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Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Armação de Pêra, Faro District
  • Place, Vale do Olival Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Aqualand Algarve
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Armação Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

2 Twin Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Twin Beds

Living Room 1

2 Twin Murphy Beds

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Toilet 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa

Villa Camaleao lovely private villa 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 pools set in its own walled grounds, landscaped gardens with views looking over the quiet countryside. secure parking,electric gates,cobbled drive lined with almond and pine trees. Lovely villa for relaxing and alfresco dining, garden cocktail bar,BBQ The villa is located near Porches, which is renowned for its Pottery/Local wine, and only 2km from the fishing village of Armacao de Pera with its lovely sandy beaches, a range of restaurant cafes bars, supermarket Golf and horse riding within easy reach.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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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

Important information

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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
Property Registration Number 964310

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Silves

Located in Silves, this villa is in a rural area and near the beach. Albufeira Marina and Balaia Golf Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Salgados Beach and Benagil Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Aqualand Algarve and Slide and Splash Water Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Armação de Pêra, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Vale do Olival Beach - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Aqualand Algarve - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Armação Beach - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Delphinus Divers - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Senhora da Rocha Beach - 9 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Silves Station - 14 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Churrasqueira Brisa Mar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Churrascaria Balbino - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪O Cantinho Da Dora - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪O Pelintra - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Olivalmar - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa?

As of Mar 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa on Apr 11, 2026 start from $1,001, 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 Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two Private Pools & Waterfall in a Stunning Portuguese Villa located?

This family-friendly Silves villa is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Armação Beach, Aqualand Algarve and Vale do Olival Beach. Praia dos Tremoços and Cova Redonda Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Camaleao turned out to be an excellent place for our family group of 12 to spend a warm week in the Algarve ... loads of space, effective aircon, nice pool and Steve and Janie were friendly and welcoming hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen F.

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

Great place.

The owners were very friendly and helpful. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and tidy. Overall a great place for a family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa was beautiful. The backyard was an oasis with the two pools and the couches. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. The rooms were nice and the several bathrooms made it perfect for our large group. Steve and Janie were so welcoming and friendly. They gave us great suggestions and were responsive to everything--including the stray kitten we found wandering around. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Niel G.

Wonderful villa

Lovely location. Great villa and pool. Amenities second to none and hosts are simply the best. Highly recommended. Will definitely stay there again and very soon

10/10 Excellent

Silje Grande H.

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

Beautiful place for a family holiday:)

This villa was perfect for our stay - a big family of three generations. Well-kept and with lots of different spaces outside to sun-bathe, read or relax, a spacious swimming-pool and a heated waterfall-pool, and a lovely dining area outside. We had a wonderful holiday:) Thank you to our lovely hosts, Steve and Janie!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Egill B.

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

Outstanding experience in this paradise on earth

Modern, spacious and well equipped villa with amazing private area and swimming pools. The property is very well located in a silent area, at the same time close to many attractions and supermarkets. Many thanks to Steve and Janie, with their outstanding hospitality, made our vacation memorable
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin W.

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

Excellent property

Excellent property that was perfect for my family. Apart from days out, the grandchildren spent as much time as possible in the pool, they preferred it to going out for the day. The property was fully equipped and excellently kept. Our hosts were excellent.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

A wonderful stay in the Algarve

The property was immaculatety turned out with everything you could possibly want in a superbly equipped kitchen the host Steve and his wife Junie were superb they made our family of twelve more than welcome we were so pleased that all the family would like to return probably in 2025 as the location for all manner of activities are literally on the doorstep
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian N.

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

Fabulous Villa and Perfect Hosts

The Villa was perfect for our 40th Anniversary family celebration. All the facilities were top quality and excellent for all ages in our group, we couldn’t fault a thing. Steve and Janie were the best hosts, they recommended a local private chef who came to the villa to cook a meal, which was well worth it and they were ready and quick to help if we needed anything. We would definitely recommend as ideal for a family holiday and can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Family stay in Portugal

12 of us stayed in this property for a week, including 3 generations and 5 kids. We had an awesome time. The property is brilliant, with a lovely pool, a smaller one for relaxing in, and a bar, terrace dining and BBQ. It was a short ride to the beach, and a walk to Aqualand. The holiday was perfect, and Steve and Janie were perfect hosts.

10/10 Excellent

Dr David Batman B.

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

Exceptional

From the moment of first contact the communications were top class. Steve and Janie could not have been better hosts As a family we have been having villa holidays for over 30 years and this villa was by far the best - enough rooms to fit adults, teenager and under 10's. .2 heated pools to give fun all day. Plus local water park for more action Local stores provided our food needs Would most definately recommend
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAMELA B.

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

Beautiful spacious villa

We have just returned from a wonderful 10 day stay in this beautiful Villa, perfect for a quiet relaxing family holiday. All the rooms are spacious and clean and furniture is of a very high standard. Many hours were spent around the pool where there were plenty of sun beds and chairs and in the evenings the bar was a favourite for pre dinner drinks watching the sun go down. Steve and Janie were on hand if ever we needed anything and made sure our stay was comfortable for us all. Thankyou both for a truly lovely, memorable holiday. Pam & family
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica m.

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

Beautiful villa

The villa was beautifully clean and spacious. Variety of places to sit and enjoy outside. We all loved the pool. Very private but in great reach of local amenities. Steve and Janie are so friendly and went out of their way to help make our stay as carefree as possible and recommend suitable places for us to visit. We cooked a lot and the kitchen was well equipped, the outside BBQ area was lovely. A midweek bathroom refresh was an unexpected delight. We couldn’t have felt more welcome and we’re thinking of booking again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

david M.

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

McKay family - June 2022

We booked back in 2019 but due to the pandemic didn't holiday until June 2022. Steve and Janie carried over our booking from 2019 staying with the original cost. The villa was top notch and our family loved the holiday. There were 8 adults and 5 children in the group. The kids especially loved the pool. Steve and Janie organised a chef to attend for a special occasion and Steve also organised golf for the golfers among us. A great stay at a great property with great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Villa Camaleo

We initially chose this property because of the amazing reviews and they were all spot on. The property is in a lovely condition and the outside is especially good. Which is important as most of the time is spent outside. Steve and Janie were terrific hosts. They responded to any questions immediately but did not impose at all. The taxi recommended was excellent and always reliable. We appreciated the twice weekly clean so were always comfortable. We would definitely recommend this property.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gregg P.

Top Villa

We booked 2 weeks with 6 adults and 5 teenagers in our group. We were really impressed with the villa and the outside pool area. Steve & Janie were there to greet us and stayed in touch throughout the 2 weeks to help in any way they could. Both have become good friends and we are looking forward to returning very soon. The villa is situated in a quiet area that made the whole 2 weeks very relaxing. The pool was used every day and night and a wonderful area around the villa to have BBQ's and chill by the bar. A couple of cars helped us get around for the shopping, visiting the algarve beaches and golf. We would all strongly recommend Villa Camaleao.

10/10 Excellent

Marie F.

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

Fantastic time

We have just returned from this villa with family of 11 aging from 70 to 4 for numerous celebrations June 10 to 17 Steve and jainie were.very helpful from booking to the day we left The villa is exactly as shown in pictures loads of space for everyone It was spotlessly clean and we even had bathroom clean and clean towels half way through the week The outside space is really good and comfortable nice pools even a waterfall in small pool It is about 50 min walk into armacao de pera which is a lovely town with nice restaurants and bars Everyone enjoyed themselves We only had one small issue that was the remote for the gate if we went out separate who had it to get back in but we worked with it Just an idea for Steve I would definitely recommend this villa
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Beautiful and very relaxing

Just returned from a week stay at this beautiful villa. I will start by saying all the reviews and the lovely photos do not lie. This villa is perfection inside and out, and for me what sets it apart for other villas we have stayed at are the wonderful outdoor areas which provide much needed shade for those who are not sun lovers, and the rest of us who like to chill out. If you want to stay in real Portugal and not just a resort, this is the villa for you. Steve and Janine were wonderful and all their recommendations were spot on, including the taxi transport they organised. (Don't even consider using any other). Hope to return again. Ann, Ireland

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Y.

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

Wonderful luxurious villa

My partner and I with our families had the most wonderful stay at this very special villa. It catered for all our needs (adults of mixed ages and a 20 month old baby) and was the ideal place to stay in preparation for our wedding in the Algarve. The pool outdoor area is fantastic, with so many options for relaxing and hanging out. Several fridges to accommodate lots of people and great kitchen space and worktops. Very comfortable bedrooms all with air conditioning. We had an incredible meal at the villa catered by Chef Roberto's team, as recommended by Steve and Janie. Steve and Janie were so helpful and responsive e.g. coming to meet me at check in and check out, providing us with an extra set of keys, offering to drive us to the big supermarket and quickly providing us with a new iron. We had the absolute best time at the villa, highly recommend, thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mikael N.

Beautiful villa in a secure location

Our family spent a fantastic week in the beautiful Villa Camaleao. The villa itself was very spacious and all the rooms of a great standard, with a beautiful balcony space for all the bedrooms on the top floor. The outside space was superb, with a lovely dining area and outdoor BBQ. The pool area was also great with plenty of sun-loungers for everyone, and there were also plenty of shaded areas to relax in. A real bonus was the pool table and table tennis, which kept both adults and children entertained throughout the week. The villa is set in a secure location within walking distance of local restaurants and a water park, and only a short drive to the town and beach. Our hosts, Steve and Janie, were great, very friendly and helpful! Would definitely recommend this villa to anyone looking for a relaxing holiday. Mikael with family, representing Sweden, Norway, England, USA and Sierra Leone

8/10 Good

Jane E.

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

Spacious and Spotlessly Clean

Steve and Janie were so gracious and welcoming. Had a little trouble with directions but Steve was nice enough to meet us and direct us to their amazing house. We have rented houses from VRBO in the past but I must say this was the most immaculate one yet. We were a group of 5 and all had our own bedrooms with one to spare. Outside pool area was delightful and a wonderful place for meals. Kitchen very well equipped with everything you would need to cook for a huge group. However, we felt the house was a little remote and not near the water or restaurants except one. Also washing clothes was difficult because the only time to start washing machine was from 12 - 2. But when we traveled around the Algarve during the day, we were always happy to return to this wonderful house. J.E.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sang Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fantastic stay

We were a group of 12. We traveled to Portugal from October 7 through 17, 2022 for golfs. We stayed in Algarve, from October 8 through 13 in this house and stayed in Lisbon from October 13 through 17. The house is in a good location for golfing in Algarve area. We had 5 rounds of golf in Algarve. The house location is great. It was close to supermarket, highway and local restaurants. It was clean. The pool was really nice even though you have to pay extra for warming up. The jacuzzi is not usable at night. There was no dining facilities, dining table/chairs inside house. The only dining facilities are right outside kitchen. But, the weather was very nice and we had almost no issue about it even though it was a little chilly at night. There is no smart tv. It would have been lot better if there was a smart tv. The owner/manager, Steve, was really helpful. He was very responsive and friendly. Overall, I highly recommend this house despite couple of minor issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nalini C.

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

Prachtige villa, heerlijke verblijf!

Heerlijke vakantie gehad met vrienden en familie. De villa is van alle gemakken voorzien. Schoon en netjes. Alles mooi onderhouden. Prachtige en rustige omgeving. Max 10 min. rijden naar het dorpje. In het dorpje zitten meerdere supermarkten en restaurantjes. De hosts, Steve en Janie zijn super lief en attent. Toen ik de eerste dag aankwam in m’n eentje, werd ik opgevangen met een lekker drankje en Janie had wat te eten en drinken voor me in de koelkast gelegd. Ik was hier om mijn 40e verjaardag te vieren en Steve had me de tip gegeven om een kok aan huis te laten komen. Wat was dat fantastisch!! Het eten was subliem. Alles van de voorbereiding, tafel dekken tot en met de afwas werd voor ons gedaan. We hebben alleen maar genoten!! Ook het zwembad is heerlijk ruim en schoon. Verder waren de bedden fijn en het beddengoed schoon en prettig. Kortom @Steve en Janie: dank voor jullie goede zorgen. We hebben een onvergetelijke week gehad!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

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

Fantastic villa

We had a wonderful time. Steve and Janie stayed up late to greet us. They were available for anything we needed. Steve, Colin said he loved your chats while you were cleaning the pool. We would absolutely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keith T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy

Family Holiday 2022

Fantastic place, wonderfull hosts. Dreadfully experience from VRBO. They could not take my money despite trying to pay them about 15 times I paid the owners direct in the end. They gave us the wrong address for the property twice and if I had not got the sav nav details from the owner we would have found the place at all.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Steve

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We are dedicated to make your stay with us a special time you will remember

Why they chose this property

If you are looking for a safe relaxing holiday with a villa that is not overlooked with private pools to suite 3-4 generations of families then we welcome you to Villa Camaleao

What makes this property unique

Camaleao is only 2Klm from the beach, close enough to walk through the countryside into town with bars, restaurants and fantastic beach but far enough from the hustle and bustle of tourism

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