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On the sunny ALGARVE in southern PORTUGAL
5 Bedroom detached VILLA near ALBUFEIRA
Only an 8 minute stroll to the beautiful beach of Santa Eulalia
and all amenities, in a quiet location. Sleeps 10 + 3 on request.
4 bath/shower rooms. Large pool in secluded gardens
Only an 8 minute stroll to the beautiful beach of Santa Eulalia
and all amenities, in a quiet location. Sleeps 10 + 3 on request.
4 bath/shower rooms. Large pool in secluded gardens
The perfect family holiday with everything to keep the kids amused
To see the other pages of information, just click on the page, listed in the above index
+ 5 bedrooms
+ 4 bathrooms
+ Air conditioning
+ Beach 8 minutes walk
+ So much outside space
+ So many choices to relax
+ Lots of shady spots
+ Large Private pool
+ Table tennis area
+ Indoor American Pool table
+ 2 built in BBQs
+ Pool chalet & decking
+ Large arched garden room
+ with more comfy seating
+ Beautiful gardens
+ Romantic Courtyard
+ Hammock in the trees
+ Tarzan swing for the kids
+ Climbing frame with slide
+ 4 Swings inc' baby swing
+ 2 x 40" flatscreen TVs
+ English FreeSat TV stations
+ record pause 2 receiver Digibox
+ WIFI Internet access
+ DVD player
+ Selection of films on DVD
+ Stereo Music Centre
+ Good selection of music CDs
+ Stocked Bookcase
+ Indoor board games
+ Beach toys and inflatables
+ Inflatable paddling pool
+ Volleyball/basketball net
+ 10 comfortable sunbeds
+ Numerous parasols
+ Many outside tables & chairs
+ 2x Cot-high chair-push chair
+ Solar Warm Pool Shower
+ 5 hairdryers
+ Pool towels provided
+ 4 bathrooms
+ Air conditioning
+ Beach 8 minutes walk
+ So much outside space
+ So many choices to relax
+ Lots of shady spots
+ Large Private pool
+ Table tennis area
+ Indoor American Pool table
+ 2 built in BBQs
+ Pool chalet & decking
+ Large arched garden room
+ with more comfy seating
+ Beautiful gardens
+ Romantic Courtyard
+ Hammock in the trees
+ Tarzan swing for the kids
+ Climbing frame with slide
+ 4 Swings inc' baby swing
+ 2 x 40" flatscreen TVs
+ English FreeSat TV stations
+ record pause 2 receiver Digibox
+ WIFI Internet access
+ DVD player
+ Selection of films on DVD
+ Stereo Music Centre
+ Good selection of music CDs
+ Stocked Bookcase
+ Indoor board games
+ Beach toys and inflatables
+ Inflatable paddling pool
+ Volleyball/basketball net
+ 10 comfortable sunbeds
+ Numerous parasols
+ Many outside tables & chairs
+ 2x Cot-high chair-push chair
+ Solar Warm Pool Shower
+ 5 hairdryers
+ Pool towels provided
A hire car is not a necessity, as the beach, restaurants, supermarket and bus stops, are within 10 minutes walk
This beautiful beach is only 8 minutes walk from the villa.
Book now for the perfect family holiday
Casa Do Mel (House of Honey) - This much loved Traditional Portuguese style house, is our second home, recently refurbished, offering the perfect holiday location and is accessed by a long private, gated, driveway , set back 400m from the road in a quiet, tree lined valley. The stone arched entrance hall leads to the lounge, tastefully, furnished in a homely, French country style. The principal rooms are very spacious with 4 bedrooms in the main house and a 5th in the attached annexe, with its own kitchen/utility. The house is set in extensive, mature and sheltered gardens (4000sqmetres) with lawns, flower beds and trees. The 10m x 5m pool is set in front of the south facing house and to the rear is a large, typically Mediterranean style, enclosed, courtyard with olive tree, vines and a built in barbecue for alfresco dining on those balmy summer evenings. In this idyllic location, it is hard to imagine that all this is just 10 minutes walk from the beach and restaurants.
House of Honey; a name that perhaps, evokes a romantic image in your mind. Casa do Mel is a unique and beautifully refurbished, traditional Portuguese villa, which has an innate charm, immediately apparent from the moment you first arrive. We have had some wonderful comments from our recent guests, but don’t take our word for it, read the comments yourself. Select 'Guest comments' from the menu box above to see why it really is 'A little piece of paradise'.
Welcome! Come in and look around
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Separate dining room
Separate dining room
What's on TV? Well, you can pick up all the main freeview stations that you get back in the UK , even your favourite BBC region, using our giant satellite dish and digital HD receiver.
The digital HD receiver has the benefit of a hard disc recorder with user friendly on-screen functions to; pause/resume and rewind live TV. -- watch a recording from the start, or an earlier position, whilst it is still recording. -- simultaneously view a programme whilst recording another. -- record two programmes simultaneously. All using click select from the screen programme menus, by remote control without the need to programme any start or finish times. Just like back in the UK, so if you're eating out, just record your favourite programme and watch it later. If all this seems a little confusing, just ask one of the younger folk, they'll probably know what to do.
The large traditional alantejo style blue tiled kitchen is well equipped.
With arched entrance to the dining room and also french windows leading to the rear courtyard
Bedroom 2
with small balcony
with small balcony
Bedroom 3
First floor
with 3rd folding bed
First floor
with 3rd folding bed
Bedroom 4
ground floor
En-suite shower room
Door to courtyard
ground floor
En-suite shower room
Door to courtyard
Bedroom 5
In the annexe
En-suite shower room
Access to side garden
In the annexe
En-suite shower room
Access to side garden
If I bring my laptop PC, will I be able to use it? Yes if your PC has WIFI, we have internet access with a WIFI router but if not, you can plug in to the router. No problem.
The pool garden
10m x 5m Pool
10 sunbeds with cushions
10m x 5m Pool
10 sunbeds with cushions
The gardens present a continuous show of changing colours throughout the season.
The beautiful, sheltered courtyard
At the rear of the house
At the rear of the house
Alfresco dining
The large garden presents you with many choices to sit & relax, maybe even snooze in the hammock under the trees. Just what you need for the perfect holiday in the sun.
The Summer House, with decking, seating and sheltered BBQ
Inside the Summer House
Comfortable seating
Fridge in the mini kitchen
Comfortable seating
Fridge in the mini kitchen
The sheltered decking to the front of the Summer House is a popular social space and offers a welcome respite from the heat of the sun
Drinks on the deck, by the pool
View from the Summer House
If you're a sun worshipper and it's your mission to return home thoroughly bronzed, you won't be disappointed with the southern aspect of the pool garden, which promises all day sun in a beautiful and sheltered position. If you get too hot, just cool off in the pool. Thirsty? just walk to the fridge in the chalet and get yourself an ice cold drink or maybe persuade someone elso to fetch it for you. Perfect!
All weather, shaded, table tennis area
Volleyball/badminton net, shaded by the trees in the annexe garden
Dining on the roof terrace
Catch the morning sun for your first cup of tea/coffee or the last of the evening sun, dining on the roof terrace, overlooking the gardens
Large , private cobbled entrance courtyard accommodating up to 8 cars amidst the citrus fruit trees.
A celebration, or maybe just pre-dinner drinks on the terrace
For those who like to be pampered, you can use the Spa facilities of the nearby prestigious 5 star Hotel Grande Real, by arrangement with their reception. Click this link:
The Jungle Gym climbing frame, with slide and lookout platform.
Follow the steps to explore the woodland garden - secret paths - adventure - hide & seek?
The annexe garden
Our private cobbled driveway - A tunnel of green
Steps to the pool garden
Spring flowers
The annexe & garden
A new feature in 2010
The circular, shady retreat
The circular, shady retreat
A recent and popular addition:
The 4 swings which include one for baby or toddler, are nestled in a shady spot amongst the trees near the tarzan swing.
The 4 swings which include one for baby or toddler, are nestled in a shady spot amongst the trees near the tarzan swing.
You have obviously put a lot of thought into making sure that the kids can entertain themselves. The pool table, table tennis table, pool, swings and slide were all well used and because there were lots of things for them to do, they didn’t get bored.
Keith Stephenson - July 2009
Keith Stephenson - July 2009
We purchased the house in December 2006 and started work right away, in January 2007, carrying out extensive refurbishments and improvements to the property, including major re-rendering and decoration of both interior and exterior walls, new floor tiling to most of the ground floor, rewiring and addition of many new electrical points and lamps, the installation of Air conditioning, a new Wood Burning Fire and surround, new granite worktops to the kitchen units, enlargement of the dining room, Complete replacement of all of the furniture, beds, bedding, rugs, curtains, etc, etc.
Outside we have also been very busy and have repaired and repainted the courtyard and roof terrace walling and in the front garden, the wooden chalet, decking, barbecue and table tennis areas, have been added, offering additional social spaces for your enjoyment.
Since then during each winter period, we have completed lots more improvements to the the annexe building including all new floor tiling, newly furnished and tiled en-suite shower room, with marble top and shelf, new utility cupboards and granite top. New d/g door and windows with shutters, stone facias and window sills to match the main building.
The addition of an American pool table for the 2008 season in the newly extended entrance hall.
Outside the Courtyard has been enlarged with additional lighting and the old barbecue has been given a chimney and spotlight.
During the Winter of 2008 we have made lots of improvements to the outside space with the addition of a childrens Jungle Gym , Climbing frame with slide and lookout platform, also a bank of 4 swings including one baby swing.
During Winter/Spring 2009/10 there were further improvements to the gardens with a new secluded, circular seating area, more lawn space, more flower beds, flowers and fruit trees and additional irrigation. The poolside tiled area has been increased with a new solar heated pool shower and steps at the deep end of the pool. The Badminton/volley ball net, now has a dedicated area on the lawn of the Annexe garden, in the shade of the tall trees. Outside lighting now includes 6 new uplighters to trees in the side garden and parking areas with new lamps for the childrens play areas and another to illuminate the parasol round table. Inside the house the decoration has been refreshed and uplifted with some new lamps, pictures and furniture. The TV and satellite receiver have been upgraded to the latest technology.
We intend to continue upgrading and improving our Villa, so if you also love Casa Do Mel, and want to return for another holiday, you can be assured that the standard will be even better next year.
Outside we have also been very busy and have repaired and repainted the courtyard and roof terrace walling and in the front garden, the wooden chalet, decking, barbecue and table tennis areas, have been added, offering additional social spaces for your enjoyment.
Since then during each winter period, we have completed lots more improvements to the the annexe building including all new floor tiling, newly furnished and tiled en-suite shower room, with marble top and shelf, new utility cupboards and granite top. New d/g door and windows with shutters, stone facias and window sills to match the main building.
The addition of an American pool table for the 2008 season in the newly extended entrance hall.
Outside the Courtyard has been enlarged with additional lighting and the old barbecue has been given a chimney and spotlight.
During the Winter of 2008 we have made lots of improvements to the outside space with the addition of a childrens Jungle Gym , Climbing frame with slide and lookout platform, also a bank of 4 swings including one baby swing.
During Winter/Spring 2009/10 there were further improvements to the gardens with a new secluded, circular seating area, more lawn space, more flower beds, flowers and fruit trees and additional irrigation. The poolside tiled area has been increased with a new solar heated pool shower and steps at the deep end of the pool. The Badminton/volley ball net, now has a dedicated area on the lawn of the Annexe garden, in the shade of the tall trees. Outside lighting now includes 6 new uplighters to trees in the side garden and parking areas with new lamps for the childrens play areas and another to illuminate the parasol round table. Inside the house the decoration has been refreshed and uplifted with some new lamps, pictures and furniture. The TV and satellite receiver have been upgraded to the latest technology.
We intend to continue upgrading and improving our Villa, so if you also love Casa Do Mel, and want to return for another holiday, you can be assured that the standard will be even better next year.
Having a holiday rental villa is lovely, but the problem is, we just love being at Casa do Mel and hate to leave it! - John & Maggie
'The beautiful Santa Eulalia beach is only a 7 or 8 min walk away and was a perfect location to spend our afternoons. This is one of the best beaches I have been to in Europe and would thoroughly recommend it'.
Chandlers (UK) June 2008
Chandlers (UK) June 2008
In and around Albufeira
Albufeira and the surrounding villages, boast some of the best restaurants in the Algarve, excellent variety of nightlife, and wonderful beaches, watersports and of course, almost guaranteed sunshine - something for all the family. There are many good supermarkets and shops. The Algarve Shopping Mall, an all round shopping experience, with famous names like Zara, Mango, Pull & Bear and several designer shops, lots of restaurants and multiplex cinema is just a 15 minute drive.
The famous Zoomarine, near Guia is a superb ocean theme park, a year round attraction, the best in southern Europe with several large aquariums, sea life shows and fun fair – a great family day out, you can even, by pre-arangement, swim with the dolphins.
Aqualand or Slide & Splash waterparks are also a short drive away or by bus, with regular bus pick up points in and around the resorts of Albufeira.
For golfers, local courses include Salgados, west of Albufeira. The 18 holes there have been likened to Florida as they narrowly meander through many small lakes. Balaia Golf, on the Olhols d’Agua road and quite close to Casa do Mel, is a 9 hole course, ideal for sharpening up your short game. Slightly further East, the picturesque Pine Cliffs course, part of the Sheraton hotel complex, overlooking Felesia beach, is is a challenging 9 hole layout, used by many visiting pros, with a challenging cliff to cliff, over the ravine shot.
The Albufeira area is a truly excellent all year round holiday destination, established because of its superb, unspoilt beaches and large selection of restaurants, shops and bars. An ideal choice for a family holiday.
The Algarve coast just south of the mountain range has an enviable micro-climate with more than 300 days of sunshine annually.
Albufeira and the surrounding villages, boast some of the best restaurants in the Algarve, excellent variety of nightlife, and wonderful beaches, watersports and of course, almost guaranteed sunshine - something for all the family. There are many good supermarkets and shops. The Algarve Shopping Mall, an all round shopping experience, with famous names like Zara, Mango, Pull & Bear and several designer shops, lots of restaurants and multiplex cinema is just a 15 minute drive.
The famous Zoomarine, near Guia is a superb ocean theme park, a year round attraction, the best in southern Europe with several large aquariums, sea life shows and fun fair – a great family day out, you can even, by pre-arangement, swim with the dolphins.
Aqualand or Slide & Splash waterparks are also a short drive away or by bus, with regular bus pick up points in and around the resorts of Albufeira.
For golfers, local courses include Salgados, west of Albufeira. The 18 holes there have been likened to Florida as they narrowly meander through many small lakes. Balaia Golf, on the Olhols d’Agua road and quite close to Casa do Mel, is a 9 hole course, ideal for sharpening up your short game. Slightly further East, the picturesque Pine Cliffs course, part of the Sheraton hotel complex, overlooking Felesia beach, is is a challenging 9 hole layout, used by many visiting pros, with a challenging cliff to cliff, over the ravine shot.
The Albufeira area is a truly excellent all year round holiday destination, established because of its superb, unspoilt beaches and large selection of restaurants, shops and bars. An ideal choice for a family holiday.
The Algarve coast just south of the mountain range has an enviable micro-climate with more than 300 days of sunshine annually.
Marinha Beach - East of Carvoeira
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OTHER INFO' - LINKS
GUEST COMMENTS:
BROCHURE - Full details
GOLF
SLIDE SHOW
AVAILABILITY CHART
MORE PHOTOS
SANTA EULALIA BEACH
MORE OF THE ALGARVE
GUEST COMMENTS 2011
OTHER INFO' - LINKS
GUEST COMMENTS:
BROCHURE - Full details
GOLF
SLIDE SHOW
AVAILABILITY CHART
MORE PHOTOS
SANTA EULALIA BEACH
MORE OF THE ALGARVE
GUEST COMMENTS 2011
