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We have just spent 9 days in the Penthouse Studio and were blessed with beautiful blue skies every day. It was a pleasure to wake up to see the sun rising and in the evening the sunset was most impressive. The view from the studio is wonderful - the gardens are a joy to behold and the sea can be seen from the balcony.
The studio itself is really well equipped and very comfortable.We didn't need the heating or air conditioning but it was nice to know it was there should we have needed it.
The location couldn't be better - away from the town centre but near enough to walk there.
Vanessa, Terry and Charles are wonderful hosts and we now look upon them as our 'Portuguese family'.
We have been home less than a week and have already booked for next year.

We stayed in the garden studio for 8 nights in August. The apartment facilities were excellent; good size bathroom with decent shower, new kitchen that allows you to properly self cater if you wish, large bedroom with very comfortable beds giving us the best sleeps we've had in ages, Sky TV/DVD and a lovely, cool and shady private patio area to eat in. The apt was very well maintained and clean with linen and towels provided. The oriental gardens and pool area make for a relaxing and peaceful location, away from it all, but close to everything you need.

Vanessa, Terry and Charles are lovely hosts providing the perfect balance of 'leaving you to it' or providing info/help etc. on the area and offering a wide choice of home cooked meals on request (from Vanessa). We didn’t try these out ourselves but would certainly recommend the idea to those who don't fancy cooking/eating out some nights.

This apt is a great base for exploring the rest of the Algarve or just chilling out by the pool and wandering around Carveiro on foot, as we did. There is plenty of choice of places to eat nearby. The beach is quite small and gets very crowded so if you are a beach lover it is probably a good idea to get a car and explore the others in the area. There are sun loungers available to rent on the local beach but they are very pricey at 20 euros (Aug 09 prices) for 2, per day, so go early and be prepared with an umbrella etc. if you want to DIY. The beach area comes alive at night with music and has a nice buzz to it with families/couples old and young enjoying the evening.

The exchange rate for us meant that our British pound didn't go very far but once you find the right mix of eating out/self catering you can have a relatively reasonably priced time.

I would recommend this to couples who want a quieter, more relaxed time and families with children as the area caters well for kids and feels very safe. We came away feeling completely rested and relaxed and ready for the birth of our baby in a few months time. So if you are pregnant and are considering a break away this is the perfect place!

My children and I chose this property because of its location close to the town and beach, and yet far enough away from the hustle and bustle when you want to be. The standard of accommodation is excellent, with good facilities including air conditioning, very well maintained swimming pool, lovely gym and relaxing jacuzzi. The balcony on the penthouse overlooks the sea in the distance, and the large tranquil garden of the property with the frogs and koi is great to escape into. Vanessa, Terry and Charles are great hosts, accommodating and helpful yet suitably discreet. I would recommend this property to anyone, and will be staying again in the future.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the Penthouse - Vanessa and Terry were very welcoming - the property is clean and well-maintained, the gardens lovely and the pool and jacuzzi just super! We didn't use the gym or the sauna - it was too hot! The restaurants and shops are a five minute walk down the hill and there is a wide variety to choose from. Vanessa is a wonderful cook and you can pre-order a meal and eat in - her desserts are especially delicious. I would highly recommend this property - we will be back!

We came to this place for the first time and were very pleased with this apartment. The apartment is located in a quiet area of a quite touristic town (very touristic in my opinion, but you can reach more original places very conveniently). The apartment has all amenities one would expect and the view from the terrace is just great. Overall, we had a wonderful stay.

We visited Casa das Primas for the first time in May this year for 10 days. We found the garden apartment comfortable with everything we needed and enjoyed the shade that the tree outside provided when we wanted to be out of the sun. Our hosts Terry and Vanessa couldn't have been more friendly, helpful and accommodating...they were usually around for a chat but we also found it to be a very private villa with the most beautiful gardens....we loved the turtles and frogs!
Terry took us to the supermarket on the first day and drove us out the the beaches beyond walking distance as we didn't have a car and the day after my boyfriends birthday we were presented with some delicious banoffee pie as a birthday cake. Truly lovely hosts and a gorgeous place to stay...even better only a 5 minute walk into Carvoeiro where there are more than enough bars, restaurants and a beach with boats to the caves. Plenty of entertainment to be had!
We would recommend this holiday to anyone wanting to relax in a very pleasant and friendly environment. We will almost certainly be back!!

We have just returned from a week long stay in the penthouse apartment and had a fantastic time! Vanessa, Terry and Charles provided a very warm welcome as well as some brilliant advice on restaurants that we had not previously tried.
The apartment was very well equipped and both balconies provided fabulous views. Use of the pool, spa and gym added to the enjoyment of our stay and the water garden is not only lovely but also something that you do not see in most rental apartments/villas!
We really enjoyed our stay and may well return next time!

Have just returned today ,in fact ,from the penthouse ,with our 5 month old daughter.We were pleasantly surprised to find the photos on the website did not do the villa justice.The apartment was large , spacious, immaculately presented and well equipped with at our disposal 2 large balconies with stunning views excellent for dining alfresco or watching sunset with a glass of chilled rose.The apartments proximity to the town being only 5 minutes stroll yet the peace and tranquility makes it feel like miles.Our host Vanessa could not do enough for us , her cooking and hosting are first class.She is a true gem! Look forward to returning early next year.