 6 1/2 years ) were thrilled with the swimming pool and evening was relaxing with sky tv. Shops within walking distance if not too hot. 10-15 minutes to the town centre. Beautifull children friendly beach. Overall a nice holiday, though the heat was overpowering in July. House well recommended and so is the place for family with small children or for relaxing holiday.
Recommended for:
Families with Young Children
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