Villa Gaynor

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This lovely family villa is situated in the stylish residential area of Serra e Mar, about 8km equidistant between Alvor to the west and Portimao to the east. The nearest restaurant is within walking distance and the exclusive Penina Golf resort is just 3km away, with its championship golf course and five star hotel and restaurant.

It takes about ten minutes to drive to Alvor, a former Roman port and Portuguese fishing village which retains much of its charm despite becoming a popular tourist destination in recent years. The quaint narrow streets are lined with bars and cafes and there is a beautiful 16th century parish church. The beach here is long and gently shelving with fine white sand and clear blue water. Understandably popular with families and small children, it is perfect for sunbathing and also offers a range of water sports to suit all tastes. If you would prefer something more private and peaceful, a drive around the coastline will reveal an array of pretty coves and inlets nestling below dramatic cliffs.

The nearby commercial town of Portimao is still a busy port and has extensive shopping and restaurant facilities. Boat excursions leave from the harbour here, which is a great way to explore the coast and perhaps catch a glimpse of dolphins following along behind. Lagos is the third largest town in the Algarve and you can still see the remains of its ancient wall and fortress guarding the harbour. Once the centre of trade between Portugal and Africa, its shipyards built the ‘Caravelas’ which was sailed by Henry the Navigator on his exploration voyages. Take a short boat excursion departing from Praia Dona Ana in Lagos, and you can view the spectacular rock formations and grottoes of the ‘Ponta da Piedade’.

Plenty of other activities are available in the region including tennis, horseriding and golf.
Children will enjoy a visit to one of the area’s water parks, such as Aqualand, half an hour away by car, or the Slide and Splash park at Lagoa.

Approach

Located in a prestigious residential area, this stunning white-washed villa is generously laid out within private well-maintained grounds.

Ground Floor

The living accommodation is furnished and decorated to a high standard, with great attention paid to detail. The living room’s cool white walls and ceiling contrast with the warm terracotta tiled floor. A big comfy sofa and armchair, piled with scatter cushions, are positioned around a large rug set with an eye-catching glass coffee table. From here you can watch the television which has some satellite channels and a DVD player. There is a traditional fireplace in one corner of the room and another cosy sofa in the other. Patio doors open onto a covered dining area, letting a cool breeze into the room, but there is also an air conditioning unit if needed. The dining room has a dining table and chairs to seat six people.

The bright and modern kitchen is fitted with white units and has a tiled floor with pretty blue and white tiles on the walls. It is very well equipped with a microwave and dishwasher as well as a hob, oven and fridge/freezer. A washing machine is located in a separate utility room and there is also a convenient guest cloakroom with a WC and washbasin.

The two well-furnished ground floor bedrooms both have twin beds and en suite bathrooms. The white walls and terracotta floors give the rooms a light and airy feel and portable fans are provided to help keep you cool whilst you sleep.

First Floor

Stairs lead up to the bright and spacious master bedroom on the first floor. This beautiful room has pale walls, chiffron curtains and terracotta flooring, with air conditioning available if needed. A large double bed faces the patio doors which lead to a pleasant first floor terrace. The en suite bathroom has a bath with water jets, a WC and washbasin.

Outside

Patio doors from the living area lead to a pleasant covered dining terrace, with a portable barbecue, where you can enjoy lunch beside the pool. The saltwater pool measures 10m x 5m and has two sets of ladder steps. A large sun terrace surrounds the pool and has sun-loungers and umbrellas for your comfort. The garden is planted with trees, palms and colourful shrubs which provide plenty of natural shade.

Additional Information

Linen is changed weekly, with a twice weekly clean and towel change.
Gas central heating is available at an extra cost according to usage
Air conditioning available in master bedroom and living room - supplement payable.
A high chair is provided free of charge, with cot hire costing £25 per week