3 Bedroom (Sleeps 5) Cottage in Santa Catarina Da Fonte Do Bispo, Tavira

Rustic Algarve Farm Cottage in unspoilt countryside with private pool and coastal views 73863 AL (Licence)

At a glance: Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, Wifi, Air Conditioning, Parking, Private Pool, Garden.
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Owner/Property Manager: Ann Stammers
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Overview

Property Type: Cottage
Sleeps: 5
Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms
Bathrooms: 1
Minimum nights stay: 7
🌈 NHS Discount: 1%
Price Per Night: From £129 - £182
Price Per Week: From £903 - £1274
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Description

73863 A/L
Welcome to Casa Vera. Set in the beautiful unspoilt mountain countryside of the Algarve with stunning views down to Fuseta and Olhao on the coast.
Casa Vera is we are told 112 years old and a traditional rustic Algarve farm cottage which retains many original features. We purchased her in April 2017 and then our journey began bringing her back to life and making her comfortable and homely for our family and guests to enjoy.
Casa Vera is named for both our late grandmothers as they were both venerable older ladies too!
If you are looking for a relaxing tranquil retreat, away from the stresses of life, but still close enough for shopping, the beach and authentic Portuguese life, Casa Vera is for you. If you are the active type the mountains offer huge and very scenic opportunities to walk, run and cycle along the quiet roads and walking trails nearby.
Casa Vera is situated near to Santa Catarina Da Fonte Do Bispo, a small typically Portuguese village, with church, grocery shops, bars, restaurants, a bank and post office. We are 35 – 40 minutes drive from Faro Airport and 25 minutes to the nearest beach at Fuseta and golf course at Moncarapacho. There is a wide range of golf courses within 30 minutes to suit all players, including Monte Rei – currently considered to be the best golf course in Portugal and the 9th in Europe.
1 minute walk just up the hill from Casa Vera is our neighbours traditional Portuguese restaurant which has fabulous 180 degree views of the coast for those days when you don’t feel like cooking – We love Maria’s food – its all homemade and completely authentic!
Running the full width of the house there is a shady veranda which allows you a quiet place to sit and relax and to take in the stunning views down to the coast.
There are 2/3 bedrooms, the main bedroom has a king size bed (which can be split into twin beds if needed) and has views of the pool terrace and beyond to the vineyard and orange trees belonging to our neighbours Manuel and Maria.
Casa Vera has a new pool terrace/bbq area with quality dining table, chairs and sun loungers. The pool is above ground and is 6m by 4m. The main bedroom overlooks the pool terrace which is ideal for any younger members having an afternoon sleep, whilst parents are relaxing close by.
We have updated with fast and free Wifi and we also have Internet TV with 300 channels and around 800 films and box sets, music and radio.
Adjacent to the main bedroom is a dressing room which also has a single bed, which is ideal for the younger people who want to be near their parents. The other bedroom has two single beds (this room has mountain views down the valley to the coast)
The bathroom has a vaulted ceiling and includes shower, wash basin, toilet and for chillier weather a far infrared mirror / heater.
The lounge also shares wonderful views down the valley to the coast and has two recliner chairs, (ideal for a snooze) and a beautiful chaise longue, Internet TV, DVD player, DVDs, games basket and a log burner for the winter.
The Kitchen has dining table and chairs, fridge/freezer, electric hob, counter top oven and kitchen appliances. There is a further log burner in the kitchen. There is access from the kitchen onto the veranda.
The store room has a large fridge freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, pool accessories, there are some additional seats and loungers and things to use at the beach. There are also a number of books – if you don’t finish one please take it home but please leave a replacement for future guests!
As well as the pool terrace Casa Vera has a lower terrace area and a shaded decking area, which also overlooks the stunning views of countryside and the coast of the Algarve.
A car will be essential but Casa Vera can be accessed easily and is just off tarmac roads.
We have a management company available to greet you on arrival and to assist you with anything you need – the management company are very knowledgeable with regards to the area and can help ensure you have a relaxing time. If you require an additional clean during your stay this can be arranged.

We have recently set up a page on Facebook, which records our personal experiences since taking to jump with our Casa Vera and experiencing the Portuguese lifestyle, you will find us on Casa Vera nr Santa Catarina Da Fonte Do Bispo Algarve, Portugal. We look forward to welcoming you and joining us on our journey! Thank you Roy, Annie and Ella. (Facebook) @verainthesun (Instagram) casaveraalgarve

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Stunning rustic villa

By Beverley Fenning on 09-Sep-2024

Have just returned from a fabulous week staying in Casa Vera in Portugal. We were not disappointed. Stunning rustic villa set in the hills overlooking a beautiful valley down to the sea. Cool inside. Lovely veranda and pool area, perfect for a quiet chilled week away. No noise, nice restaurant next door, friendly locals. The villa has every thing you need for a self catering holiday. Loved it and hope to return soon.

'Vera is both charming and characterful'

By Sarah Wigham on 13-Aug-2024

Just returned from a fantastic holiday at Casa Vera! Feel completely relaxed after spending time at such a tranquil location. Vera is both charming and characterful and our teenagers as well as our toddler loved being there. The pool is great and we also visited the nearest beach, water park and beautiful Benagil caves. Local restaurants are lovely, the meat is very good! And very reasonable, a real locals taste of Portugal. The host, Ann has been fantastic and couldn’t be more hospitable, the holiday company are also really helpful. I have no hesitation in recommending Casa Vera and miss it already! Enjoy!

We had an excellent time

By Hele Dagg on 29-Jun-2024

We had a great fortnight very peaceful and relaxing.theres plenty to see around the property beautiful views and also shade if you want.Vera was well equipped for our needs.Vera was in a great location for getting around beech shops etc.the greet service was excellent and also contacted us during our stay.would definitely return to Vera again.Hele Dagg Northumberland

The tranquility and views never fail to surprise us.

By Calum Maider on 20-Jun-2024

This is our second visit to Casa Vera the tranquility and views never fail to surprise us. The perfect location for anyone who enjoys the simple things in life️ Lots of trails on your door step for anyone to who wants to go walking. Beautiful quirky towns nearby if you want to go and sight see or sample everyday Portugueses life. The food and selection of restaurants is amazing with a small family run restaurant right next door to Casa Vera. There are various secluded areas in the gardens of Casa Vera to rest read swim or exercise. This place is a hidden gem for anyone you just want to relax and recharge their batteries. We cannot speak highly enough of Annie Roy and Ella who are amazing hosts xx

Great villa. Excellent views.

By Mike Parsons on 01-Jun-2024

We have just returned from another very pleasant stay at Casa Vera, Ann, Roy, and Ella's comfortable and well equipped villa. The view down to the coast was as wonderful as we remembered and the garden and the valley beyond were great for nature. Golden Orioles had nested nearby and there were exotic butterflies among the flowers. We bought our food in the markets and supermarkets in Tavira and São Brás and ate our meals outdoors. We also tried the restaurant next door which served excellent traditional dishes. The weather was good - warm enough but not too hot for walking in the towns, villages and countryside. Of the several beaches nearby our favourites are Barril and Fuseta. I just wished we could have stayed longer than a week.

Owner response on 12-Jun-2024

Thank you so much Mike and Sue for your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! Best regards Ann Roy and Ella (For Casa Vera)

Your hillside hideaway, it has been truly magical!

By Alan Manaton on 27-May-2024

Boa tarde Ann, Well, what a wonderful time we have had! We had plans to do this, that and the other but C V is so lovely that any time we have gone out for a trip we just couldn’t wait to get back! The house is perfect, all mod cons without loosing any of its charm, you have done a wonderful job with it. The garden and terraces are beautiful and so, so peaceful and full of life! I have seen so many different bird species, many of them ‘firsts’ even though I did forget to pack my binoculars! We really have been rather lazy! We have had 4 lunches at Cantihna do Serra which was good fun and good food (esp the wild boar stew!), other than that we have ‘eaten in’ and it has been so relaxing - shock to the system tomorrow when we’ve actually got to do something! The weather has been good and we’ve used the pool most days (and kept it topped up). Stefanie from Happy Homes met us on arrival and was good as gold and she’s messaged to say she’ll be here again in the morning. So, we are all geared up for the journey home and looking forward to seeing the family, dogs and garden and it does look as if the weather might be brightening up a bit too. Thank you very much for letting us share your hillside hideaway it has been truly magical! Very best wishes, Tchau, Alan & Lyn.

Location

Suitability

Children Welcome
Pets Welcome

Facilities

Fridge
Hob
Oven
Pantry Items
Coffee Maker
Toaster
Dining Seats
Dining Room
Internet
Fireplace
Wood stove
Air Conditioning
Linens Provided
Washing Machine
Tumble Dryer
Parking
Living Room
Hairdryer
Ironing Board
Television
Satellite/Cable
DVDs
Video Library
Music Library
Games
Books
Private Pool
Garden

Theme

Adventure
Away from it all
Family
Farm holidays
Historic
Romantic
Tourist attractions