The villa is situated along a leafy residential street between Clube Ancao and Dunas Douradas in the Algarve’s ‘Golden Triangle’. There are golden sandy beaches within a few minutes' drive, the nearest being Ancao and Vale do Garrao. There are several really good beach bars along the stretch of coast between Dunas Douradas and Vale do Garrao. There is a mini market at Dunas Douradas, larger supermarkets at Quinta Shopping and the entrance to Vale do Lobo, and an array of bars, nightclubs, restaurants and shops to suit all tastes. The nearest town is Almancil, also approximately 3km away.
The area is a paradise for golfing enthusiasts with no less than six 18-hole courses in the area, the nearest being at Vale do Lobo and Quinta do Lago. Vale do Lobo, 2.5km away, has two famous courses, the Royal and Ocean and an array of other facilities for sport and recreation including a tennis academy and health spa. Horse-riding is available locally at the Pinetrees Riding Academy in Quinta do Lago and you can try a variety of watersports along the coast or on the lake.
Nearby family attractions include the ‘Aqua Show’ water park, a 15 minute drive away and the Zoo-Marine sea life centre theme park at Guia near Albufeira, approximately 25km away. The inland town of Loulé, 20 minutes away by car, has a craft market every Saturday where the traditional, local craftsmen display their wares.