8/10 Good
Susan M.
3 Oct 2018
Beautiful location but compromised by the recent fires.
Susan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Entire home
Beautiful Villa with pool and stunning views to the coast.
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Monchique, Faro
- Alferce7 min drive
- Foia Mountain8 min drive
- Monchique Thermal Springs11 min drive
- Portimao (PRM)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beautiful Villa with pool and stunning views to the coast.
Villa Pica Pau (woodpecker) is situated on the quiet, pine-clad slopes of the gently rolling Serra de Monchique with arguably some of the best views imaginable, reaching all the way to the sea on clear days.
This compact one-storey villa sits just above a delightful pool, amid flourishing gardens. Pica Pau is comfortably furnished in neutral shades and well equipped.
If you are seeking a truly calm and relaxing holiday coupled with hypnotic views, this villa is an inspiring choice.
REGISTERED AS A LOCAL LODGE - AL/2903
PETS ARE ALLOWED (ONLY ONE PER BOOKING)
This compact one-storey villa sits just above a delightful pool, amid flourishing gardens. Pica Pau is comfortably furnished in neutral shades and well equipped.
If you are seeking a truly calm and relaxing holiday coupled with hypnotic views, this villa is an inspiring choice.
REGISTERED AS A LOCAL LODGE - AL/2903
PETS ARE ALLOWED (ONLY ONE PER BOOKING)
Property manager
Maria Zwiers
Languages
Dutch, English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed inside the house.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number Local Lodge - AL/2903
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Monchique
Located in Monchique, this villa is in a rural area and by the ocean. Pintor Jose Cercas Museum and Museu da Cortiça are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Alferce and Nossa Senhora do Desterro Convent. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Algarve International Autodrome Raceway or International Kart Circuit. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby.
Monchique, Faro
What's nearby
- Alferce - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
- Foia Mountain - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
- Nossa Senhora do Desterro Convent - 8 min drive - 4.8 km
- Monchique Thermal Springs - 11 min drive - 9.0 km
- Algarve International Autodrome Raceway - 35 min drive - 23.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Velochique - 6 min drive
- Restaurante A Charrete - 7 min drive
- Café da Vila - 7 min drive
- Restaurante Luar da Fóia - 5 min drive
- Restaurante Paraíso Montanha - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.2/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lise C.
14 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place
Lise C.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kurt S.
14 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A week in a lovely house
Kurt S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Yoann L.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Parfait.
Yoann L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Caroline M.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Calme et spacieux
Caroline M.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Anders P.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lækker ferie
Anders P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Philippe D.
26 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très bon séjour
Philippe D.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tobias P.
30 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wundervolle Casa Pica Pau
Tobias P.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Olga E.
22 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely relaxing stay
Olga E.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christof L.
14 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wunderschönes Haus mit fantastischem Ausblick
Christof L.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Guido R.
18 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mooi groot huis - met super mooi uitzicht en privacy
Guido R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ana Carolina R.
9 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Férias
Ana Carolina R.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Hans E.
13 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Schitterend uitzicht!
Hans E.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2022
8/10 Good
lutz m.
22 Feb 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Casa
lutz m.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Serge L., Pöttmes, Deutschland
8 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruhiger Ort zur Erholung an der Algarve
Serge L.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Dustin P.
29 Aug 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just perfect
Dustin P.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Aleksandra C.
10 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toller Familienurlaub in ruhiger Lage
Aleksandra C.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ana T.
6 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquilidade
Ana T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
8/10 Good
RUNE P.
12 Apr 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice owner and very beautiful place
RUNE P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Andrea K.
24 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Monchique
Andrea K.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020
8/10 Good
vitor a.
18 Aug 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vistas espectaculares
vitor a.
10/10 Excellent
Artur W.
11 Aug 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Traumhafter Blick
Artur W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
PAULA CRISTINA FERREIRA S.
3 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
pequeno paraiso
PAULA CRISTINA FERREIRA S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020
10/10 Excellent
Ana L.
20 June 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adoramos
Ana L.
10/10 Excellent
Matthias G.
15 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
sehr empfehlenswert
Matthias G.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
About the host
Hosted by Maria Zwiers
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch
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