Holiday house in Silves, Central Algarve
Stunning Restored House, Sleeps 6, Spectacular Views, Pool, A/C
Peaceful Location, Great Local Restaurants, 25 Mins from Beaches
Sleeps 6 (3 Bedrooms)
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The contemporary open plan living space, modern kitchen and high beamed ceilings help make the house a special place to relax whether you come for the pool and spectacular beaches or country walks and evenings spent in front of the open fire. It was built as a family home and is equally suited for those with young children or as a romantic getaway. There is a maid service twice a week and our local English house manager in Silves who is always available to help out if needed.
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| Rental periods | |
| 11 September - 9 October 2008 | £609 |
| 10 October - 18 December 2008 | £476 |
| 19 December 2008 - 8 January 2009 | £539 |
| 9 January - 12 February 2009 | £476 |
| 13 February - 26 February 2009 | £539 |
| 27 February - 2 March 2009 | £476 |
| 3 March - 21 May 2009 | £539 |
| 22 May - 2 July 2009 | £679 |
| 3 July - 10 September 2009 | £805 |
| 11 September - 1 October 2009 | £679 |
| 2 October - 17 December 2009 | £476 |
| 18 December - 7 January 2010 | £539 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Changeover day
The change over day is flexible. The house is available at 3pm and we normally ask clients to vacate the house by about 10am. But in practice this is very flexible depending on flight times.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with large double bed. Bedroom 2 with twin beds. Bedroom 3 with full sized bunk beds (and cot available). |
| Bathrooms: | Upstairs bathroom 1 has large shuttered windows with spectacular views to hills, heated towel rail, shower cubicle. Downstairs bathroom 2 has underfloor heating and spacious walk-in shower. |
| Kitchen: | The newly fitted kitchen is open plan to the main living area and has double doors to the pool terrace. All new appliances inc. gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer. Well stocked crockery, glasses and cooking utensils. |
| Utility Room: | Ironing board, iron, washing machine. |
| Living Rooms: | The open plan lounge has two large comfortable sofas, desk area and window seats. Large open fire and air-con. TV with DVD/VHS player and satellite with all UK terrestrial TV and radio channels. CD and tape HiFi. |
| Other: | The house has wooden floors in all bedrooms and wax polished terracotta tiles throughout downstairs. The painted windows, shutters and chestnut beamed ceilings together with the thick white walls gives the house a special ambience. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels (but not beach towels) and linen included. There is a maid service twice per week. Pool cleaner monday and thursday morning. |
Notes on accommodation
The pool (2.7x 3.2x1.2m) has beautiful views across the valley and a separate gated (lockable) terrace making the outside space suitable for young children. The air-conditioning in all rooms is available at an additional charge of £91pw. Fire wood can be arranged at an additional charge in the cooler months.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge/freezer,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- washing machine,
- iron/ironing board,
- satellite tv,
- tv,
- air conditioning,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- private pool (for sole use of guests)
Accessibility
The property has internal stairs and steps into the house that would not suit wheelchair users. There is a stair gate at the top of the stairs for toddlers.
Outside
The dining terrace has a large dining table and chairs as well as built in seating with upholstered cushions. This terrace is shaded by a pergola with built-in barbecue and steps up to the pool. At the front of the house is a large garden area with ample parking, mature olive and pepper trees, and red sandstone walls. This is a great place for kids to run around, explore and play safely.
Coast/Beach
Terraquina's location 10 minutes from the historic town of Silves means that you are also 25 minutes drive from the lush mountain landscape of Monchique as well as some of the most spectacular beaches in Europe such as Praia da Marinha, Prianha and Albandeira.
Travel
Faro airport is 40 minutes drive. Car hire is essential.
Distances
Close to the large reservoir 'Barragem do Arade', 7km from Silves. The area has great local restaurants (closest 2km is walkable), country walks and beautiful spring flowers giving it a true sense of the 'real' Algarve. Fabulous beaches, golf, horse riding and other outdoor activities, fun days out for kids at Slide and Splash, Zoomarine and Crazy World are all within 25 minutes drive.
Further details
Silves has a large supermarket as well as a great local produce market which spills out on the surrounding streets. There are numerous cafes, restaurants and the imposing red sandstone castle. There are particularly good local country restaurants within 10 mins drive which serve delicious food at very reasonable prices.
Booking notes
We ask for a 25% deposit (non-refundable) to confirm a booking with the balance due 4 weeks prior to departure.
Guest comments
'A fabulous holiday has been had by all. The house is so much more spacious than we expected and the pool so refreshing after long days at the beach! And what views! Would love to return here sometime.' The Lippert Family Aug'08
'We have had a fantastic stay at the villa. It was lovely, spotlessly clean, very comfortable. It was a pleasure to stay there, we shall recommend it to our friends' Clare & John Pollard & family Oct'07
'Had a lovely, lazy week, enjoying the luxury of this wonderful house and the local countryside and beaches. We didn't want to leave!' The Andersons April '07
For booking and further information
Toby Kalitowski
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)20 7274 4745
Email: Click here
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