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A heated pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Aerial view
Dining
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 83014 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Laranjeiro, Faro District
  • Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel
    4 min drive
  • Ria Formosa Natural Park
    5 min drive
  • Colina Verde Golf Course
    9 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    26 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Olhao

Located in Olhao, this villa is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Moncarapacho Museum and Chapel and Ria Formosa Natural Park. .This villa is 15 mi (24.2 km) from Faro Island Beach and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Ilha da Armona Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Olhao Municipal Market - 8 min drive
  • Olhao Harbour - 9 min drive
  • Ilha da Armona Beach - 12 min drive
  • Estoi Palace - 15 min drive
  • Ilha da Culatra Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Tavira Station - 21 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante António - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante do Carmo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Frango da Ria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪O Primo-Restaurante - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bolinhas do Carlos - ‬9 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.

Relaxing family retreat with heated private pool & breath taking ocean views

Welcome to Casa Veronica, a luxurious 4-bedroom villa that comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests. Nestled on a scenic hillside, this spacious retreat offers sweeping panoramic views of the ocean and countryside, perfect for a relaxing and memorable getaway.

Key Features:
- Heated Private Salt Pool: Enjoy the privacy of your own heated 8 x 4m pool, surrounded by a tranquil garden with spectacular coastal and countryside views. Pool heating is available for the colder months for €15 per day.
- Beautiful Outdoor Living: Unwind in the peaceful garden or on the expansive patio with a BBQ area, ideal for memorable al fresco dining experiences.
- Fully Air-Conditioned for all Seasons: All bedrooms and the living room are equipped with air conditioning. In the cooler months, enjoy underfloor heating and a log fire in the lounge.

Home Comforts:
Casa Veronica is thoughtfully furnished with everything you need for a stress-free stay. The fully equipped kitchen includes a dishwasher, cooker, microwave, coffee machine, and fridge/freezer. Other amenities include a washing machine, WiFi, TV, DVD player, and an extensive DVD library.

Location Highlights:
Situated in the stunning eastern Algarve, Casa Veronica is just a 10-minute drive to the nearest beach, 30 minutes from Faro Airport and beaches, and a short drive to charming local towns:

- Moncarapacho: A quaint market town, just a short drive or a 20-minute walk from the villa.
- Olhao, Fuzeta, and Tavira: Historic coastal towns brimming with culture, markets, and delicious local cuisine.
- Freshly baked local delicacies - In summer indulge in freshly baked bolos de berlim - Algarve's famous donuts, from the factory just a few minutes walk away!

Explore the nearby Ria Formosa Natural Park, a protected coastal lagoon stretching across 18,000 hectares, offering unique landscapes, barrier islands, and vibrant wildlife.

Local Expertise:
This home has been enjoyed by the owner’s family for years, and they’ve curated a list of their top recommendations for restaurants and local activities, ensuring you experience the best of the Algarve. Feel free to reach out with any questions—we’re here to make your stay unforgettable!

Book your stay at Casa Veronica where tranquillity meets luxury for the perfect Algarve escape!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Helen Winskill

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: no smoking allowed in the house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,014 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 91506/AL

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Relaxing family retreat with heated private pool & breath taking ocean views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We had the most enjoyable stay the villa suited us perfectly
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for us
We had a lovely stay at Casa Veronica. We were there with our two young children (1 and 3) so having a heated pool, a well stocked shop nearby and a quiet safe beach so close made our lives so much easier. It was also very convenient for Faro airport but still quiet and secluded. The house had everything we needed and Helen and Dirk were both very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isobel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house in a great secluded location
This was a lovely house….so easy to find by car travelling from the airport. The location of the house is really great, secluded with beautiful vistas. The interior of the house is so comfortable…the living room area is just wonderful with tv, wifi, etc. The bedrooms had the comfiest of beds…in fact the house had everything you needed for a wonderful relaxing holiday. The owner Helen was so quick to reply to any questions that we had and the agent Dirk was on hand to deal with any problems that may arise. All in all a wonderful holiday in a superbly located house…..highly recommended…we will return.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Family enjoyed our stay
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning
We were a family of 8 staying at casa veronica. We had such a lovely stay. The Villa Is very spacious and very homely. Both kids and adults had endless hours of fun in the pool. We spent numerous nights enjoying what we referred to as the snug ticked away at the side of the pool. This little hide away so absolutely beautiful of an evening having bbqs and family meals down there. This villa has the most stunning views which added more to this great holiday. Also have to mention dirk the property manager. We made contact a few times with dirk for general thing such recommendations on places to watch football and local markets we could to. Di rim was very helpful and ensured a lot of info was sent to help with are needs
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N., Edinburgh

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxing stay
Beautiful villa, photos don't do it justice. 10-20 mins in car from Olhao, Tavira, Fuseta and many stunning beaches, restaurants and tourist attractions. Well appointed villa with all mod cons. It is up a dusty track so be prepared for that but the roads around are very quiet and easy to drive. 4 big bedrooms, 1 ensuite and 2 other bathrooms so ideal for bigger groups. Comfy beds, plenty bedding and towels. Kitchen has everything you need with a separate utility room. Lounge and dining area very spacious with added bonus of two outside areas for shade and relaxing. BBQ. High spec TV, speaker and WiFi for the teenagers!! We all loved the house and feeding the visiting cats. 5 mins to an Intermarche in Moncarapacho so easy for shopping and takeaway cooked chicken for an easy meal if not dining out. Owner also shared some great info on the local towns and places to visit or eat out. Definitely need a car but lots of walks in the neighbourhood too. A minor issue with one of the much needed Aircon units was resolved promptly by Dirk and he communicated regularly to check all OK. Views from the pool down to the coast ate stunning. Overall a great value villa in a rural location. Thoroughly recommend, would stay again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Week
This house was perfect, exactly what we needed for a week relaxing with the family. The pool was warm enough to be in all day and the bbq area was lovely. Would definitely recommend

10/10 Excellent

Unni K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Suitable for family vacation
Well organized home equipped with everything a family of 7 with ages ranging from 6 to 71 needed. Clean, nice pool and patios, nice quiet neighborhood. A car is essential to reach beaches and local cities.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely villa, great views, very spacious, excellent pool
We had a lovely stay. Villa more spacious than photos suggest, very well equipped and good aircon - pool excellent size. Great sea view. Moncarapacho village short drive (10 mins) - several restaurants there and small supermarket - but too far to walk especially at night. We visited Olhao - great fish market and plenty of restaurants, ferries to nearby island beaches, Tavira - pretty town to explore and Praia do Baril beach - all easily accessible. You do need a car as quite rural - taxis will do airport run but not local trips. Directions to villa need a bit more detail as difficult to find at night - distances would be good. Overall, great stay, owner very easy to deal with - would definitely return.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Sally G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Family Villa
The property was excellent with spacious rooms for all the family . Well equipped and spotlessly clean . Quite isolated which is fine as no noisy neighbours only a cockerel crowing and dogs barking from time to time The real bonus was the enclosed snug bbq by the pool especially as the evenings were still cool and of course the pool which everybody loved . The view across to the sea was fabulous . Moncarapacho is a nice town but further away than we thought . The smaller village which was closer had no facilities . Overall for a week it was delightful . We hope to come again next year .
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time
Highlights were. - the heated pool, my other half never normally ventures into the pool but this was lovely and warm, just the right size and depth, and we were both in it everyday. - the lovely view from the patio across the fields and down to the sea - I also enjoyed watching the planes heading into Faro airport, the Fliught Radar App was on overtime! Property was nice and clean and Helen was very quick to respond throughout the booking process. We did have a minor issue with the villa's internet but this was subsequently sorted by Dirk. I wasn't aware when booking that there was another property close to the villa across the drive but they can't see into the property and apart from the occasional vehicle visiting them, there was no real noise. Like anywhere in rural Portugal, there are dogs barking and cockerels crowing in the distance but the villa was still a lovely secluded retreat so these weren't an issue. Great base for exploring the Eastern Algarve, we travelled out to Santa Luzia, Tavira, Olhao and even across to Spain from Alcoutim.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Murray W.

Well equipped villa with everything we needed for our stay.
Excellent stay at the villa, so peaceful and relaxing. Pool area and BBQ area are amazing and the air con is a real bonus! Definitely need a car to get around as the local villages and towns are hidden gems. Didn't get to do everything on our list which gives us an even better excuse to return again. Helen was very helpful with advice and her communication. Dirk the property manager was excellent and a fountain of local knowledge. Hopefully will return again next year.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

martin l.

05/10/2017
Very peaceful rural position with lovely views yet within easy reach of coast , shops etc . The house is very well equipped and spacious ( there were 4 of us ) Plenty of outside space both shady and sunny and of course a pool . Excellent and helpful contact with the owner prior to arrival ensured everything went smoothly - the only slight hitch was quickly rectified by Dirk . It's true that the track leading up to the house is rather rough but that's what hire cars are for ! Yes , there is a fair amount of barking from dogs at certain times but that's quite usual in rural locations abroad and it didn't adversely affect our stay . All in all an extremely pleasant stay in a very different part of the Algarve .
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Wonderful relaxing retreat in the Algarve
I absolutely love this house! We stayed there with a couple of friends middle of May 2017 and I am already looking so forward to come back again next year!!! It's a secluded holiday home at the end of a cul de sac, up the hill, overlooking rural surroundings and the ocean. So peaceful, all you can hear are some cicadas. All the plants around the garden were in full bloom (springtime … amazing field of flowers in the back yard) and there were lots of swallows flying around, and even white doves. And a little shy cat came around for dinner every night :) The bedrooms are very comfy and spacious (lots of cabinets to store your stuff), and so is the rest of the villa … super cosy living room and a very well equipped kitchen … we did not miss a thing! There's a capsule coffee machine but I was so glad to find a plunger as well :D I'm very much about sustainable living, so I was stoked to see those solar panels, and I told the owner the only thing I was not perfectly happy with is the shared shower, because there's not so much of water coming out (being a German haha) … but the other 2 showers are fine, and it's good to save on water anyway ;) Also the eco mode on the dishwasher is crap, if you use it, you gotta wash/dry the dishes again, but the regular mode is doing it's job! What I loved most about this place (besides the private pool, we even did a skinny dip hehe) was the BBQ area … we spent such a lovely evening down there. Beautiful light setting (and my favourite WiFi music), and the local dourada we bought in the supermarket was the tastiest ever! They have these fish grillers (idk how to call it) in one of the top cubboards, and even the coal and fire starters were provided. Also some other people left behind some delicious Algarve honey and organic olive oil … oh I wish this carries on :) Some other tipps about the area: All the villages east of Faro are very authentic and well worth a visit … old towns, churches, cafes/bars/restaurants, markets, delicous food and cheap beer. You need a rental car to go there, or a cab driver. I can highly recommend www.travelwithwolf.com (up to 8 passengers, super friendly and reliable.) In Olhao (awesome place for murals btw) you can rent bikes for a day trip to Praia do Barril (11k one way), a beautiful beach, with a little train for the last 1.5k, cool for kids. In Faro you can hop on a boat to cruise around the Ria Formosa National Park and also enjoy the pumping night life. We all left happy as!!!

8/10 Good

sandra b.

Liked: Cleanliness
vacances à Algarve
Nous avons passé 2 semaines dans cette maison. Trés propre et fidéle à la description avec cette superbe vu sur la plage, proche de toute commodité. Maison à environ 10minutes de Olhao 20 de Faro ( autoroute pas loin). seule point noir, le chemin acces pour la maison en pente avec des troux donc doucement mais surrement. Les échanges avec les proprietaires ont été trés respectueux et toujours dans la bienveillance de nos questions. Je conseille cette location sans soucis.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Marie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Agréable maison bien située et bien équipée
Maison confortable, bien équipée, piscine chauffée indispensable à cette saison, mais très agréable. calme et vue dégagée, proche des commerces et des buts touristiques et de la mer. Propriétaire et gestionnaire attentifs et efficaces. Un conseil : demander un plan d'accès détaillé dans la documentation car impossible de trouver sans aide du gestionnaire. c'est un détail mais qui peut compter si l'arrivée est tardive . En conclusion : excellent séjour
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

philippe f.

Liked: Cleanliness
Agréable propriété au calme avec une superbe vue
Belle propriété au calme, mais qui mériterait un petit rafraîchissement ...
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalia N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nous avons passe un très bon moment, tout est à disposition et bien réfléchi
Nous avons loué la maison avec les amis, très bien accueillie et les lits parapluies supplémentaire ont bien été à notre disposition comme demandé. Chambres sont grandes et confortables, lieu très calme.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ana C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice stay
Very pleaseant stay in casa Veronica with my family, peaceful location. The pool was a sucess with our teenage children. The house is confortable and the cleaning is impecable. The owner Helen is very nice and understanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Superbes vacances !
Nous avons passé de superbes vacances entre amis (2 couples + 4 enfants de 1 an à 8 ans) la maison est grande et très confortable, possède tout ce qu'il faut pour y passer de bons moments, la propriétaire très accessible par message, compréhensive et rassurante. La maison est complètement isolée sans voisinage. Grande piscine, attention pas de sécurité autour (ni barrière ni alarme). Très bien placée, nous avons pu visiter tout ce l'on voulait à l'algarve facilement ! Merci Helen et Dirk

10/10 Excellent

David T., Porto

Liked: Cleanliness
"A place with a view"
Nice spot with a beautiful view to Ria Formosa; cool pool with warm water; cats, rosters, geckos around the house / property; quick access to the coast / beaches, Fuseta and Olhão; away from croweded spaces; a good choice for this kind of holidays.

10/10 Excellent

Manuel P., Lisboa

Liked: Cleanliness
Entre o campo e a praia
Cada fantástica, com uma vista formidável! Situada no campo a poucos km da praia!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

ISABEL M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Muito bom
Um verdadeiro sossego, longe da confusão, onde se houve somente as cigarras.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Christof H., Lennestadt, NRW, Deutschland

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa mit allem was man braucht
Wir genossen zu fünft schöne 8 Tage in der großen und gut ausgestatteten Villa, das schöne Spätsommerwetter, die schöne Aussicht und den Pool. Die Zufahrt ist etwas steinig und die Hühner waren schon mal etwas früh wach aber das trübte den guten Gesamteindruck nicht.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Jose M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for relaxing
We enjoyed the stay at this calm place.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2019