Bargain Luxury Villa In The Algarve
Bargain Luxury Villa In The Algarve
Sao Bras, East Algarve Villa For Sale
Reduced From €850,000 To €725,000
3 Bedrooms & 3 Bathrooms
Build Area 200m2
Plot Size 3,000m2
Country Views
Private Swimming Pool
Brand new villa for sale in Sao Bras, East Algarve in Portugal. This detached house is in a hamlet in the countryside ten minutes from the town of Sao Bras de Alportel where you will find all modern amenities. Overlooking the town, the house sits in a gated and fenced plot with swimming pool and barbeque terraces and a sizeable garden area.
Built to a high standard with contemporary technical specifications, the internal layout interacts very well with the outdoor spaces allowing you to take advantage of the al fresco way of life enjoyed in the Algarve. The local café/bar and mini market are close by.
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Villa In Vilamoura For Sale Algarve
Villa In Vilamoura For Sale Algarve
Private Condominium Of 16 Semi Detached Villas
Large Build Area – 250m2
3 Bedrooms & 4 Bathrooms
Sitting Room Plus Family Room
Communal Pool & Gardens
Price Is €590,000
A large villa in Vilamoura for sale, Algarve with 3 bedrooms located in a luxury private condominium situated near Browns Health Club and the Old Course clubhouse. The private condominium comprises of 16 semi-detached villas.
The villa has its own with private garden and garage and direct access to the communal pool and garden. Inside the beautiful colours and combination of materials reflect a warm atmosphere and create an elegant home. The villa includes a large multipurpose room with natural light which can be converted into a 4th bedroom or a family room.
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Lisbon Airport, Portugal
Lisbon Airport, Portugal
Lisbon Airport is the most common airport to fly to when vising the areas of the Silver Coast, Blue Coast, West Portugal and of course The Capital with a flight time of approximately 2 hours to 2hours 30 minutes.
For information about flight arrivals and departures visit http://www.ana.pt/portal/page/portal/ANA/
Birmingham Airport – www.bmibaby.com
Bristol Airport – www.easyjet.com
Dublin Airport – www.aerlingus.com
Gatwick Airport – www.easyjet.com www.tap.pt
Heathrow Airport – www.britishairways.com www.tap.pt
Liverpool Airport – www.easyjet.com
Luton Airport – www.easyjet.com
Manchester Airport – www.thomsonfly.com
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Faro Airport – Algarve, Portugal
Faro Airport Airport is the ‘Gateway’ to the Algarve, Portugal
There is a reasonable collection of facilities at Faro airport in the Algarve including Faro Car Hire companies. For further information about the Faro airport visit http://www.faroairportsguide.com/
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Property for Sale in Portugal
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If you are interested in buying a property in Portugal, just let us know what you are looking for, and we’ll do the hard work for you. We source the properties, make sure they are a good buy and organise a viewing trip which is designed to suit you.
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Surfing in the Algarve
Portugal has been attracting surfers to its shores for decades. It offers quality surf year long with excellent sandy beaches and point breaks. It delivers a decent sized surf peak and, with waters never dropping too low, offers a great year-round destination for world-class surf and a wonderful culture to match.
The Algarve is well known amongst the surfing fraternity for its lively Atlantic coastline. The areas with the greatest quality and quantity of waves are the south west of the Algarve and the west coast, going all the way up the country to the border with Spain. The surf found to the far west of the region offers some amazing surfing conditions in a beautiful back drop of cliffs and bays. Swells are generated out of the Atlantic Ocean arriving along the Portuguese coastline with train like regularity and the Algarve benefits even more due to its geographical make up of bays and points. There is surf to suit all standards of surfer in the Algarve. The south coast tends to have nice waves during the bigger winter swells but the further you go away from the west coast, the smaller they become. It is these two very different coasts that make for such a special surfing location. With one coast facing south and the other facing predominantly west, if there is any swell around there will always be waves somewhere. Depending on the swell direction, it only takes an ocean swell of 2 or 3 feet for the better breaks to start working.
Summer on the west coast will usually see clean waves from waist to chest high (depending on the height of the surfer!). Either side of summer, the west coast produces consistent swell that can be nicely over head. The west coast can have regular 15ft swells and Carrapateira has been known to hit 25ft!
With an enviable climate and year round waves the Algarve is fast becoming one of the continent’s most popular surfing destinations. It is also home to one of Europe’s most established surf camps – ‘The Surf Experience’, based in Lagos. Their package includes half-board, transportation, equipment hire, and tuition.
Across the length and breadth of Portugal, surfers of all standards should find what they are looking for. If you want to experience unique European surf in the sun all year long then this should be your first choice.
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Learning Portuguese
Whether you are just looking to spend your holidays in Portugal or perhaps you are thinking of a more permanent move, it is worth considering learning the Portuguese language.
Of course, English is widely spoken in areas such as the Algarve but it is nice to be able to understand a Portuguese menu or even order yourself a drink or meal in Portuguese.
There are many options available to assist you including books, cds, internet based learning and language schools. There are many colleges in the UK
offering Portuguese evening classes and if you are going to be living here you can attend one of the local language schools.
The Europa Algarve language school is located in the old part of Loule close to the Loule Camera (council) building. The school offers group, private and intensive courses and is a great way to meet new people whilst learning the Portuguese language.
Here are a few words and phrases that might come in useful!
Ola- Hello
Bom Dia- Good Morning
Boa tarde- Good Afternoon
Boa Noite- Good Evening
Tudo Bem?/Como esta?- How are you?
Com Licenca- Excuse me
Desculpe- Sorry
Obrigado/a-Thank you
De nada!- You are welcome!
And of course a very important request- Uma cerveja se faz favor! A beer please!
Go on give it a try!
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Horse riding in the Algarve
There are abundant facilities for both horse riding and stabling across the Algarve. Below are a few of these establishments:
Pinetrees Riding Centre is a British run riding school in a 5 star holiday resort in Almancil. The team provides qualified riding teachers speaking many languages amongst them. The two arenas are used for dressage, jumping, beginners’ lessons, and ‘Riding for Disabled Riders’ sessions. The horses can cater for children and adults of up to 14 stone. Changing rooms with toilets and showers are on site and riding equipment is supplied.
Vale Ferros is a well equipped riding centre close to Portimão and Lagos, a short distance from the sea and beautiful sandy beaches of the Algarve. Programmes are designed for novices – ‘Learn to Ride’ – and for riders who seek a more intensive experience on horseback – ‘Discovery Trail’ – a true adventure with rides taking place in the mountains, on the beach, and on the plains of the Algarve, mainly within the Monchique Natural Park. Another programme provided is entitled ‘Dressage with Lusitano Stallions’.
Tiffany’s Riding Centre is situated in Almádena, on the outskirts of Lagos. It caters for all the family, including lead reins for tiny tots, beginners’ rides, hacks from 1 to 3 hours, and all day adventure trails through stunning scenery.
Quinta de Paraíso Alto is one of the largest stables in the area. They offer a wide variety of quality rides and competition horses, and lessons from qualified instructors, rides to suit all standards, individuals or small groups, all through beautiful scenery with breath taking views. They also accept horses for livery and training.
Quinta do Lago Riding Centre has stabling for 26 horses and a large arena for show jumping and dressage. The staff caters for all standards, from novice to advanced riders. Quinta do Lago has miles of riding trails and the surrounding countryside and uncrowded beaches have much to offer the horseback explorer.
tucked away beneath the gently hills above Loulé, is the ideal base for horseback safaris. A 1 or 2 hour trek in the immediate surroundings of the ranch incorporates spectacular panoramic views of the coast and the Algarvean countryside. These short rides are suitable for the less experienced riders. For more experienced riders there is a choice of whole day, overnight, and week long treks.
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Wildlife in the Algarve
The Algarve is a haven for an eclectic mix of wildlife species, many of which are sadly waning in numbers.
The Algarve makes an ideal stopping point for migratory birds during the winter months. Storks are a common sight and often build their nests on church bell towers, chimneys, and other high buildings in town. The Parque Natural da Ria Formosa is considered the most important wildlife sanctuary in the Algarve. This natural reserve stretches along 40 miles and its rich ecosystem is ideal for the development of varied flora and fauna.
The Ria Formosa lagoon was created by the last great earthquake in 1755 and has been a nature reserve since the mid-eighties, where sea water birds can find protected breeding places. Its lagoons, marshes, channels and islets are abundant in shellfish such as cockles, clams and oysters, and shelter a variety of birds such as flamingos, the cattle egret, white stork, oyster catchers, ibis, and cranes, to name but a few.
Another nature reserve is that of Castro Marim, covering over 5 acres of land. The biggest attraction here is the large number of birds, especially aquatic birds. There are 153 species to spot including storks, avocets, sand pipers, mallards, and flamingos. This reserve is also home to many species of mollusc, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. A visitors’ centre at Cerro da Rocha provides literature and guided visits.
The Portuguese water dog has long been associated with the Algarve and is now a regular character in the Ria Formosa National Park. The breed was long ago used by fishermen to work on the boats and was treated as much a part of the crew as the men, earning the right to their fair share of the catch. Renowned for its ability to swim, dive, and retrieve, they were used to herd fish, retrieve nets, and relay messages between the boats. This dog is highly intelligent and possesses incredible swimming and diving techniques, magninfied by its characteristic webbed feet. It also has the ability to detect sharks by staring into the water. As the number of working boats began to dwindle due to modern fishing techniques, so did the need for the water dog.
Whilst this creature can still be found in the Algarve as a pet or working dog, it is still recognised as a rare breed. The kennel in the Ria Formosa Natural Park, near Olhão, specialises in this breed and gives visitors the opportunity to see and stroke the dogs, talk to their handlers, and learn more about the breed.The Iberian Lynx, the most endangered of the world’s 36 cat breeds, teeters on the edge of extinction. This cat is just over twice the size of a domestic cat but with longer legs. They have distinctive bob tails and tufts on the ear tips. An average adult can weigh up to 15kgs. Their ideal habitat is a mixture of mature Mediterranean scrub and forest, and open meadows in which to hunt. To avert the tragedy of extinction, the conservation organisation ‘SOS Lynx’ has been formed.
The Dolphin is a natural visitor to the shores of the Algarve. Dolphin watching boat trips provide visitors the chance to see the dolphin in its natural environment. Several companies run these trips from the marinas of Lagos and Portimão and Alvor Harbour.
Take the opportunity to appreciate the natural wildlife of the Algarve whilst you are here on holiday. After all, there is more to know of the Algarve than simply lying on one of its beautiful beaches.
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Monchique – Rustic charm
The market town of Monchique lies in the saddle created by the two mills Foia and Picota; the former being the highest peak in the Algarve, measuring 902m above sea level. Overlooking the town is a neglected 17th century Franciscan monastery from where one can enjoy a panoramic view over glorious countryside.
The 10,000 inhabitants of this town have retained its rustic atmosphere with steep cobbled streets and small traditional buildings housing various artisan trades. The town and its surrounding areas depend on the products grown or handmade in the surrounding hills, especially timber, cork, smoked ham, honey, aguardente and medronho liquors, basketwork, leather goods, woollen sweaters, and the renowned Monchique chairs.
The village of Caldas de Monchique lies just below Monchique in a wooded ravine which resounds in early summer to the song of nightingales. It was well developed in Roman times as a spa. Even today one can sample the curing elements of the sulphur smelling hot spring water that emerges at a constant temperature of 32 degrees centigrade. Locals continue to benefit from various water therapy treatments for rheumatism, back pains, and respiratory and muscular complaints.
There are 2 further hot spring sites, one to the south of Picota hidden in a valley. It is called Fonte Santa and is rumoured to have special healing effects. Some people make annual visits to this spring and in its history there have been recorded visits by the king of Portugal and the King of Italy.
Villa Termal das Caldas de Monchique Spa Resort, amongst the green hills and blue skies, is formed of hotels in restored historical buildings, thermal water outdoor swimming pool thermal spa, restaurants, wine bar, and shops. This place of leisure and relaxation offers all year round a variety of well-being programmes, thermal treatments, and golf and spa programmes. The nature and the clean air of the hills make Caldas de Monchique the ideal stage for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and off road biking. For more information go to their website via our directory
Renting a villa in the Algarve
Renting villas and apartments in the Algarve has become an extremely popular way to holiday, given the advantages this has over hotel accommodation. There are holiday rental properties that sleep from 2 right up to 12, sometimes more, featuring either private gardens with pools, or complexes with communal gardens and pools.
Many people who choose to rent a villa in the Algarve, stay there while they are looking for their ideal property to buy. This can make their search a lot easier as it can reduce flights to and from the U.K every time they find a property to view, or need to see their lawyer or bank manager here in Portugal. Villa rentals can be long or short term and can generally be found in whatever area of the Algarve is required.
At Brisa Vilas you will find a wide range of apartments and villas to choose from, stretching from central Algarve to the East, in areas such as Albufeira, Vilamoura, Estoi, Olhão, Moncarapacho, Fuzeta, and Tavira; all within reach of Faro airport. The properties also are in a mix of locations, such as near to the beach or golf, out in the country away from it all, or within reach of local amenities. Wherever you go in the Algarve you can’t be too far away from all of the above. The Brisa Vilas properties start with one bedroom apartments and increase in size to villas that sleep ten people. For further information of their services and details of the properties, go to their website via our directory.
Another reputable firm renting out properties for long or short term lets is Algarve Budget Service. 
They have a range of properties available to rent, and provide the usual services such as maids, pool and garden maintenance, and a linen service. For more information, go to their website via our directory.
If you are considering buying property abroad and would like to rent a property as a trial run, to be sure you are looking in the right areas, visit the websites of the above companies and consider a stay in one of their available properties.
Algarve Marinas – waterfront Property
The Portuguese have long been a maritime nation and chic waterfront properties have always been in demand. For such a compact area of land, the Algarve has a vast expanse of coastline. The climate and gentle waters of the Algarve ensure a pleasant voyage along its 150 kms of coastline, and the marinas and ports provide safe harbour and excellent facilities.
There are currently 5 marinas in the Algarve, all enjoying facilities such as restaurants and bars, and 3 future constructions in the pipeline including one in Ferragudo, one in Olhao and a second marina in Vilamoura.
VILAMOURA MARINA was the first in the Algarve. It features a working shipyard but is generally known as a vibrant, sparkling hub of entertainment within the tourist resort of Vilamoura. This marina is popular with local residents, tourists from over seas, and Portuguese holiday makers from outside the Algarve. It boasts many restaurants and a sprinkling of bars, including the bar owned by the Portuguese footballer Figo which has a football theme and shows all the big football matches on large screens. Vilamoura is also home to a marina and a nightclub, both open until the early hours, and many shops, and enjoys a lively, bustling atmosphere.
ALBUFEIRA MARINA is a recent addition to the directory of marinas in the Algarve. Once seen, never forgotten, this marina is of a unique design involving an unusual use of pastel shades for the residences that line the bowl of the marina. Visitors can enjoy a few bars and restaurants but the marina is gradually building up its range of tenants so a more eclectic mix can be expected in the future. The marina is a stone’s throw from the bustling tourist town of Albufeira where you will find all the normal facilities associated with tourism, but if you look hard enough, some traces of the quaintness of the older Albufeira remain.
LAGOS MARINA has received many awards over the years and is currently titled a ‘5 Anchor Award’ marina. Within the marina you will find lots of residential, commercial, and leisure facilities, including health clubs, swimming pools, and adventure parks. The historical town of Lagos played an active part in creating the history of the world. It was from this port that the ‘caravelas’ of Prince Henry sailed to discover parts of our present world. The town has maintained a lot of its architectural charm and this, coupled with its popularity with the tourists, makes it a good location for food, drink, and entertainment.PORTIMÃO MARINA, a neighbour of Lagos, features some 300 apartments, plenty of shops, a reserved beach, boating facilities with a shipyard, and a huge swimming complex. It is within walking distance of the beach of Praia da Rocha and the town of Portimão – a commercial area once known for its fish canning industry. The advantageous position of this marina provides excellent opportunities for wind surfing.
VILA REAL DE SANTO ANTONIA MARINA was opened in 1998. The port town itself was rebuilt in 1755 after a disastrous earthquake destroyed its previous buildings. Across the Guadiana River – which offers a tempting cruise – is the Spanish town of Ayamonte. This area also offers the opportunity to explore the Ria Formosa Natural Park. With many rare species of flora and fauna, this park covers some 60 kms of coastline and is home to rare breeds such as the Portuguese water dog.
Whether you are a boat lover or simply appreciate historical towns or modern nightlife, you are bound to find a marina on the Algarve where you can feel at home.
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Outdoor activities in the Algarve
The Algarve is ideal land for all manner of outdoor sports and activities. The more popular of these include walking and hiking, and cycling and mountain biking. This hilly terrain was almost designed for these activities and because of this it is easy to find many companies providing activity holidays, and many stores providing the necessary equipment, be it for sale or hire, such as ‘Megasport’, the bicycle store for rentals and sales www.megasport.pt. The teams will provide details of imminent events such as the Lisbon off road marathon. They can help with race applications, bike and equipment hire, and bicycles and equipment on sale. They will also carry out any repairs or services required. Megasport have three stores in the Algarve, all fairly centrally located in Faro, Loulé, and Albufeira.
Created especially for lovers of nature and outdoor activities, the ‘Algarve Way’ is a long-distance footpath that runs from the Spanish border at Alcoutim on the Guadiana River to Cabo São Vicente, at the point where Portugal’s southern and western coasts meet. This is not the first attempt at an east-west walking route across the Algarve. A full Algarve Way was established in 1998 covering 243kms, and a slightly modified version of this can be traversed on horseback.
The hills of Monchique provide an excellent setting for hiking and mountain biking. Home to ‘Fóia’, the highest peak in the Algarve reaching 902m, these hills have been renowned since Roman times for their springs with therapeutic qualities. This thickly wooded mountain range divides the Algarve from the region of the Alentejo. The view from Fóia is fantastic and on a clear day reaches as far as Cabo São Vicente in the west and almost as far east as Lisbon. Unfortunately the landscape at Fóia itself has been somewhat blighted by an array of military communications aerials, but nothing can spoil the distant views and the long climb to the top is truly worthwhile.
Wherever you are in the Algarve, you are never far from the opportunity to take to the hills and fall in love with the wild and rugged nature of this truly wonderful region.
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Benamor Golf Club Tavira
Benamor Golf Club is located just a few kilometres east of the ancient city of Tavira and was completed in the spring of 2000. In the nearby hills of Barrocal you will enjoy some of the best mountain and sea views the Algarve has to offer whilst golfing in the Algarve. But maybe most enjoyable of all, is the peaceful dream location and surroundings of a construction free golf Algarve resort… possibly the only one in the Algarve.
The course was officially opened in 2000. It is a par 71 and is undulating, although not excessively so, offering views over the mountains to one side and the sea to the other. Here, the most common trees are the carob, the olive-tree and the fig-tree. In each half of the course, the first few holes are the easiest to play and birdies can be obtained without too much difficulty, although the following ones are longer and therefore harder to play. The greens are reasonably wide and the ball is retained here quite easily.The strategic placed bunkers and occasional water hazards make the course a never too comfortable experience!
The first hole is a par 4 dogleg with an elevated green protected by bunkers. Many of the par 4s on the front nine are relatively short, so this course is friendly to all playing levels. On the back nine, water comes into play on the 10th hole, a par 3 over water, on the 13th where a stream crosses the fairway, and on the 17th where a pond guards the green. To finish, there is a long par 5 of 512 metres. The 18th green is backed by a charming Algarvean church. There is a driving range, putting and chipping greens, putting course as well as the pro shop.
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Boavista Golf Club, Lagos
Boavista Golf Club in the Algarve offers superb facilities in a uniquely sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere and is already attracts people from all over the world. It opened on 1st January 2002 with the impressive 18 Hole Championship golf course being designed by Howard Swan.
The resort is a prestigious 260 acre site in the western Algarve and lies in a prime location just off the A22 motorway west of Lagos and only 45 minutes drive from Faro International Airport.
With two distinctive sections the course is a par 71, 6,053 long and offers a variety of holes commencing with the welcoming first hole, a meandering downhill par 4, bordered by beautiful sub-tropical landscaping leading to harmoniously designed properties.
The signature hole on the outward nine is the stunning par 4, 7th hole set against a glorious backdrop of the Atlantic ocean with exhilarating panoramic views extending from Praia da Luz round to with the hills at Monchique creating a spectacular backdrop. Umbrella pines, blossoming almond, fig, palm and olive trees line the rolling fairways, weaving their way between water hazards and carefully placed bunkers. Breathtaking views, spectacular scenery and the clear Atlantic Ocean, which is visible from most holes, all combine to make this course a delight for the golfer.
The new clubhouse provides guests with a range of wining, dining and relaxation facilities. Enjoy the best of Mediterranean cuisine on the terrace of the Clubhouse that overlooks the 18th hole. There is also a teaching academy, driving range, pitching and chipping area, practice bunkers, putting green and pro shop.
The Boavista resort has everything you could desire…a fabulous championship golf course and golf academy, clubhouse, restaurant, indoor & outdoor heated swimming pools, children’s pools, a luxurious health club/spa including jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, massage facilities, beauticians and gymnasium as well as a tennis academy with two floodlit courts, five-a-side football pitch and a safe children’s play area.
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Alto Golf and Country Club, Algarve
Alto Golf and Country Club, located in Alvor in Portugal’s Western Algarve, is set in beautifully landscaped gardens, with villas apartments golf and townhouses, many with superb views of the sea, the golf course or the fabulous gardens. It was opened in June l99l, in the presence of the Portuguese President. It is located between Alvor and Praia da Rocha, and 5 kilometres from the city of Portimao.
The 18 hole, Par 72 golf course, spans across two gently sloping valleys and runs to 6125 meters from the back tees. The opening nine holes offer fine views over the bay of Lagos. The back nine, set on rolling slopes, include the remarkable Henry Cotton Challenge, the longest Par 5 in Europe.
Alto Golf has a first class driving range (with both grass and all weather mats), a practice bunker, a putting green and a short game target green. There is also a well appointed Club House overlooking the 18th green. The glass fronted entrance opens into a large shop and reception area. There is a bar and restaurant with terraces.
The country club nearby has a combination of luxury dream homes including villas apartments for sale, set around stunningly landscaped gardens.
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