a little disappointed with master ensuite basin has no way holding water used a plastic kitchen food container as so much water wasted otherwise

This property was recommended to us as a family stay and it didn’t disappoint. The whole booking process with Doug and Vrbo was faultless, as was his communication about the villa, directions and checking in process. There is an abundance of outdoor space which the kids loved; exploring the gardens, collecting oranges and playing in the swings and the pool was a hit with the whole family. The villa is clean and spacious and we enjoyed many a bbq in the courtyard, lunches by the pool and gin on the roof area while watching the sunset. The villa is in a very quiet setting but was very close to Carvoeiro town/beach/restaurants and local supermarkets. I would definitely recommend this property to anybody looking at the Carvoeiro area.

The Algarve is gorgeous & we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Villa; it was just perfect for our quiet retreat.

The villa was spacious and catered well for families. The outside space was amazing; so many places to sit and read or to dine. We loved having our meals in the courtyard/ patio garden, weather permitting. We paid to have the pool heated and it was well worth it. The children aged 10 and 13 loved the pool and exploring all the outside spaces. We managed a couple of sundowners on the roof top terrace which was amazing. The seating up there was so comfortable. There were a few restaurants within walking distance but it's not too far to go into Carvoiero. Doug, our host gave us lots of information and the management company responded quickly to a problem we had. A car is essential to get out and about as there are so many beautiful beaches to choose from and some great walks over the boardwalks.

This is a beautiful villa. The hill top location offers 360 views. The ground are lush with palm trees and beautiful trees and bushes that are well maintained. The gated entrance with the private drive way is just a gorgeous preview of the villa itself. There are plentiful places/terraces/patios to enjoy during the day/evening including the roof terrace. The interior is cozy and a bit quirky, the outside spectacular. The pool is large enough to enjoy swimming. All amenities were as described. The property managers took care of (minor) problems the same day and where very helpful. There are no intrusive neighboring properties so you can enjoy full privacy. Shopping at the INTERMARCHE was very close and had an excellent selection of everything including wine! Excellent restaurants are 5-7 minutes away by car (Vila Nova, Vila Medici, Ghurka, Brasserie Rusal, Bistro Algar Seco) the Vale De Milho just 8 minutes by foot. All in all 2 perfect weeks in a private paradise away from the bustle of Carvoeiro but close to the beautiful beaches and cliffs of the Algarve. We can only recomnend to come and stay!

Excellent. Particularly pool, patio, rooftop, kitchen equipment

We have been to Carvoeiro half a dozen times now and even married there back in 2015. My wife, children and myself all love it there. We have stayed at a few villas over the years and this one is right up there toward the top of the pile. The views from the roof are beautiful. There are no shortage of places to sit and chill. The courtyard is perfect for eating during the evening time once the sun has passed over and the roof is just amazing to sit with a few drinks as the sun goes down. We were really grateful for the welcome pack of wine, beer, water, ham, cheese, bread etc. After a long day of travelling, its nice to have 'something' to drink upon arrival before doing the big shop. The pool has an abundance of sun loungers with two sizeable parasols that actually do a great job of shading a large area for time out of the sun. Great for the kids when the sun is blazing down and they need a bit of time out. Loads of towels provided both for the loungers/beach as well as for use in the villa. This was a massive bonus because previously we have used a lot of our weight limit taking beach towels in the cases. The cleaner was lovely. She came twice during our stay and was super polite, and Nelson the pool guy, who we have met before, came to clean the pool when it started to get a bit cloudy. We made a quick call to the agent as we were concerned he wasn't due to come for a number of days. He arrived within 20 minutes and got straight to it. The water was crystal clear for the remainder of the stay. Intermarche is around the corner and the town centre is within walking distance. I will make mention of things that might need improvement, not that they detracted much from our stay but just because I think with these changes, there really would be nothing negative to say at all. The air conditioning in a couple of the bedrooms could perhaps do with a service. They weren't getting very cold. Also the shower in the main bedroom en-suite was out of order for the duration of our stay. We all used the other bathroom to shower. Not exactly a deal breaker, but worth mentioning. The pool also isn't particularly deep. A benefit to some perhaps but we were extremely careful with the jumps and dives. There are signs stating 'no diving' due to the depth. We were mindful of this but didn't let it stop our fun. Once again, a lovely, quiet, peaceful place to call home for a couple of weeks. Would 100% recommend and would certainly stay again.

We enjoyed a fantastic 2 weeks in July in this authentic villa. It was comfortable and spacious. The pool was huge. Easy to find and within walking distance of town. Lovely restaurant within a 5 minute walk called semi xo. Easy to get a taxi into or back from the main town if you prefer not to walk. Lots of great beaches close by.

Beautiful spacious villa and garden in a quiet location. Many places to sit out and enjoy the views. The pool was enjoyed by all. Would definitely return to this gem.

This was a lovely property with great outside space. Beautiful views all around. Paid to have the pool heated which was worth it. A bit of a walk from town but all downhill and taxi back. Was supposed to have a cleaner once during the week but didn’t get one although pool guy and gardeners were there.

If you wish to have quiet vacations, this is the right place. Everything was clean and the house is well furnished so you can have your meals there. The barbacue area is very pleasant. The only thing that we have to point out is that one of the sofas in the living room was ruined (previous guests) and we needed to use dining chairs to sit on. However, Doug has alerted us for that situation.

Covid has obviously had an effect on upkeep of villa and outside areas were more neglected than expected. Few issues with cleanliness on arrival which were quickly sorted by Doug. Well located for exploring all of algarve, villa has good seating areas and nice rooftop views in evening . Good sized pool and nice to have big screens on all windows and doors . Bit disappointed that condition of villa and outside areas was not as expected but I’m sure covid has a lot to answer for this . Feel it is more the fault of letting agents not he owner .

The property was very conveniently situated - we walked into Carvoeiro for dinner each evening before enjoying late evening drinks on the roof terrace.

Communication with Doug was prompt; helpful and appreciated. The property managers were responsive, friendly & efficient. The Villa provided a 360 degree view inclusive of mountains & sea. The Villa was situated in a peaceful locale with easy access by car to the local towns, beaches & restaurants. The interior of the Villa was spotless and the exterior provided copious alternative view/ seating areas - highlighted by a beautiful pool. I know that Doug has embarked on an upgrading program which will only enhance the tranquil experience the Villa offers; which is perfect for a Family. We have already booked for next year.

Communication with Doug was prompt; helpful and appreciated. The property managers were responsive, friendly & efficient. The Villa provided a 360 degree view inclusive of mountains & sea. The Villa was situated in a peaceful locale with easy access by car to the local towns, beaches & restaurants. The interior of the Villa was spotless and the exterior provided copious alternative view/ seating areas - highlighted by a beautiful pool. I know that Doug has embarked on an upgrading program which will only enhance the tranquil experience the Villa offers; which is perfect for a Family. We have already booked for next year.

Very good property enjoyed our stay

Great property, well-located. A lovely pool and loads of outdoor places to sit and relax. Gorgeous views. We highly recommend this property. We had a wonderful holiday - thank you.

We had a great time here, there’s something for everyone, plenty of space, large garden, we barely left for the whole week. The heated pool was the highlight though. The arrangements and instructions were very clear and made everything very simple. We will be back.

Just returned from this fabulous villa after a week long stay. The outdoor space and pool area were absolutely fantastic with a great pool and a seating area for sun or shade at all times of the day and evening. Communication and information was great and we enjoyed trying the restaurants recommended by Doug in his very detailed welcome information email. The villa is very well equipped if staying in to eat or only a 20 minute walk to the top of the town and a €6.50 taxi ride back. Will definitely return! Thank you

Property really benefits from large outdoor spaces with lots of different places to relax and a lovely pool in a quiet location. Enjoyed the roof terrace especially in the evening watching the sun set. A range of large supermarkets are near by ( 5 minutes by car) and a walk into town takes around 20 minutes.

We had an excellent 2 week stay! The villa was lovely with a great pool and lots of outdoor space. Location is excellent, and the property owner very helpful and quick to respond. We can’t wait to return!

We just returned from a week and loved the outdoor space. The pool was the highlight for the kids, while us parents enjoyed the roof top deck sunsets and the amazing views. We also loved that the house was decorated in a more traditional style and not all "ikea'd" out - really added to the atmosphere. The house is well located and a quick 3 minutes drive to town and the beach and near several other attractions to keep the family busy. Doug was very responsive and went above and beyond what we would expect a host to do. We had a terrific week and enjoyed seeing the area.

A lovely property, in a relaxing and tranquil setting. It has a great swimming pool with lots of different external sitting areas both in and out of the shade. It’s located close to lots of restaurants within walking distance and close to the Algarve most picturesque beaches. We will definitely be coming back.

Excellent villa. Plenty of utensils

Great Villa, plenty of room for our family of 4, and lots of outdoor space, the roof terrace was great for an evening drink. The villa was well equipped and had everything we needed. Carvoeiro is a lovely town, and if you don't want to drive in the evening there are plenty of taxis or uber options. Two really picturesque beaches nearby well wort a visit are Carvalho Beach and Marinha Beach

Another stay in this superb villa. Suitably located for a 20 minute walk into Carvoeiro and a 6 euro taxi ride home. The 3 bedroom villa has numerous locations to relax, by the pool, on the terrace or on the roof. Pool is a great size, we had it heated and used it everyday during our May break. Smart TV and x box available too. 3 supermarkets within easy reach. Communication with the owner was excellent, emails always answered promptly. Hopefully return very soon

This was our first visit to Portugal, and we really enjoyed it. The villa was great, really spacious and well equipped, everything in good repair and clean and tidy when we arrived. There were only four of us, but the villa would comfortably accommodate six. The outside space is a great feature of this villa - all the different terraces around the villa and on the roof, the sheltered sunny courtyard, the swings, the citrus trees, and of course the pool. We didn't quite have the weather to be able to enjoy the rooftop terraces as much as we would have liked, but then this was April. We paid for the pool to be heated, which wasn't cheap but was well worth it because we were able to go in the pool every day - even the two days it rained! Any downsides to the villa? Not really. The only thing I would mention is, I had trouble with the locks on two of the sliding doors - I couldn't get them to lock properly, a good firm yank would open them. This isn't really a problem because there are stout metal shutters outside every door and window, it just means that you have to go round closing all the shutters before you go out / go to bed (you will almost certainly have been round and opened them all earlier, because the villa is quite dark with the shutters closed). We had a car and drove ourselves from the airport - the villa was easily found with help of Google Maps. The car was handy - it was useful for shopping trips to the Intermarche about a mile away, and we were able to visit Alvor and Villamoura, as well a theme park and Lagos Zoo - but I wouldn't say a car is actually necessary because we loved Carvoeiro itself. The town is in easy walking distance - we walked in three or four times, takes 15-20 minutes - and has everything you could need in terms of shops, bars and restaurants. We ate in a different restaurant every night, had a good experience in every one of them, and there are probably 20 or 30 more that we didn't get to try. The feel of Carvoeiro was just right for us (family with children aged 10 and 12) - we liked Alvor and Villamoura for different reasons, but I think we will definitely base ourselves in Carvoeiro when we return to Portugal.

Great holiday enjoying some family time and the heated pool was a huge benefit.

Lovely villa with lots of excellent areas for sitting out in sun or shade, the gardens were well manicured and we had freshly squeezed oranges in the morning from the tree in the garden. Bedrooms are spacious, the kitchen has everything you need and it has a cracking bbq in the courtyard which we used. Would recommend having a car.

We had such a good time and although we did get out and about in the mornings we loved just relaxing around the fabulous pool area. Food at the Thai Elephant was excellent and would highly recommend this very friendly restaurant. Fabulous holiday with some great memories!

A beautiful villa 20-30 minuets walk from carvoeiro centre. Eira dos moinhos had the most amazing veiws from the roof top terrace where you can relax and watch the sun set over the beautiful countryside. The villa felt homely with enough space for four adults and three children to live comfortably with many private seating areas. Exellent wifi, tv and facilities to listen to music outside while enjoying the wonderful pool. Doug the owner was easy to contact and very accomodating and helpful. I would highly recomend this beautiful villa and hope to book again for next year.

A lovely villa in private surroundings. Lovely warm pool was worth paying extra for. Very helpful owner. Would recommend hiring a car as we eventually did.