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Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room

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Villa from hillside.
Villa from below.
Lower terrace outside games room + 2nd BBQ
Lower terrace and 2nd BBQ area
One of Bedroom 1's terraces.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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  • Place, Castro Marim Castle
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Castro Marim Golf
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room

Large well-appointed villa in rolling hills, set in 4 acres looking south west down a valley studded with carob and olive trees, carpeted with wild flowers in Spring. This wonderfully peaceful location is only 7km from some of the finest beaches in the Algarve, close to the lovely towns of Castro Marim (5km) and Vila Real (7km). Spain is 10 mins by car and Seville 90 minutes.The glorious River Guadiana and its valley is close by and a drive north takes you to the small towns, vineyards & cork oaks of the Alentejo. Monte Gordo with its lively nightlife and casino is on the nearby coast.
The villa is very well situated for those wishing to explore; or you may prefer to laze by the solar heated pool, re-tiled with new lights winter 2020/21, and to soak up the views from the various terraces, or shaded decking area where the main BBQ is placed. It is surrounded by open countryside, and is well distanced from other properties and people, perhaps relevant during Covid concerns.
The salt marshes around Castro Marim are renowned for birdwatching. As for golf, the closest courses, in order of expense, are Castro Marim, (5km),with 27 holes, Quinta do Vale, designed by Seve Ballasteros, (7km), and Monte Rei designed by Jack Nicklaus, (8km). Others within a 30 minute drive include Quinta da Ria, Quinta da Cima and Benamor. There are several more over the border in Spain.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 007795/AL
Property # 412321
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Castro Marim

Located in Castro Marim, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Old Town is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monte Gordo Beach and Cabanas Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Centro Cultural António Aleixo and Parque Zoo Municipal Prudencio Navarro. Waterskiing and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Castro Marim Castle - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Reserva Natural do Sapal de Castro Marim e Vila Real de Santo António - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Pinhal do Gancho - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Castro Marim Golf - 8 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Sapal Natural Reserve - 9 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Castro Marim Station - 8 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Encontro De Amigos - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guarita Terrace - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Tasca Medieval - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪prio - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salicornia - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful, spacious villa with solar pool & games room located?

This family-friendly Castro Marim villa is located by the sea, 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Castro Marim Golf, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Centro Cultural António Aleixo and Altura Beach. Cabeco Beach and Praia da Alagoa are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adele K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for us all, we had a wonderful comfortable stay. The views from the various outdoor spaces were amazing. The property was very well equipped. Communication with the hosts was good. Directions provided were perfect. We had the most amazing time. Thank you
Stayed 14 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 June 2026
Thank you very much, Adele, for your feedback. We are of course delighted that you enjoyed our villa and its location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic villa

We had an amazing stay in this fantastic villa.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review. We are glad all went well for you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edgar G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good place!Host very attentive and responsive. Kitchen well equipped. Great BBQ dinner area Clean, cleaning lady very friendly and efficient.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shabs 8.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely home, in a secluded location just 20 mins from the beach. No faults and will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luis O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
EXCELENTE
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a lovely week at the villa. It was well appointed and clean with lots of space for 6 of us. The pool, views and games room were particular highlights. Castro Marim is only minutes away. Seville is only 90mins drive for a day trip. The location is remote but peaceful, note a car is needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2025
We are really pleased that you enjoyed our villa, Dan, and that you appreciated its location; many thanks.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lars B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice villa and pool

Quiet surroundings and no other tourists. Nice settings very good pool, but hot very hot weather. Comfortable house. After sunset lots of mosquitos so the warm nights had to be enjoyed inside - a bit dissappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

July 2025

We all enjoyed our holiday at the villa. It's spacious with good facilities; the pool is lovely and the games room is a useful retreat for teenagers. We had a quick response from Louis when the power failed and the local shops, etc. are easily accessible. A car is essential.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you, Mike, for placing a review which will be helpful for others. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay Richard and Robyn.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house in lovely location

Stunning, well equipped home in a great countryside location. Really excellent, my family can't wait to stay here again !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2022
Thank you so much for your positive review. We do hope that you and your family will indeed visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great villa for a relaxing holiday

Beautiful villa and pool in pleasant countryside. The games room is an added bonus
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2023
Many thanks and much appreciated.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10 nights in Portugal

Fantastic property and location. Really easy to visit Spain and the surrounding area.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2023
It is always good to have positive feedback. Many thanks.
Verified

8/10 Good

Martin D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful villa with great views

Very clean, spacious villa with lovely pool and superb views across the valley. Quiet, peaceful, clean - perfect antidote to the hustle and bustle of the coast further west.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, super quiet

We wanted somewhere quiet with a large pool - this met the brief perfectly. We had a few minor issues which were resolved quickly and efficiently by Luis, who is brilliant. Rooms were comfortable, and aircon everywhere made for a very pleasant stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful holiday

We have had a wonderful and peaceful holiday. The villa is very comfortable and homely. The pool is great as is all the various outside sitting areas so you can find either sun or shade while taking in the lovely views.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nelson R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

We love to stay in this wonderful house, several terraces, huge space, super comfortable sofas. The upstairs bedroom is just fantastic. The pool is the best.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
We are very pleased that you liked our villa, and had a good time. We also appreciate the more detailed feedback, which you sent to us separately, which we shall be acting upon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet & plenty of space

Nice choice for a family who is looking for an off-the-bitten-track place to relax and recharge batteries. Plenty of space, a nice welcoming food & drinks basket so you don't have to rush to supermarket to get the basics.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

André M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacations

We had an amazing experience in this village. Well equiped, a lot of space and entertainment and the pool. We enjoyed every moment, specially the tranquility of having nothing but the nature around us. It's on our top list.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful villa in countryside location

Our 3rd stay which says it all really. Lovely villa in peaceful location without being remote. Pity abouf the weather for this trip but the games room came in very handy. Well equipped with quality items. Not the normal rental basic equipment. Hope to repeat next year !
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alasdair M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

very restful

post final exam switch off. lots of rest and sun. Great place, lovely house always enjoy coming back. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Thank you, Alasdair. We hope that you will return again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pedro F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay at Quinta da Lavanda

Quinta da Lavanda is a well preserved, comfortable and well equipped villa near Castro Marim and its beaches. We enjoyed particularly the terrace with the view, where we had our daily breakfast and lunches. Table tennis and foosball were a plus and we used it intensively during our stay :-) Last but not the least, there is a heated pool we couldn't resist to use even during the hot evenings! We hope to return again to Quinta da Lavanda next time we go to Castro Marim.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property

We had a brilliant two weeks in this villa. Everything worked really well. The solar heated pool was incredible and we could enjoy it for hours on end as it was so warm. The large games room was fabulous for the kids. We enjoyed all the various terraces and outdoor spaces and the property has been designed really well to ensure there is always opportunity to sunbathe or enjoy the cooler shade. The property agent (Luis) was helpful too. The local beaches are just stunning with gorgeous soft sand. And the local supermarkets stock all you need. I highly recommend this villa.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Aug 2024
We are so pleased, Isobel. Many thanks for taking the time to do a review. Richard & Robyn
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a wonderful week

This is a lovely villa with amazing views and in a very quiet area. We are three generations who spent a wonderful week here. The villa is extremely well equipped and everything was as described. Luis met us on arrival and showed us round and was very helpful. It was very hot during our stay and, apart from a couple of trips to the beach, we were all happy to spend most of our time round the pool. We also went to a festival at Castro Marim one evening which everyone enjoyed. We would recommend to anyone wanting a quiet break.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Solitude

A beautiful villa not too difficult to find initially but once you arrive all your cares disappear. A lovely pool nice clean and warm (although it could do with a pool cover to keep the heat in overnight) A games room below with table tennis, pool table, tv and kitchen wonderful idea with access directly out to the pool. A home in the countryside for a peaceful time and not too far from the beach (15/20 mins) with plenty of supermarkets along the way if you want something on your return from a day on the beach much better than I first envisaged Good shaded areas out of the sun or breeze if required Many thanks for a memorable stay. Please give thanks to Luis for meeting us after a late arrival following an airport delay he was most helpful and always available should we have required his services.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2024
Thank you John very much for your helpful review. We are pleased that you had an enjoyable holiday. On one point of detail, for future visitors, there is a pool cover put away after the arrival of hot weather. Luis will get this out, if requested to do so.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dalvina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and property

House is as described. The pictures do not do it justice. The rooms appear dark and make the furniture seem old. In reality, the rooms are very bright and the furniture is of very good quality. Unlike other villas, no expense was spared when buying settees that are not saggy and extremely clean. The kitchen appliances are also of good quality, mainly Bosch, and there is enough cutlery and crockery for a battalion. There is a second fridge / freezer in the games room and a second cooker, that we did not use. The pool is fantastic. We used it at the beginning of the season when the temperatures dipped at night and it was still quite warm. The views are stunning. Some people moaned about dogs. We could only hear them at around 7pm for no more than 5 minutes. We were far more impressed by the calling of partridges that we could spot around. Good quality bedsheets and towels, bed was a little soft but this is not a criticism, just a matter of preference. Although there were only 2 of us, lots of towels were provided and ALL bathrooms and bedrooms were ready for guests. There were lots of pans and pots, the barbecue was close to the pool. Luis, the property manager is a very nice man. Nothing is too much for him. He sorts out everything and he is a fountain of knowledge. He would come whenever needed and he will check that everything is in order, that customers are happy and do not need anything. The welcome pack was also a nice gesture. Will definitely come back.
Stayed 13 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
We are most grateful for this carefully considered review which we believe will provide very helpful information for others. Many thanks.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Holiday!

We recently returned from a fantastic 2 & a half week stay at this property & would recommend it to anyone. We are a family of 5 with 3 young children & were also joined by parents & a niece while we were there making 8 of us for just over a week of our stay. The villa has ample room & we made good use of the downstairs playroom with the table tennis & table football not to mention the extra tv & dvd player which the kids used daily. This room also has a fridge freezer which was great for storing all our much needed cold drinks! The kitchen has everything you need & a coffee maker which was used on a daily basis. All rooms had air conditioning which during out stay (July into August) was a welcome relief from the heat of the day, we all slept with it on. There are several balconies / terraces to choose from, the main one being off the upstairs living room where we ate lunch most days. With 3 small children the washing machine was very handy & when put out on the rotary dryer in the garden it was dry within an hour thanks to the sun. Pool towels are provided which we didn't realise but could save you space in your suitcase if you are staying here, that was a good touch. The pool itself is huge & was the main focus of our holiday, with the heating it also stayed warm later on in the day until 7/8pm which is great if you like a later swim. Kids loved the pool as did the adults. Plenty of loungers too. We left a few inflatables for the next visitors as we had far too many to bring home. Take some mozzie spray as we got bitten sitting outside at night on the first few days, we used a lot but still got caught out. The drive leading up to the house is quite steep at the end & as it's mainly gravel so you need to put your foot down to get enough speed to get to the top. We shopped in Castro Marim & Vila Real de San Antonio where there are good supermarket choices. We visited Altura beach which was lovely, took the ferry over to Ayamonte in Spain & also had a kid free trip to Seville when parents were with us so it's a great base to explore from - only 45 mins drive from Faro. Luis was there to meet us & very friendly too, couldn't do enough to help & also recommended a few things, thanks Luis! The welcome pack at the villa was a good touch too! We would go back to this villa in a heartbeat, it had everything we were looking for & the views of the hills from the terraces & poolside are amazing. Thanks - we will be back!!!
Stayed 18 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr 2020
We are very grateful to you for taking the time to give such a detailed review, and for giving helpful advice to future visitors; and we look forward to your return. Richard & Robyn.

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