Quintamar

Stylish accomodation with swimming lake close to beaches

Sleeps 2 - 24

nr. St Luzia,  Tavira

Quintamar is a special place hidden in the countryside yet within walking distance of St.Luzia and the local beaches. It exudes a calm relaxed atmosphere in its peaceful setting of almond, carob and olive orchards and with the focal point of its own ecological swimming lake. It offers spacious and stylish accommodation for couples and a friendly atmosphere to families and larger parties. A warm welcome awaits you.

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Prices (in pounds Sterling, per week, per apartment, regardless of the number of people staying - subject to the maximum number).

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house 1 (AP1)     house 2 (AP2)     g/f apartment (AP3)     1/f apartment (AP4)

Further information

What is the accommodation like ?           Facilities        Ground floor plan        First floor plan

All apartments are self-catering and are equipped and furnished in a similar style and to the same high standard throughout.

There are two houses with accommodation on two floors (see AP1 and AP2 on the floorplans). There is a ground floor apartment (AP3) and a first floor apartment (AP4).

The first house (AP1) has two double bedrooms upstairs, one with en-suite shower room. Down stairs there is a further bedroom with double sofa bed. The down stairs bathroom has both a bath and separate shower. There is a large combined lounge/kitchen and dining room.

The second house (AP2) has one double and one twin bedroom upstairs and a separate bathroom with a shower/bath. Down stairs there is a further bedroom with double sofa bed. There is a down stairs shower room. There is a large combined lounge/kitchen and dining room.

The ground floor apartment (AP3) has one double bedroom and a second bedroom with bunk beds where the lower bunk is a double. There is a shower room and a large combined lounge/kitchen and dining room.

The first floor apartment (AP4) has one double bedroom and a second bedroom with bunk beds where the lower bunk is a double. There is a shower room and a large combined lounge/kitchen and dining room.

All the kitchens are modern, fitted and fully equipped for great self-catering.

On the south side of the building - facing the lake and the sea - all rooms have full length glass doors opening out onto terraces or balconies, gaving fantastic light and great views.

Each house/apartment has free-to-air UK TV  and Sky channels, CD and DVD players. There is wireless internet access in all.

For the winter, each house/apartment has a great 'Bullerjan' log heater in the lounge.

There is a communal laundry room for the use of all guests.

All the houses/apartments can be open up into one another in different combinations for larger parties.

What outside spaces and facilities are there ?

The two houses both have a wide upstairs balconies with views over the lake, the countryside and to the sea.

The upstairs apartment has balconies both front and back with similar views and outside dining.

Both the houses and the ground floor apartment have terraces at the rear and in front, which open onto the lake shore and the swimming area. There are dining tables and chairs on the front terraces.

Sun beds and parasols are provided at the swimming area on the lake shore. The lake will also fascinate adults and children alike with its wildlife, especially the frogs and birds that it attracts.

At the rear of the accomodation is a private parking area and a lawned area for games.

You are also welcome to go and see the chickens, the pigeons and doves if you wish.

You are surronded by countryside in which you can freely walk and explore.

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

Change-over days are flexible. Standard check-in time is 16:00 hrs (4pm) and check-out time is 10.00 hrs (10am).

For how long can we stay ?

The minimum stay is 7 nights. You can stay one, two or more weeks.

How close are the nearest food shops ?

The nearest food shops are at St.Luzia, a 15 minute walk or short car ride away. Supermarkets are in Tavira, a 5 or 10 minute car ride away.

How close is the nearest restaurant ?

There is a host of good restaurants close by in St.Luzia.

How close is the nearest beach ?

The nearest beaches are Terra Estreita and Barril, each a 15 minute walk to the boat/mini-train.

What is there to do at Quintamar ?

Quintamar is ideal if you just wish to kick back and relax and do very little at all, or if you want a beach holiday, or as a centre from which to explore the Eastern Algarve. It offers something for everyone, adults and children alike.

Do we need to hire a car ?

Yes. Quintamar is in the country.

How far is Quintamar from the airport ?

Quintamar is about a 35 minute drive from Faro airport.

Can we smoke in the house ?

No. Ash trays are provided for smoking outside.

What else should we know about Quintamar ?

The couple who own Quintamar and their two young children also live on site.