Casa de Alegria

Specification

Key Features

Description

Villas Algarve, Luxury 3 Bedroom Holiday Accommodation

The development of Varandas do Lago is set in the heart of the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, neighbouring Club do Ancão and Vale do Garrão. Surrounded by beautiful pine forests, the development is within easy reach of the famous golf courses of Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo, close to miles and miles of golden beaches.

Casa De Alegria is a spacious 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom villa suitable for up to 7 adults. Overall the villa has a Zen-like feel the décor is harmonious and relaxing. It has been beautifully decorated with modern, designer furniture and fabrics. In the garden and poolside there are sunloungers, dining tables and chairs a good size built in bbq for long summer evenings relaxing and eating on the terrace by the pool.

The combined lounge / dining room has large comfortable leather sofas perfect for flopping into and watching television or a DVD. On the upstairs landing there is a small but perfectly formed office space with internet connection and laptop. All three bedrooms have their own ensuite bathroom and the upstairs bedrooms enjoy a terrace with views over the development towards the nature reserve. The upstairs triple bedroom has a TV and Playstation 3 games console. The master bedroom has a king size bed, ample wardrobes, direct access to the terrace with outdoor sofas -- relax, read a book and watch the sunset.

We have tried to think of everything that you would need or want for a luxurious holiday. There are many extras that have been included in the villa - laptop, plasma TVs in the lounge and bedrooms, Sky HD satellite, Playstation PS3 and games, board games, books and magazines. The entire villa has full reverse cycle airconditioning including units in all bedrooms. There is a safe installed in the villa so you can keep your valuables securely contained.

Both upstairs bedrooms have their own full bathroom and direct acess via sliding doors to a large balcony with tables and chairs. The down stairs bedroom is suitable for mobility impaired guests, there is an en suite bathroom and sliding doors give direct access to the terrace, pool and garden area. The bedrooms have plasma HD TV's with Freesat. Two hairdryers are supplied in the villa. Breakfast in the morning can be taken on your balcony. Enjoy a freshly made cappaccino from the expresso coffee machine in the kitchen. Forget about having to make a bed or tidy dishes away - the maid will be in soon and take care of it all.

The kitchen is equipped with all the gadgets and gizmo's you need to whip up a fantastic meal. There is a a formal dining table in the open plan lounge, a separate breakfast table in the kitchen and outside dining area.

All the furnishings in the villa are new. The master bedroom is a haven for mum and dad after a hard days chilling about the pool - there is a king-size bed, air conditioning and an abundance of fitted wardrobes. Your bathroom is fully stocked with lots of goodies to pamper yourself. The lounge room is very light and spacious with 3 sets of sliding doors accessing the garden, terrace and pool. There is a 42' plasma TV and large, comfy leather sofas and harmonious décor.

The villa is also regularly restocked the little things like tea, coffee, toilet paper and general food items. You will find shampoo and hair care products, bath and toilet soap, sun screens, baby nappies, after sun lotion, first aid kit and even washing powder. As an added extra all the bed linen, bath and beach towels are provided for you while on holiday.

During your stay if you have any problems or require assistance we have our English/French/Portuguese speaking Manager Joe on-hand. He can help you with anything you need, from changing a light bulb to medical assistance if required. This ensures everything about your holiday will go smoothly.

In charge of domestic services is Lita who will ensure your stay is like being in a 5 * Hotel. Lita will organise your daily maid service. Lita can organise babysitting for you too - if you fancy a few nights sampling the Michellin star restaurants that surround the villa.

Accessibility

The downstairs bedroom is suitable for mobility impaired guests. Secure parking within the property.

Outside

The large geometric shaped pool with intergrated steps into the pool is surrounded by a terrace and paved area. There is a BBQ, sun loungers, outdoor table and chairs to enjoy al-fresco dining in the warm evenings. The garden is lawn and flowering shrubs. The entire property is fenced and completely secure for the little ones to go for a wander there are plenty of toys to play with and keep them amused.

Coast/Beach

In the villa is a well stocked folder with all the details of the attractions so you can read at leisure and book you choices. Before departure for your holiday we provide an e-book with lots of information about the Algarve and Golden Triangle so you start planning your holiday. The local area has a huge variety of activities to interest the whole family. Options include horse riding, fishing, yachting/sailing, champagne cruises, shark and dolphin watching, 4x4 safari tours and cultural visits.

In Almancil there is a karting track if you need to burn off that adrenalin. There is also an Aqua Park (10 mins drive on the other side of Quarteria) and a Swim With Dolphins experience and Theme Park (30 mins drive on the motorway).

Faro town is a 15 minute drive. There is a large shopping centre (the Forum) that offers good facilities for supermarket and retail shopping. Faro Old Town has an interesting history and several historic landmarks worth investigating. There is a lovely harbour with restaurants dotted about. In Almancil (5 min drive) is a beautiful church with wonderful mosiacs that is open to the public. Quarteria and Loule both boast excellent markets that sells both fresh produce and local made prodcuts.

From Varandas Do Lago about 3/4 mile down the main road towards Vale Do Lobo are another good selection of restaurants including the Sao Gabriel - a Michelin star restaurant and the Thai Garden restaurant also highly recommended. I also recommend the several 'beach shack' restaurants collectively known as 'Julias', a 3 minute drive from the villa located on the Ancao beach where celebrity spotting is a favourite pastime.

The Quinta do Lago Shopping Centre is about a mile down the road, here there are many exclusive designers shops and some lovely restaurants/cafes. There is also a Italian restaurant that delivers pizza and pasta (and a bottle of wine) to the villa for those nights that you just can't be bothered to cook.

Golf

There are many excellent courses near Lakeside including Quinta da Lago Norte, Quinta do Lago Sul, Laranjal, Vale do Lobo Royal, Vale do Lobo Ocean, , Vila Sol, Vilamoura Old Course, Vilamoura Millennium, Vilamoura Pinhal, Vilamoura Laguna, Salgados, Benamor, Qinta Da Ria, Quinta de Cima. Please email us for more information.

Travel

Car hire recommended to give you the flexibility to explore the local area. We can book car hire for you.

*During the low season the villa can be rented as 1, 2, 3 or whole villa depending on your requirements. If rented this way the maximum occupancy per bedroom is 2 adults.
Daily maid service, bath and beach towels supplied, bedding supplied.

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