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Private swimming pool with wooden sun loungers and lush tropical garden at Casa Santalena, a 3-bedroom holiday villa in Carvoeiro, Algarve, Portugal
Fully equipped modern kitchen with dining area featuring a glass-top table and comfortable seating at Casa Santalena villa in Carvoeiro, Algarve
Bright twin bedroom with blue and white striped bedding, wicker headboard, and garden views at Casa Santalena villa in Carvoeiro, Algarve
Cosy twin bedroom with wooden headboards, bedside lamp, and en-suite bathroom access at Casa Santalena holiday villa in Carvoeiro, Algarve
Spacious living and dining room with traditional Portuguese decor, wooden dining table, and garden views at Casa Santalena villa in Carvoeiro, Algarve

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6207 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Off-street parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Carvoeiro, Algarve
  • Place, Carvoeiro Tennis Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Gramacho Pestana Golf
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Carvoeiro Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro

Relaxing Family Retreat: Casa Santalena in Sesmarias



Looking for the perfect family escape? Casa Santalena offers a delightful blend of comfort, fun, and relaxation. This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom villa is situated in the charming village of Sesmarias, close to Carvoeiro, making it an ideal base for exploring the Algarve.



Family-Friendly Comfort

Casa Santalena is designed with families in mind. The villa boasts three air-conditioned bedrooms: two twin bedrooms that share a modern bathroom and a large master suite featuring two double beds and an en-suite. With plenty of space for everyone, you’ll feel right at home.



The open-plan living and dining area is a hub of entertainment, complete with a large TV offering British channels, a DVD player, and a selection of DVDs. Free Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected, while a cozy log-burning fire adds warmth and charm for cooler evenings.



Fully Equipped for Convenience

The villa’s fully fitted kitchen has everything you need, including a dishwasher, washing machine, and microwave, so you can whip up family meals with ease. Recently renovated bathrooms and kitchen add a touch of modern elegance to your stay.



Outdoor Fun & Relaxation

Step outside to your private swimming pool, surrounded by a sun-drenched terrace. Whether you’re splashing in the pool, relaxing on a sun lounger, or enjoying an al fresco meal prepared on the charcoal barbecue, this space is perfect for family bonding. An outdoor shower adds extra convenience after a day of swimming.



Prime Location

Sesmarias offers a handful of cafés, restaurants, and a convenience store just around the corner from the villa. A short drive brings you to Carvoeiro, a vibrant village known for its stunning beaches, bustling atmosphere, and family-friendly activities. Take a boat trip to explore the nearby caves, try kayaking, or simply unwind at one of the many excellent restaurants. During summer, Carvoeiro comes alive with open-air music events—fun for all ages!



Explore the Algarve

From thrilling water parks like Slide and Splash (just 5 km away) to the enchanting Lagos Zoo, there’s no shortage of family adventures. For shopping and stocking up, head to nearby Lagoa, where large supermarkets and a modern shopping mall await.



Year-Round Comfort

Casa Santalena is equipped with air conditioning in all bedrooms, which also provides heating in the cooler months, making it a perfect retreat any time of the year.



Important Information



Comprehensive travel insurance is recommended, including cancellation and personal belongings cover.

House Rules: No stag/hen parties or similar groups. Quiet hours from 11 PM to 7 AM.



226641/AL



Create lasting family memories at Casa Santalena—your perfect Algarve getaway awaits!

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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 3–17
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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
Checkin 15:00-00:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • High chair fee: EUR 25 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 not indicated whether 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 22664/AL

About the area

Lagoa

Located in Sesmarias, a neighbourhood in Lagoa, this villa is near a water park. Marina de Lagos and Albufeira Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carvoeiro Beach and Benagil Beach. Slide and Splash Water Park and Aqualand Algarve are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Windsurfing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
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Carvoeiro, Algarve

What's nearby

  • Carvoeiro Tennis Club - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gramacho Pestana Golf - 5 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Carvoeiro Beach - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Paraiso Beach - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 32 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • Lagoa Ferragudo Station - 10 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪chef’s kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pastelaria Fabrica Velha - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Oasis - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Encci - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Imprevisto - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro?

As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro on 7 Apr 2026 start from AU$319, 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 Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Casa Santalena | Private 3 Bed Villa | Private pool | Carvoeiro located?

Located in Sesmarias, this villa is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carvoeiro Tennis Club and Gramacho Pestana Golf. Paraiso Beach and Carvoeiro Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Great villa

Very spacious well equipped villa with a lovely pool. Window blind required for small window in master bedroom.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Really good villa and holiday experience

We stayed for a week in August as a family of four. The villa was excellent and the whole experience, from booking to having our week away was 5 star. It's a really good family villa with a great pool area. There are also good restaurants within walking distance if you don't want to drive or taxi.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mary Frances

Casa Santalena

Stunning villa, pool is large and the location is very private. Yet close to other villas , a few restaurants and local shop . Self check in was very easy . Highly recommended the company algarveholidaylets.com, amazing to deal with. Smart TV , so families can use their own streaming apps .
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2024
t's always our goal to provide our guests with a comfortable and memorable stay, and your positive comments reaffirm that we're on the right track. We truly appreciate your kind words about Villa Santaelena as it motivates our team to continue delivering exceptional service.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mary Frances

Casa Santalena

Stunning villa, pool is large and the location is very private. Yet close to other villas , a few restaurants and local shop . Self check in was very easy . Highly recommended the company algarveholidaylets.com, amazing to deal with. Smart TV , so families can use their own streaming apps .
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
t's always our goal to provide our guests with a comfortable and memorable stay, and your positive comments reaffirm that we're on the right track. We truly appreciate your kind words about Villa Santaelena as it motivates our team to continue delivering exceptional service.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

TRACEY

Review

Very clean, well equipped. Plenty of lovely towels. Plenty of storage space. Good location for outings. Quiet area. Lovely pool with lots of sun beds. Would stay again! Mattress in travel cot. Broken tiles in and around pool. Ones on steps in pool sharp and dangerous. Decor a little dated.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry to hear that certain aspects of your stay didn’t meet expectations. We truly appreciate you highlighting the issue with the travel cot mattress and the broken tiles in and around the pool — guest safety is our top priority. Following your comments, we’ve taken immediate action and the pool has now been drained and repairs to the tiles, particularly on the steps, have been completed. We also appreciate your note about the decor and will take it into consideration as we plan future improvements. Thank you again for your valuable input — it helps us provide a better experience for all guests. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Claerwen Elisabeth

Fantastic stay

We had an amazing 5 night break at Casa Santalena. Accommodation was spacious and comfortable and the villa was equipped with absolutely everything you’d find at home. Lovely clean pool and massive outdoor area. Couldn’t fault anything. The online guide is very helpful and informative. There’s a small supermarket on the doorstep that sells everything you could need and the restaurants close by do fantastic takeaway food. Would definitely return. Thanks for making an awesome holiday perfect! A bit more info on how to get to the bins to empty rubbish on check out. It was easy enough to find where to take it once we’d wandered around but quite a haul.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic stay at Casa Santalena and that the villa had everything you needed to feel right at home. It's great to know you enjoyed the pool, the spacious outdoor area, and the convenience of the local amenities and takeaway spots nearby. We're also really glad you found the online guide helpful—thanks for mentioning that! And we really appreciate your feedback about the bins we’ll be sure tothe guide with clearer instructions to make check-out even smoother for future guests. It was a pleasure to host you, and we’d absolutely love to welcome you back anytime. Thanks again for your kind words!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Stunning villa and pool

This villa ticks all the boxes,it is so spacious. The pool is just lovely and we definitely made the most of it. The bathrooms are lovely and modern and the kitchen is well equipped. The villa is in a really quiet area,it was so peaceful. There is a shop around the corner and a lovely Italian restaurant. We hired a car and visited a few local beaches. There is also an Aldi 5mins away. I would definitely recommend this villa to others. We did have a couple of water outages during our stay which was an inconvenience but the management company were really helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ramón S.

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

Acogedora - Tranquila - Bien Ubicada

Todo se correspondía al anuncio. Casa acogedora, zona muy tranquila, parecía que no había nadie en la zona, pero muy buena ubicación. Cerca de muchas playas (la mejor la que estaba más cerca, Praia Dos Carneiros, a 4 Km) y supermercados. Había un pequeño supermercado a 1min andando.....recomendable 100%. Si le tuviese que poner una pega, sería la falta de césped, aún así lo dicho anteriormente lo compensa, repetiremos seguro.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Casa Santelena

We had a wonderful time in Casa Santelena. We enjoyed the pool and everything the villa provided for us. There were 4 adults and one baby. Plenty of room for all of us. We had a courtesy visit after our day of arrival to check if we needed any help which was very useful. Overall we would stay there again. The oven temperature dial didn't work properly. You had to turn the dial without the controller on to get it to work. It did get very hot in the living room as there was no air conditioning. There was a fan provided but I think it should of been a larger one to get some relief.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2022
Thank you for leaving this review and we are delighted that you enjoyed your holiday and look forward to seeing you again in the future. Thank you for alerting us to the issue with the oven which we have now repaired. We would have attended to it while you were there if you had a called us – please do not hesitate to call the emergency line with any problems so we can resolve and make your stay more comfortable.
Verified

8/10 Good

Jonatan B.

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

Casa acojedora y tranquila

Casa muy espaciosa con todo lo necesario para pasar unos días disfrutando de la tranquilidad y cerca de playas preciosas.
Archival

8/10 Good

Carlos C.

Uitstekende vakantiewoning op prachtlocatie.

Zeer mooie villa op een uitstekende locatie, veel genot op wandelafstand en misschien 1enkele tip, zwembad een beetje verwarmen, TOP.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure having Carlos stay with us. They kept the property clean and tidy and stuck to the house rules. We´d love to welcome them back any time
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Aine O.

Fantastic property

Party of six, 4 adults and 2 children - Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at casa santalena. Amazing villa with good sized pool in a quiet area, totally met all our needs. Small supermarket conveniently located round corner from villa. Would have been nice if Carvoeiro town had been within closer proximity to walk but was a good 30 mins, too long for children in heat. Overall we had excellent time and villa really impressed us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Archival

8/10 Good

Paul C.

Excellent!!

Absolutely wonderful Villa everything you could wish for. Even had british TV for when the kids went to bed ha ha. Just one or two little niggles however, there were no Dinner plates for meal just small plates which I would describe as "Tea Plates". Also there are no shaver sockes in the bathrooms but other than that it was fantastic. You do need a car though if you want to visit anywhere. Local buses were good. There were seven of us including three young children so frequent trips to the Supermarket were in order but would definitely stay again. Thanks Marina and Phillip you were first class.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

angela T.

Lovely Villa

We had a great holiday. The villa was stocked with everything you would need for a very comfortable stay. The quality of furnishings was great and it was extremely clean. The outside space was lovely. Very private and very quiet. We all loved the large pool and the huge dining table and chairs! Couldn't fault a thing. Thank you.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alex T.

Outstanding stay

We had the pleasure of staying at Santalena very recently and had a great time. The area of Sesmarias is quiet and peaceful, yet all the amenities we needed were within walking distance – a local shop, bars and two fantastic restaurants, one of which (Bon Bon) has just been awarded a Michelin star! The other – Oregano we had a fantastic 6 course meal for 4 people, the food was amazing and extremely reasonably priced. Only 10 minutes away was one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, Praia da Marinha where we enjoyed exploring the beach, rocks and cliff top walks. Equidistant are a selection of golf options for those who like to play with some fantastic courses that are very well maintained. The villa is only 40 minutes (or less) drive from Faro airport or 2hrs from Lisbon, depending upon your preference, and car hire and the short drive was very straightforward. The villa is very spacious, with a large pool, good WiFi, large widescreen LCD TV with IPTV and excellent facilities. It has a master en-suite bathroom, a further bathroom and a separate WC, all, together with the kitchen have recently been re-fitted to a very high standard – it really was a great place to stay and I can’t wait to go back, I’m already checking the next available dates when we can book!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Leo B.

Fantastic Holiday - The best!

Had a great time! The villa and Sesmarias are both nice and quiet. Good space outside around the pool with and without shade, nice open plan living and dining space giving lots of room and the TV box was a pleasant surprise as Multi-Language TV is rare in Portugal. Good bedrooms and space for everything we needed. Kitchen is modern and well equipped. Nice bathrooms with modern showers and other accessories. Good place if you want to chill out and laze by the pool and also in reach of coastal walks and beautiful beaches. We ate out at some great restaurants which are local and are priced well for the food which is served, as one restaurant (Bon Bon) has been awarded a Michelin star. Also near the town of Carvoeiro where there are other good restaurants and Café’s. Large English and English speaking community. Lovely people, great food at good prices, quiet area, great traditional villa with modern fittings and a pool, all 5 minutes from a town and beach, what’s not to like?
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gordon P.

Amazing, Fabulous Villa

We had a great 2 weeks over Easter, super weather and great Villa. Very spacious well designed accommodation, with all the rooms having double patio doors leading out to the lovely pool area was a real wow factor. The welcome pack was also a nice surprise. Having a well stocked local supermarket within a 5 minute walk was very convenient to. We look forward to returning next year.

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