Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago.
The villa is located in a dead-end street of urbanisation of Varandas do Lago. It has the facilities of a development but all the benefits of an independent villa. It is just a stroll to restaurants on Julias- and Ancão beach and the restaurants on Vale do Garrão and Dunas Douradas urbanisations, Plentyful sport facilities can be found on The Campus, Quinta do Lago.
Upper floor. Large master bedroom and en-suite bathroom with bath and shower and a balcony facing the swimming pool area. Further secluded terrace accessed from the landing. Second bedroom with 2 beds and en-suite bathroom.
Ground floor Third bedroom with two beds and doors leading to the terrace overlooking the pool area and a fourth bedroom with 2 beds. In between these two bedrooms there is bathroom with a shower, toilet, bidet. Kitchen with sliding door leading to the kitchen terrace and (by steps) to the barbecue area. Spacious living with fireplace and dining room with French windows to a covered raised terrace with access to the swimming pool which has six steps and a floodlit surrounding terrace. Partially secluded gardens with shrubs and trees and a small lawn.
Area description : Villa Vivenda is situated in the heart of the so called Golden Triangle of the Algarve. We advice you to check its location on Google Earth: click on the coordinates 37 ° 02'53 .01 'N, 08 ° 02'21 .53' west longitude. Entering "villa Vivenda Almancil" on Google maps will also give you the exact location.
Sightseeing around Almancil: The church of São Lourenço de Matos is situated on a hill. It owes its name to Laurentius (3rd century), who's life was ended on a funeral pile because he gave the money meant for the construction of the church to the poor. In the 17th century the chapel was covered with tiles (azulejos). Together with the Marbel alter and the wood carving you should visit this church.
On 18 km. from the urbanisation you will find the centre of the capital city of the Algarve: Faro, with its beautiful historical centre next to the small vessel harbour, has several shopping centres. There are lots of cafes and restaurants as well.
The shops are modern and they can be compared with the shops you are used to in UK and Ireland. Most of them are opened between 09.00 and 23.00 hour. Between the city centre and Faro airport Forum Algarve mall is opened between 09.00 and 23.00. Since 2018 there is a new huge mall with special outlet centre (Mar Shopping) just in between Loulé and Faro (next to the IKEA shop).
Fun for Kids: In a country where the weather most of the year is warm and sunny, your children can play with water. Fortunately all the villas have a private swimming pool!
Zoo marine A water park with several dolphin, seal and sea-lion shows. One can also watch turtles, sharks, crocodiles, tropical fish and exotic and aquatic birds in the Oceans area that presents the life cycle of water and fauna from river source to ocean depth.
In the Algarve there are three water parks: The Big One, on the N125 at SILVES Slide & Splash, on the N125 at LAGOA Aqua show, on N396 between LOULÉ and QUARTEIRA.
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Between the last Sat of October/3rd Sat of April € 75 per week per person will apply for bookings with more than 2 guest
Between the last Sat of October/3rd Sat of April:
Electricity costs will be charged. Costs are € 0,19 per KWh & € 7,50 firm costs p/w , ex VAT.
Final cleaning will be charged € 100 per stay.
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Property Registration Number 32627/AL
Property # 1071410
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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Almancil
Located in Vale do Garrão, a neighbourhood in Loulé, this villa is near theme parks and near the beach. Vilamoura Marina and Faro Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Quarteira Beach and Falesia Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Karting Almancil and Aqua Show Park. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Does Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago.?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago. on 29 May 2026 start from AU$503, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago.?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Algarve, Almancil: Fully secluded villa with private pool urb. Varandas do Lago. located?
This family-friendly Loulé villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Ria Formosa Natural Park, Praia do Ancão and Quinta do Lago South. Quinta do Lago North and THE CAMPUS are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The villa was fabulously located for all our needs. Fabulous restaurants and golf courses nearby. It was clean, the facilities were exactly as described and the property manager could not have been more helpful.
Mark J.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2025
Thank you for the beautifully described qualifications. Other interested parties can benefit from this. 😊
The villa was comfortable for four adults and two young children (10 months and 3 years). Beds were comfortable. Kitchen was well equipped, although a toaster would have been nice. Living and dining room were nicely furnished and comfortable.
Perfect property and location - would definitely return. Not too much more to say - the villa was well furnished, clean, well positioned for either sitting by the pool or wandering down to the beautiful beach. Also well within reach of the excellent restaurants.
Such an amazing place, exactly as pictured, if not even better. Great social spaces, lovely pool and bedroom/bathroom sizes are huge! Quite area, nice neighbours and in easy reach of supermarkets and restaurants Highly recommend this villa!!
Ami C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2025
Thanks for taking some time to write this review. Very nice to read you and your family enjoyed your stay Ami.
A great stay in a great villa. The house is really well equipped, outside area/pool very spacious and well maintained. Its a lovely neighbourhood, great location and perfect for families.
Tom W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Well, this is very good news. We're pleased you enjoyed stay! We even experienced that you already booked for next year. That's about the best recommendation we can wish ;-)
The villa was wonderful, we enjoyed the large pool and the proximity to the beach. Thank you to the owner of the property for maintaining it impeccably.
We will definitely return and let all our friends know about how great the whole experience was.
Jose P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Dear family
Thank you for very much for this nice review. You’re most welcome for another stay in future. Enjoy the rest of the summer!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sue M.
2 July 2017
Great week
Villa Vivenda is exactly as described and more. A lovely spacious villa with everything you could need for a very enjoyable holiday.
We will certainly be looking to book again next year if available.
Sue M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for your confidence!
You're most welcome for another stay in future...
Large, comfortable property in a very quiet, upmarket residential location.
A bit remote so a car is essential but overall a very well equipped and comfortable Villa
Perfect location and property - villa was immaculate and had everything you could possibly want - the owner was very helpful as well - would recommend to anyone
alex c.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2024
What a great review Alex. We’re pleased to read that obviously you enjoyed your stay very much ;-)
We stayed at this lovely house for only one week but wish we could have stayed for much longer. The house is perfect and so too the location. There was everything we could have needed at the house and we had a lovely holiday here. The home was very clean and tidy - couldn’t fault anything! The owner is lovely to deal with and very responsive. I would definitely recommend this lovely home to anyone looking for a lovely, peaceful holiday. We hope to return when we can.
Alan G.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Dear A. Thank you very much for this nice review (and you took some time to write it ;-). Our villa manager informed us that you 'left our villa in a perfect shape' Thank you for this too. If the circumstances are okay, you're most welcome to visit our villa Vivenda again in future!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luisa R.
6 Mar 2019
Perfect!
We have spent an incredible vacation, the house is wonderful, fully equipped, very quiet and comfortable, absolutely recommended.
The communication with the owners has been very good, and they are very nice.
Looking forward to returning very soon.
Pity that they do not admit animals, we would like very much to be able to go with our little dog.
Very grateful, thank you very much.
Luisa R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you for your nice words! We considered our communication as 'very very pleasant' as well. You were nice guests and we invite you to book our villa again!
We can imagine that guests, who have a pet at home, would appreciate to take it with them at holidays. However, we often have guests who are alergic to - for instance - dogs. We're sorry.
Enjoyed two great weeks in this spacious villa with great outside area including a large deep pool. If UK TV is your thing then not a lot to choose from and possibly the main bedroom air con unit needs serviced as it struggled in the heat. But overall minor grumbles on a well maintained very clean house that I would return to without hesitation and strongly recommend
The villa is wonderful and the owner very responsive to queries. Very clean and the pool is quite large. We bbq one evening which was lovely. I would bring additional washing machine tabs for regular washing clothes. The location is urbanised with no shops or restaurants within walking distance. Uber is very quick and shops a few mins drive away. Prices vary depending on am/pm weekday/end. I would recommend Butchers Amancil and Tony's Pizzera for eating out both amazing and Cheeky Pup great pub for night out.
MAJELLA Q.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Thank you very much for this nice, informative, 5-star review! Good to read that you enjoyed your stay in our villa Vivenda. We recommended to rent a car (but in this way you can manage it too ;-)
However, from the villa to the Ancao beach, there are 1.400 meters and to the Garrao beach (with 5 restaurants/bars) 500 meters more.
Wir haben hier Weihnachten 2022 und den Jahreswechsel verbracht. Gefallen hat uns die ruhige Lage. Es war in den benachbarten Villen nichts los. Das sollte man ggf. in der Hauptreisezeit beachten. Es war von hier aus alles gut und schnell zu erreichen. Bis Faro und Albufeira sind es ca. 30 Minuten und bis Quarteira 20 Minuten. Ein Auto oder Fahrrad ist empfohlen, da von hier aus wenig zu Fuß zu erreichen ist. Der Strand ist schön und auch zu Fuß (ca. 20 Minuten) zu erreichen. Auch kann man mit dem Rad super nach Quarteira oder nach Faro über die Stege am Strand fahren. Das ist schön angelegt und sehr weitläufig. Die Kommunikation mit dem Vermieter ist sehr schnell und komfortabel. Leider trübt jetzt im Nachhinein die komplizierte und nicht richtige Abrechnung des Stroms das Rund-um positive Bild: Es werden wegen einer viel zu späten Ablesung durch das Personal noch kWh in Rechnung gestellt, die nicht unser Verbrauch sind. Es geht nicht um viel Geld. Ich hoffe, das klärt sich noch.
Oliver M.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Herzlichen Dank für Ihre ausführliche Beschreibung Ihrer Erfahrungen! Es fügt sich weitgehend nahtlos in die Bewertungen ein, die andere Gäste hinterlassen haben. So auch die Bewertung der Gäste, die mehr als eine Woche SPÄTER als Sie bei uns gemietet haben. Es erfüllt uns mit Stolz.
Dennoch finde ich Ihre Anmerkung zur Stromrechnung nicht sachlich angegeben. Wir bieten in Varandas do Lago die weitaus billigsten freistehende Villa an. Im Wintersaison zahlen 2 Gäste nur € 525 pro Woche und Ihnen war im Vorfeld klar daß - um die Miete für unsere Gäste niedrig zu halten - der Strom separat berechnet wird. Wirkung war Ihr bekannt: Weitergabe der Zählerstände durch unsere Villamanager. Um zu verhindern daß sie Ihnen ihre Anfahrtskosten bei Ihrer Ankunft (€ 30) und Ihrer Abreise (ebenfalls € 30) in Rechnung stellt, nimmt sie die Zählerstände auf, wenn sie die Villa für Ihren Empfang präpariert. Sie arbeitet jedoch nicht am Sonntag und ihr Ankunft war am Sonntag den 18. Dezember und Ihre Abreise war Sonntag, gerade Neujahr, 09.00 Uhr. Um Weihnachten herum musste sie die Präparierung möglicherweise 2 Tage im Voraus tun. Richtig, das kann z.B. eine € 6 höhere Stromrechnung implizieren. Entschuldigung! …. Dennoch billiger als € 60 mehr zu bezahlen.
Weitere hinweis: es gibt 13 andere, über VRBO mietbare, Villas in Varandas do Lago: die zweitbilligste kostet über die 2023-Weihnachtswoche € 3.193 (ohne zusätzliche Kosten für Strom).
Die Unterkunft und Kommunikation mit den Besitzern, sowie der Agentur waren super. Die Villa ist geräumig und sehr gut ausgestattet. Die Lage ist schön und sehr gut erreichbar aus Faro. Wir waren reiten, Tennis spielen, schwimmen, Möglichkeiten gibt es viele. Ein sehr gelungener und erholsamer Familienurlaub!
Anna M.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
In unserer Kommunikation haben wir Anna als eine sehr herzliche und pünktliche Frau erlebt.
Wenn der einzige Kommentar zu unserer Villa lautet "Der Aufenthalt war zu kurz", dann sind wir stolz. Ihre Familie ist für einen Aufenthalt in der Zukunft immer willkommen!
To be honest the description does not do it justice. The Villa is large, well looked after and comes with everything needed for an holiday in the Algarve. There are numerous sunbathing areas from the roof to the pool and with it being south facing and sheltered from the strongest winds the area is famous for even I was able to still sunbathe even in December.
A car is definitely required but if you are into golf you are less than 10 minutes drive from the courses in the Quinta, Vale do Lobo areas and about 15 minutes from those in Villamoura. If golf is not your thing then the beach is 5 minutes drive away with what looks like two beach restaurants and miles of boardwalks and horse riding less than 5 minutes in the other direction.
Ficamos muito agradávelmente surpreendidos, pois excedeu as expectativas em todos os sentidos.
Se possível, tornaremos a utilizar no próximo ano.
Fernando G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
About the host
Hosted by Oebele Veenstra
We are Sietske Abma & Oebele Veenstra, living in province Friesland in the village of De Wilgen. In 1990 we made a 3-weeks-Portugal-tour with a closing 'week of enjoying the sun in the Algarve'. We experienced the environment of the village of Almancil as very pleased! Five years later went back and decided to buy a house in order to stay there ourselves AND TO RENT IT OUT TO HOLIDAY MAKERS. At least twice a year we go to our villa with pleasure, since 1999 with our daughter and in the meantime with our son-in-law. We are delighted with the (year-round) mild climate, friendly atmosphere, delicious food and luxurious surroundings.
Why they chose this property
As the urbanisation, where our villa Vivenda has been built on, was set up in a luxury atmosphere, we thought we would make a good decision to buy a plot not far from the beach. We are even more convinced of this decision. With a constructor we trusted very much (by then we knew him for 8 years as has done jobs for our second villa in the Algarve) and an architect we were able to build a first class villa with private pool.
What makes this property unique
The guests visited our villa Vivenda in the past informed us that they were very pleased about the quality, the facilities of the villa. If you like, What more can we say? For this, please check the reviews of our guests.
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