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Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach

Loulé vacation home with private pool

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Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Malhadais, Boliqueime, Faro
  • Place, Paderne Castle Ruins
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Cliffs Golf Course
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Loulé

Close to the beach.At this Loulé vacation home, you'll be within 3 miles (5 km) of Paderne Castle Ruins and 6 miles (10 km) of Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course. Dom Pedro Golf: Laguna Golf Course and Dom Pedro Golf: Victoria Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Paderne Castle Ruins - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course - 9 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Dom Pedro Golf: Laguna Golf Course - 11 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Pine Cliffs Golf Course - 11 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Algarve Shopping Mall - 14 min drive - 10.7 miles

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 14 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Antiquários dos Leitões - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪O Retiro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Villamoura Portugal - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coopers Bar Bistro - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Courtyard Coffeeshop by Eleven - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach

Our villa is located in the hills overlooking Vilamoura within walking distance of the historic traditional Algarve village of Boliqueime and 4 lovely restaurants. We have orchards on both sides of the property and grazing land in the fore ground where you will often find a herd of goats and sheep with bells.

The name 'Casa dos Sonhos' means 'House of Dreams' and we really hope you will find it is your dream holiday home.

To reach our villa you will pass along small drystone wall lined single tract roads overhung with olive and carob trees. At night we can hear owls and at first light song birds fill the air with their calls. If you are looking for peace and quiet this is the spot, but if you want to have a day at the beach or a night on the town were close enough for an Uber or self drive.

The property has both a wood burning fire for the winter and a wood burning BBQ for alfresco eating, wood is provided in with the fee. The pool is attended to twice a week and the garden once a week. The garden and house is fed from our own bore hole and the drinking water is filtered by a reverse osmosis water purification system, which means you do not need to buy bottled water.

All our bedrooms have AC and if you're staying in winter the largest en-suite has full under floor heating. The villa is home for 10 months a year and is only let in the peak summer period and Christmas and New Year when we will go back to the UK to see our family. As a result you will be renting our beautiful home and not just a property only available to let.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Outdoor pool

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 106597/AL

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 18.8 mi (30-min drive) away from the Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is 7.8 mi (28-min drive) from Falesia Beach and 8.4 mi (27-min drive) from Oura Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Casino Vilamoura (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach to downtown Loulé?

This vacation home is 0.4 mi away from Malhadais.

Reviews

Private Villa, Hillside, Sea View in Quiet Area, Own Pool, 20 min to the Beach Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Villa, fantastic pool and well appointed throughout. First class communication with Sarah.Had a great stay would certainly recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful holiday in this beautiful villa. The standard of accommodation is very high and very comfortable with air-con in the bedrooms. The pool was fantastic and the outside area is very nicely done with plenty of loungers, chairs and sunshades, and a lovely shaded eating area on the terrace. The villa is in a very peaceful spot but only a short drive to the coast. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert I.

Liked: Cleanliness

A relaxing stay

Comfortable villa in a quiet part of the Algarve.Uninterrupted views to the coast from the patio/pool area, and no neighbours in sight.Close to a small village, but with several bars/restaurants a short drive or walk away.Well situated for exploring, and several good beaches within 20 minutes drive if that is your thing.Had everything we needed. Would return.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

abbe p.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely time at Sarah’s villa. The villa is clean and you can tell it’s someone’s house as it is really well cared for. The bedrooms are roomy and all have air con for when it gets hot. The pool and outside space is fab, we enjoyed the pool. There are plenty of sun loungers for those who need to stay out of the sun. We didn’t spend much time inside the villa in the lounge / dining room as the outside space was so good. 2 bbqs was a treat to be able to eat at the villa. We mostly ate out. Mondays is tricky in the local village - but we went to the local burger place it was great - one of our party is vegetarian and she said the vegi burger was really good. We went to many a supermarket on the last day found pingo near villamoura which seemed the best one.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful villa in a quiet area.

The villa was immaculate and furnished to a high standard and had everything you would need and more. It was very spacious and the pool area was lovely with plenty of outdoor seating and umbrellas and also had areas to eat on the balcony (under the shade) or just chill with a nice glass of wine ! It was pure bliss and relaxing in a very quiet area, just perfect. We hired a car and visited lots of the beautiful places in Portugal. Lidl & Aldi are a short drive away and enjoyed eating out at Vilamoura marina and the beach was lovely too. We recommend hiring a car which was very easy, picked up at the airport. Would definitely return. Gaynor P
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gillian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful!

We had a lovely stay at this villa. For us, it was a perfect location - just outside the village in a quiet and private spot but with easy access to the village, beaches and towns in the Algarve by car. The villa is exceptionally well equipped and very very comfortable both inside and out. The little orchard gave us fresh figs, lemons and limes! The pool is a great size for swimming, play and relaxing. Sarah - our host was very helpful and always prompt in replying to any questions. Thoroughly recommend!!
Stayed 17 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely holiday

We had an amazing holiday. The villa was just as described. Weather was perfect. Beds were very comfy, shutters kept the light out so we had a great nights sleep. The pool was nice and it helped having plenty of parasols. We enjoyed eating out at the local town, villamoura and vale de lobo. Overall villa was great quality with everything we needed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Delightful villa

Villa and owners were/are fantastic. The villa is a quiet road off of any main roads, walking distance to a small little town. The villa has everything you need and has a lovely view over Boliqueime with the sea as a background. Rooms are great sizes, bathrooms and kitchen are excellent for us as a family of 4. We had a lovely stay and cannot fault anything.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

A fantastic property. Quiet, clean, beautiful pool & gardens, comfortable beds, spacious rooms. Car definitely needed & driving (through the village & steep driveway) takes some getting used to, but definitely worth it. Fabulous holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristien P.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!!!

Just fantastic!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

vanessa v., Ittre

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We had a great stay at Sarah's house. The house and its 3 bedrooms were perfect for our family, the pool where we could spend many of our mornings was clearly a plus. Communication with Sarah was very easy, information about the house and the various people who look after the garden, pool and house was clear. You should know that the gardener comes several times a week to empty the bins and look after the garden. We didn't mind, but he does come several times a week, sometimes unannounced, so if you like your privacy, that's good to know. The jacuzzi shown in the photos is no longer there either, but at 40 degrees we didn't miss it ;) Finally, we really liked the peaceful setting of Boliqueime. A car is clearly necessary, as the centre of Albufeira is a 15-minute drive away.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023