Vacation Rental Description
Close to the old Portuguese fishing village of Alvor in the Algarve lies this luxury 5 bedroom golf villa. Complimented with its own gardens and gated entrance this beautiful villa is privately set in the grounds of the Algarve's exclusive Alto Golf & Country Club resort which offers residents full use of all its facilities.
Privately owned and individually designed this Alto villa welcomes you with a high standard of furnishing hand picked by the owner to create a truly delightful finish. Designed over 3 levels over looking its private swimming pool this villa boasts 2 large master bedroom suites, private bedroom balcony, en-suites, master bedroom walk in dressing / lounge room, beautiful large kitchen with access to a spacious curved balcony designed and set for alfresco dining over looking the swimming pool, 5 sky televisions all with dvd players and a dvd / PlayStation library and many more special features which can all be seen on the owners website linked below.
Location:
Alvor is renowned for being a beautiful old fishing village in the Algarve in Portugal with its long quiet sandy beaches that stretch on for miles. This Portuguese village has many bars, restaurants and shops that can be found nestled within its narrow streets where fresh sardines are grilled open air making a mouth watering place to enjoy lunch. A five minute drive away Portimao caters for a real mixture of needs, it boasts a popular marina with luxury yachts and up market restaurants. Its town has several large supermarkets and a shopping / cinema complex. Praia da Rocha serves as the large Algarve coastal town, set looking out onto the beaches its cliff tops are lined with restaurants, shops, bars and clubs. A short drive away from the villa will take you up high into the mountain area to the unspoilt town of Monchique, market stalls and coffee shops are reached by spectacular views around these winding roads this part of Portugal is steeped with history
The Alto Country Club:
The Alto Country Club, set in 18 acres of tropical gardens, waterfalls and ornamental pools overlooking the beach. Its facilities include large swimming pool, children's pool, indoor heated pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, beauty salon, floodlit tennis courts, children's play area, kids club, clubroom, beach sun bed area. Residents at the villa have the full use of all Alto Golf and Country Club facilities. You can relax around Alto's outdoor pool, with a cocktail from The Rum Shack, Alto's very own Caribbean Rum Shack themed poolside bar, work out in the gymnasium, have a quiet game of tennis, swim lengths in the indoor pool or simply wander around the beautiful gardens. There is a choice of two restaurants for you at the country club; Cottons Restaurant for an a-la-carte dining experience, flambé dishes a specialty, and the less formal Douro Bar and Grill, themed around the famed Northern Portuguese wine and port region.
Golf Information:
Residents automatically become members of the exclusive Alto Golf and Country Club and have the full use of all its facilities. The villa is placed within a stones throw distance of Alto's Golfing fairways. This exclusive 18 hole - par 72 golf course was designed by Sir Henry Cotton and boasts one of the longest par 5's in Europe. The Alto Club House is positioned looking out over the 18th green and includes a Pro shop, excellent changing facilities, restaurant and bar, there is an excellent golf academy with tuition available from the resident PGA professional. Residents receive 30% discounted green fees (can be subject to change, please check)
Security:
Alto Golf and Country Club has 24 hr security which patrols the resort at night. The villa has retractable security window shutters throughout and a security alarm. Safety deposit box can be rented at reception. Portugal is one of the lowest crime rate countries in Europe.
Facilities
Aircon
Cable Satellite
Cleaning Service
Cooking Utensils
Dishwasher
Dryer
DVD
Garage
Heating
Jacuzzi
Kitchen
Linen Service
Microwave
Amenity Parking
Private Pool
Refrigerator
Sauna
Sterio
TV
Washer
Some of the facilities above are situated at the Alto Golf & Country Club. Free mid week maid service with all bookings, although guests can pay reception for daily maid service as well if they require this extra. Discounted car hire can be booked in advance. Smoking permitted on the undercover balconies (ash trays provided), but no smoking in doors please. All Dvd players throughout the villa play Cd's, ipod's can be connected to most audio equipment throughout (connecting cables required). There is a PlayStation with a large selection of games + a large selection of Dvd discs to choose from. Alto Golf & Country Club provide a high quality service, 24 hr security and reception. extras like cots, beds etc.. can be hired from reception. See owners website for further details on this beautiful golf villa & swimming pool at Alto golf and country club, Alvor, the Algarve and Portugal
Activities
Beach
Biking
Boating
Playground
Cinema
Fishing
Golf
Gym
Mountain Biking
Night Clubs
Restaurant
Sailing
Shopping
Tennis
Water Skiing
Water Sports
Zoo/Wildlife
Out & About:
2km to beach, 2km Alvor 2km Praia da Rocha, 1km to some bars/restaurants and shop In all this part of the Algarve treats you with all that is needed for a wonderful stay. Many golf courses , beaches, scuba diving, surfing, jet skiing, wind & kite surfing, riding, fishing, cycling, sailing, to mention but a few and when the kids have tried all these there are still water parks , jeep safari’s and Zoo marine world. Staying in this special Villa with all of its facilities makes this a wonderful experience you are likely to want to come again.