Elvira 8 | Albufeira | Portugal

High above Vale de Parra, Elvira 8 is certainly one of the most comfortable and attractive villas in our portfolio. Every detail is stylish, every item of furniture and equipment chosen with care. The design encompasses both modern and Moorish; graceful archways and thick, whitewashed walls; a wide spiral staircase topped by a domed ceiling; beautiful fabrics enhance marble floored bedrooms. The limed-chestnut fitted kitchen/utility/breakfast room is well equipped and the spacious sitting room has patio doors leading out to the terraces and pool, as do each of the downstairs bedrooms. The pool dominates the colourful, landscaped garden and there are views over the surrounding valley to Galé Beach from both the pool area and the secluded roof terrace - we should warn you that this terrace has been the setting for two marriage proposals (both accepted!). The garden has a tropical feel with extensive lawns and various exotic plants and trees. On several different levels, there are areas of privacy and the thatched pergolas give welcome shade to the swimming pool terrace. There is a beautiful barbeque at the side of the house with a sheltered dining area and views over the surrounding countryside to the Monchique Mountains. Numerous good restaurants are within a five minute drive of Elvira, for example São Domingos and O Marinheiro (both with vegetarian dishes available). There is a garden fence separating the main house from the pool area making it safer for young children. Entrance hall. Living room with steps up to dining room. Kitchen. Cloakroom. Steps down to: 2 twins with bathroom ensuite. 1 twin (with zip-linked mattresses which can be made up as a king size bed. Please request at time of booking) & walk-in shower en-suite. First floor: Master suite with brand new super-king size bed, dressing area & bathroom. Roof terrace. Amenities: - Telephone - Television - Air conditioning - Dvd-player - Cd-player and radio - Washing machine - Dishwasher - Hairdryer - Pool towels - Swimming pool (9.5 - 9 m, depth 1 to 2 m) - Heating in bedrooms included - Smoking in the villa is not allowed Included in the price: - towels and bed linen - use of water, electricity and gas for kitchen use - free cot and high chair - end of stay cleaning - midweek cleaning Not included in the price: - air conditioning: €220 per week (optional) - Pool heating from October to May: €300 per week (optional) - Pool heating from June till September: €275 per week (optional) - Extra cot: € 25 per week - Extra high chair: € 20 per week - Heating: according to consumption Refundable security deposit: € 650