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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 41076.4 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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tavira, faro
  • Place, Tavira Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Roman Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Quarto 1

1 Double Bed

Quarto 2

1 Double Bed

1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet

Casa de banho 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE

PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE

House in Tavira with equipped kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, one with air conditioning, the other with fan, two bathrooms, one with full shower and a magnificent terrace of 20m2 with barbecue, table, chairs and sun loungers.

It is close to the local shops, the Municipal Garden where you can relax at night, either on the magnificent terraces by the river Gilão, as well as in the numerous shows and fairs with regional products (honey, figs, brandy, homemade bread and appetizing sweets from the region.
The house is also close to restaurants with fresh fish, seafood, and typical dishes of the region.
Besides being a clean and calm city, Tavira is also historic dating back to the Phoenicians and Romans. It has wonderful white sand beaches

The villa is in the center of this beautiful historic town of Tavira, with its river Gilão, castle from the Middle Ages, art galleries, restaurants, bars and supermarkets. The closest beaches are Barril, Fuzeta, Ilha de Tavira and Cabanas. Access to the island of Tavira is 200m away, the other beaches are 10 minutes away. Ilha de Tavira was elected one of the 10 best beaches in the world for families! All beaches are in the 'Ria Formosa' Nature Reserve and are therefore very clean with excellent facilities.

Places of interest include local villages to the east in the Algarve and small towns such as São Brás, Vila Real de Sto António, Castro Marim, and further afield, Mertola, Alzejur, Serpa and Beja in the Alentejo.

From this property it is easy to take a trip to Spain. The beautiful border town of Ayamonte is not far by car (only 20 minutes), and once there, you can sample the delights of another country, including wine, tapas and excellent shopping. For the more adventurous the vibrant city of Seville is approx. 90 minutes.

There are a variety of good fish, meat and seafood restaurants serving excellent meals at reasonable prices just a few meters away.


This is a perfect accommodation for golfers who wish to experience excellent courses situated in the Eastern Algarve. Within a 20km radius there are 7 courses to choose from. Benamor and the 2 Quintas (Ria and Cima) are the most popular and can be reached in a few minutes. The prestigious new Monte Rei course designed by Jack Nicklaus now has its first 18 holes open. Just 10 kms further towards Spain, the challenging course of Castro Marim along with its famous country club is highly recommended and just across the border are Esuri Costa and Quinta do Vale courses now growing in popularity.

the winter months
--November, December, January, February, March and April, water, electricity and gas are paid separately.
---Other months, May, June, July, August, September, October, water, electricity and gas are included in the rental.
-- final cleaning has an additional cost of €60 given in cash on the day of arrival.
Bed linen and towels cost €60. Cash on arrival.
---The months of July and August check-in and check-out are on Saturdays.



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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
Menores de 5 anos não são permitidos
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 8994/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Tavira

Located in Tavira, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Palacio da Galeria Museum and Tavira Living Science Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Olhao Harbour and Benamor Golf. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and hunting nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tavira Castle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Roman Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Praca da Republica - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Old Town - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Tavira Station - 11 min walk
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzaria Mamma Mia - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Originato - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Marés - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪THE TABLE - Coffee Cowork & Co. - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Padaria Vila Doce - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE?

As of 14 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE on 10 May 2026 start from £67, 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.

How much is parking at PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is PRIVATE HOUSE - HISTORIC CENTER, WITH TERRACE AND BARBECUE located?

Located in the heart of Tavira, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ria Formosa Natural Park and Old Town. Praca da Republica and Alvaro de Campos Municipal Library are also within 5 minutes. Tavira Station is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Perfectly placed

Great central position to all the restaurants, the castle and the ferry to the beach. Excellent air-con in the bedroom. Large terrace, with plenty of sun and shade. Maria and Paul were excellent hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

john p.

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

City town house

Maria is an excellent host she met us at the property and showed us round, the house is exactly as listed and convenient for shopping and restaurants. No car needed taxi rank just round the corner plus supermarket bus station 15min walk train station 20min walk. As you are in the centre you must expect some noise but there was no noise from bars or restaurants. You have a great roof terrace where we spent most nights having drinks also WiFi is excellent all over the house. I would like to thank Maria for her help and concern when my wife had an accident.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Lovely Traditional Portuguese House

I leased Maria’s house for three weeks for my son’s graduation trip to Portugal. It’s a lovely traditional Portuguese house, kitchen on the first floor, bedrooms on the second floor and a nice outdoor patio on the roof. Everything is exactly as listed in the information. Very clean. The location in old town is perfect, there’s a market across the street and lots of cafes, everything in Tevira is within walking distance. Maria was very communicative before and during stay ensuring everything was going well. She is very kind, she even arranged airport pickup for my son (her and her husband!) Obrigada Maria!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

krzysztof d.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location but don't pay extras

The location of the house in Tavira is great. It is close to the historical centre, river and good restaurants. Even a free parking is only 5 minutes away. The place was clean and as described, except for 2 issues: extra payment of 60 Euro each for "linens and final cleaning", which we refused to pay before booking. These should be included in the overall price of the rental. The host agreed, so we rented. The second miss in the description was the host request, when we arrived, not to flash the toilet paper into the toilet and instead, put it into the garbage can. This request was bizarre from the hygiene point of view, but also because the host claimed it was to help the environment (!). Needless to say that the bathroom was stinking through our stay. If we knew about the toilet paper request, we wouldn't have rented the place. Otherwise, we greatly enjoyed Tavira and Algarve.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Irene G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Friendly host

Maria was very friendly and helpful but the apartment was way overpriced for what it offers, and nothing near the standard one would expect for that price. And on arrival we had to pay cash for cleaning and linen! On departure we were charged for electricity and water, and would only accept cash. There is no comfortable relaxation area in the apartment. There is small couch in the kitchen which is small and cold, and it was not possible to heat to any extent as the electricity trips if you turn the heater up. There were no smoke or carbon monoxide alarms in the apartment, despite the gas cooker, and LPG gas cylinder being under the kitchen units. The apartment door leads directly onto a small tarmac lane along which traffic can travel at speed. You must check that there are no cars coming before stepping out into the lane, but there is no warning sign on the door. There supposed to be two bathrooms, but in fact there was only one. There is no hot water to the kitchen sink so you have to boil a kettle to wash the dishes. The toilet seat was laminated MDF which was cracked, and was quite unhygienic. The wi-fi was low data and very poor. Once we had used up our allowance (which didn’t take long), we were charged an additional fee for more. The bbq had not been cleaned. It was full of ash and the grill was rusty and unusable. Good points were that the sun terrace was a nice place to hang out when the weather was good (although it hadn’t been cleaned), and the bedrooms are comfortable (but no quilts, only blankets). It’s worth adding that we have stayed in Tavira and the Algarve several times and have never felt so exploited.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

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

Séjour à Tavira chez Maria Cruz

Très bon accueil. Petite maison avec terrasse agréable au 2eme étage. Le seul inconvénient, le dernier escalier n'est pas adapté aux personnes ayant un problème de hanche, de genou. En revanche, maison bien située, proche du centre historique, de bons restaurants.... Bateaux à proximité pour les plages
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rainer K.

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

Herrlich zentral!

Das Haus eignet sich hervorragend als Ausgangspunkt zur Erkundung der Stadt. Auch die Anlegestelle des Bootes das einen zur Strandinsel bringt ist in nur 5 Minuten fußläufig zu erreichen. Wer allerdings Probleme mit Treppen hat für den ist das Haus nichts. Rundherum ein gelungener Urlaub!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clive P.

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

Always a great stay at this property

We visited the property again in late summer and as before, had a great time. The owner, Maria, makes the whole process from start to finish very straightforward and we saw her during our stay, of course it helped that we had been there before. The location is quiet at night and only mildly busy during the day, the surrounding streets are very narrow, so the traffic is minimal. It is just a short level walk to many bars and restaurants and the river is 2 minutes away. There is a well-stocked supermarket just around the corner. Inside the property, you have two double bedrooms and plenty of extras (pillows etc.) are provided. Good wifi is a bonus. Maybe not totally suitable for younger children, given the layout of the property but ideal for a couple or even two couples.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

martin p.

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

location

Having been to Tavira 5 times before we knew what we wanted from the accommodation. This property suits us well. The location is fantastic, quiet, but so close to restaurants, ferry to Tavira island etc. Maria is kind and will supply you with any information you may require.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura V.

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

Maison Tavira

Nous avons passé un bon séjour. La maison est bien situé à proximité du centre ville, petits commerces et du ferry pour aller sur les îles de Tavira. Par contre, la maison étant sur 2 étages, elle n'est pas très pratique pour les personnes à mobilité réduite. La terrasse est vraiment un plus. Nous avons été très bien accueilli par Maria qui est très disponible et facilement joignable. Nous recommandons ce logement !
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clive P.

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

A fantastic stay at this lovely property

This was not our first stay at this house in a quiet corner of the historical centre of Tavira and it will not be our last. Maria made the whole process from booking to check-out very friendly and we had no problems during our stay, although she was in regular contact to ensure we did not need anything. That was kind. The description in the listing of the property is very accurate and the facilities do give you the choice of eating in, dining out at any of the many restaurants within 5 minutes walk or even having a barbeque on the wonderful private roof terrace. Especially recommend Tasquinha da Paula nearby, which is a truly Portuguese dining experience. There is a well stocked supermarket just around the corner, 2 minutes walk, that sells everything you would need. Very nice house and property host, worthy of a 5* rating in our opinion.
Stayed 19 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Im Winter zu kalt, wenig Komfort, ungemütlich. Aber sauber.

Hatten die Wohnung für eine Woche über den Jahreswechsel gebucht, zum vierten Mal in Tavira. Sind nach einer Nacht ins Hotel umgezogen. Ist im Winter zu kalt. Zusatzheizung in der Küche und Klimaanlage. Bad kalt (wenn man Heizung nicht immer hin- und hertragen möchte). Insgesamt einfache, lieblose und ungemütliche Einrichtung. Haus hätte Potenzial. Dafür passt Preis-Leistung dann nicht. Schade!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Great location, apartment needs a few upgrades

The apartment is ideally situated downtown, a 5 minutes walk to the river and another 2 minutes across either of the picturesque bridges to explore the other bank. There are a many nice places to eat on both sides of the river and it is lovely to stroll back and forth. There is a nice rooftop terrace where one can relax, enjoy the warm weather, and have a glass of wine or a meal. The bedrooms are large and the bathroom is functional and a good size. Maria was a responsive host, answering questions and helping with restaurant suggestions. Prior to booking we asked if the kitchen had an oven. She said it would and purchased a portable oven for the apartment that worked very well. Thank you! There are a few negatives that must be noted. The listing states that there is on-site parking and this is simply not true. Free street parking was a 7 minute walk away. Although we found a parking space each time, it was a constant worry on our return after each outing; I can’t imagine doing that in high season. It was also difficult loading and unloading the car at the apartment because the street was too narrow to allow anyone to pass while you unloaded. The mattresses and pillows on both beds need replacing—they are very uncomfortable. There is no indoor “living area” in the apartment. First floor has a kitchen and second floor has bedrooms and bathroom. There is nowhere to sit comfortably and relax. The only options are upright “kitchen” chairs or sun-bathing loungers on the terrace . There is a very old futon sofa in the kitchen which is low to the ground and not very conducive to sit and read. This could be remedied by a putting a couple of small armchairs on the under-utilized space on the top floor that houses the washing machine, or converting the 2nd bedroom into a den and renting it as a much more functional 1 bedroom apt. We did enjoy our time there in spite of this but I can’t imagine sharing with another couple, or staying more than a weekend as a family of four. Things that should be added to the kitchen: wine glasses, oven mitts, can opener, vegetable peeler, measuring cups/spoons.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Clive P.

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

Very enjoyable stay

This is a very traditional detached town house in a quiet residential area of Tavira, very narrow roads around the property, so not much traffic. The house is exactly as described, we found it had all we needed, including a washing machine. We did eat out most of the time but everything was there in the kitchen if we needed it. Very comfortable bed and very nice bathroom, everything was spotlessly clean when we arrived. The location is great, only a few minutes to the best bits of Tavira, including the boats to the beach. There is a very well stocked supermarket 2 minutes away, you could probably buy anything you needed for the holiday in there; a bigger supermarket is still within walking distance, over the bridge if you want to buy local produce to cook in the house. The roof terrace was very welcoming and private with lots of sunshine all day with shade also if you needed it, including a dining area under cover. Maria was wonderful to meet and communicated very well with us throughout the entire booking to checkout process.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jordan S.

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

Fantastic home in the centre of historic Tavira

Fantastic. Dona Maria was a great hostess, and the house was perfectly situated…steps from everything, from a supermarket, to great restaurants, to the bridges and ferry to Ilha de Tavira. Great rooftop terrace! Highly recommend…
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Sheila W.

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

In the heart of Tavira

A traditional city-centre property within easy walking distance of the river and the historical area. Built with traditional proportions, so a small ground-floor living area and a roof terrace as a bonus. Well equipped throughout with modern appliances and fittings, and the owner is a delightfully friendly lady who wants to ensure that her guests enjoy their experience in her house.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alexa F.

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

Excellent location, wonderful flat

Our stay at Maria’s place was marvelous, the house was extremely clean when we arrived, the checkin procedure professional. The neighborhood is the best in Tavira, it is very close to the city center, but still quiet. The house is well furnished and has everything you need. The roof top terrace with the BBQ is a highlight, we used it almost every night. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Michael W.

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

Great location

The property is located on the edge of the main tourist area of Tavira and a short walk to the river and numerous restaurants and bars. Maria, the owner, is very helpful and accommodating (thank you for the welcome bottle of wine). I would recommend this property.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020

8/10 Good

João C.

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

Muito boa

As fotos transmitem uma noção real da casa. A D. Maria foi muito prestável com tudo, e recebeu-nos muito bem. A casa está situada numa rua calma, mas muito central.

10/10 Excellent

Susanne M.

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

Sehr schöne Ferienwohnung mit Dachterrasse

Der Aufenthalt in Tavira war wirklich sehr schön. Das Appartment hatte alles was man braucht. Das Bad ist sehr groß und man hatte viel Platz. Es war alles sauber. Aber am besten war die tolle Dachterrasse. Wir haben jeden morgen da gefrühstückt und hatten eine tolle Aussicht. Wir konnten jeden Abend zu Fuß zum essen gehen, das war auch ein großer Vorteil. Wir würden jederzeit gerne wieder kommen.

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

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

Perfect for our stay

A traditional apartment ideally located in the heart of Tavira. Maria was there to meet us on our arrival and made us feel very welcome with a nice bottle of wine. Took the time to explain everything clearly and made sure we could contact her should we need anything although this wasn’t necessary. The apartments shining light is a great roof terrace where the sun can be enjoyed all day. Would definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

catherine H.

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

tres bon sejour à Tavira

emplacement tres pratique au coeur de la ville, maison conforme à l'annonce, terrasse fort appreciée et hôtes charmants, disponibles, très a l'écoute...je recommande vivement cette location

10/10 Excellent

BERTY B.

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

Très bien

A recommander

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

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

Great traditional spot in the heart of Tavira

This is our second visit to this property. It’s a traditional house with modern amenities. It’s close to everything you want to do in the old section of Tavira, but it’s still quiet at night. The roof top deck gets all day sun and it is our favourite feature. Thank you Maria, for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Marita S.

👍

Sehr zentral gelegene, typisch portugiesische Wohnung mit sonniger Dachterrasse. Wer Treppen mag( mit Frühstückstablett schon etwas schwierig) und zentral in Tavira wohnen möchte ist hier genau richtig, alles da was man braucht und sehr sauber. Sehr nette und zuvorkommende Vermieterin. Danke Maria für die schöne Zeit....
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

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