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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6220 sq m
Popular amenities
Private pool
Garage parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Outdoor barbecue
Explore the area
Sao Bras de Alportel, Faro District
Centro Cultural e de Inovação de Bordeira
Place, Centro Cultural e de Inovação de Bordeira
4 min drive
Faro Marina
Place, Faro Marina
22 min drive
Faro Island Beach
Place, Faro Island Beach
27 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
24 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras
This country house has recently been completely renovated. This enhancement was done with respect for the authenticity of the building and the region, but with the luxury and comfort of today.
All the rooms of the house are on the ground floor. Direct daylight enters all areas and practically every room has access to a terrace. There are several large terraces, both north and south oriented.
Kitchen: Completely renovated: equipped with dishwasher, washing machine, microwave (combi oven), American fridge, stove with oven, all kinds of small electrical appliances. The kitchen is fully equipped with all necessary eating and cooking utensils. The kitchen gives access to the north terrace and is connected to the living room.
Living room and dining room: Very spacious living room (TV) and dining room. This is equipped with a dining table with six chairs and has various cupboards. The TV room is equipped with a flat screen and modern stereo installation + a very comfortable leather couch. There is also a casette fireplace here. Two large windows and a door give access to the south terrace. From the salon you have a view of the ocean.
Bedroom 1, master bedroom: Here there is a very spacious bedroom with a double bed (box-spring) + casette fireplace + wardrobe. In this room there is a spacious bathroom with toilet, sink and two showers (walk-in). View on the north terrace.
Bedroom 2: Spacious bedroom with a double bed (box-spring) + wardrobe, overlooking the south terrace with its own bathroom and TV.
Bedroom 3: Spacious bedroom with a double bed (box-spring) and extra single bed + wardrobe with a view of the south terrace and passage to the north terrace. With private bathroom and TV.
Extra assets for Villa Maya: Villa Maya is a beautiful house for taking a holiday, with outdoor kitchen, BBQ, infinity pool, trampoline, petanque area, and beautiful panoramic views of both the ocean and the beautiful hinterland. Each bedroom now also has its own bathroom and TV.
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Property Registration Number 78347/AL
About the area
Sao Bras de Alportel
Located in Sao Bras de Alportel, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Faro Marina and Olhao Harbour are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Faro Island Beach. Centro Cultural e de Inovação de Bordeira and Algarve Living Science Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
Centro Cultural e de Inovação de Bordeira - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Faro Marina - 22 min drive - 19.1 km
Old Town Square - 22 min drive - 19.4 km
Faro Island Beach - 27 min drive - 24.1 km
Albufeira Old Town Square - 41 min drive - 55.7 km
Getting around
Loule Station - 26 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
Amor Perfeito (Casa De Chá) - 8 min drive
Café da Vila - 8 min drive
Restaurante Avenida - 8 min drive
Moss - 9 min drive
Restaurante Rocha Da Gralheira - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras?
As of 16 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras on 26 Apr 2026 start from AU$480, 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 Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy family-friendly holiday home with many extras located?
Situated by the sea, this villa is within 3 miles (5 km) of Centro Cultural e de Inovação de Bordeira, Old Town and Costume Museum. Municipal Swimming Pool is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A wonderful house, perfect garden and great infrastructure. We loved it! Thank you very much!
Only one thing: depending on the car, the road access to the house is a bit tricky.
Ruth W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Dear Ruth, thank you, you took the time to write these lovely words. Much appreciated, Tom from Zalig Algarve
Very quiet, beautiful and extremely tasteful furnished house with spacious, well-kept outdoor facilities and a pool, which fortunately was even anout 2 metres deep in places. We felt very comfortable with our teenage children.
Gabriele L.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2024
Hello Gabriele, vielen Dank für deine netten Worte.
Wir freuen uns, dass Ihnen unser Haus gefallen hat
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Graham M.
23 Aug 2016
Just go!! You'll feel like a star
An infinity pool with views down to the coast, lovely comfortable bedrooms and more lounging areas than you'll get to in a week. This is a gem.
Great communication from Tom in the lead up and a friendly welcome from Annabel the housekeeper.
My two teenage kids said 'wow' as they entered every room and first saw the pool; that's high praise indeed.
The building is fantastic for 2 to 4 persons. For more a 3rd toilette would be needed. The garden is overwelming and beautiful maintained and would easily host parties for 40 guests.You will need a car, ideally a SUV, as it is a bit remote and the last few 100 meters are gravel. But then you have all the quiteness you could wish. Only you, the birds the pool and the sea in the distance. For us it was perfect!
Andreas N.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
Thx Andreas for your feedback. We are happy you liked Villa Maya in " Zalig Algarve ".
Hope to welcome you again in one of our houses in Zalig Algarve com
Well appointed property particularly the kitchen which seemed to have two or three of everything. The outside areas had tables and chairs in various areas where you could follow the sun,or shade all day.However the star attraction of this villa has to be the views .To eventhe front of the property is a view down the valley to Faro,clear during the day but at night a most wonderful sight of Faro lit up.To the back of the property ,magnificent views of sunsets over the mountains and villages lit up. The gardens to the villa are extensive and very colourful however the only slightly negative note to the whole stay would be the unevenness of the drive,todlers would struggle to walk across
Gail R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you, Gail, for making the effort to write this nice review.
Wir hatten als Familie einen wunderbaren Aufenthalt in dem wirklich außergewöhnlich schönen Haus. Drinnen wie draußen fehlte es an nichts, alles ist geschmackvoll eingerichtet. Die Küche war sehr gut ausgestattet und die Außenanlagen inklusive Pool haben wir sehr genossen. Unsere Kinder haben zahlreiche Stunden in den Hängematten im Garten (und natürlich Pool) verbracht. Wir können das Haus und Tom als Vermieter nur wärmstens empfehlen.
Nous avons eu le plaisir de passer quinze jours de vacances dans la Villa Maya. Nous avions envisagé il y a deux ans de revenir, c'est ce que nous avons fait ! Nous avons passé de magnifiques vacances. La villa est conforme aux photos, voire mieux. Ce que les photos ne montrent pas, c'est le calme, juste interrompu par le chant des oiseaux et la brise dans les palmiers. En un mot, la villa est superbe havre de paix.
Das Haus ist so liebevoll eingerichtet und der Außenbereich hat so viel Charme und Details, man kann sich einfach nur wohl fühlen. Alles hat reibungslos geklappt. Wir kommen gerne wieder.
Johanna D.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2023
Vielen Dank Johanna für Ihre freundlichen Worte. Willkommen beim nächsten Mal.
Beste Grüße Tom Gysels von der Zalig Algarve.
We stayed at the property for a week in October with another couple. In terms of quality and location the property was perfect. A short drive from restaurants and supermarket The house had Beautiful spaces inside and out. Lovely views and good pool and outside facilities , we made use of both bbq and boule court. Highly recommended. Our only slightly negative comment is that basics such as dishwasher tablets /toilet rolls etc we’re not getting included and had to be purchased whilst have been left by previous guests. Contact with Tom was great and we really appreciated flexibility with checking in and out. Unfortunately we had a wet week so I would definitely revisit and hope for better weather to properly enjoy the house and all it has to offer..
Nous avons passé de magnifique vacances dans la villa Maya.
L'espace, la vue et la grande piscine nous ont conduit à rester la plus part du temps sur place. Nous reviendrons très certainement.
Das Haus ist wunderbar ruhig gelegen was uns sehr wichtig war. Die Sicht ist sehr schön, sowohl zum Meer als auch zum Tal. Die Einrichtung der Küche war außergewöhnlich gut. Alles in allem ein sehr erholsamer Aufenthalt.
Yara S.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2020
Vielen Dank für Ihre schönen Worte Yara, wir freuen uns sehr, dass Ihnen das Haus gefallen hat
The house was very good for our purpose. It's neat and well equipped. Special thanks to Annabella for the good and friendly Service.
Communication with Tom has also worked well.
The road to the apartment was in poor condition (typical Portugal?).
A positive experience.
Mikko
Mikko T.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Hi Mikko we are glad you liked it and thank you for your nice review, Tom
What an amazing Villa - even better than the pictures shows! We (family with two teenagers) have had a wonderful stay for two weeks in August. Everything is just perfect: the house is in optimal condition, well equiped (everything exists minimum twice) and very elegant. A magnificient pool and about 9 (!) groups of deckchairs and sittingchairs all over the spacious and well-tended estate. But the most breathtaking are the wonderful views: down to Faro and Ria Formosa or into the hills of Sao Bras. We enjoyed our stay every minute and hopefully will return
Ein großartiges Haus. Ein toller Blick und eine Ruhe, die man selten findet. Wir kommen wieder.
Richard J.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you, Richard, for making the effort to write this nice review.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patricia P.
8 May 2019
Peaceful, beautiful location & home
We had a wonderful stay at Villa Maya. We had some hiccups with the pool heating but it got sorted and then we were really able to fully enjoy the property. Tom was very responsive and helpful with local tips as well. We would happily stay here again.
Patricia P.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you so much Patricia for the 5*, sorry again about the slow-heating-start-up.
Tom
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kay S.
16 Apr 2018
Great Villa in very green and quiet area
We enjoyed a wonderful week in Villa Maya. The property is amazing! The kids liked the pool, the WiFi and the spacious area around the house. Annabelle was very friendly. We would love to come back.
Kay S.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thx Kay for your effort to write this kind review.
We appreciate it a lot!
Tom
Archival
10/10 Excellent
bramiene b.
26 Aug 2017
Fantastisch huis !
Villa Maya is een heerlijk vakantiehuis. De villa is prachtig gelegen op een berg met uitzicht op Faro en in de verte de zee. Er is volledige privacy, een heerlijk zwembad en een grote tuin met jeu de boule baan een een zandbak, een buitenkeuken en zelfs een jaccouzi. Het huis zelf is van alle gemakken voorzien. Het is echt te merken dat het een huis van mensen zelf is en niet alleen ingericht als vakantie huis. De keuken is beter uitgerust met apparatuur dan we ooit hebben meegemaakt. Alles is er; in veelvoud. Aankomst en eventuele problemen worden prima geregeld door Anabel. Enige lastige is hooguit dat zij geen Engels spreekt ( wel Duits).
Vanuit het huis ben je in 8 minuten in sao bras de aportel waar drie grote supermarkten zijn. Loule is ongeveer een kwartier rijden. Hier is een overdekte markthal en nog een gigantische Continente. Het strand is ongeveer 35 minuten rijden. Er zijn vele restaurants in de buurt maar de villa is zo heerlijk dat we vooral thuis gebarbecued hebben.
Voor ons gezin ( met 3 pubers) was het een ideaal vakantiehuis op een ideale plek. We hebben zeker het voornemen nog een keer terug te komen.
bramiene b.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Beste Bramiene, we zijn heel blij met uw positieve feedback, daar doen we het voor !
Dank u, Tom
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Krista M.
20 Nov 2015
Zalig Algarve !!!
Ons verblijf in Villa Maya is ons super bevallen, de zon, het zwembad, het schitterende zicht ....
Met veel dank voor de gastvrijheid, dit is een dikke aanrader ...