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Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views

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Dine al fresco beside the tear-drop shaped pool.
Exterior
Unspoilt views over the countryside
Enjoy the beautiful views as you cook al fresco
Pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9209 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tavira, Faro District
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Town
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views

45 minutes from the airport, Casa Lia is set in the unspoiled hills of the Forest of Conceicao, with beautiful views of the countryside and the sea. 15 minutes' drive from the pretty town of Tavira with its cobbled streets and excellent restaurants. We have a choice of excellent beaches such as Manta Rota, Ilha de Tavira, Cabanas just 15 minutes away. Children's attractions like Aqua Show and Zoo Marine are a car ride away. The kitchen is large and well equipped and open plan with the lounge which is very comfortable with three large sofas, satellite TV DVD player, stereo. Separate utility room houses a second fridge freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine. Interior of villa measures 209 square metres.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Great care must be taken as forest fires.
Smoking allowed outside the house, but great care must be taken as conditions are very dry in theNational Forest during the summer months.
Diving is not allowed in the swimming pool as it is too shallow.
Casa Lia can accommodate a maximum of 6 adults plus three children

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
Property Registration Number 11929/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tavira

Located in Tavira, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Old Town and Roman Bridge are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall and Centro Comercial La Plaza. Travelling with kids? Consider Tavira Living Science Center, or check out an event or a game at Santo Antonio Sports Complex. Scuba diving and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Tavira, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Monte Rei Golf Club - 16 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall - 18 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Tavira Castle - 20 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Old Town - 20 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Conceição Train Station - 14 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A Camponesa - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Sabores da Ria - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Noélia - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Europa - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Fábrica Do Costa - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views on 23 May 2026 start from AU$496, 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 Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Family Villa. 3 beds/Private Pool. WiFi , air con ,Panoramic Views located?

Located near the beach, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Monte Rei Golf Club, Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall, and Ria Formosa Natural Park. Benamor Golf and Quinta da Ria Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay had by all of us as a family of 5. Very detailed local information and directions, an easy check-in and helpful contacts who met us there. Secluded, peaceful but still within easy reach of fantastic beaches and restaurants. 5*
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monika K.

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

Great vacation place!

The villa is comfortable (we traveled only as 3 people but it’s a good place for 4-6) and located in a very serene area. You will have beautiful views around but need to drive around 20-25 min to beautiful beaches. The roads are however pretty and not too narrow so for us it was a pleasure to drive every day. The house was extremely clean and check-in very nice and easy.Debbie was always very helpful with lots of handy information. We had a wonderful vacation in Casa Lia and highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liane T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and property. Quiet and well located to get to beaches and Tavira easily by car. Would highly recommend. The host checked in regularly, and offered lots of good information. House was well stocked, but if you are arriving late, make sure to pick up groceries.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia R.

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

Great family holiday at Casa Lia!

We had a lovely stay at Casa Lia in September. The weather was perfect and the villa was everything we needed for a relaxing week. Tavira is also a lovely place, with lots of great restaurants!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Bill V.

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

Debbie is a super host, lots of local knowledge

Debbie is fantastic as a host. Very responsive and a source of local knowledge
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

steve r.

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

Beautiful villa in the hills

We loved the quiet secluded location,with beautiful views in all directions, yet only 10/15 mins from Tavira. Great restaurants close by and in the town. Fabulous villa with gorgeous pool. Clean and comfortable with everything you could wish for to make your stay perfect. Fantastic BBQ and terrace for lovely outdoor dining. The perfect place to enjoy a relaxing and peaceful holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

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

Zen getaway

We stayed at the Villa 11 perfect days. We visited the Algarve and this was our homebase. Debbie the owner was soooo on top of things and helpful whenever we needed help.. Jimmy and Fatima catered to our every needs if we needed help. The Villa was spacious and clean, the views were breathtaking,it was the perfect feeling of calmness.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kamma P.

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

Very nice house with a beautiful view

The house and location is very well described on the website and you get what you see - a very nice house with a beautiful view. My husband, daughter and I enjoyed every moment. The location is peaceful and you simply can just relax and enjoy the pool. Both Denise and Debbie are really nice and helpful so you feel you are in good hands during the whole stay. We can highly recommend this place. Tavira is very nice and cosy and the beaches are just amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ariane B.

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

Magical

From driving up on the first night and seeing the beautiful driveway lights, to our leisurely final day by the pool, this villa has been exquisite throughout. The owner has found just the right balance between keeping it extremely clean while making it a comfortable and fun place to spend your hols. It’s remote (how we like it) but just 10 minute drive from restaurants/ supermarkets etc. Imagine waking up in the stunning natural Algarve nature and jumping into your own private pool in the hills. I’ll never forget the peace this place put in my heart. Would I come again? You betcha!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma W.

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

Peace and tranquility

Casa Lia was clean and really well-equipped with absolutely everything we needed. The outdoor space was perfect with a table in a shaded area and a pool perfect for cooling off. It was really windy while we were there - particularly at night so if you are a light sleeper ear plugs might be handy. The communication with Debbie, the owner was great and Jimmy and Fatima were on hand to guide us to the Villa when we arrived and deal with any queries. The villa is in a stunning location - completely away from other properties. It is about a 15 minute drive from Tavira which is a beautiful town - and especially stunning at night. Local beaches are great - we’d particularly recommend Cacela Velha. Casa Lia was a fantastic place for real rest and relaxation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mireille D.

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

Amazing place!

Our vacation is ready, we are home. What a great vacation it was! Thanks to Debbie, Denise and Jimmy!! Debbie is available 24/7 and a great host. Sweet, involved and sincere. And Denise and Jimmy are always around in case something goes wrong! And respect your privacy. During our holiday we literally stood in front of some hot fires. And Debbie was always ready…. With a sweet app or a phone call to let you know how things are going. The house is lovely. Everything you need for a relaxing holiday is here and more! Peace, freedom and sun. Highly recommended. I feel like we made some nieuw friends❤️ Thanks Debbie, Denise and Jimmy, See you soon, Erik, Mireille and Valentijn
Stayed 22 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Trudie R.

Superb

My partner and I and 2 other couples who are close friends stayed at Casa Lia for 2 weeks and did not want to leave! from the start, Debbie the owner was really good to deal with and answered all our questions with enthusiasm and professionalism, making the whole booking process easy and straight forward. Casa Lia is just a hidden gem. I totally forgot to write in the visitor book, falling asleep by the pool on the last day seemed to take over especially as Debbie let us stay later as we had a late flight home. I can not recommend this villa enough. The overall accommodation is spacious, well laid out, kind to the eye and unusually homely for a holiday home. Everything you can wish for from the dishwasher to full English TV (not that I watched it much) and a music system with outside speakers. The choice of music available was surprisingly good from 60's to opera if you like that kind of thing. Phone and mobile data is excellent in this area so Wi-Fi is not needed, better than at home in the UK! The outside space is excellent with a lovely clean pool and amazing views all round. Most days you can see all the way to the sea. You do need a car as the nearest shop is about 15 minutes drive away and local beaches (Casela Velha our favourite) about 20 mins away. Tavira is about 15 mins away which is a lovely Portuguese town/city not too spoilt by tourism and spoilt for choice with restaurants and bars. There is a very good Lidl and indoor shopping centre called The Grand Plasa about 20 mins away. The best part by far is the quiet and privacy this villa gives with the nearest house about 1/4 mile away. Perfect for that all over tan while enjoying the view............. A stylish outdoor BBQ which was used most nights, cooking under the stars to the sound of the crickets. Mitchel (the guy who looks after the villa) was a gem. We only saw him once more after arrival which was the day before we left but I did send a couple of texts to ask about local info and he always came straight back. We were out when Valentina came to clean half way through but she did a really good job and even hung our washing out which was still in the machine. We very much look forward to staying at Casa Lia again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Einfach nur toll!

Die Villa war wirklich toll. Alles vorhanden, was man braucht! Die Räume sind schön hell und man genießt die Zeit drinnen als auch am Pool! Wer zudem die Ruhe genießt und gleichzeitig in kurzer Zeit mit dem Mietwagen in Tavira und Umgebung sein will, wird hier sehr glücklich sein!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia P.

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

Vacances entre amis

Tres belles vacances à Casa Lia. La piscine est très agréable, la terrasse aussi. La maison est spacieuse et très bien entretenue ( merci à Jimmy et à sa femme) tout est conforme à la description de l annonce . L environnement est très calme. ( on aurait apprécié des rideaux occultants dans les chambres) . Merci pour tout.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wajiha D.

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

Ruhe und Erholung

Wir haben Ruhe gesucht und hier gefunden. Keine Nachbarn in der Nähe, auf dem Hügel gelegen, viel Wind zur Abkühlung und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in 20 Minuten mit dem Auto. Debbie und die Hausverwaltung waren immer jederzeit erreichbar. 😃
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacki C.

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

Perfect rural getaway

Fantastic place to stay, away from it all but had everything we needed. Pool wasn't heated but we soon got used to the cool water and the location was perfect. Great contact from owner and property manager.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sven W.

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

Hervorragend!

Wir haben unseren Urlaub sehr genossen! Debbie war eine tolle Gastgeberin! Sie hat uns im Vorfeld gut informiert, sich während unseres Urlaubs regelmäßig nach unserem Wohlergehen erkundigt und stand auch ansonsten immer umgehend für Rückfragen zur Verfügung! Der Pool wurde regelmäßig gereinigt und was uns besonders gefreut hat, auch das Haus wurde jede Woche gründlich gereinigt! Super! Klare Weiterempfehlung auf allen Ebenen!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Agathe C.

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

Wunderschöner Ort zum Entspannen

Die schöne, geräumige Villa, abgelegen und ruhig. Der perfekte Ort um auszuspannen und den Pool zu geniessen. Ideal mit Kindern. Strand, Restaurants, Einkauf, alles in 15 Autominuten erreichbar.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Richard P.

Peaceful and relaxing

Had a lovely week in the villa it is very well appointed and has everything you need. The area is very peaceful and there is lots of space. It is about a 15 min drive into Tavira, with a couple of local restaurants 5 mins drive away. If you want a great relaxing holiday in a beautiful area recommenced very much.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

And breathe.........

Our third visit to Casa Lia which must say something! We love the well equipped house and it's lovely garden and pool which we can happily spend many hours in. We love the location, away from the crowds with far reaching views and the peace and quiet. We love the friendly nature of the owner and the people who look after the villa and pool who are always so helpful. There really is nothing we don't love about the place and we will be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten S.

The most relaxing vacation!

We stayed 2 weeks at Casa Lia and really enjoyed it. The house is spacious and we especially liked the outside area at the pool a lot. Since there are no direct neighbors it was wonderful that the kids were able to play at the pool and did not disturb anyone with noise. It is so peaceful out there and we were really able to relax! The drive from the main road (125) to the house is quiet a bit (about 15 minutes), but that is ok. Our favorite beaches were Cabanas and Praia Verde.
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10/10 Excellent

Volker H.

Unsere Auszeit vom Stress und Alltag im Casa Lia

Casa Lia ist ideal um eine Auszeit vom Stress und Alltag zu nehmen. Casa Lia ist ideal dafür in den Hügeln nahe dem Wald von Conceicao gelegen. Das Ferienhaus ließ keine Wünsche offen. Es ist sehr sauber und in einem gepflegten Zustand. Auf der Terasse haben wir bei einer Tasse Kaffee traumhafte Sonneaufgänge genossen. Am Nachmittag am Pool relaxt und am Abend bei einem Glas Wein den Tag ausklingen lassen. Zur Stadt Tavira mit dem sehenswerten Stadtkern und unzähligen Einkaufsmöglichkeiten, sind es nur 15 Minuten. Auch zu den Stränden nach Ilha de Tavira, Mata Rota oder Cabanas ist es nicht viel mehr. Die Strände sind allesamt sehr weitläufig und laden zu langen Spaziergängen und zum baden im Meer ein. Ausgedehnte Tagesausflüge von Casa Lia führten uns zu historischen Gebäuden nahe der spanischen Grenze, über Sand City, Carvoeiro, Albufeira bis Cabo Verde. An den Stränden vor der einzigartigen Steilküste findet man immer einen Platz um den fantastischen Ausblick zu geniesen. Der Kontakt zu Debbie war und ist immer noch super nett. Debbie stand uns in allen Fragen zu jeder Zeit mit Rat und Tat zur Verfügung. Auch Mitchel vor Ort, hat uns immer seine Unterstützung angeboten. Vom ersten Kontakt, bis zur Schlüßelübergabe war alles komplikationslos. Wir sind uns schon jetzt sicher, in 2019 nach Casa Lia zurückzukehren. Steffi und Volker
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne F.

Amazing holiday

We were let down by the villa we had originally wanted to book in Spain and so had a last minute scramble to find somewhere to stay within our budget. Debbie was so helpful when I spoken to her and assured me that the Villa sounded like just what we needed. The pictures looked amazing and so we were quite excited. The whole process was very easy, We arrived in Faro and picked up our hire car, we called Mitchell and he was happy with us going shopping first and then meeting him. We found Aldi in Tavira with no trouble and bought a few bits to see us through the first few days and then met Mitchell for the final drive up to the villa. When we arrived, after the slightly hairy drive with narrow roads (I have never driven a LH drive car before) we arrived at the most amazing and beautiful location. The Villa was clean, light, bright and airy. With no immediate neighbours it was also very peaceful. There was plenty of space both inside and outside and amazing views from the roof terrace. You could even see the sea on the horizon. The rooms were all comfortable and clean, despite my visitor (I found a gecko on the wall but he kept hiding somewhere so I couldn't put him out) I slept very well. My friends found it a little too quiet, but they both live in a city so are not used the silence. We travelled to Tavira on 2 days of our short stay and found it to be a beautiful place, the people were all very friendly and the food in bar/restaurant Matias was amazing. We also took a drive to Pedras D'el Rei which was very easy to find with stunning beaches. it seemed very popular though with the beach still being packed when we arrived at 5.30pm. All in all we had an amzing break and are already thinking of returning next year and recommending it to our family and friends.
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8/10 Good

Stephen Y.

Lovely family villa set in quiet location, ideal for 6 with lots of space to spread out & relax

My wife and I have been holidaying in Tavira for over 12 years now and really love the area. This year we decided to holiday with our daughter, partner and grandchildren aged 5 & 2 and chose this villa for our stay. Whilst there are steps to access the property from the driveway, the rest of the villa and pool area are all on 1 level which is ideal for little 1's to be able to move around without taking a tumble. The kitchen and lounge are spacious and open plan which again makes it easier for food preparation and chatting/relaxing to be the norm. You can dine inside or out to suit you but we dined outside as the table area is fully shaded in the morning and evening. Lunchtime, half the area is shaded but we just moved the chairs onto that side and managed to get all 6 of us in the cool. There is lots of space around the pool for 6 loungers, tables and parasol and still have room to be able play some games too or there is a large sun terrace area on the roof where you can have a kick about or dry washing out of the way. The pool is lovely and the kids loved being able to splash about to cool off whenever they wanted as did the adults !! There are 3 or 4 steps to get in/out and then the pool slopes quickly away to it's max. depth - I'm 5ft 10 and could stand all the way around no problem. We also liked that the floor outside by the pool doesn't become too hot to walk on in bare feet in the afternoon unlike some of the terracotta tiles. Again, great for the little 1's and adults alike - no need for any mad dashes getting out of the pool or taking a breather from the loungers, risking stubbed toes etc !! The property is well presented with lots of extra bed linen and towels in abundance. Each room has aircon and some have ceiling fans too. In this property, you have to pay extra for electricity used during your stay and the owner estimates a party of 6 will normally use about £7/£9 per day so just bear this in mind. Most properties we have stayed in previously include this in their pricing but here it's your choice to some degree how much you use. The property is well located for access to supermarkets, meals out in Tavira and the motorway are all within a 15/20 mins drive. The property manager Mitchell is very approachable and went out of his way to help us if we needed something, he is only about 20 mins away and Ron & Denise - a lovely couple who manage the pool cleaning are just up the road. All in all we had a lovely family holiday.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Sally F.

Fantastic peaceful and spacious well equipped villa

Just returned from a short stay at Casa Lia. We absolutely loved it. Travelling with two teenage boys we all had plenty of our own space as lots of room inside and outside. Everything was there that you needed even down to the picnic box & cold blocks for when we were out for the day to the water parks. There were plenty of towels, plastic pots and all conceivable kitchen items. The villa whilst peaceful is down an unmade track for the last 800 metres. We had a low slung sports car which was not ideal. Plenty of places to visit within a 30-45 drive. There are large supermarkets within a 15 minute drive. The house manager Mitchell was very helpful and the check in process was very easy including liaising with Debbie the owner who was extrembly helpful. We would love to come back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Debbie

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We have really hectic lives and holidays are really important to us. Casa Lia, is home from home.
Portugal is a beautiful country, relatively unspoiled by tourism. I went to night school last year to learn the language! When I am not wearing my bikini at the villa, I am a bit of an anorak. Holidays are very much family time for us, which we really treasure and I suppose I hope the girls will keep coming on holiday to our lovely home for as long as possible, perhaps even with grandchildren one day!

Why they chose this property

Tavira is in a really unspoiled part of the Algarve. It's a very pretty Roman town with cobbled streets and lovely restaurants. My husband and I love totally peaceful holidays which is why we bought Casa Lia. When the girls were small they loved Casa Lia and now they are 25 and 28 they love all the things that young people do. It's important that there's enough to keep them occupied. They bring their partners with them and spend days splashing in the pool, listening to CDs and when it gets too hot they chilled with DVDs in the air-conditioning. The enjoyed the new shopping centre, went to Faro, Manta Rota, Cabanas, Cacela Velha,and ate delicious meals in Tavira, enjoyed the entertainment in the square, went to an open air concert with fireworks in Manta Rota and had beach days there and at Praia Verde.

What makes this property unique

We came to Tavira in November 2007 and viewed 40 properties in 5 days. With Casa Lia, it was pretty much love at first sight. We couldn't get over the feeling of sheer space, light and sunshine. The marble tiles in the bathrooms are nicer than the ones we have at home!
You stand outside the house and it is almost shockingly peaceful. If two birds twitter at the same time, that seems noisy! Perhaps you'll hear the buzz of a Vespa scooter a mile away, but that's about it. The views are panoramic with the Atlantic in the distance and around you beautiful rolling countryside. We have almost three acres, so total privacy is what you get. Sitting there early in the morning before the children get up with my fresh coffee and a good book I feel the stress just flow away! Why do we live in London?..

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