CASA DAS LARANJEIRAS FULL DESCRIPTION:

As the name suggests, this villa sits adjacent to an orange grove but also benefits from several terraces, designed to make to most of it’s peaceful rural location  with distant sea views.
               
There is a small lawned area at the front of the property (perfect  for sundowners whilst watching  dusk fall over costal lights on the horizon),  a covered terraced for dining outdoors with built-in barbeque area immediately outside the kitchen,  plus  a large swimming pool, terraced Mediterranean garden with olive trees and a second barbeque terrace at the rear.

Recently refurnished Casa das Laranjeiras is all on one level with terracotta tiled floors and wooden shutters on all the windows; ceiling fans in all the bedrooms, kitchen and bathroom; an open fireplace in the sitting room and central heating throughout (charged extra) for use during  winter rentals. The property is further equipped with satellite TV and  DVD player.

The Algarve is renowned for its golden sandy beaches and championship golf courses with year round playing,  many of which are within a short drive of the property. But  this part of Portugal is also known for its pretty countryside and nature walks, sleepy white washed villages with friendly locals, and reasonably priced restaurants and bars. There several places of interest to visit nearby such as the quaint village of Alte, the Baroque palace of Estoi, and the market town of Loule – great buys from Portuguese markets include dried fruits and nuts, marzipan cakes, pottery, leather goods and kitchen/household items in brass, copper and pewter. The Spanish border and Seville are also only a short driving distance away and well worth a visit.

Situated within 5 minutes walk,  Quinta da Caiada for 6 guests is also available to rent, making it ideal for either a large group or 2 families wanting to holiday together, yet retain some independence.

ACCOMMODATION  - 6 PEOPLE

Hall way. Two double bedrooms sharing a bathroom – one of these bedrooms also opens directly onto garden. Twin bedroom suite with  shower bathroom. Sitting room  opening onto covered terrace and lawned garden. Spacious kitchen/dinner and separate larder. The kitchen opens onto a covered terrace for dining outdoors plus barbeque terrace and  laundry room (staff use only). 

STAFF & SERVICES

Housekeeper and gardener/pool maintenance team 6 days per week. Housekeeper will also meet & greet clients on arrival at Faro aoirport. Extra services on request/at an extra charge: personal laundry, cook service (shopping,  cooking, serving and clearing up @ Euros 100 per meal for 6 people, extra person to help @ Euros 50 per meal, food and beverages are extra); babysitting (minimum 2 hours @ Euros 15 per hour).
 
DISTANCES

Loulé (market & food  shops) - 10 minutes; Golf - 15 minutes; Beaches - 20 minutes; Faro Airport -20 minutes; Spanish Border - 45 minutes; Lisbon and Seville  - 2  ½ hours.   

THINGS TO DO

• The Algarve is renowned for its golden sandy beaches and  championship  golf courses with year round playing, many of which are within  a short drive of the property
• Visit Loulé Market - great buys from Portuguese markets include dried fruits and nuts, marzipan cakes, pottery, leather goods and kitchen/household items in brass, copper and pewter
• The Spanish border and Seville are also only a short driving distance away and well worth a visit

OTHER FACTS

Thursday change-overs prefered. Minimum rental period 1  week.  Check-in after 16:00 Hours and check-out before 10:00 Hours. Household linen + pool towels supplied/changed 2 per week. Baby cot (w/linen) and high chair available on request. Welcome Food Hamper included in rental. Other equipment available:  music system,  fridge/freezer, microwave, electric oven/grill, gas hob, coffee machine, kettle, dishwasher, washing machine, hair dryers & portable fans. Local telephone calls free of charge. Internet wi-fi use free of charge.

Swimming pool: 10 x 4,90  meters with roman steps (shallow end 0,97 metres, deep end 1,90 metres). 

On  Request: Use of tennis court, golf nets; sauna/shower room and gym equipment (treadmill and rowing machine), plus two mountain bikes are also available at the property.

RENTAL PRICES  (IN UK POUNDS STERLING) 2009/10

July & August - £2,110 per week   

June, September, Xmas/N Year, Easter & Half Terms - £1,690 per week 

Other Periods - £1,690 per week          

BOOKING/CANCELLATION TERMS