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Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira

Family-friendly villa with water park and outdoor pool

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Pool & Terrace
The Villa
The Pool
No other properties overlooking
The pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8300 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Balaia Golf Village
  • Place, The Strip
  • Place, Albufeira Old Town Square
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira

PLEASE READ THE REVIEWS - YOU WILL NOT ONLY GET A FABULOUS VILLA BUT BRILLIANT SERVICE

Villa El-Gharb is a truly outstanding 4 bedroom property in a beautiful, peaceful, rural and secluded setting, which affords absolute privacy. Situated well away from the noisy tourist areas in a country setting yet only 5 minutes drive to the gorgeous beaches of Balaia, Falesia, Olhos D'Agua and only 15 minutes drive to the stunning beaches of Praia de Sao Raphael and Do Castelo, which are further along the coast.

Although situated in a rural area the villa is close to Albufeira, with only 5 minutes drive to the Old Town or the New Town (The "Strip" as it is sometime known). It is only a few minutes drive to everything you could possibly want, supermarkets, a pharmacy, many local shops and cafes. There is a mini-market available for essentials only a few minutes walk away and also close to a couple of bars and cafes. There is easy access to the A22 motorway and the EN125; driving time to Faro airport is 30 to 35 minutes with Vilamoura only 15 to 20 minutes drive away.

If you don't want to drive there is a bus stop close at hand with a frequent service into Albufeira, which takes about 10 minutes. Car hire is recommended but not absolutely essential.

The villa sits on its own on a large plot surrounded by fields and orchards, mainly orange trees and typical Portuguese countryside. In keeping with the surroundings the garden is well stocked with mature shrubs, palm trees and flowers, which border the large private pool adjacent to the terrace. The garden is fenced and very safe for children.

In terms of accommodation, the villa is on 2 floors, there is a large lounge/dining room and a large fully fitted kitchen. On the ground floor there are three large bedrooms, two of which can be made either as a double or twin. One has an en-suite shower room with patio doors leading to the terrace and poolside area. The other two share a large well appointed shower room / bathroom. On the first floor there is a fabulous master bedroom with a terrace looking over the pool and has a beautiful new shower room; again can be made up either as a double or twin. All bedrooms have large fitted wardrobes.

The sun terraces are secluded with no other property overlooking the villa or pool area; if you want absolute privacy this villa is villa is perfect. The property is fully double glazed, has an alarm system, Satellite TV (not Sky), heating, fully air-conditioned, Wifi internet, BBQ, automatic garden irrigation system, extensive garden lighting and solar panels for hot water. There is a large driveway and parking area and entry is by electronic gates.

For the safety of young children the pool can be fenced off if requested at the time of booking, or well before arrival.

The villa is fully equipped to a very high standard with quality white goods and quality guest and pool towels are provided

See the location map for a view of the surrounding land and fields.

Please note, not all of the items displayed in the photos will be available as some are personal items.

NOTE 1 - 25% DEPOSIT PAYABLE UPON BOOKING.

NOTE 2 - WHEN BOOKING A VILLA YOU SHOULD ENSURE THE VILLA IS LICENSED BY THE LOCAL COUNCIL IN PORTUGAL. IF NOT IT WILL NOT HAVE BEEN INSPECTED BY THE COUNCIL AND AWARDED A SAFETY CERTIFICATE. OUR VILLA IS LICENSED BY ALBUFEIRA COUNCIL.

NOTE 3 - MINIMUM AGE FOR BOOKING IS 25. GROUPS OF YOUNG SINGLE MALES AND FEMALES, STAG & HEN PARTIES ARE NOT ALLOWED.

NOTE 4 - SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE VILLA. IF THERE IS EVIDENCE OF SMOKING IN THE VILLA THE SECURITY DEPOSIT WILL NOT BE RETURNED.

NOTE 5 - NO PETS ARE ALLOWED.

NOTE 6 - NO EVENTS OR PARTIES ARE ALLOWED.

NOTE 7 - PRICES QUOTED INCLUDE A FULL CLEAN UPON DEPARTURE. FOR 2 WEEK BOOKINGS A FULL CLEAN AND CHANGE OF BED LINEN / TOWELS WILL BE PROVIDED AFTER AROUND 7 NIGHTS. FOR 7 DAY BOOKINGS NO ADDITIONAL CLEANING WILL TAKE PLACE, HOWEVER, ADDITIONAL TOWELS WILL BE PROVIDED, BED LINEN WILL NOT BE CHANGED. ADDITIONAL CLEANING AND A CHANGE OF BED LINEN CAN BE REQUESTED FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE.

NOTE 8 - SORRY BUT THE VILLA IS NOT SUITABLE FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS.

NOTE 9 - PLEASE NOTE THAT BOOKINGS OF GAPS OF MORE THAN ONE DAY FROM ANOTHER BOOKING, PARTICULARLY IN JULY & AUGUST, MIGHT NOT BE APPROVED. THIS IS BECAUSE OF THE LOSS OF INCOME TO THE OWNER IN THE HIGH SEASON.

NOTE 10 - BOOKINGS OF LESS THAT 7 NIGHTS ARE NOT NORMALLY ACCEPTED, BUT THE OWNER MIGHT AGREE, BUT ONLY TO FILL IN BETWEEN OTHER BOOKINGS.

NOTE 11 - FROM MAY 2024 PORTUGAL HAS INTRODUCED A DAILY TOURIST TAX THAT MUST BE PAID ON ARRIVAL TO THE VILLA MANAGER - €2 PER DAY UP TO A MAXIMUM OF 7 DAYS FOR ALL GUESTS AGED 13 AND OVER.

NOTE 12 - PRICES QUOTED ARE FOR 2026 ONLY. FOR 2027 PRICES WILL BE AMENDED BY MID 2026 - SUNDAY ARRIVALS ARE OFTEN NOT POSSIBLE DUE TO OTHER BOOKINGS, SO YOU NEED TO ASK

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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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
Pool fence available on request
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the villa, outside OK
No young single sex parties, stag or hen parties allowed, families only
Sunday check-in is not allowed

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 75977/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, this villa is in the city centre and near the beach. Albufeira Marina and Vilamoura Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oura Beach and Falesia Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Vilamoura Tennis Center, or check out an event or a game at Albufeira Bullring. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Albufeira, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Balaia Golf Village - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Strip - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 9 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 12 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Falesia Beach - 18 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 5 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Snack Bar Haja Saúde - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Oliveiras - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Soft Caffe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪O Costa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Alfarroba Cafe - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa with Private Pool in Rural Peaceful Location - Only 5 Minutes To Albufeira located?

This family-friendly Albufeira villa is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Balaia Golf Village, The Strip and Albufeira Bullring. Maria Luisa Beach and Santa Eulalia Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Ken Paterson

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My name is Ken Paterson married to Yvonne. We do not own this property; it is owned by our close Portuguese friends, Nuno and his father Rogerio. We now handle the bookings for them in the UK and commenced doing so from June 2018. I worked in Financial services as the Compliance & Risk Director for a major national Independent Financial Adviser but now retired. Yvonne was an office manager with an estate agent, previously with a major high street bank, IBM, but also now retired.

We bought our first apartment at Villa Rosal in Sao Raphael near Albufeira 19 years ago when we first met Nuno and Rogerio. Nuno is an Estate Agent and Rogerio owns a company that manages villas on behalf of clients. Villa El-Gharb is well known to us and it gives total peace and quiet, which most people want on holiday. The villa really is gorgeous.

We bought a villa just outside Albufeira in 2009, where we now live for 7 or 8 months each year.

If like us you want peace and quiet but close to everything then Villa El-Gharb provides it.

Why they chose this property

The villa is in a rural location surrounded by farmland and orchards, so away from the noisy tourist areas. It is very peaceful without being isolated. A bus stop is a few minutes walk and frequent services takes you into Albufeira in 10 minutes. There is a pub, cafe and small shop a walk away.

It is private, quiet and peaceful with lovely views over the countryside. Although a country location it is only 5 minutes drive to Albufeira old town or new town. Beaches can be accessed in 5 minutes as can many golf courses.

There is everything you could want close at hand with the Intermarche supermarket, fruit market, chemist, cafes and lovely local restaurants or a drive of 15 minutes gets you to the famous Algarve Shopping Centre, Guia, Vilamoura and 35 minutes drive from Faro Airport.

What makes this property unique

Peace and quiet in a top quality villa without having to put up with the noise of living in a tourist area, but a short drive to absolutely everything the Algarve has to offer.

It is secure with high metal fencing, electric security gates and safe for children. The villa is also alarmed and monitored by a security firm.

Languages:

English, Portuguese