Charming Villa with Heated Pool & Large Garden near Sandy Beach, Hiking and Golf

Featured

• Swimming pool
• Internet
• Air Conditioning
• Fireplace
• TV
• Satellite or cable
• Washer & Dryer
• Children Welcome
• Parking
• No Smoking
• Heater

Bathrooms

• Bathrooms: 3

• Main bathroom

  Toilet, combination tub/showerConnected to main bedroom.
• Terrace

  shower, outdoor showerNice to rinse yourself when returning from the beach
• Full bathroom 3

  Toilet, showerNewly remodeled. Safety handle on wall.
• Full bathroom 2

  Toilet, showerNewly remodeled. Safety handle on wall

• There are 3 separate bathrooms in Casa da Figueira. The main bathroom has a nice size bathtub with build-in shower and is connected to the main bedroom. The two other bathrooms are also newly remodeled with all new fixtures including large showers with safety handles. All bathrooms are done in the traditional Portuguese style with beautiful Azulejos. In addition, the twin bedroom also has a build-in sink. There is also a simple shower on the outside patio to rinse yourself after returning from the beach. An electric hairdryer is provided for the use of our clients. No need to pack one!

Safety features

• Safe
• First aid kitIn the bathroom that is connected to the main bedroom
• Exterior lighting
• Deadbolt lock
• Carbon monoxide detectorin Kitchen
• Smoke detector
• Fire extinguisherBehind front door

Location Type

• BeachCasa da Figueira is a 2 min walk on a quiet cobblestone road to a beautiful large sandy beach surrounded by cliffs and a beautiful lava rock; ideal for children to play and adults to relax.
• MountainMonchique is an old volcanic mountain about 50km from Casa da Figueira. It offers a beautiful view and has many trails. There are also many trails right next to the beach.
• Near the oceanIt is a 2 min walk on a pretty cobblestone road to the ocean. The Atlantic Ocean creates mostly calm waves and swimable water temperatures in the Southern Algarve where Casa da Figueira is located.
• TownCasa da Figueira is located in the small town of Praia da Luz near Lagos. The town has many restaurants, cafes, small shops, hair dresser, post office and super markets.
• VillageCasa da Figueira is one of the established homes in Parqua da Praia at the edge of a small village. Everything is walking distance, the beach, trails, restaurants, shops, church etc...
• Waterfront
• LakeThere are several water reservoirs on which you can canoe or which have beautiful walks around them. Closest is Barragem da Bravura.
• BeachfrontAlthough Casa da Figueira is located in Parque da Praia, which means in the 'park of the beach' , a 2 min walk from the beach. You can hear the relaxing ocean waves sounds from the property.
• Golf Course ViewWhile you do not 'see' a golf course, the closest golf course to Casa da Figueira is the Boavista golf course only 5 min by car and visible from the hiking trails right next to Casa da Figueira.
• Mountain ViewThe beach of Praia da Luz is marked by the famous “black rock” noticeable since all the other cliffs are golden orange. It is made of lava from the mountains in Monchiques.
• OceanfrontCasa da Figueira is located in the Parque da Praia which means in the 'park of the beach' 2 min walk from the beach and the ocean. You can hear the relaxing ocean waves sounds from the property.

General

• TelephoneFree local Portugal calls and free incoming calls. Do not use the phone for international calls please.
• Air ConditioningEach room has AC wall units. New units were recently installed. Luckily the home is a traditional design and keeps cool in the summer. Please turn AC off when not at home.
• HeatingEach room has heating units on the wall with remote control. New units were recently installed. Please turn heating off when not in home, electricity is expensive in Portugal.
• Linens ProvidedThe linens are provided and washed weekly by our daily housekeeper. Amelia will also make your beds daily during weekdays.
• Washing MachineAmelia, the housekeeper who comes during week days, will do your laundry using the washing machine that is in a seperate building on Casa da Figueira's property. No laundry on weekends and Holidays.
• Clothes DryerAmelia, the daily housekeeper, will do your laundry using the washing machine and dryer that is in a seperate building on Casa da Figueira's property.
• FireplaceThere is a nice fireplace in the large living room.
• ParkingCasa da Figueira comes with a covered and closed garage and you can park a second car behind the garage.
• GarageA private enclosed one-car garage is on the property. In addition there is room for 1 or 2 more cars in front of the garage.
• InternetBring your own laptop! Free wireless internet.
• Towels ProvidedBathroom and beach towels are provided and changed twice/week
• Safe
• Wireless Internet
• Iron & Board
• Hair Dryer
• Paper Towels
• Basic Soaps
• Toilet Paper
• Living RoomCasa da Figueira has a nice size living room with fire place.

Kitchen

• DishwasherThe kitchen has a dishwasher. You can just put your dishes in throughout the day and run it at night. Or Amelia can start it when she comes weekday mornings. .
• Refrigerator
• Stove
• Oven
• Microwave
• Grill
• Coffee Maker
• Toaster
• Coffee Grinder
• Pantry ItemsPlease feel free to leave your left-over spices, oil or vinegar as well as kitchen towels for the next clients to enjoy. We provide dishwasher soap and detergent. Let Amelia know if supplies are low.
• Dishes & Utensils
• KitchenCasa da Figueira's kitchen was doubled in size recently and has everything to make a great dinner at home
• Kettle

Dining

• Seating for 8 people

• Dining Room
• Dining Area
• Childs Highchair
• DiningWe love to eat all our meals outside on one of the patios which large tables that seats 8. The build-in dining room table inside is for 6 people. Please request child's highchair if needed (free).

Entertainment

• TelevisionLarge screen TV in living room. It has an HDMI cable that you can use to connect your smart phone/device. Please bring the appropriate HDMI connector for your device.
• Satellite/CableFree satellite accesses to many European channels although only a couple are in English.
• DVD Player
• BooksMany books are available to read while staying at Casa da Figueira. If you are not finished when leaving please take the book with you, however, leave another one in return.
• GamesBoard games and dolls are available for you and your family to enjoy. In addition Amelia has pool toys which she can give you access to.
• Games for Kids
• ToysA variety of different beach and pool toys are available for use. Some might be laying around the house, but for most please just ask Amelia as she might keep them in storage.
• Video LibraryA couple dozen videos are available for our clients to watch. Please do bring your own favorite DVDs also, especially children videos.

Outside

• Lawn/GardenCasa da Figueira has large and mature tropical gardens that are maintained weekly. A cobblestone trail winds through them. You are also welcome to enjoy the fruit from the many fruit trees.
• Kayak/CanoeNo kayak on the property but you can rent kayaks on Praia da Luz beach, a 3 min walk from Casa da Figueira
• BicyclesYou can rent bicycles in the rental place right next to the church in Luz which is a 10 min walk from Casa da Figueira.
• BoatNo boat on the property but you can rent boats at the beach
• Beach Towels
• Porch/VerandaCasa da Figueira has 3 large porches where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner.
• Deck/PatioCasa da Figueira is encircled by several shady patios where you can have a relaxing breakfast, lunch or dinner.
• Outdoor Furniture
• Water Sports GearNo water sports gear on the property but you can rent it on Praia da Luz beach, a 3 min walk from Casa da Figueira. Amelia can give toys/gear for playing in the pool or on the beach.
• TennisNo tennis on the property but you can play tennis in Luz. The hotel behing Casa da Figueira has several tennis courts.
• GolfBoavista, the closest golf course is less then a 10 min drive. Portugal is Europe's 'Best Golf Destination' for 2014, and 40 courses within 1hr drive.The mild weather allows you to play all year.
• Fire pit

Suitability

• Long-term Renters Welcome

Pool / Spa

• Outdoor Pool
• Heated Pool
• Private PoolLarge private pool which can be heated. Heating is really needed in the winter, fall and spring. As electricity is very expensive heating is an extra charge.
• Pool

Onsite Services

• Housekeeper Included

Notes

• Amelia, our housekeeper of over 25 years, provides discrete housekeeping services during weekday mornings from 10 am till 13h. She will do your laundry using the washer and dryer on the property. So no need to bring many extra clothes if you plan to stay for many days/weeks. Amelia will help you out. If you appreciate her service please do feel free to leave a nice tip at the end of your trip. Also, no need to pack a hairdryer, there is one provided for the guests to use in the master bedroom. Finally, the newly-remodeled kitchen has all amenities to cook delicious lunches or dinners with fresh ingredients from the local markets and using the lemons from Casa da Figueira's Orangerie or herbs from the garden. If however, you find any utensils missing, just let us know and we will make it is it available before your next stay. Thank you! We want to make sure Casa da Figueira is your 'Home Away from Home' as one of our guests called it recently. Thank you, Sophie and Jesus