Vacation Rental Description
Villa Casa da Eira is a large 3 bedroom (300m2) architect designed stylish villa, with a delightful infinity, razor edge swimming pool and gardens, sits on 4,000 m2 (1 acre) in a rural setting close to amenities.
An ideal destination for couples who want to "get away from it all" or to use as a base.
THE VILLA has a natural flow, is light and airy with full length windows and high ceilings. At the centre is the 2 ½ floor entrance hall with windows up to the vaulted ceiling. From here the villa opens like a butterfly with living areas on one side and stairs to the bedroom accommodation and roof terrace on the other. The villa is designed for all year round living.
The huge open plan dining and split level living area, with feature fireplace, has high ceilings and opens out on to terraces to the east, south and west. The large well equipped kitchen, plus pantry/storage is separated from the living area by a bar. The BBQ and a large dining terrace are alongside the kitchen and upper living area.
There is an open gallery entrance to the Master Suite on the top floor. The Master Suite has a large double bed; a full bathroom with large mirror over two washbasins, large sunken bath, separate walk-in shower, and toilet; covered east and west terraces (morning and evening sun).
The East Suite has 2 bedrooms: one with a large double bed and the other with two single beds, each with terraces; a full bathroom with large mirror over two washbasins, toilet, bidet and sunken bath with shower.
A separate toilet is located off the entrance hall, along with a utility room.
All bedrooms and living area have individually temperature controlled air conditioning units (heating/cooling),sliding double glazed doors and sliding ventilated shutters that open out on to terraces and gardens. In the heat of the summer, the shutters and the gentle night breeze help to maintain a comfortable ambient temperature.
THE SWIMMING POOL is set in gardens planted to give privacy and a feeling of space. At 11x5m, the swimming pool is a good length to swim, and the saltwater/ph balancing system gives a soft water no-sting feel - or just enjoy relaxing by the pool with the sound of the water running over the infinity razor edge.
ROOF TERRACE: There is a huge roof terrace over the east wing for additional private sunbathing, or enjoying the panoramic views and starlit nights.
TAVIRA (20 minutes) is a picturesque town with castle walls, roman bridge, churches, and the river flowing through. Throughout the year there are festivals and music events held in the town square/gardens and churches.
RIA FORMOSA is host to a large migratory bird population. The natural park and Portuguese water dogs centre is 12 minutes away.
BEACHES: The golden sandy beaches in the eastern Algarve tend to be natural and uncrowded. The nearest beach Fuzeta - 12 minutes. Barril, a short walk or miniature train ride from the car park, is especially pleasant - within 20 minutes. Ilha da Tavira, Cabanas, Manta Rota, Monte Gordo - all within 30 minutes.
The sea of the Eastern Algarve is the warmest on the coast.
GOLF: The newer prestigious golf courses in the eastern Algarve, such as Quinta da Ria, Monte Rei (Jack Nicklaus), Quinta do Vale (Seve Ballesteros) and the established golf courses of the central Algarve, (Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo) and golf courses on the Spanish border - within 30 minutes.
RESTAURANTS: Local and international up to fine dining 5-10 minutes.
AIRPORTS:
FARO - within 30 minutes
SEVILLE - 2 hours
LISBON - 2¾ hours.
Please note: all times are approximate by car from villa to destination.
Facilities
Cable Satellite
Cleaning Service
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Heating
Kitchen
Linen Service
Microwave
Amenity Parking
Private Pool
Refrigerator
Sterio
TV
Washer
AIR CONDITIONING: for cooling/heating. Individual units situated in each of the bedrooms and the main living area.
Fully equipped kitchen.
CHARCOAL BBQ on the dining terrace adjacent to the kitchen.
WASHING MACHINE is in the separate utility room.
TERRACES: All bedroom and living areas have their own terraces, there is also a huge roof terrace and a 100m2 pool terrace.
SWIMMING POOL: The 11x5m infinity razor edge, saltwater/ph balanced pool is in a private and relaxed ambiance with views across the garden to the distant hills.
INTERNET: via wi-fi.
MOBILE SIGNAL: Strong signal for mobile (cell phone) internet/roaming.
SATELLITE television: English, European, International.
CLEANING AND LINEN change once a week, plus mid-week clean.
ADDITIONAL cleaning/linen change by arrangement.
Guests are met on arrival.
24 hour local contact number.
Activities
Biking
Cinema
Fishing
Horse Riding
Mountain Biking
Restaurant
Sailing
Shopping
Tennis
Theater
Bird watching, star gazing, astronomy center, walking, touring/sightseeing.
The beautiful sandy beaches in the Ria Formosa natural park are close by and easily accessible. Praia do Barril can be reached by a short walk or miniature train ride from Santa Luzia; Cabanas, Manta Rota and Monte Gordo, etc within 30 minutes by car, and sandy islands by frequent short ferry rides from many points.
A few minutes to a wide range of restaurants, local shopping facilities; wonderful markets - particularly fresh fish in Olhão and Ayamonte, several large shopping/cinema complexes between Faro and the Spanish border.
FURTHER AFIELD:
SEVILLE: The world class, vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Seville is an easy 2 hours drive.
LISBON: A popular weekend city destination.
COTA DONANA: nature reserve in Andalusia.
CAR/FERRY: as part of an Iberian journey.
BEACHES and SIGHTSEEING across the Algarve/south east Portugal and south west Spain.
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Travel Options
- Nearest Airport : Faro at 25 kilometers distance;
- Nearest Train Station : Faro (main line) at 22 kilometers distance
- Nearest Town : Olhão/São Brás/Tavira at 12.2 kilometers distance
- Travel Info: Airport: Faro is closest, Lisbon and Seville good alternatives.
Car: 10 minutes from the A22/E01 (Seville-Faro/Algarve east/west road).
Nearest towns: Olhão/Sâo Brás/Tavira all within 15-20 minutes.
Ria Formosa sandy beaches within 15-20 minutes.