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Holiday in a Windmill near Tavira, Algarve. Pool with 2 bedrooms

Sleeps 4.
near Tavira, Cabanas

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Description (Property Reference: 108) Admit it, you've always wanted to holiday in a windmill, haven't you ? Well, here is your chance. Not just any old windmill, but one complete with sweeps and internal workings and all lovingly restored to make the most unforgetable holiday home for you. It sits atop a hill with panoramic 360º views of the hills and down to the Eastern Algarve coast. Without being isolated it is tranquil and private and transmits a magical charm which you'll love. So treat yourselves to a holiday at The Windmill.

Prices

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Period Price GBP 28 Aug 2010 to 2 Oct 2010   GBP 999 2 Oct 2010 to 6 Nov 2010   GBP 749

Notes Prices are for the property per week, regardless of the number of people (up to the maximum number of people for the property).

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Facility Comment oven YES hob YES microwave YES fridge/freezer YES electric kettle YES toaster YES iron YES ironing board YES wood burning fire YES heating YES

Facility Comment air conditioning YES - double bedroom swimming pool YES barbeque YES - built-in satellite TV YES DVD YES CD YES baby cot YES high chair YES washing machine YES

What is the accommodation like ?

Very special. Its not everyday you get to holiday in a windmill, and one in which so many original features have been incorporated into delightful new living spaces. The ground floor of the windmill is now a wonderfully cosy, cave-like indoor dining room. Up the stone steps to the next floor you will find a window seat beside the old mill wheel. Then ascending the ladder to the top floor, you are in the conical roof amidst the original working mechanism. Here, you are on top of the world and can look right down to the Algarve coastline from the two large windows. You can swing in the hammock or lounge on the gaint bean bags; quite simply the best place we've found yet to chill out with a good book and while away the hot siesta hours. It's a dream.

In the cottage built around The Windmill, you have an attractive, galley-like kitchen, with views to the coast and a door to the outside terrace. From the kitchen, you can step down into the lounge, with its comfortable sofa, satellite TV and double patio doors to the terrace. The principal bedroom has a double bed, an en-suite shower room and views to the east and the rising sun. The second bedroom has twin beds and views to the north. The main bathroom has a small bath with a shower in it.

What outside spaces and facilities are there ?

There is a large, south-facing terrace which has panoramic views down to the coast and out over the sea. This is where you will spend most of your time in the summer. Immediately outside the kitchen, there is a dining table under a shade roof - with panoramic views of the Algarve. In front of this, on the edge of the hill, is the pool - also with panoramic views. There are sunloungers for around the pool. There is a small lawned garden on the west side of The Windmill, walled and gated from the entrance. The eastern side of the terrace is also walled and gated to keep you private and in the lee of any Eastern or Northern winds. Also within the terrace area is a built in barbeque and wood/charcoal burning oven. Climb the staircase that winds around The Windmill and you find yourself on a roof terrace with 360º views and offering total privacy. To the east of the house is a further terraced area with stone bench where early risers can watch the sun come up. At the front of the house is a walled and gated parking area. In short, there is always somewhere private outside in the sun or the shade, out of the wind and always with fantastic views.

What is it like walking from the property ?

Being  a windmill, you are on the top of a small hill, so everywhere around you is down. You can walk five minutes back up the road into the local village for a coffee, a beer or a meal. Or you can set out across the hills of the Algarve countryside and perhaps come back via the road.

How close is the nearest beach ?

The nearest beach is at Cabanas, a 15 minute drive down hill.

How close are the nearest food shops ?

There is a tiny shop 5 minutes walk away in the local village which stocks some essentials. The old lady who owns it may even serve you eggs fresh from her own chickens or oranges fresh from her trees. The nearest supermarket is on the outskirts of Tavira, a 15 minute drive away.

How close are the nearest restaurants ?

There are two simple local restaurants within less than five minutes walk into the village. Food normally has to be ordered in the morning. Otherwise, it's a 15 minute drive down the hill into Cabanas or Tavira, where a wealth of eating options awaits you.

How far is the nearest airport ?

Faro airport is about a 50 minute drive away.

Do we need to hire a car ?

Yes. A donkey would be more appropriate, but perhaps too slow. See our car hire.

What is there to do ?

The Windmill makes for a fabulous holiday in the Algarve, in a fabulous location, so just sit back and enjoy it. Float in the pool and out into the air down to the coast. Relax in the turret of The Windmill. Read a book or three. Enjoy the silence.

Are children welcome ?

Yes, they'll love it.

Are pets welcome ?

No, sorry.

Can we smoke in the property ?

No. Smoking outside only. SMOKERS MUST BE PARTICULARLY VIGILANT IN THE DRY SUMMER MONTHS DUE TO THE HEIGHTENED RISK OF FIRE.

On which day(s) can we arrive/leave ?

Change-over days are Saturdays. Check-in time is 16:00 hrs and check out time 11.00 hrs. In the winter months, we are flexible on times.

Is there a minimum/maximum length of stay ?

The minimum stay is 7 nights, though once here, you won't want to go home so you'd be better off booking 2 or 3 weeks.

Is there anything else I should know about the property ?

For guests who have stayed here before, The Windmill is the new name for 'O' Moinho.

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