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Description of holiday villa in Moncarapacho, Algarve

Casa Jardim is ideal for couples looking for a peaceful and relaxing break away from the crowded resorts. Set in beautiful grounds, consisting of natural terrain and partly-landscaped gardens, Casa Jardim is a delight to the senses. It offers relaxation and tranquillity and yet is handily placed should you wish to venture out and enjoy some Algarve exploration.........

Enjoy your own private space in our modern villa built in traditional Portuguese style. We offer the Pool Apartment and the Garden Apartment, each for just 2 people, but for a virtual villa rental, you could take both and your party would enjoy ultimate privacy, including the lovely pool.

Each apartment is a fusion of traditional materials and modern design. They are bright and spacious with a large living/dining room and fully fitted kitchen area, with double bedroom and en-suite bathroom. We offer the choice of a large double bed or twin beds. The double doors lead out to your own private terrace, with table and chairs for alfresco dining.
Both apartments have a CD/radio/tape player, clothes-airer, and hairdryer. An iron and ironing board are available.

A welcome pack is provided and the fridge will be stocked with cold drinks and essentials for your first breakfast. If you are arriving late we will be happy to book you a table at a local restaurant.

We provide a Beach Bag with towels, beach mats, sun umbrellas and cold bags with ice packs. Also large towels for use by the pool (saving space in your suitcase!).

The apartments will be cleaned and linen and towels changed weekly. Fans are available in the summer, and for winter rentals, heating is provided.

Outside and surrounded by the gardens is a large 11m x 4m pool with sun-beds, and umbrellas for shade. The large BBQ and picnic table is ideal for eating out and enjoying all the fresh fish from the local markets, and lit by candles and lanterns is a lovely way to spend an evening, either alone or socialising with the other guests

The 11 x 4 metre pool is available for exercise or cooling off on hot days and the gardens have a variety of shaded seating from which to enjoy the slow passage of Algarve time...

The owners live in separate accommodation within the two-acre, partly-landscaped property, so expert advice about the locality and attractions is assured, should you wish.

Accommodation, Facilities and Services

Suitability:	No Smoking, No Pets
General:	Electric Fan/s, Internet Access, Beach equipment, Hairdryer
Bedrooms:	1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 2 1 Double/s with ensuite, 1 Twin/s with ensuite Each suite has the choice of a large double or 2 single beds.
Bathrooms:	1 Bathroom/s 1 Bath/s, 1 Shower/s, 1 Wash basin/s, 1 Toilets/s, 1 Bidet/s
Lounge:	Seating for 2 people CD Player, Radio, Tape player, Board Games, Books/Magazines
Dining Area:	Seating for 2 people Dining table & chairs both indoors & on terrace
Kitchen/Utility:	Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Kettle, Toaster, Coffee maker, Ironing board, Iron
Outdoors:	Swimming Pool, BBQ, Private garden, Shared garden, Terrace, Sunloungers, Patio table, Patio chairs, Sunshade, Outside shower
Access:	Car essential, Secure parking
Services:	Linen provided, Towels provided, Cleaning included

Price quoted in £ Sterling

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Rates

Period	Weekly	Minimum Stay
1 January 2011 - 31 March 2011	£245.00	4 Days
1 April 2011 - 30 April 2011	£280.00	4 Days
1 May 2011 - 31 May 2011	£315.00	4 Days
1 June 2011 - 30 June 2011	£350.00	4 Days
1 July 2011 - 31 July 2011	£420.00	5 Days
1 August 2011 - 31 August 2011	£420.00	5 Days
1 September 2011 - 30 September 2011	£420.00	5 Days
1 October 2011 - 31 October 2011	£315.00	4 Days

Please Note: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
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Deposit/Booking Notes: Prices are for the property per day or week in UK Pounds. We are happy to accept bookings for any number of nights (with a minimum of 3). A deposit of 25% is required at the time of booking and the balance to be paid 8 weeks before arrival. For bookings made less than 8 weeks before the start of the holiday full payment is required when booking.

Location of holiday rental in Moncarapacho, Algarve

Holiday Type:	Beach, Rural, Historic/Sightseeing
Local Activities:	Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Golf, Fishing, Tennis, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Gym, Local Market

Location description

Casa Jardim is situated midway between the regional capitol of Faro and the beautiful and historic town of Tavira. It is a short drive to the coast and some beautiful sand dune backed beaches in one direction, and the unspoiled countryside in the other. There are spectacular views from the surrounding hills which are perfect for exploring by car or on foot.
We are just 3 kilometres from the market town of Moncarapacho where you will find numerous bars and several very good restaurants, 2 banks, 3 cash machines, and a number of small but well stocked supermarkets. The surrounding land is agricultural with citrus trees, carobs, pomegranate, fig and almond trees.
In Estoi is the impressive 18th Century Palace and Gardens, and nearby at Milreu lie the excavated remains of a Roman Palace, with fragments of mosaics depicting mythical marine motifs. The bustling fishing town of Olhao which possesses the best fish and produce market in the area is 10 minutes away, and well worth a visit. From the harbour you can take the ferry and visit the nearby islands of Armona and Culatra. Along the seafront and in the narrow cobbled streets are more than two dozen restaurants and bars, many specialising in the very fresh locally caught fish. Most are traditional Portuguese and offer great value. The ‘prato do dia’ is excellent value at between 5€ - 7€ and often includes a beer, dessert and coffee! There is also a choice of Italian and Chinese cuisine. Tavira, which is described as ‘the most beautiful town in the Algarve’ is not to be missed. The river runs through the centre and is crossed by the Roman Bridge. There are spectacular views from the ruined castle walls across a skyline of churches towards the sea.

Other activities

Wildlife
The Ria Formosa Nature reserve is a protected area that stretches for many miles along the coast from Faro to the Spanish border, and includes most of the beaches. The area is home to many wild birds and is situated on the route for birds migrating between Africa and Northern Europe, and is of world ornithological importance. The reception office for the reserve is only 10 minutes from Casa Jardim. In our own garden there is a wide variety of birds including hoopoe, willow warbler, siskin, sardinian warbler, jay, greenfinch, blackcap, woodlark, skylark, robin, blackbird, sparrow, song thrush, stonechat, pied wagtail, swift, and bee eater. The swallows dip in the pool, and at dusk you will see the little owls, and possibly a nightjar swooping silently overhead. A more recent visitor is the buzzard who sits on top of a post overlooking the garden and we have even seen a short-toed eagle soaring overhead, hopefully returning to nest in the area.

Local events

Throughout the summer months every village has its own 'Festa' with eating, drinking and traditional dancing, plus live music. The nearby town of Olhao hosts a Seafood Festival in August, which is very popular for the BBQ's and live music

Tourist attractions

Here are a few websites to help you ...
http://www.visit-tavira.com/tavira-a-journey-trough-art-and-history-part-1/
http://www.cdepa.pt/camera/en_main.html
http://www.algarve-beach-life.com http://www.eastoffaro.com/site/en/guidebook/beaches
http://www.eastoffaro.com/site/en/guidebook/towns
http://www.eastoffaro.com/site/en/guidebook/landscapes
http://www.eastoffaro.com/site/en/guidebook/activity/Bird_watching

Nearest Airport:	Faro	20km
Nearest Railway Station:	Faro	20km
Nearest Beach:	Fuzeta	8km
Nearest Pub/Restaurant:	Moncarapacho	3km

Directions

The following information maybe of help when planning your holiday to the Algarve. The following airlines fly from the UK to Faro. We suggest that you check times and availability with the relevant airline.
easyJet. Monarch. Jet2.com. Flybe. Thomson. bmibaby. British Airways. Excel Airways. Ryanair.

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