5 Bedroom Villa in Zambujeira do Mar

Casa da Laginha is a 5 bedroom villa which stands on top of a cliff with spectacular panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. The house offers spacious accommodation and is ideal for a large family or 2 families to share. 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom on the first floor, 1 twin bedroom and shower room on the ground floor. Two of the bedrooms have verandas overlooking the sea and the main bedroom has a private large terrace with a 42 jet, 6 person Hot Spa. The center of the picturesque village of Zambujeira do Mar is only a 5 minute walk with its bars, outdoor cafes and excellent restaurants. Three beautiful beaches and a rock pool are also just a short walk away. Due to its idyllic situation, the house catches the Atlantic breeze making air conditioning unnecessary. Once you arrive, you will find that use of the car is unnecessary except for exploring the countryside and neighboring towns. 
 
Casa da Laginha is located on the edge of Zambujeira do Mar, an unspoilt and picturesque small fishing village with a population of 900 inhabitants, on Alentejo's south-west coast, just south of Vila Nova de Milfontes and to the north of Odeceixe on the Algarve border. Within the protected area of the 'Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina' its beaches, some of them miraculously empty, constitute one of its most important attractions. Summer nights can be lively in the different bars, outdoor cafes and restaurants situated within walking distance from the house. 
 
Who will enjoy it 
Beach lovers who want to get away from it all and enjoy the rustic appeal of this charming, unspoilt and still unknown area, away from the bustle and over development of the Algarve. 
We particularly enjoy the simple pleasures of being able to walk across the cliffs to secluded beaches and to wander down to the village to sample local produce fresh from the daily market. In the evenings there is a variety of bars, cafes and restaurants all at reasonable prices. Go to the Hamock Bar for the best 'Caipirinhas' in town! You'll be glad you only have to walk back home.  
Our children love going to the main 'cool' beach where 'Baywatch' lifeguards monitor the progress of young bodies surfing, swimming and playing volleyball. We prefer to go to a secluded beach, 5 minutes walk from the house, (176 steps) which is 'cleansed' by the sea on a daily basis. 
The house is the best place to 'chill out' and enjoy stunning views and amazing sunsets, while enjoying a drink or two in the hot water spa. 
 
Who won't enjoy it 
If you like crowds, lots of tourists and noisy night life, Zambujeira is not for you... It is certainly not boring, but OK and Hello magazines have not discovered the place yet (thank God). In fact you probably won't see any other 'Brits', as there are no hotels nearby !  
There is an excellent 'Algarve Shopping Centre' in Guia, near Albufeira in the Algarve, with a variety of first class shops, (1-1/2 hours drive). If the children insist, you could link the shopping to a visit to the nearby Aqualand and Slide & Splash water parks. 
Inland are the Monchique mountains (1-1/2 hours drive), where you can enjoy the best chicken 'piri-piri' in the world together with some of the renowned Alentejo wines. 
There is an international music festival which takes place every year in the estate of Casa Branca outside Zambujeira at the beginning of August, which attracts crowds of around 30,000 young people and has featured international bands like Jamiroquai, Molokko, Portishead and P.J. Harvey. 
 

Changeover day is usually on Saturday, but this can be flexible depending on bookings. Check-In: 4:00 p.m. / Check-Out: 11:00 a.m. Rates given are for groups / families of up to 10 people occupying the whole house. Weekends and short stays available off season. Contact owners for details. Long Winter lettings available from October to March at discounted rates. Contact owners for details ***Over Christmas, New Year, Carnival, Easter, official holidays and 'pontes' (days bridging between weekends and official holidays) high season daily / weekend rates apply. Laundry service (washing and drying) available only through the housekeeper upon request. Other services can usually be arranged for an additional charge paid locally. Lisbon Airport is 125 miles away. (2-1/2 hours drive) Faro Airport is 80 miles away. (1-1/2 hours drive) Transfers by Taxi from both airports can be arranged. Contact owners for details.

Imagine Cornwall but warmer, less crowded, with better and cheaper food, wine and restaurants. If spending the day on the beach and chilling out in the evening on the 48 jet, six person, outside Hot Tub is not enough, water sports, horse riding, cycling, mountain biking, canoeing, fishing and bird watching are all in the vicinity. We particularly like going for walks along the rock cliffs facing the Atlantic with spectacular views and sunsets. The location of the house is perfect for children of all ages (we never see ours except at meal times) as both beaches, bars and restaurants are all within walking distance. Sailing is available in Lagos, 40 miles away, where we sail our own Dart catamaran across lovely Lagos bay. Yacht charters are available through the Lagos Marina. There are 4 major golf courses within an hour's drive: Palmares is 50 mins, Penina 60 mins, Parque da Floresta 50 mins and the Algarve's latest and most stunning course, Boa Vista is 45 minutes away.

• Nearest Airport : Faro at 130 kilometers distance;
• Travel Info: Lisbon Airport - 200 kms