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A garden with a stone pathway leading to a building with arches.
A poolside area with a pool, lounge chairs, and a staircase leading to a balcony.
A staircase with a wooden door at the top, leading to a landing.
A circular window with a view of a green landscape and distant hills.
A two-story house with a balcony, a stone wall, and a palm tree.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Outdoor pool

    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Picota, Faro District
  • Place, Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Loule Town Market
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Aqua Show Park
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

+1
Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong

Villa Cortina is an impressive rural hideaway with stunning panoramic views set in beautiful countryside, well stocked with flowers and shrubs in very large landscaped gardens, including a good-sized pool, putting green and table tennis. It is situated only minutes from the bustling market town of Loule, with tourist attractions, shops/pharmacies etc., and the world famous resorts of Quinta do Lago and Vilamoura with their fabulous sandy beaches. The villa is WiFi enabled and has three double bedrooms, all with superb views, three bathrooms, a large living room, a newly fitted kitchen and a large new flat-screen Panasonic TV. Air-conditioning is included to the bedrooms for comfort. The villa benefits from an alarm system for your peace of mind for when you go exploring the local restaurants and nightlife! The gardens and grounds are maintained to a high standard by our team of gardeners. The ever popular putting green, and table tennis area, amidst hard and soft landscaping, offer entertainment for our active and not so active guests. There is an outside bar adjacent to the putting green which we call 'hole 19' where a cool drink awaits the players. The slight breeze is so nice on a very hot day and the terrace with umbrella provides respite from the midday sun. Time to top up your tan safely! The swallows swoop in low over the pool taking insects in flight and are wonderful to watch during the day. The sparkling lights on the horizon as dusk falls are mesmerising as they flicker and bob in the night air. Cortina is truly a magical escape from the daily routine back home and one we shall continue to enjoy for many more years to come.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Garden is enclosed. High chair for hire if req'd

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Please discuss with owner

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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Please do not smoke in any room in the villa

Earlier check-in times can be arranged in advance. The villa is wheelchair accessible via the back door.

Children must be supervised around the pool area and on the balcony area at all times.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 92148/AL
Property # 6861034
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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

About the area

Loulé

Located in Loulé, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Vilamoura 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 Falesia Beach and Oura Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Casa Museu do Acordeao, or check out an event or a game at Vilamouratenis Center. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Picota, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course - 12 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Loule Town Market - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Loulé Municipal Market - 13 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Loule Castle - 14 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Aqua Show Park - 15 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 12 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Galp - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Bar Bistro - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Snack Bar Adiafa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Industria Café - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong on 15 Oct 2026 start from £977, 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 Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Villa in peaceful location, superb views, pool, garden, mini golf and ping pong located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly villa is within 6 mi (10 km) of Loule Gypsy Market, Loule Town Market, and Loulé Municipal Market. Loule Castle and Mother Church of Sao Clemente are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Villa Cortina is superb! We had a perfect 2 week summer holiday here and wouldn’t hesitate to return. The location is stunning with amazing views of the surrounding countryside. We made the most of the gorgeous swimming pool and seating areas and when feeling a bit more energetic played ping pong and had lots of fun on the putting green. The villa interior is nice and roomy with modern bathrooms, bright and airy bedrooms and comfy living areas. The kitchen is wonderfully well equipped, everything we needed was there. We have stayed at many different villas over the years and can always think of ways things can be improved upon but at Villa Cortina we can happily say we had a perfect stay. Thank you so much David and Rosemary, we hope to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2026
Dear Emma & Jules, Thank you both. You certainly did make full use of the activities at Villa Cortina and we are delighted that your stay was a memorable one! We love the putting green too and well done for the three 'holes in one' Emma! We very much look forward to welcoming you back to Cortina in the not too distant future. In the meantime, we wish you an enjoyable rest of the summer! Kind regards, David & Rosemary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, the visuals are true. Quiet location but within easy reach of all amenities. There is good local support should something fail in the villa (we had a slight issue with an aircon unit in one of the bedrooms but it was dealt with on an efficient manner). The pool was lovely and the filters worked well, it was the cleanest pool we have ever used. The grounds are well kept and are mature. Our grandsons enjoyed the mini golf, the darts and the table tennis. The darts need replacing and it would be helpful to have additional canes and flights, also, a rubber mat underneath the dart board would be beneficial but these are mere housekeeping issues and didn't stop us enjoying anything. With hindsight we could have brought our own darts. The villa was superb in every way.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peacefull haven

Great location, great facilities, air conditioning in bedrooms made for comfortable nights.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2024
Dear Gareth, We are blessed with a picturesque and peaceful setting and delighted that you enjoyed Villa Cortina. Thank you for your feedback. David & Rosemary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hillside heaven

Loved our stay here, beautiful views and breeze in the hills above the algarve coast. Very peaceful spot and vast plot of land with plentiful seating and dining areas. Close to Loule which has a fab market and some excellent local restaurants. Bathrooms and kitchen were particularly new and modern. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Villa, Great views.

Our family had a relaxed time at this villa, wonderful pool and grounds in a quiet rural setting with amazing views from the terrace. Communications with the owner were straight forward.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2021
Dear Ross, Thank you for your review. I am so pleased that you and your family had a memorable holiday. If you would like to return to Villa Cortina in the future, you would be most welcome. As a repeat client, I would be very pleased to offer you a good discount. All the very best to you. Kind regards David
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mr

Wow! What an oasis! Tranquil location. Close enough to shops but far enough away to have peace. We will definitely rebook this Villa towards the end on 2023.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Family Holiday at Villa Cortina.

We had a fantastic holiday. The villa had everything we needed and more. The pool was enjoyed by our whole family (our two boys aged 9 and 6 had a great time). The table tennis and mini golf area were also well used. The villa itself was well equipped and we were able to cook and eat in comfort while taking in the beautiful view. The information at the villa about the local area was also much appreciated. Overall, we had a wonderful holiday and would highly recommend this villa.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relax

The house is nestled along a hill and offers incredible views and beautiful silence. The pool was perfect and the extras (table tennis & putting green) kept our child busy. The kitchen was well equipped. In addition the home was close to the beach and other activities. The communication with David and Bill were impeccable. Thank you for providing the ultimate relaxation experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2024
Dear Kim, Thank you for your review. Communication is extremely important to us and serves to ensure guests know what to expect and makes them feel very welcome. Our aim is to help our guests to relax and arrive in good shape to enjoy their holiday at Villa Cortina!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great countryside villa that has a large pool (compared to other villas we have stayed in). Distant views of sea but gorgeous countryside and sunrise views. On large plot with multiple outdoor areas to sit, eat, relax etc. Great to have darts, putting and table tennis available. Fly screens on the patio doors work really well. Good powerful showers. Have stayed previously 10 years ago and the kitchen and bathrooms been updated over that time. Drive to vilamoura about 20 minutes but closer restaurants and facilities inland too. Would recommend if you want a quiet relaxed stay away from the busy resorts. Flexible, friendly owner and only things that could be improved are the bed mattresses - very hard, and the cleaning was a bit hit and miss. Overall a wonderful week away.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Dear Debra, I am delighted that your family holiday was an enjoyable and memorable one and hope that you will return for a 4th visit in the near future. I checked with my manager in regard to the cleaning you brought to my attention and can confirm that this was related to paper fragments that were removed from our newly delivered garden furniture in the kitchen and lounge areas before being installed on our lower terrace. I am pleased though that this did not detract from the wonderful week you and your family spent at Villa Cortina. Best regards David
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“Fantastic stay in a dream villa in Portugal!”Our stay in this villa was absolutely amazing. The property was spotless upon arrival, very spacious, and fully equipped with everything we could possibly need. Everything felt well cared for and maintained. The interior radiates comfort and instantly gives you that holiday feeling.Communication with the owner/host was excellent: quick, friendly, and clear. Whenever we had a question, we received an immediate response, making everything run smoothly.The location is perfect for enjoying peace and quiet, yet still close to all amenities and beautiful spots in the area. We instantly felt at home here and enjoyed every moment.In short: an absolute must for anyone looking for a carefree and luxurious holiday in Portugal. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Dear Wim, Rosemary and I are delighted to receive your warm message and to know that you enjoyed a memorable holiday at Villa Cortina. We very much look forwar to welcoming you back in the near future. Kind regards David & Rosemary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa Cortina

As a family of 6 we had a fabulous week in Villa Cortina which sits on an enormous plot inland from the coast. The Villa is a great size with a really large comfortable lounge/dining area and a very well equipped kitchen & utility. There are 2 bedrooms and a large bathroom on the first floor with a master bedroom & en suite on the ground floor. There is a third bathroom with shower also on the ground floor. Everything worked so well - the all important Wi-Fi was excellent and the showers were powerful and hot. We enjoyed watching a bit of the Olympics on the tv which has every channel you can think of. The real beauty of the place is the outside space - ping pong, darts (in the outside bar area) and the putting green were great fun. The pool is deep and large. The BBQ was used every night as we ate under the stars. There are loads of supermarkets nearby and Loulé is a lovely little town to visit. The coastline is a little over-developed in places but there are some beautiful little beaches to be found. A Car is absolutely essential. The villa is away from everything and the perfect place to chill out in the sun.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
We hebben een heerlijk verblijf gehad. Het ontbrak ons aan niets in en om het huis. Heerlijk rustige en mooie omgeving. Dichtbij het bruisende leven mocht je erop uit willen. Echt een aanrader!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons été émerveillé par cette villa dans tout les domaines. Tout a été pensé pour nous faire vivre des moments inoubliable. L'endroit au calme et paysage verdoyant avec un jardin magnifiquement entretenu avec plusieurs thèmes. L'hote nous a mis a dispositions un document avec des différents activités a faire en famille et en couple en plus de la lecture pour aprendre le portugais. Une belle piscine a la hauteur de l'élégance du lieu. Nos enfants et nous même avons créé des merveilleux souvenirs à la villa cortina.Merci a David pour ces jolie petites attentionsMartine et Philippe
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2025
Chers Philippe et Martine, Merci pour votre avis sur la Villa Cortina. C'est une grande satisfaction de savoir que vous en avez gardé de si merveilleux souvenirs. Cela confirme également notre volonté de rester en contact étroit avec nos clients avant leur séjour. Notre objectif est de toujours répondre rapidement à leurs questions. Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau en Algarve prochainement. Cordialement, David et Rosemary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magnifique séjour en Algarve

Nous avons adoré notre séjour à la villa Cortina . Tout était parfait. La maison , la piscine , le jardin . Endroit très calme et très bien situé pour visiter l’Algarve. Les petits plus de cette maison la climatisation dans les chambres , les moustiquaires, notre hôte a plein de petites attentions ( serviette de plage, conseil resto,…) très bonne communication et la maison a tout le confort. Nous recommandons à 100%
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2024
Chère Laura, Merci pour votre aimable critique. C'est très agréable de recevoir des compliments car notre objectif est de faire de notre mieux pour que nos clients vivent une expérience mémorable avec nous. Nous travaillons également dur pour améliorer le service et les installations et cela dépend des commentaires que nous ainsi que sur nos propres observations. Cordialement David et Rosemary
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacances de rêve à Picota

Nous avons passé une semaine fantastique dans cette magnifique villa de Picota dans un décor enchanteur: le jardin d’arbres fruitiers, la vue sur les montagnes, les multiples terrasses nous ont ravis. Les lits sont très confortables, la cuisine est très bien équipée et nous a permis de cuisiner de .bons petits plats dégustés sur la terrasse de la piscine en admirant la vue champêtre. Les lieux sont d’une propreté impeccable. Le seul hic, c’est la route en colimaçon pour se rendre à la villa située en haut des montagnes mais ce petit désagrément est vite oublié tant la vue est magnifique.😁Carole
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2024
Chère Carole, Merci pour votre aimable critique. C'est très agréable lorsque nos invités vivent une expérience merveilleuse. Nous nous appuyons sur les commentaires de nos clients et cherchons à apporter des améliorations là où nous le pouvons. Nous avons la chance d'être situés dans un emplacement aussi important pour la vue et la tranquillité, tout en étant suffisamment proche des plages et de la vie nocturne. Nous espérons pouvoir vous accueillir à nouveau dans un avenir pas trop lointain ! Cordialement David
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wunderschönes Haus

Das Haus war wunderschön und auch die Außenanlagen schön, sehr groß und gepflegt. Die Anlage bietet Tischtennis, Darts und Minigolf. Es ist alles da was man braucht. Bill und seine Frau sind sehr freundlich und hilfsbereite Menschen. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten sind schnell mit dem Auto erreichbar- ein Mietwagen für die Aufenthaltsdauer ist allerdings zu empfehlen. Falls das Wetter am Haus mal nicht so gut sein sollte, lohnt sich eine Fahrt zu den nächstgelegenen Stränden. Wir konnten es nie glauben, aber dort war strahlend blauer Himmel und keine Wolke.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Merveilleux

Superbe villa avec une vue magnifique.Au calme. Chambres spacieuses avec clim et moustiquaire.Très propre.Tout était parfait. Je recommande
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacances. 2023

Superbe villa !! Nous avons passé 15 jours au top ! Tranquillité ! Belle piscine !! Vue magnifique Tout était parfait !! Nous y retournerons avec grand plaisir !!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2023
Cher Carlos, Merci beaucoup pour votre aimable critique. Nous sommes très heureux que vous ayez apprécié vos vacances à la Villa Cortina. Nous sommes impatients de vous accueillir à nouveau dans notre retraite de vacances spéciale dans un avenir proche. Cordialement David et Romarin
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fabulous family holiday

Fantastic secluded villa with stunning views thoroughly enjoyed by the whole family will return to the villa again. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Es war einfach spitze immer wieder.

Das Haus hat einfach alles, die Ruhe war super aber man war schnell überall. Wir werden den Urlaub und das Haus nicht vergessen. Danke Dirk
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Villa for family holiday

We had a fabulous week at Villa Cortina. The pool was just perfect for the 6 of us and the surrounding grounds of the Villa are huge. Plenty of room for sporting activities including the putting green and table tennis already there. The Villa is really comfortable and provides everything you need for a perfect family holiday. We would definitely recommend Villa Cortina!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sehr schöne Villa mit tollem Aussenbereich und Pool

Insgesamt eine tolle Location, welche viel Platz bietet. Drei schöne Badezimmer, große Küche, Schlafzimmer alle mit Klimaanlage. Der Pool / Aussenbereich ist riesig und wirklich schön angelegt. Einzige Schwierigkeit war das Finden des Objekts - kein Navigationssystem kann dies mittels der Adresse finden. Mit der vorab gelieferten Wegbeschreibung gehts, ich würde aber dem Vermieter raten, die genauen GPS-Daten der Location mitzuteilen, um die Suche zu vereinfachen. Ohne Mietauto ist man auf verlorenem Posten, da die Villa relativ abgelegen ist. Insgesamt aber sehr empfehlenswert, wir haben die Zeit dort sehr genossen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing holiday in beautiful surroundings.

We had a lovely 2 weeks at Villa Cortina. The property was very clean and well equipped. It was lovely having the maid come and change the bedding during our stay. The gardens have many different places to sit and enjoy the view. Communication with the owner was excellent. We would definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Härligt hus

Vi trivdes jättebra i huset och hade fantastiska dagar. Huset låg ganska avskilt men passade oss bra.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Everything you will need and more.

Excellent property fully equipped, very quiet a car is needed though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by David Selfe

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We are Rosemary and David who fell in love with Villa Cortina 20 years ago. We live in Surrey and work full time in the hospitality industry, in two private members' clubs, which we enjoy immensely. We grew up in the south of England and have always enjoyed spending time near the coast. Rosemary's parents operated a hotel in Charmouth in Dorset, in the heart of the Jurassic coastline, whilst I spent every holiday with my parents in a caravan on Hayling Island. We also let out a holiday home in Charmouth which sleeps 9 and is only 7 minutes walk from the beach. It is great fun for children to explore as it is a Regency property laid out over 7 floors. Our two cocker spaniels love running on the beach and frolicking in the water.

Why they chose this property

The picture shows the two of us celebrating Rosemary's 60th birthday in 2016. We invited friends from our village in England and we held two parties over a weekend, the first at a restaurant on the beach on the Saturday and the second at the villa on the Sunday. This is such a special place for us as it holds so many memories of the good times we have had at Cortina. Rosemary knew that this was where she wanted to have her special birthday party. We had a band and fireworks and we even performed a play which I wrote especially, charting the story of Rosemary's career in hospitality. Family and friends shared in this memorable occasion. So much fun!

What makes this property unique

We come to Portugal regularly and combine holiday with thoughtful enhancements to the facilities. In 2016, we installed a brand new kitchen and refurbished a shower room. The gardens and grounds are maintained to a high standard by our team of gardeners. The ever popular putting green, and table tennis area, amidst hard and soft landscaping, offer entertainment for our active and not so active guests. There is an outside bar adjacent to the putting green which we call 'hole 19' where a cool drink awaits the players. The setting is fabulous and the views spectacular. We meander through our well-stocked and flourishing gardens that our comprehensive irrigation system keeps looking good all summer long. The slight breeze is so nice on a very hot day and the terrace with umbrella provides respite from the midday sun. Time to top up your tan safely! The swallows swoop in low over the pool taking insects in flight and are wonderful to watch during the day. The sparkling lights on the horizon as dusk falls are mesmerising as they flicker and bob in the night air. Cortina is truly a magical escape from the daily routine back home and one we shall continue to enjoy for many more years to come. Take the opportunity and visit our dream home on the Algarve, a short journey from Faro airport. You will never want to leave!

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