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9.4

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Washer

Pool

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Guia, Setubal District

Salgados Beach3 min drive
Gale Beach3 min drive
Albufeira Old Town Square9 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)40 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Well kept, but very hard for my wife doing stairs. Stairs need to be better lit, very dark. Having better selection of f...

Doug C.

Mar 1, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Air Conditioned Villa On Small Development Set In 24 Acres

Casa Amendoeira is a pretty 2 bedroomed air conditioned villa situated on the privately owned Quinta da Saudade, a mature development occupying 24 acres in a peaceful country setting amongst orange, almond and olive trees about 5 miles west of Albufeira. The Quinta overlooks farmland and the marshes of Pera where there is a wetlands nature reserve and the Salgados golf course is only a few minutes away. The Quinta has two swimming pools one large pool with a separate shallow end for small children and a quieter kidney shaped pool set in gardens near Casa Amendoeira. In addition there is a tennis court, mini golf, petanque, table tennis and a children's play area with its own paddling pool.Horse riding is available on site for experienced and novice riders as well as Carriage Rides for the older person. The original farmhouse has been converted into an independently run bar/restaurant open in the evenings. There is also a poolside bar that serves light meals during the day.
During July and August our changeover day is on Thursday and we have a minimum of 7 nights.
The 5th bed is extra and is charged at £30 per week
Villa in Quinta da Saudade, Vale da Parra, Guia, Portugal

Property manager

Geraldine Venables

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Sea view

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Heating and logs are charged as extra between the months of November and March

During July and August our checkout day is on a Thursday and we only accept a minimum of 7 nights

Important information

You need to know

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Property Registration Number 35674/AL

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, 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 Gale Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Slide and Splash Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Albufeira Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.

Guia, Setubal District

What's nearby

Salgados Beach - 3 min drive
Gale Beach - 3 min drive
Zoomarine - 7 min drive
Albufeira Old Town Square - 9 min drive
Sao Rafael Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

Silves Station - 17 min drive
Portimao (PRM) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Praia da Galé - ‬3 min drive
‪Bellavita - ‬2 min drive
‪Praia dos Salgados - ‬4 min drive
‪Praia dos Salgados - ‬4 min drive
‪Mamma Mia - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Air Conditioned Villa On Small Development Set In 24 Acres have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Air Conditioned Villa On Small Development Set In 24 Acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Air Conditioned Villa On Small Development Set In 24 Acres?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Air Conditioned Villa On Small Development Set In 24 Acres?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Air Conditioned Villa On Small Development Set In 24 Acres located?

This family-friendly Albufeira villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Herdade dos Salgados Golf and Salgados Beach. Gale Beach and Gale Beach West are also within 2 miles (3 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

JANICE G.

11 July 2024

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

Peaceful Algarve Gem with Scenic Surroundings

We recently stayed at this beautiful VRBO property in the Algarve and had an amazing experience. The location is absolutely stunning, offering picturesque views and a serene environment perfect for relaxation. The property can be a bit tricky to find at first. We recommend getting detailed directions. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would highly recommend this VRBO for anyone. We stayed with our two teenage boys.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Doug C.

1 March 2024

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

Great view

Well kept, but very hard for my wife doing stairs. Stairs need to be better lit, very dark. Having better selection of food and beverages, milk, juice, soda.

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

juan jose d.

3 January 2024

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

Naturaleza, senderismo, relax y fiesta fin de año

Gratamente sorprendente, conectado con un paraje natural donde podias practicar senderismo, avistar aves, ir a la playa y hacer ruta a caballo. Bien conectando con otras ciudades como para hacer visitas y disfrutar de sus espectaculos y atracciones navideñas.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Henry M.

7 September 2023

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

Great place

Definitely recommend this place. Spacious apartment, lovely view from the great terrace, nice pools. Very well organized.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

VIRGINIE P.

12 August 2023

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

Belle résidence

Bel appartement dans une jolie résidence près de la mer. Calme et environnement agréable !

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mary-Martha H.

7 April 2023

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

Great location in the Algarve

The villa in Quinte de Saudade was perfectly situated for us to see many towns and sites right across the Algarve region. We stayed for 5 weeks which allowed us to become comfortable driving and to become familiar with all the local area had to offer. The villa was comfortable and clean although some furniture could be updated. The view from the villa was gorgeous and we watched the sun set almost every night. We couldn't have had a better place to stay for our first visit to the Algarve. Geraldine was very helpful with all inquiries. We have already passed on the particulars to friends here in Canada.

Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Daniel F.

8 March 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beengtes und in die Jahre gekommenes Apartment. Stromkosten sind nicht inbegriffen!

Wir waren zwei Wochen im Februar hier. Bei unserer Ankunft (14 Uhr) liefen in der Unterkunft die 3 Klimaanlagen auf 26 Grad. Die Elektroheizkörper liefen auf Maximum und das bei göffneten Fenstern. Dazu brannte am hellichten Tag die gesamte Aussenbeleuchtung. Wir fanden ein Schreiben mit der Aufforderung uns direkt nach Ankunft bei der Rezeption zu melden. Als wir dort eintrafen, war diese geschlossen. Als wir am nächsten Tag dort jemanden antrafen, wurde uns mitgeteilt, dass die Stromkosten nicht im Mietpreis enthalten seien und bei Abreise von uns gezahlt werden müssten. Wir waren geschockt und fragten die Dame was das solle. Sie meinte, das wäre so üblich und ja auch keine große Summe. Sie teilte uns den von ihr (irgendwann) abgelesenen Zählerstand auf unsere Nachfrage hin mit. Zurück im Apartment prüften wir diesen und stellten eine Differenz von 58 KWH fest. In den restlichen 13 Tagen unseres Aufenthaltes verbrauchten wir nur 86 KWH. Im Nachgang werden wir nun aufgefordert 39,91 € zu bezahlen. Das ist eine Frechheit! Wir waren schon in vielen Unterkünften aber so etwas haben wir bisher noch nicht erlebt. Es geht dabei nicht um die Summe an sich, sondern darum, dreist etwas nachträglich zu fordern, was vertraglich nie vereinbart war. Insofern können wir diese Unterkunft nicht weiterempfehlen. Alles in allem war es sauber aber sehr beengt und die Einrichtung ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Malcolm C.

8 January 2023

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

Disliked: Communication

Lovely location

Clean property, good location but not being rented for a long time meant the property was damp and needed a lot of heating to dry it out. There was a discrepancy about the maid service, but that was sorted out. If you like horse riding, the riding school next door was excellent. You need a car to get around but you are only a short drive from Albufeira. The onsite restaurant is closed during the winter months. All in all it's a lovely property but I would book it again in the warmer months.

Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

valerie b.

16 November 2022

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

Great Winter Break

We'v e had several holidays in Portugal but we have never stayed at a location like this. The house is set in a Quinta in an elevated position with beautiful views with a very peaceful atmosphere. The house just the right size for the two of us and very well maintained, light and airy and well fitted. It had a nice homely feel to it. We were very close to some beautiful beaches with some great boardwalks and as we had a car on hire it was easy to get to other resorts along the coast.

Stayed 24 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Benjamin B.

21 July 2022

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

Insgesamt sehr schöner Aufenthalt

Für 5 Sterne reicht es nicht ganz, da die Sauberkeit bei Anreise nicht sehr gut war und die Ausstattung des Hauses teils sehr alt ist. Beispielsweise ist das Backblech völlig kaputt oder die Marquise nicht ideal. Die Quinta insgesamt war sehr schön und ist empfehlenswert.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

30 May 2022

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

Return

We have returned to this villa after 7 years and it is still the best. There have been some improvements which make it even better. Throughly recommended. Geraldine is a pleasure to deal with. We will be back.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ingrid S.

16 November 2020

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

Wunderschön

Sehr schöne, ruhig gelegene Anlage mit gutem Restaurant direkt auf dem Gelände. Sehr nette, hilfsbereite Vermieterin. Sauberkeit top. Tolle Strände nur wenige Autominuten entfernt. Wir haben die Zeit sehr genossen bei 20 Grad im November.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joseph R.

3 April 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Our Amazing Stay at Vale De Parra

We had a wonderful week here and loved every minute of it. The views were lovely and the people on site were gracious and humble. Geraldine was always there at the other end of an email with a solution to any problem that we might have. We will definitely be back either at the end of 2020 ,fingers crossed or at the same time in 2021. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Peter W., Belfast

14 January 2020

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

Very relaxing break.

The property is well located just a 5 minute drive from Albufeira and Guia. It was extremely quiet during our visit which is understandable for January and suited us down to the ground. The facilities in the villa were very good and we made particular use of the wood burning stove.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Sophie P.

6 November 2019

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

Bon sejour

Bon emplacement Poursuivre le rafraîchissement à l intérieur du logement Bonne appréciation dans l'ensemble Propriétaire disponible pour des informations complémentaires

10/10 Excellent

Paulo d.

5 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Check-in

Belas férias

Foi um estadia de 5 estrelas. Casa tinha muito conforto e estava com tudo o que é necessário para passar umas belas férias! Voltaremos novamente!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrea P.

8 April 2019

❤️Portugal

We enjoyed every minute at the Quinta de Saudade. Our villa had everything we needed, alibfxwith a lovely view and we enjoyed horseback riding on the beach and our walks to the lagoon to see flamingos, spoonbill cranes and a variety of water birds Great restaurant on property with excellent service and delicious food. We would go back. ❤️🇵🇹

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Rikke B.

23 October 2018

Calm, clean, beautifull

Enjoyed our stay very much. Beatifull surroundings and accomodation with very friendly staff and owners. Would go again :-)

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

19 August 2018

Wonderful location for a family holiday

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The villa is comfortable and is equipped with everything you would need and the view from the balcony is fantastic. The complex has two swimming pools, a bar and a lovely restaurant that we would definitely recommend visiting. We also went on two beach rides and the horses at the stables are suitable for all abilities. My son made lots of friends and enjoyed the swimming pool, crazy golf and playing football. We look forward to returning next year.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H.

10 August 2018

Exceeded expectations

We went with three children 11, 10 and 7 the villa and Pool were fantastic. Set in a peaceful valley away from the crowds but close enough to all the amenities and beaches. Our daughters loved the horse riding.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

8 March 2018

Excellent and well located

From the booking right through to arrival this was perfect, and the villa could not be better. There was an Arrival pack, the beds were ready , the air con was on, there was wood for the wood burner, the kitchen has everything you need, and we could sit on the balcony at sunset watching a golden sun set over a nature reserve and the beach. We LOVED it and will be back!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janis M.

23 January 2017

Perfect!

This was our first visit to the quinta. Firstly, Geradline was exceptionally helpful with the booking process and answering questions - very efficient and we felt we were in good hands! The office staff at the quinta were also very helpful. The location is idyllic and peaceful yet still within easy reach of busier resorts if that is what you are looking for. We had a car which made it easy to travel around. The villa itself was immaculate and equipped with all you could wish for and the welcome pack was a lovely touch. Geraldine has provided a good information pack on places to visit/eat and there are also books and dvds available. We particularly appreciated the wood burning stove in the villa for the cooler evenings since we were visitng late December/early January when the temperature in the mornings and evenings can be chilly. There was also heating in the bedrooms which in the winter months is most welcome. The view from the villa is outstanding - across the nature reserve and out towards the sea and further along the coast to armaceo de pera. The sunsets were stunning. The sun terrace has plenty room to relax with loungers and patio furniture. From here we also enjoyed watching the horses being trained at the on site stables and heading out/coming back from treks. The terrace also has views to the nature reserve and out to sea. The grounds themselves are immaculate and we enjoyed sitting round the pools in the sunshine - there are two to choose from - (also in pristine condition) . The maid service was excellent - she even set the wood burning stove ready for us to light on our return to the villa after a day exploring! We certainly hope to return to the villa for a future holiday - we have been lots of holidays to the algarve and this was definitely one of the best places we have stayed. We would most definitely recommend this to friends.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sladjana P.

14 August 2016

Quiet hillside location easy access to attractions

This spacious 2-bed apartment is situated in a peaceful, rural, hillside location within 5 minutes drive from the local beach, in fact most of the Algarve is accessible within an hour's drive -- in the 7 days we visited we went to 7 different beaches all within easy driving from the villa. The apartment has everything you would need for a self-catering holiday, with a lovely care package waiting for us on arrival. As we did most of our planning for the next day from the apartment, it would however benefit from wifi access throughout the apartment (only the far corner of the balcony had very intermittent wifi). There are 2 beautiful and clean pools - after the day at the beach we unwound by the upper pool and basically had it to ourselves.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

4 August 2016

Great holiday, very clean beautiful villa

We had an amazing time in Guia, Quinta de Saudade was really nice, peaceful place perfect when you've had a day at the beach. The villa itself was immaculate, the cleaners were great they even washed our dirty laundry and hung it all on the line. I recommend the place to anyone with children.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Diana O.

20 June 2016

Beautiful & Unique with so much to offer

I had no conception of what to expect when I arranged to stay in this apartment. As soon as the Yellowfish taxi approached the development I was amazed at the incredible views. We bumped along the cobbled roadway which is throughout and arrived at the villa.there are steep steps (with handrails)but once inside it is worth it.A compact kitchen which is well planned with everything one could need,the lounge area has two comfy sofas placed so that one can look through the windows or if it rains watch television.Two twin bedded rooms both with ensuite one with shower the other with a bath and shower facility. There is a downstairs laundry with washing line outside the front door.There is a maid service and they help with any household request. The outside balcony is larger than one would expect with barbecue at one end and seating for five or more at the other.to say that the view is breathtaking is an understatement. Looking to the left the sea is in the distance and to the right the stables where the horses take riders out twice a day.(if you are an accomplished rider or novice it is a facility right on the doorstep). There is a bar and restaurant on site.the bar sells good healthy lunches and in the evening the restaurant serves fabulous meals.the bar in the restaurant,(opening times to be checked) is a lovely place to relax after a hard day of sunbathing.. Talking of sunbathing there are two pools one on the lower part of the development which is perfect for exercise and for those swimming lengths. There is cover provided and loungers.The top pool is oval and also a good size with loungers and umbrellas.Both pool areas have toilet facilities and outside showers.Both pools are surrounded by the beautifully maintained gardens with an abundance of flowering shrubs which are throughout the property. I would like to stay again in this villa I loved it. Oh I forgot to mention the wildlife reserve area with flamingos and numerous species of birds.the walk along the boardwalk to the long sandy beach with restaurant and bar..just perfect. I think I would advise hiring a car although the taxi service I found efficient .Also perhaps if you are elderly then you would need someone with you to negotiate the steps as there are quite a few. As I said at the beginning this is a very unique development and you would be hard pressed to find anything so fab in this area of Portugal.Try it..you won't be disappointed!!

About the host

Hosted by Geraldine Venables

We live in Hertfordshire with our 13 year old Standard Schnauzer called Tilly. We enjoy walking with our dog especially in our local country park.

We first holidayed in Portugal in the mid eighties when our children were young, we happened to stay at the Quinta for the first time a few years later and fell in love with its unique character. We bought Casa Amendoeira in 1989 and have spent many years lovingly updating it but allowing it to remain quintessentially Portugese. We have seen our children grow up on many holidays there and have made great friends with other families who holiday at the Quinta.

Now our grandchildren are experiencing the Quinta and loving it as much as our children did. It is quite simply our home from home

Why they chose this property

During July and August we can only accept bookings on a Thursday to Thursday basis.
Between November and March we charge for heating and logs if used.
If an additional bed is required this is charged at £30 per week.

What makes this property unique

Casa Amendoeira has a prime position on the Quinta enjoying not only the best views but easy accessibility to all facilities whilst remaining private and tranquil.

The views to Carlos Beach are unforgettable, one never tires of sitting on the terrace in the evening watching the sunset whilst enjoying a glass of wine. Often you will see the horses returning from their ride to the beach or the Shepherd returning with his herd of goats for the night.