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 Casa dos Bons Ares

Villa with private pool and panoramic sea views.

Sleeps max 6 in 3 bedrooms.

nr.  Tavira

Off-the beaten-track rating -

Privacy rating -

Casa dos Bon Ares occupies a privileged spot in the hills north of Tavira. On arriving, the first thing that will strike you is the silence - if you want some peace and quiet you will find it here in abundance. Add to that the uninterrupted views down to the coast from the house, the terraces and the pool, and you have a recipe for relaxation that you won't want to leave.

Prices are in pounds Sterling (GBP) for the property per week, regardless of the number of people (maximum 6).

Season Period

GBP
low 3 - 31 May, 27 September - 1 November 649
mid 31 May - 28 June, 30 August - 27 September 799
high 28 June - 19 July, 16 - 30 August 999
peak 19 July -  16 August 1099

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Further information

What is the accommodation like ?                      Facilities

The house is built around the view, with all rooms looking out south-east to the sea through large, bright windows. It is arranged on three levels. At the entrance level, there are two bedrooms. One is a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and French windows opening onto its own balcony. The second has twin beds placed together and also French windows opening onto its own balcony. They share a bathroom with bath, hand basin and WC.

Going up a level is the third bedroom with twin beds placed together, French windows to the upper terrace (with outside staircase to the pool terrace) and en-suite bathroom with bath, hand basin and WC. The is also a separate shower room on this level.

On the ground floor level is the kitchen and lounge/dining room. The kitchen if fully equipped for self-catering and is a lovely bright room with French windows out onto the terrace. The lounge is equipped with Satellite TV and DVD/CD. There is a dining table for 6 people. Again, it is a lovely bright room with double French windows opening out onto the terrace.

The house has air-conditioning throughout and is being newly furnished this year to a high standard.

What outside spaces and facilities are there ?

Each bedroom has its own terrace. On the ground level, a shaded terrace runs the length of the house and is equipped with outside dining for 6 people. Steps lead down onto the pool terrace with a 10m x 4m pool and sun loungers. Surrounding the house is a landscaped hillside garden which is fully fenced.

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

Change-over days are Saturdays.  Check-in time is 15.00 hrs. Check out time is 10.00 hrs.

For how long can we stay ?

The minimum stay is 7 nights, though you'll probably want to stay longer.

How close are the nearest food shops ?

The nearest food shops are in Tavira, a ten minute drive down the hill. Here, you are spoilt for choice of good supermarkets and a great daily fresh produce market.

How close is the nearest restaurant ?

There is a huge choice of good restaurants in Tavira, serving Portuguese and  International cuisine, with many specialising in sea food.

How close is the nearest beach ?

The nearest beaches are at Tavira, Cabanas and St.Luzia, all about a 15 min drive + short boat ride away.

What is there to do ?

Casa dos Bon Ares is the perfect venue to kick back and do nothing: read a book, swim in the pool, enjoy the view, walk in the silence of the hills.

Do we need to hire a car ?

Yes. Casa dos Bon Ares is off the beaten track.

How far is the airport ?

Faro Airport is about 45 minutes drive away.

Can we smoke in the house ?

No. Ashtrays are provided for smoking outside.

The nearest food shops are in Tavira, a ten minute drive down the hill. Here, you are spoilt for choice of good supermarkets and a great daily fresh produce market.

How close is the nearest restaurant ?

There is a huge choice of good restaurants in Tavira, serving Portuguese and  International cuisine, with many specialising in sea food.

How close is the nearest beach ?

The nearest beaches are at Tavira, Cabanas and St.Luzia, all about a 15 min drive + short boat ride away.

What is there to do ?

Casa dos Bon Ares is the perfect venue to kick back and do nothing: read a book, swim in the pool, enjoy the view, walk in the silence of the hills.

Do we need to hire a car ?

Yes. Casa dos Bon Ares is off the beaten track.

How far is the airport ?

Faro Airport is about 45 minutes drive away.

Can we smoke in the house ?

No. Ashtrays are provided for smoking outside.

Casa Rosa is an old farm house that has been renovated and decorated with a tasteful blend of the old and the new. It is cool in summer, cosy in winter. 

It sleeps up to a maximum of six people in three bedrooms. There is one double bedroom with en-suite shower room, a second double bedroom, and a twin bedroom. There is a separate bathroom. There is a large ‘L’-shaped living area comprising lounge, dining room and kitchen. 

The house is very well equipped throughout. The kitchen has everything you will need for self-catering, including: hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle. The bright dining area seats up to six and looks out through French windows onto the garden and the outside dining table. The lounge is equipped with satellite television and an open fire for the winter. Also for the winter, there is gas heating throughout the house. There is a washing machine in the bathroom.

How big is the house ?

The interior floor area of the house is 1030 square feet / 96 square metres.

What outside spaces and facilities are there ?

Outside, the house has its own parking, gardens, and private pool. At the front of the house there is a huge terrace with panoramic views over the sea and surrounding area - at it's best at sunset. It is equipped with a table and benches for dining and a barbeque. Behind the house is a small hill with native pine trees. The house is not overlooked by any other houses so is the perfect place for those who value peace and privacy.

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

Between April and October, change-over days are Fridays. Check-in time is 15:00 hrs and check out time 11.00 hrs. In the winter months, we are flexible on both days and times.

For how long can we stay ?

The minimum stay is 7 nights. Longer winter stays have discounted prices.

How close are the nearest food shops ?

The nearest food shops are at Luz de Tavira, 3 km away. There is a small daily fruit, veg and fish market, a good butcher's, a grocer's and a small supermarket. Larger supermarkets are at Moncarapacho (10 minutes drive away) and Tavira (15 minutes drive away).

How close is the nearest restaurant ?

There is a great local restaurant specializing in sea food less than five minutes walk away. Its incredibly popular with the Portuguese and with foreigners living locally, but is unknown to tourists. It serves good food at very reasonable prices.

How close is the nearest beach ?

The nearest beaches are at Fuzeta (ten minute drive), Barril (five minute drive), and St.Luzia (ten minute drive).

What is there to do ?

There are no organised activities near-by. However, with the lagoon and salt-marshes on your doorstep, its a great place for bird watching. Artists may also find fruitful motifs in the boats and people working along the shore, the local houses, and the landscape of the Ria Formosa. The area is mainly flat and is traversed by many dirt roads, making it suitable for walkers, runners and cyclists.

Do we need to hire a car ?

Yes.

How far is the airport ?

Casa Rosa is just a 20-30 minute drive from Faro airport.

Can we smoke in the house ?

No. Ashtrays are provided for smoking outside.

Is there anything else we should know about Casa Rosa ?

Casa Rosa has a tame cat called 'Missy' resident in the garden which we ask guests to feed (food is provided).

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